Orlando, Florida is Great Place to Visit
Posted on February 25, 2008 at 8:49 am by admin
Orlando, a key city in Florida’s Orange County, has plenty to offer both visitors and residents. It is the home of Disney World, but Orlando is about much more than theme parks. The city is also home to a wonderful downtown core and Winter Park, which alone is worth the airfare to Florida. While in Orlando’s downtown area, be sure to hop aboard the I-Ride Trolley or the Lymmo Bus. Both are designed for tourists and will take you to the major attractions in the area. Orlando vacation resorts provide great accommodations for the duration of your visit.
In addition to being a key tourist attraction and a major city, Orlando is known for its natural beauty, and you can witness this first hand at many of the parks and gardens in the area. Be sure to visit the Arboretum of the University of Central Florida, for example. This arboretum and botanical garden boasts more than 80 acres and over 600 species of plants. The many special gardens and displays – which include a Conservatory Compound, a Bromeliad Sanctuary, Palm Collection, Rose Garden, Swamp Habitat, Cycad Garden, Fern Garden, and Wetland Plants Display – will provide hours of fun.
Be sure to also visit Harry P. Leu Gardens, which offers about 50 acres of landscaped gardens. These gardens include lakes and the largest rose garden in Florida and one of the largest Camellia collections in the country. Another key garden to visit is the World of Orchids, which features more than 1,000 blossoms in a natural jungle environment. Beautiful streams, waterfalls, boardwalks, wetlands, and parrots create a stunning sanctuary for the many exotic blooms.
Orlando also has many wonderful museums, including the Cornell Fine Arts Museum, The Holy Land Experience, and the International Trolley and Train Museum. If you are interested in learning about the history of the region, be sure to visit The Orange County Regional History Center Features. If you love art, The Orlando Museum of Art features many art works ranging from the earliest paintings of the region to contemporary art works. For children, The Orlando Science Center boasts hands-on exhibits. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is another museum that blends fun with learning. It is well worth visiting.
Universal Orlando Resort is one of the most famous attractions in the area, of course. There are always new rides and attractions being opened, so if it has been a few years since you visited, you are in for a treat in a whole new resort. The Resort boasts two theme parks, three hotels, and a huge shopping district. Nearby SeaWorld Orlando boasts the biggest rollercoaster in the region as well as marine exhibits. Walt Disney World is only 40 minutes outside the Orlando area. The largest privately managed tourist attraction in the world, Walt Disney World, features two water parks, four theme parks, many hotels, three shopping and dining areas, and eight golf courses. Near Disney World, you can find Gatorland and the Wet ‘N Wild water park. Pack your bags – with so much to experience, Orlando is sure to provide you with weeks of fun and excitement.