Orlando Attractions & Things to Do
Wet 'n Wild -
Consistently voted one of America's number one water parks open year-round (with pools heated seasonally) centrally located in Orlando's International Drive area. There are an exciting collection of world-class rides and signature slides located within Wet 'n Wild, Orlando's timeless waterpark offering the best variety of multi-passenger tube rides. Hypnotizing thrills await as you and your friends encounter a splashing dose of group therapy on Brain Wash™, Wet 'n Wild's newest water thrill adventure. Take a relaxing journey into Florida's past through breathtaking waterfalls on the Lazy River™ or get soaked down a ruptured pipeline on The Blast. Visit www.wetnwild.com for more info.Discovery Cove® -
Check out Discovery Cove for the best snorkeling experience in Florida. The sister park to Orlando Seaworld, Discovery Cove is the place to float through exotic landscapes, explore tropical reefs, swim with the dolphins and navigate underwater shipwrecks. Interact with exotic birds, tropical fish, rays, and land mammals or float along our scenic Wind-Away River. Then relax on our pristine beach to unwind. www.discoverycove.comUniversity of Central Florida (UCF) -
The University of Central Florida is the nation's second-largest university. With 12 colleges located in Orlando, Florida, it serves over 56,000 students. The University of Central Florida, whose mascot is a stylized knight, is part of the State University System of Florida. Areas of study include engineering, optics, computer science, medicine, business administration, education, hospitality management, and digital media. Visit www.ucf.edu for more info.
Legoland® -
Another quality attraction to the Orlando area region takes its territory with Legolands®: grand opening in Orlando Florida. The new park will be located in Winter Haven, Florida which is located about 30-40 minutes south of Kissimmee. The attraction will feature roughly 40-50 mini cities, whimsical animals and Americana constructed of LEGO® blocks. The new theme park, aimed at kids 2- to 12-years-old, will be the fifth Legoland in the world and the largest yet, with 50 rides, shows and attractions. www.florida.legoland.comAmway Center -
The Amway Center is a sports and entertainment venue in Orlando, Florida, located in the Downtown area at the northwest corner of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. The arena is home to the Orlando Magic of the NBA, the Orlando Predators of the AFL, and will host the 2012 NBA All-Star Game. Catch your favorite concerts, sporting events and popular family tours held at this downtown Orlando venue. Check out upcoming events and shows at www.amwaycenter.com.Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex -
NASA's headquarters is the only place on Earth where you can encounter extraordinary adventures including, standing under the massive rockets that first put NASA astronauts into space, getting vertical on your own shuttle launch experience, and even meeting a veteran astronaut From interactive simulators to tours of NASA's launch facilities you and your family can live out a dream and shoot for the stars at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Visit www.kennedyspacecenter.com for more info.
Orange County Convention Center -
Known as The Center of Hospitality, The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is the primary public convention center for the Central Florida region. The center currently ranks as the second largest convention center in the United States with 2,100,000 square feet of exhibition space, Two 92,000-square-foot general assembly areas, 74 meeting rooms, three full-service restaurants/8 food courts and three business centers. Whether you are visiting us as a planner, an exhibitor, an attendee or a member of the community, the OCCC is committed to making your experience with us a success.Orlando Science Center -
Highlight this ideal world of science for your next family outing. The Orlando Science Center is located in Orlando Loch Haven Park. With four floors of exciting exhibits, amazing giant screen movies and engaging live programming, the Science Center is an ideal family destination. Topping the 4 story complex is the domed Crosby Observatory, home to Florida's largest publicly accessible refractor telescope. It's also the ideal rainy day activity, fun for your entire family and it's completely indoors.Orlando Museum of Art -
The Orlando Museum of Art houses local, regional, national and international works of art. The museum collections include a diverse range of pieces that cover a broad spectrum of subjects using a variety of artistic mediums.
