Kissimmee Entertainment
& Attractions
Brevard Zoo has more than 500 animals and allows visitors
to feed giraffes, take a train ride or go kayaking. Located in
Melbourne, Florida. 321.254.9453
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is an exciting family
adventure park offering an array of fascinating attractions based
on exotic encounters with the African continent. Busch Gardens
offers a unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's
premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows, restaurants,
shops and games. Newly opened is SheiKra, the tallest dive coaster
in the world.
Central Florida Zoo includes hundreds of rare
or endangered animals, including cheetahs, elephants, baboons,
leopards and some of the most powerful snakes in the world. 407.323.4450
Citrus Tower, located in Clermont, provides a
panoramic view of rolling hills, spring-fed lakes and citrus trees
from three Tower Observation Decks. The Tower offers in-season
fresh citrus fruit for sale, either to take along or for gift
shipments. A restaurant and gift shop are also on the grounds.
352.394.4061
Cypress Gardens Adventure Park blends its storied
past with new thrills. The park offers new rides, all-star concerts,
spectacular shows, Splash Island water park and a quaint shopping
and dining village. Revisit historic gardens, beautiful belles
and famed water ski shows. 863.324.2111
Daytona International Speedway, home of the world-famous
Daytona 500 and Pepsi 400 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series races, offers
exciting racing; guided Speedway tours; DAYTONA USA, The Ultimate
Motorsports Attraction; and the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
386.253.7223
Daytona USA, the official attraction of NASCAR,
located at Daytona International Speedway, presents the history
and excitement of NASCAR racing with interactive exhibits, motion
simulator rides, live pit stop competitions, The Daytona 500 ThunderRound-Sound
Movie and much more. 386.947.6800
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Dinosaur World, located in Plant City, has more
than 150 life-size dinosaurs located on its grounds. Examine fossils
and learn why dinosaur remains are not found in Florida. Shop
for hard-to-find dinosaur toys and educational materials in the
gift shop. 813-717-9865
Discovery Cove is an exclusive island oasis where
guests can swim with dolphins, snorkel with tropical fish and
rays and hand-feed exotic birds. It is an all-inclusive, reservations-only
adventure that includes a full day of activities, swim/snorkel
gear and lunch, plus a seven-consecutive-day pass to either SeaWorld
Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. 877-434-7268/407-370-1280
Drivetech Racing School, at USA International
Speedway in Lakeland, gives racing fans the opportunity to get
behind the wheel of an authentic NASCAR racecar. Guests race like
the pros as they drive the laps drafting, passing and leading,
setting their own pace around the track. 800-678-8864/909-349-0255
Fantasy of Flight, in Polk City, invites guests
to explore the romance and nostalgia of flight in self-guided
“immersion” experiences that chronicle the history
of aviation. The North Hangar displays part of the world’s
largest private collection of vintage aircraft. Flight simulators,
back-lot tours, hot-air balloon flights and open cockpit biplane
rides are available. 863-984-3500
Gatorland is home to thousands of alligators
and crocodiles, some of which have appeared in movies, television
shows and commercials. The 57-year-old park combines a petting
zoo, bird sanctuary, mini-water park, eco-tour and action-packed
outdoor entertainment, including daily alligator wrestlin’
shows. 800-393-5297/407-855-5496
Green Meadows Petting Farm features a two-hour
guided tour to see more than 300 farm animals. Visitors are encouraged
to have a first-hand experience by petting the animals, taking
train and hay rides, milking a cow and riding a pony. Picnic areas
are available. 407-846-0770
The Holy Land Experience re-creates the city
of Jerusalem and its religious importance between the years 1450
B.C. and A.D. 66 through costumed characters, dramatic enactments
and high-tech presentations. The living Biblical museum is home
to the Scriptorium, a collection of biblical antiquities dating
back to 2200 B.C. 866-872-4659/407-872-2272
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers tours
of behind-the-scenes areas with views of Space Shuttle facilities
and launch pads. Meet a real astronaut every day and see Space
Station 3D in the world's largest twin IMAX® theater. The
Astronaut Hall of Fame features the world's largest collection
of astronaut memorabilia, displays, exhibits, hands-on activities
and simulators. Train for the rigors of space flight and prepare
for your own mission aboard a full-scale shuttle mock-up during
the new Astronaut Training Experience (ATX). 321-449-4444
Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, located in
Clermont, is Florida’s largest premium winery. Visitors
can take a free tour of the winery, sample wines in the tasting
room or purchase a bottle of the award-winning Lakeridge wine
at the gift shop.
