Best things to do in Orlando

Orlando Essentials

Orlando’s landscape is defined by the expansive Universal Orlando Resort, which encompasses cinematic-themed parks, the immersive Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and the Volcano Bay water park. The city’s commercial hubs include the high-end Mall at Millenia and the 400-foot observation wheel at ICON Park. For local culture, the downtown area features the 43-acre Lake Eola Park and the Amway Center arena, while the Loch Haven Cultural Park district houses the city's primary science and art museums.

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Universal Orlando Resort

Large entertainment complex featuring multiple theme parks, water parks, hotels, and entertainment districts. Includes immersive attractions based on popular movies, books, and franchises.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a themed area spanning three theme parks—Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida and the…

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Universal's Islands of Adventure

The perfect place for adventure seekers and thrill ride lovers, Universal's Islands of Adventure ranks as one of the best theme parks in…

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Universal Studios Florida

A production-themed park featuring immersive lands based on film and television franchises. Key areas include the Diagon Alley expansion of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and various motion-simulator attractions.

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The Wheel at ICON Park

The Orlando Eye by Merlin Entertainments, is a 400 ft tall Ferris wheel at Icon Park in Orlando, Florida, United States.

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Universal's Volcano Bay

Universal's Volcano Bay Water Theme Park, or Volcano Bay, is a tropical-themed water park at Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida.

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Orlando International Premium Outlets

This huge outdoor outlet mall contains more than 180 shops. You can find here anything from various sections - home, apparel, gifts, luggage…

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Universal CityWalk Orlando

Universal CityWalk is the name shared by the entertainment and retail districts located adjacent to the theme parks of Universal…

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Mall at Millenia

The Mall at Millenia is an indoor shopping mall located in Orlando, Florida just off of Interstate 4 at Conroy Road near the northern end…

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Lake Eola Park

Located in downtown Orlando, this 43-acre park features a 0.9-mile paved perimeter path and swan-shaped paddle boats. The central Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain performs choreographed light and music shows nightly.

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Orlando Science Center and Dr Phillips Cinedome

The Orlando Science Center is a private science museum located in Orlando, Florida.

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Harry P. Leu Gardens

The Harry P. Leu Gardens are semi-tropical and tropical gardens in Orlando, Florida, United States.

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Universal Globe

A large, rotating logo monument situated at the entrance to Universal Studios Florida, serving as a primary landmark and photography point for the resort.

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Madame Tussauds

See realistic wax figures of famous actors, musicians, sportspeople and historical figures.

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Orlando Museum of Art

The Orlando Museum of Art is a 501 3 not-for-profit organization directly serving greater Orlando, Orange County and Central Florida.

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SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium

Located at ICON Park, this aquarium features Florida’s only 360-degree ocean tunnel. The facility houses over 5,000 marine animals, including sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles, across various themed habitats.

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Amway Center

Kia Center is an indoor arena located in the downtown core of Orlando, Florida.

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Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Ripley's Believe It or Not! is an American franchise founded by Robert Ripley, which deals in bizarre events and items so strange and…

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