Sightseeing
Old Town is a vintage recreation of a classic Old-Florida town. The expanded 18-acre complex is filled with beautiful tree-lined streets and more than 60 unique, affordable shops and restaurants. There’s free weekly live entertainment and events, family friendly attractions and rides that visitors of all ages can enjoy together.
621 locals recommend
Old Town
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyOld Town is a vintage recreation of a classic Old-Florida town. The expanded 18-acre complex is filled with beautiful tree-lined streets and more than 60 unique, affordable shops and restaurants. There’s free weekly live entertainment and events, family friendly attractions and rides that visitors of all ages can enjoy together.
ICEBAR Orlando is pleased to be named the LARGEST Permanent ICEBAR in the World with over 70 tons of hand-carved ice! Featured as one of the top 10 bars on Travel Channel’s “Extreme Barhopping” and “America’s Best” on the Food Network, this is an absolutely unique experience not to be missed.
61 locals recommend
ICEBAR Orlando
8967 International DrICEBAR Orlando is pleased to be named the LARGEST Permanent ICEBAR in the World with over 70 tons of hand-carved ice! Featured as one of the top 10 bars on Travel Channel’s “Extreme Barhopping” and “America’s Best” on the Food Network, this is an absolutely unique experience not to be missed.
My absolute favorite place to visit!
If you need a break from the Walt Disney World (WDW) theme parks, Disney Springs is the perfect place to shop, eat, drink!
Fun Facts about Disney Springs:
-FREE PARKING
-World of Disney at Disney Springs is the biggest Disney store in the world!
-UNIQLO is a Japanese retail store and its Disney Springs location is the first in the southeast U.S. for the retailer.
-There are 25 different entertainment acts every night across the complex.
-There are five James Beard Award-winning chefs at Disney Springs, including: Masaharu Morimoto (Morimoto Asia), Art Smith (Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Kitchen and Southern Shine), Rick Bayless (Frontera Cocina), Tony Mantuano (Terralina), José Andrés (Jaleo), and Wolfgang Puck (Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill).
-1.2 million gallons of water make up the springs that run through the Town Center. If you walk from one end of the springs to the other, it’s like walking down Main Street, U.S.A. to Cinderella Castle.
2430 locals recommend
Disney Springs
1486 Buena Vista DrMy absolute favorite place to visit!
If you need a break from the Walt Disney World (WDW) theme parks, Disney Springs is the perfect place to shop, eat, drink!
Fun Facts about Disney Springs:
-FREE PARKING
-World of Disney at Disney Springs is the biggest Disney store in the world!
-UNIQLO is a Japanese retail store and its Disney Springs location is the first in the southeast U.S. for the retailer.
-There are 25 different entertainment acts every night across the complex.
-There are five James Beard Award-winning chefs at Disney Springs, including: Masaharu Morimoto (Morimoto Asia), Art Smith (Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Kitchen and Southern Shine), Rick Bayless (Frontera Cocina), Tony Mantuano (Terralina), José Andrés (Jaleo), and Wolfgang Puck (Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill).
-1.2 million gallons of water make up the springs that run through the Town Center. If you walk from one end of the springs to the other, it’s like walking down Main Street, U.S.A. to Cinderella Castle.
Free parking after 6pm. Before 6pm parking fees is $28. (However, free parking is not available during the months September- October)
https://www.universalorlando.com/webdata/k2/en/us/files/Documents/universal-citywalk-map.pdf
Nicknamed the “Epicentre of Awesome”, Universal CityWalk is a mecca of entertainment for people of all ages. Located in the centre of the Universal Island of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, CityWalk is a hub for dining, shopping and entertainments. It’s the one place where you can enjoy a mix of great food, family-friendly entertainment and a selection of amazing stores. Its jam packed with activities that could fill a whole day of your trip exploring.
991 locals recommend
Universal CityWalk
6000 Universal BlvdFree parking after 6pm. Before 6pm parking fees is $28. (However, free parking is not available during the months September- October)
https://www.universalorlando.com/webdata/k2/en/us/files/Documents/universal-citywalk-map.pdf
Nicknamed the “Epicentre of Awesome”, Universal CityWalk is a mecca of entertainment for people of all ages. Located in the centre of the Universal Island of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, CityWalk is a hub for dining, shopping and entertainments. It’s the one place where you can enjoy a mix of great food, family-friendly entertainment and a selection of amazing stores. Its jam packed with activities that could fill a whole day of your trip exploring.