800-768-WINE (9463)/352-394-8627
Orlando Science Center is an observatory, giant
screen theater and hundreds of hands-on exhibits on four floors
which offer opportunities to explore, experiment and discover.
407-514-2000
Richard Petty Driving Experience takes motorsports
fans out of the grandstands and puts them behind the wheel of
a stock car. Ride-and-drive programs on the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer),
tri-oval Walt Disney World Speedway and 2.5-mile (4-kilometer)
Daytona International Speedway are available.
800-237-3889/407-939-0130
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium,
housed in a building that appears to be sinking, looks like it
fell victim to one of Florida’s infamous sinkholes. Explore
artifacts, collections, weird art/hobbies and interactive exhibits
in 16 galleries of the odd and unusual from around the world.
407-351-5803
Ron Jon Surfpark, opening in September 2006,
features a large surf pool with 4-8 foot (1.2-to 2.4-meter) waves
for intermediate/advanced surfers or body boarders and a training
surf pool with 3-4 foot (.91 to 1.2 meter) waves for beginner/novice
surfers or body boarders. It also offers a standing-wave and children’s
waterplay area, Surf School, World Surf Travel- themed Mexican
restaurant and Ron Jon Surf Shop.
SeaWorld Orlando, the world's most popular marine
life adventure park, features 200 acres (80 hectares) of sea-themed
shows, attractions and rides, including Kraken, Orlando’s
longest, tallest and fastest floorless roller coaster. The Waterfront
is a 5-acre (2-hectare) village infused with the sights, sounds,
flavor and festivity of the most vibrant cities by the sea. Shows
and animal exhibits include polar bears, killer and beluga whales,
manatees, sea lions, penguins, dolphins and more.
Silver Springs, the park famous for its Glass
Bottom Boat ride and Fort King River Cruise, encompasses the largest
artesian limestone spring in the world. Other highlights include
bear, panther and crocodile exhibits; a children’s petting
zoo; animal shows; a historical museum; and headline concerts.
352-236-2121
SkyVenture Orlando, Orlando’s high-energy
vertical wind tunnel, offers indoor skydiving in which visitors
float on a column of air. No parachute, no jumping and no experience
is necessary. Reservations suggested. 407-903-1150
Titanic ~ The Experience, invites visitors to
take a journey back in time to discover the splendor that is TITANIC.
Come aboard as a first class passenger on a one-hour guided tour.
The unique, interactive presentation allows visitors to share
in the inspirational and personal stories of the ship’s
passengers and crew. 877-410-1912/407-248-1166
WonderWorks, Orlando’s only upside-down
attraction, features more than 100 hands-on interactive exhibits.
Guests experience virtual reality and rock climbing as well as
designing and riding their own roller coaster. Newly opened is
The Outta Control Magic Show, a high-energy comedy improvisation
dinner show (separate ticket required). 407-351-8800
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT:
Islands of Adventure invites guests to “live the adventure”
with technologically advanced thrill rides and attractions, including
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, The Cat in the Hat, the
Jurassic Park River Adventure, The Incredible Hulk and Dueling
Dragons coasters.
Universal Studios Florida takes guests beyond
the screen and into the world of television and film to "ride
the movies.” Visitors brave the storm at Twister…Ride
It Out, ride along with Shrek and Donkey at Shrek 4-D and battle
the supernatural at Revenge of the Mummy –The Ride. Fear
Factor Live, based on NBC’s hit reality show, allows guests
to test their courage and strength by participating in pulse-pounding
stunts.
