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Two adults leaving check-in in West Village at Orange Lake Resort near Orlando, Florida.Family leaving check-in to visit their villa at Orange Lake Resort near Orlando, Florida
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Local Things To Do

Sunny Fun in Central Florida

With so many things to do in Orlando, it’s easy to find something for everyone in your group.

Want to see for yourself? Get a glimpse of what a beautiful morning at New Smyrna Beach looks like, and then come enjoy it for real.

Theme Parks

  • Child at Disney's Magic Kingdom interacting with Goofy near Orange Lake Resort

    Walt Disney World® Theme Parks

    Theme Park | $$$$ | 3.1 miles

  • Family of four at Universal Orlando Resort near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Universal Orlando Resort™

    Theme Park | $$$$ | 16.9 miles

  • SeaWorld® Orlando

    Theme Park | $$$ - $$$$ | 13 miles

  • Lego store dragon at Legoland Park in Winter Haven, Florida

    LEGOLAND® Florida

    Theme Park | $$$ - $$$$ | 34.3 miles

  • Rollercoaster at Busch Gardens Tampa, FL near Orange Lake Resort.

    Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay

    Theme Park | $$$ - $$$$ | 65.6 miles

  • Alligator near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Gatorland®

    Theme Park | $$ | 22 miles

Local Adventures

  • The wheel at Icon Park in Orlando, Florida

    ICON Park™

    Entertainment | Free Admission | 15.8 miles

  • Water front store and restaurants at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida.

    Disney Springs

    Entertainment | Free Admission | 9.5 miles

  • Kennedy Space Center near Orange Lake Resort

    Kennedy Space Center℠ Visitor Complex

    Museum | $$$ | 77.2 miles

  • Nighttime view of the ferris wheel at Old Town, Kissimmee, FL near Orange Lake Resort.

    Old Town Kissimmee

    Entertainment | Free Admission | 6.8 miles

  • Tall brick building on lake among trees near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Bok Towers

    Outdoor Activities | $ | 38.2 miles

  • Family enjoying wine at a bar near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Lakeridge Winery

    Entertainment | Free Admission | 34 miles

  • Couple shopping outdoors near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Mt. Dora

    Local Area | Free | 41.2 miles

  • Chocolate fudge squares

    Chocolate Museum & Café

    Museum | $ - $$ | 12.9 miles

  • A man and woman kayaking near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Wekiva Springs State Park

    Outdoor Activities | $ | 37.4 miles

Nearby Beaches

  • Cape Canaveral Beach near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Cape Canaveral Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 74.3 miles

  • St. Augustine Lighthouse near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    St. Augustine Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 128 miles

  • Daytona Beach skyline near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Daytona Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 84.7 miles

  • Ponce De Leon pier near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    New Smyrna Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 81.1 miles

  • Cocoa Beach Pier near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Cocoa Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 74.9 miles

  • Clearwater Beach near Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, Florida

    Clearwater Beach

    Outdoor Activities | Free | 90.1 miles

Travel Tips & Inspiration

  • An oversized Jack O' Lantern sits on bales of hay at night.

    Destination Ideas

    7 Halloween Vacations for SpoOoky Family Fun

    • Posted October 4, 2022

  • Resort Visits

    7 Ways to “Fall” in Love with Orange Lake Resort This Fall

    • Posted September 20, 2022

  • Resort Visits

    6 Reasons to Take a Summer Family Vacation at Orange Lake Resort

    • Posted July 19, 2022

  • Featured Contributor, Sally Butan (back-right) and her family of five enjoy some beverages at a table near the lazy river at our Orange Lake resort located near Orlando, FL.

    Resort Visits

    Where to Stay in Orlando: A Hidden Gem for Summer Family Vacations

    • Posted June 14, 2022

  • Things to Do

    6+ Fun & Free Things to Do in Orlando

    • Posted May 3, 2022

  • Four kids wear swimwear and snorkel gear while wading in water outdoors.

    Things to Do

    Discovery Cove: Top 5 Things Our Family Loved

    • Posted April 26, 2022

  • Things to Do

    What is There to Do in Orlando When it Rains?

    • Posted April 5, 2022

  • Several people hold their glasses of beer over a table giving 'cheers' to each other.