Complete Your Vacation with a Visit to ICON Park.
ICON park offers something for everyone, whether you’re a foodie or want to shop ’til you drop. ICON Park is home to over 40 venues including diverse restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world. You’ll find plenty to try for lunch, dinner, or late-night cravings. In between meals, stop by any of the boutique shops clustered around the park. You can find everything from flip-flops to high-end sunglasses.
396 locals recommend
ICON Park
8375 International DrComplete Your Vacation with a Visit to ICON Park.
ICON park offers something for everyone, whether you’re a foodie or want to shop ’til you drop. ICON Park is home to over 40 venues including diverse restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world. You’ll find plenty to try for lunch, dinner, or late-night cravings. In between meals, stop by any of the boutique shops clustered around the park. You can find everything from flip-flops to high-end sunglasses.
Lake Eola Park is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando
Activities available to park visitors include:
-Renting swan-shaped paddle boats.
-Photographing the live swans and other birds inhabiting the park.
-Seeing a concert, movie or a play in the Walt Disney Amphitheater.
-Grabbing a bite to eat at local restaurants.
-Relaxing amid beautiful flower beds and a spectacular view of Orlando’s skyline.
Definitely try to catch the local Sunday Flea market. For great drinks, food, and shopping!
376 locals recommend
Lake Eola Park
Lake Eola Park is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando
Activities available to park visitors include:
-Renting swan-shaped paddle boats.
-Photographing the live swans and other birds inhabiting the park.
-Seeing a concert, movie or a play in the Walt Disney Amphitheater.
-Grabbing a bite to eat at local restaurants.
-Relaxing amid beautiful flower beds and a spectacular view of Orlando’s skyline.
Definitely try to catch the local Sunday Flea market. For great drinks, food, and shopping!
World’s Largest McDonald’s! Also known as “Epic McD”. Three stories high & 19,000 sq ft! Open 24 hours.
Food ranging from-
ice cream and dessert bar and a firestone pizza oven. A broader menu, including hot ham and cheese sandwiches, customizable pasta dishes and Belgian waffles.
86 locals recommend
McDonald's
6875 Sand Lake RdWorld’s Largest McDonald’s! Also known as “Epic McD”. Three stories high & 19,000 sq ft! Open 24 hours.
Food ranging from-
ice cream and dessert bar and a firestone pizza oven. A broader menu, including hot ham and cheese sandwiches, customizable pasta dishes and Belgian waffles.
Food scene
Voodoo Doughnut has been featured on The Travel Channel, The Cooking Channel, MTV, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Tonight Show, Wheel of Fortune, Portlandia, Grimm, Leverage, The Amazing Race and Access Hollywood, and in print publications such as People, Playboy, Conde Nast, Spin, GQ, Jane, Maxim, Food & Wine, and more.
The doughnuts here are amazingly fresh! Always expect a line. Try ordering online, or on the universal app for close to immediate service!
13 locals recommend
Voodoo Doughnut
6000 Universal BlvdVoodoo Doughnut has been featured on The Travel Channel, The Cooking Channel, MTV, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Tonight Show, Wheel of Fortune, Portlandia, Grimm, Leverage, The Amazing Race and Access Hollywood, and in print publications such as People, Playboy, Conde Nast, Spin, GQ, Jane, Maxim, Food & Wine, and more.
The doughnuts here are amazingly fresh! Always expect a line. Try ordering online, or on the universal app for close to immediate service!
Located in Universal City Walk.
19 locals recommend
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen
6000 Universal BlvdLocated in Universal City Walk.
Located in Universal City Walk.
Elevated American fare like steaks and freshwater cuisine are given the fire-kissed treatment and enhanced using different woods, flavoring your meal with smoky goodness. And for dessert, you can roast s’mores right at your table with a delicious assortment of graham crackers, chocolates and marshmallows.
Bigfire
6000 Universal BoulevardLocated in Universal City Walk.
Elevated American fare like steaks and freshwater cuisine are given the fire-kissed treatment and enhanced using different woods, flavoring your meal with smoky goodness. And for dessert, you can roast s’mores right at your table with a delicious assortment of graham crackers, chocolates and marshmallows.