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
Cirque du Soleil, in Downtown Disney West Side,
features its renowned blend of acrobatics and state-of-the-art
special effects with more than 70 artists from around the world
performing in a custom-made theater seating 1,671 guests.
Disney's Animal Kingdom offers exciting adventures
and unique encounters with real, exotic animals, plus one-of-a-kind
guest experiences with fictional animals and giant dinosaurs from
the prehistoric world. Not-to-miss attractions include TriceraTop
Spin, Primeval Whirl!, It's Tough to be a Bug!, DINOSAUR and Kilimanjaro
Safaris. Expedition EVEREST, a high-speed train adventure, opens
in April 2006.
Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex hosts
more than 200 Amateur Athletic Union events, Atlanta Braves spring
training and the Pop Warner Super Bowl each year. Sports lovers
can enjoy a whole community of spectator fun with 200 acres (80
hectacres) of facilities that can host more than 30 sports.
Disney-MGM Studios is a theme park with a complete
motion picture and television studio. Feature attractions include
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire - Play It!, Playhouse Disney - Live
on Stage!, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and The
Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. The Stunt Show Spectacular features
amazing tricks performed by specially designed cars, motorcycles
and jet skis.
DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park is
a 5-story, indoor, interactive theme park that combines Disney's
magic with cutting-edge technology. Guests climb aboard a real
river raft on Virtual Jungle Cruise, ride a roller coaster of
their own design on Cyber Space Mountain or become part of a human
pinball game in Mighty Ducks Pinball Slam. Some attractions require
a separate charge.
Epcot takes guests to 11 nations at World Showcase
and fast-forwards them to tomorrow in Future World. World Showcase
offers a kaleidoscope of nations – The American Adventure,
Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco,
Norway and the United Kingdom – brought together to celebrate
cultural heritage. Future World focuses on discovery and scientific
achievements with major attractions such as Test Track, Mission:
SPACE and Journey Into Your Imagination With Figment. Epcot’s
newest ride, Soarin’, lifts guests 40 feet (12 meters) aloft
inside a giant projection screen dome.
Magic Kingdom features seven magical lands with
attractions, restaurants and shops based on favorite Disney themes
of fantasy, yesterday and tomorrow. Popular attractions include
Mickey’s PhilharMagic, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Splash
Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger
Spin, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and Space Mountain.
Cinderellabration, the continuation of the happily-ever-after
story of Cinderella, is the Magic Kingdom’s newest show.
407-939-4636
Water Parks
Adventure Island Tampa, with 30 acres,
features 24 unique water rides including Wahoo Run, an exhilarating
river raft encounter that sends adventurous riders down six stories
and more than 600 feet of unforeseen drenching twists, drops,
back-to-back curves and turns.
813-987-5600
Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park features
one of the world’s tallest, fastest free-fall speed slides
smack in the middle of sunny Florida. It is the largest of Disney’s
water parks, with 22 water slides and “icy” bobsled
runs that stay comfortably warm and thrillingly fast. Open year-round.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park offers
guests twisting tides, roaring rapids and relaxing rivers. Whether
navigating the nine water slides, swimming with sharks and tropical
fish or conquering waves in the United States’ largest wave
pool, this is the one exotic paradise that promises to be the
wettest water adventure known to man…or fish. Crush ‘n’
Gusher, a “water coaster” thrill ride recently opened.
Open year-round.
Wet 'n Wild - Orlando offers a variety of multi-passenger
thrill rides. The Blast propels riders down a 390-foot stream
with jets and gusts of water. The Storm washes riders down a towering
chute, swirls them around a bowl at high speeds and tumbles them
into a splash landing and Disco H2O is a retro raft ride through
the 70s. Open year-round with heated pools in the cooler months.
800-992-9453/407-351-1800
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