other attractions

Situated 45 minutes east of Orlando is NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet an Astronaut, see giant rockets, train in spaceflight simulators, and, if you're lucky, view a real rocket launch.

Drawing in crowds of over 2 million people per year, KSC is the launch site of every historic manned US space flight from Mercury to the Space Shuttle, not to mention countless unmanned rocket launches. An absolute "must see".

Discovery Cove is a one-of-a-kind exotic hideaway where you can swim with the dolphins in crystal clear waters. Swim under waterfalls, snorkel with tropical fish, come face to face with sharks, barracudas all within it’s own nature trail and lush rain forest. Visitor numbers are kept to 1000 per day so there are never any crowds. It is always a good idea to pre-book to avoid disappointment. This is truly a breathtaking experience, not to be missed.

Sister park to Sea World Orlando, Busch Gardens is West of Orlando at Tampa. This is a great family park; there's something for everyone here. Whether you go to the park to ride some of the best coasters in the US or to see some of the most exotic animals in the world, you will have a fun filled day.

Features an unparalleled combination of world-class thrill rides, scenic animal habitats and highly acclaimed shows. Soar at 60 mph on the world's two tallest roller coasters. SheiKra - Florida's tallest roller coaster. This thrill machine is also the tallest dive coaster in the world, a second, 138-foot dive into an underground tunnel and a water-feature finale. SheiKra offers three minutes of over-the-edge excitement on more than half a mile of steel track. Then trek the plains of Africa, escape from fiery volcanoes, or cool off on unforgettable white-water adventure rides.

Gatorland is one of Central Florida's oldest attractions, and provides a unique and natural alternative to the larger theme parks of today. Featuring a number of shows including a unique alligator wrestling show done "Florida Cracker" style in a shaded 800-seat stadium. Gator wranglers catch a 6- to 8-foot alligator and climb onto the animal's back to point out survival features to the audience, the alligator is rolled over and put to sleep...only to be awakened by a tickle!

You never know what kind of animal you'll be encountering next at the Up-close Animal Encounters Show. You'll get to meet fascinating creatures from around the world as well as Florida's native wildlife - including some of the most dangerous snakes alive.

Universal's latest hotspot, with live music, dancing, Universal Cineplex (a 20-screen movie complex), restaurants and night-clubs. Features a number of themed restaurants, including Hard Rock Cafe Orlando, Nascar Cafe, NBA City, and more. Also hosts a number of unique shops and it's own Starbucks.

World-class dining, superb entertainment, unique shopping and dazzling nightlife characterise Downtown Disney. Disney souvenirs are sold at all Disney Parks, but visit the world of Disney at Market Place, which is the world's largest Disney character shop. Or thrill to the amazing Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba show, an acrobatic spectacle for all the family.