    Things to Do

    7 Best Breweries in Orlando for Families

    • Posted March 8, 2022

  • A woman in a green shirt holds a large ice cream cookie sandwich in a restaurant.

    Things to Do

    5 Iconic Dessert Places in Orlando That’ll Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

    • Posted February 8, 2022

  • Resort Visits

    The Cutest Orlando Weekend Itinerary for Your Couples’ Getaway

    • Posted January 18, 2022

  • Featured contributor, Tori Ferrante (right) and her husband embrace in front of the Orlando Icon Ferris Wheel at ICON park under a blue sky.

    Things to Do

    Top 9 Most Romantic Things to Do in Orlando

    • Posted December 29, 2021

  • A man, woman, boy and girl stand wearing Disney apparel in front of Cinderella's Castle in Walt Disney World.

    Travel Tips

    Walt Disney World Packing List for Kids & Parents [Free, Printable PDF]

    • Posted December 14, 2021

  • Two young boys, a man and woman wear matching pajamas on a bed.

    Resort Visits

    Our Thanksgiving Vacation at Orange Lake Resort

    • Posted November 2, 2021

  • Two young girls (far left and far right) pose with a LEGO family on a bench.

    Things to Do

    LEGOLAND Florida: 2 Kids Rank & Review Their Theme Park Day!

    • Posted October 14, 2021

  • A young boy (right) and a young girl (left) sit in inner tubes while floating down a lazy river.

    Resort Visits

    Our First Family Vacation at Orange Lake Resort [La Primera Vacación de Nuestra Familia en Orange Lake Resort]

    • Posted September 14, 2021

  • Things to Do

    Disney Springs: Best Things to Do for Families & Couples

    • Posted July 28, 2021

  • A Caucasian female wearing a pink baseball cap and black tank top stands near the lighthouse in SeaWorld Orlando.

    Things to Do

    SeaWorld Orlando: Your Guide to Exhibits, Shows, Rides & More

    • Posted July 21, 2021

  • A Latinx groom wearing a black suit and (right) and a caucasian bride with a long train (left) dance with each other in front of a brick facade.

    Destination Ideas

    Where to Stay for Your Orlando Wedding

    • Posted July 13, 2021

  • A young boy wearing a neon green life jacket on a kayak holds a paddle and looks towards two trees criss-crossed over the river.

    Destination Ideas

    5 Nature-Filled Day Trips from Orlando

    • Posted June 24, 2021

  • Destination Ideas

    What is There to Do at Each Walt Disney World Park?

    • Posted June 10, 2021

  • A young boy and his father sit on an orange inner tube in the lazy river in River Island at our Orange Lake resort located in Orlando, FL.

    Resort Visits

    How to Pick the Perfect Summer Resort for Your Family Vacation

    • Posted June 3, 2021

  • Special Olympic Athlete, Roan Luallen, plays tennis wearing a blue t-shirt and shorts with a safety mask and sunglasses on the courts of our Orange Lake Resort located in Orlando, Florida.

    Resort Visits

    Every Family is Special: Roan & Sherryll’s Journey with Tennis, Travel & Special Olympics Florida

    • Posted May 19, 2021

  • Roux rides a white horse on Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World® Resort wearing a pink fuzzy jacket and a 'Little Mermaid' face mask.

    Resort Visits

    17 Tips for Planning a Multi-Family Vacation: Our Trip to Disney World

    • Posted March 4, 2021

  • Featured Contributor, Angie Orth (far-right), and her friends hold their putters outside on our mini-golf course.

    Resort Visits

    How to Plan a Friends Vacation: Our Group Getaway in Orlando

    • Posted February 24, 2021

  • Author, Kimberly Gelin's daughter (left), sits at her dining table in our Villa at Orange Lake Resort in Florida with her iPad for virtual learning.

    Resort Visits

    Work & Schoolcation Tips for Families: Orlando Edition

    • Posted December 1, 2020

  • Cape Canaveral Beach sandy beach walkway with grass on the sides and a sunset overlooking the water in the distance.

    Member Memories

    What Are the Best Beaches in Florida?

    • Posted August 29, 2020

  • Kayak in the river surrounded by plant life

    Things to Do

    12 Things to Do in Central Florida Right Now (That Aren’t Theme Parks)

    • Posted August 26, 2020