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine - Lake Nona
6900 Tavistock Lakes BlvdTwo words- Chocolate piñata!
Mexican from scratch kitchen serving only the freshest ingredients. Specialties include: chicken & steak fajitas, tender filet mignon, and bacon wrapped shrimp. Other favorites include: seafood fajitas, shrimp al pastor, and ahi tuna served with homemade corn tortillas or bibb lettuce. Uncle Julio’s menu also includes Tex-Mex classics such as tacos, enchiladas & tamales all with a selection of sauces made daily.
Insider tip: order the tableside guacamole. It’s prepared for you at your table; if you like it spicy kick it up a notch with fresh chopped jalapenos.
Uncle Julio’s has a vast drink selection. Try the fresh margarita of the day, made to order with fresh fruit. If you prefer a frozen drink then the Swirl is definitely the perfect choice. The Swirl is frozen sangria & frozen margarita layered together dating back to 1987.
10 locals recommend
Uncle Julio's Mexican From Scratch
8409 International DrTwo words- Chocolate piñata!
Mexican from scratch kitchen serving only the freshest ingredients. Specialties include: chicken & steak fajitas, tender filet mignon, and bacon wrapped shrimp. Other favorites include: seafood fajitas, shrimp al pastor, and ahi tuna served with homemade corn tortillas or bibb lettuce. Uncle Julio’s menu also includes Tex-Mex classics such as tacos, enchiladas & tamales all with a selection of sauces made daily.
Insider tip: order the tableside guacamole. It’s prepared for you at your table; if you like it spicy kick it up a notch with fresh chopped jalapenos.
Uncle Julio’s has a vast drink selection. Try the fresh margarita of the day, made to order with fresh fruit. If you prefer a frozen drink then the Swirl is definitely the perfect choice. The Swirl is frozen sangria & frozen margarita layered together dating back to 1987.
Sugar Factory Orlando is conveniently located on International Drive at ICON Park entertainment complex. A celebrity favorite, this American brasserie is sure to satisfy the sweet tooth cravings of both tourists and locals alike.
Signature treats include a number of celebrity-endorsed Couture Pops, smoking Goblet Drinks, candy infused cocktails, and the one-and-only King Kong Sundae with 16 scoops of ice cream, tasty toppings, and even sparklers!
30 locals recommend
Sugar Factory
8371 International DrSugar Factory Orlando is conveniently located on International Drive at ICON Park entertainment complex. A celebrity favorite, this American brasserie is sure to satisfy the sweet tooth cravings of both tourists and locals alike.
Signature treats include a number of celebrity-endorsed Couture Pops, smoking Goblet Drinks, candy infused cocktails, and the one-and-only King Kong Sundae with 16 scoops of ice cream, tasty toppings, and even sparklers!
Open till midnight! Late-night destination featuring a wide selection of food trucks with pizza, BBQ, burgers & more.
76 locals recommend
World Food Trucks
5805 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyOpen till midnight! Late-night destination featuring a wide selection of food trucks with pizza, BBQ, burgers & more.
Shopping!
Grab your bags, literally! I see tourists lugging their luggages around filling up their bags with great deals that you can find here!
with 170+ stores for the whole family. Get out and about at Florida's largest outlet destination with 170+ stores for the whole family.
1162 locals recommend
Orlando International Premium Outlets
4951 International DrGrab your bags, literally! I see tourists lugging their luggages around filling up their bags with great deals that you can find here!
with 170+ stores for the whole family. Get out and about at Florida's largest outlet destination with 170+ stores for the whole family.
The Mall at Millenia
4200 Conroy RdOrlando’s luxury shopping destination!
This is a bit higher-end shopping outlets from the International drive location.
These outlets will include stores from Gucci, Prada, and Versace.
1502 locals recommend
Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
8200 Vineland AveThis is a bit higher-end shopping outlets from the International drive location.
These outlets will include stores from Gucci, Prada, and Versace.
Neighborhoods
Winter park is a city near Orlando, Florida. It is rated one of the best places to live in Florida.
Today, Winter Park's epicenter is Park Avenue, a tree-lined, cobblestoned street bursting with acclaimed eateries, museums and some of the Orlando area's best shopping. The city also has much for outdoor enthusiasts, including a robust parks system and a gorgeous chain of lakes.
