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Orlando’s Top Ten Attractions
The Top Ten Attractions in Orlando, Florida

By Blair Howard, About.com

Photograph of Walt Disney World, The Cinderella Castle

Walt Disney World, The Cinderella Castle

It’s difficult to believe that anyone could be lost for something to do in Orlando. The problem is, of course, not being able to find something to do, but how to wade through the myriad of options. I’ve always felt that the thing to do is simply stick to the most popular options; in short, the Top Ten Attractions is Orlando. If you do no more than that, from Walt Disney World to Universal Studios to Gatorland to SeaWorld, you’ll never lack for something to see or do during your stay in Central Florida. So, here you are- my guide to Orlando’s Top Ten Attractions:

  1. Walt Disney World – this one is probably the reason you decided to visit Central Florida in the first place, aside from golf, that is. Disney World is the planet’s largest and most frequented recreational resort. Located in Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake, Florida, outside Orlando, the resort features for theme parks, a couple of dozen themed hotels, shopping, dining, amusement, and recreation venues and of course, some golf courses.
  2. SeaWorld Orlando – the famous marine theme park located near Orlando, Florida. It features the Kraken (rollercoaster), Journey to Atlantis, Animal Exhibits – Penguin Encounter, Shark Encounter, Pacific Point Preserve, and Wild Arctic.
  3. Universal Studios – All of your favorite films and stars are on display, along with 40 amazing and amusing rides, shows and attractions. A virtual interactive Terminator 2:3-D adventure offers a truly unique set of thrills, as does an encounter with Jaws, a trip Back to the Future, and a voyage beyond the stars in an E.T. Adventure. Special VIP tours are available by pre-arrangement.
  4. Island of Adventure – Not one, but five fantastic islands bring to life all of your favorite myths, legends, comic books, cartoon heroes and children’s stories vie some of the most innovative and entertaining rides available anywhere: roller coasters, 3-D attractions and a dozen, or more, once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
  5. Wet 'N Wild – located in Orlando, and often considered to be the first major Water Park in U.S., Wet’NWild was founded in 1972, by SeaWorld creator George Millay: the “Father of the Waterpark.” Thrills, spills, rides and host of other water-related activities.
  6. Discovery Cove – a terrific theme park where yo and the kids interact with a variety of marine animals, such as bottlenose dolphins, tropical fishes, rays, exotic birds, and land mammals. You can also enjoy swimming with dolphins.
  7. Gatorland – an amazing 110-acre theme park & wildlife preserve where the big feature is, of course, the alligators and crocodiles. Reptile shows, aviary, petting zoo, swamp walk, and a number of educational programs are also featured.
  8. Holy Land Experience – The 15-acre museum features exhibits and presentations based on the Old and New Testament.
  9. Ripley's Believe It or Not, Orlando – there’s everywhere, but this unbelievable exhibition offered in Orlando has to be one of the best anywhere. It features bizarre artifacts, strange collections, photographs, weird art, strange hobbies and a number of interactive exhibits.
  10. Orlando Museum of Art – no visit to Orlando would be complete without a visit this, one of the finest art museums in Florida. The museum exhibits local, regional, national and international works of art, including portraits & landscapes, impressionist art works.

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The closest regional airport is, of course, Orlando International Airport. The airport is served by Delta, Continental, US Air, AirTran, American, Northwest, and by international airlines from around the world.

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