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Universal Studios Florida

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Universal Studios Florida is a movie-themed Orlando park with rides, shows and immersive lands built around major film and television franchises near International Drive.

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Universal Islands of Adventure

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Universal Islands of Adventure is an Orlando theme park known for immersive themed islands, thrill rides, family attractions and Wizarding World experiences.

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Gatorland in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
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Gatorland

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Gatorland is a long-running Orlando wildlife park focused on alligators, crocodiles, animal shows, bird rookery viewing and Florida-style outdoor attractions.

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Discovery Cove in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
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Discovery Cove

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Discovery Cove is an Orlando reservation-based day resort with marine animal encounters, snorkeling areas, beaches, pools and all-inclusive park amenities.

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SeaWorld Orlando

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SeaWorld Orlando is a marine-themed park with animal presentations, roller coasters, aquariums, seasonal events and family attractions near Orlando resort areas.

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Aquatica Orlando

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Aquatica Orlando is a SeaWorld water park with high-speed slides, wave pools, lazy rivers, cabana options and family play zones near Orlando's main attraction corridor.

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Orlando Science Center in Orlando, FL attraction photo Indoor
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Orlando Science Center

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Orlando Science Center is a hands-on science museum with exhibits, theaters, family programming and rotating experiences north of Downtown Orlando.

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The Wheel at ICON Park in Orlando, FL attraction photo Mixed
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The Wheel at ICON Park

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The Wheel at ICON Park is a large Orlando observation wheel with enclosed capsules, skyline views and easy access to nearby International Drive attractions.

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Universal Volcano Bay in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
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Universal Volcano Bay

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Universal Volcano Bay is Universal Orlando's tropical-themed water park with slides, raft rides, wave areas, lazy rivers and the Krakatau volcano centerpiece.

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Fun Spot America Orlando in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
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Fun Spot America Orlando

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Fun Spot America Orlando is a family amusement park with rides, go-karts, thrill attractions and flexible admission near International Drive.

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Mennello Museum of American Art in Orlando, FL attraction photo Mixed
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Mennello Museum of American Art

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Mennello Museum of American Art in Orlando presents American art exhibitions, sculpture garden areas and cultural programming near Loch Haven Park.

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Harry P. Leu Gardens in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
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Harry P. Leu Gardens

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Harry P. Leu Gardens is a large Orlando botanical garden with themed plant collections, shaded paths, historic home context and seasonal events.

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WonderWorks Orlando in Orlando, FL attraction photo Indoor
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WonderWorks Orlando

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WonderWorks Orlando is an indoor interactive attraction on International Drive with hands-on science exhibits, activities and family entertainment.

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Madame Tussauds Orlando in Orlando, FL attraction photo Indoor
Wax Museum Admission ticket usually required

Madame Tussauds Orlando

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Madame Tussauds Orlando is an ICON Park wax museum with celebrity figures, pop-culture displays, themed rooms and photo-friendly indoor entertainment near International Drive.

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UCF Arboretum in Orlando, FL attraction photo Outdoor
Arboretum Free campus nature area; parking rules may apply

UCF Arboretum

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UCF Arboretum in Orlando offers campus nature trails, native plant areas, outdoor learning spaces and ecology-focused programs at the University of Central Florida.

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SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium in Orlando, FL attraction photo Indoor
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SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium

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SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium is an indoor ICON Park aquarium with ocean tunnels, marine exhibits, touch pools and family-friendly educational experiences near International Drive.

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