Think you know Orlando? If you've only experienced our tourism districts, think again. Throughout the area, unique cities and neighborhoods offer outstanding restaurants, vibrant arts and culture, bespoke retailers and outdoor adventures, and the City of Winter Park is one of the best.
255 locals recommend
Winter Park
520 Orlando AveWinter park is a city near Orlando, Florida. It is rated one of the best places to live in Florida.
Today, Winter Park's epicenter is Park Avenue, a tree-lined, cobblestoned street bursting with acclaimed eateries, museums and some of the Orlando area's best shopping. The city also has much for outdoor enthusiasts, including a robust parks system and a gorgeous chain of lakes.
Think you know Orlando? If you've only experienced our tourism districts, think again. Throughout the area, unique cities and neighborhoods offer outstanding restaurants, vibrant arts and culture, bespoke retailers and outdoor adventures, and the City of Winter Park is one of the best.
Feeling Adventurous/Attractions
Brushing the clouds at an astonishing 400 ft tall, ICON Orlando is easily the highest observation wheel on the east coast. If you're looking to indulge in incredible, Floridian skyline views, then hopping aboard one of the air-conditioned pods is a must.
*check the website! Sometimes they have a coupon available for admission tickets.
794 locals recommend
The Wheel at ICON Park
8449 International DrBrushing the clouds at an astonishing 400 ft tall, ICON Orlando is easily the highest observation wheel on the east coast. If you're looking to indulge in incredible, Floridian skyline views, then hopping aboard one of the air-conditioned pods is a must.
*check the website! Sometimes they have a coupon available for admission tickets.
The new Orlando StarFlyer is “The World’s Tallest Stand-Alone Swing Ride” standing at 450 feet.
22 locals recommend
Orlando StarFlyer
8265 International DrThe new Orlando StarFlyer is “The World’s Tallest Stand-Alone Swing Ride” standing at 450 feet.
Indoor fun center featuring go karts, racing simulators, VR games, laser tag, bowling & dining.
116 locals recommend
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games
9299 Universal BlvdIndoor fun center featuring go karts, racing simulators, VR games, laser tag, bowling & dining.
Topgolf
9295 Universal BlvdAttraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride.
*check website for special promotions or groupon!
184 locals recommend
WonderWorks Orlando
9067 International DrAttraction with 100+ hands-on science exhibits plus laser tag, a ropes course & a 6D motion ride.
*check website for special promotions or groupon!
Life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
Purchase bundle ticket adding the ICON wheel, & sea life aquarium.
118 locals recommend
Madame Tussauds
8387 International DrLife-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
Purchase bundle ticket adding the ICON wheel, & sea life aquarium.
The park combines refreshing family fun with cutting-edge technology to provide guests with a unique, immersive and interactive experience.
Take a journey on a lazy river, float in a wave pool, splash in an area for kids, play together in an interactive splash zone, challenge body and tube slides, compete on racing slides, take a spin on giant raft rides, and relax in the adult pool or a private cabana.
Riders customize their ride experience by selecting music and lighting for a number of attractions using a state-of-the-art wristband system. Selfie stations, video booths and on-ride photos capture images and video to share on social media. Guests earn points each time they ride to redeem for food and merchandise in the park.
Check website for offers & operating hours!
175 locals recommend
Island H2O Live!
3230 Inspiration DrThe park combines refreshing family fun with cutting-edge technology to provide guests with a unique, immersive and interactive experience.
Take a journey on a lazy river, float in a wave pool, splash in an area for kids, play together in an interactive splash zone, challenge body and tube slides, compete on racing slides, take a spin on giant raft rides, and relax in the adult pool or a private cabana.
Riders customize their ride experience by selecting music and lighting for a number of attractions using a state-of-the-art wristband system. Selfie stations, video booths and on-ride photos capture images and video to share on social media. Guests earn points each time they ride to redeem for food and merchandise in the park.
Check website for offers & operating hours!
LEGOLAND is built just for kids with more than 50 fun ride rides, interactive shows and brick-tastic attractions inspired by popular LEGO® brands!
88 locals recommend
Legoland station
LEGOLAND is built just for kids with more than 50 fun ride rides, interactive shows and brick-tastic attractions inspired by popular LEGO® brands!