Downtown Disney is an entertainment, dining, and shopping area where you can be dazzled by Cirque du Soleil: La Nouba, dine at Fulton's Crab House, indulge at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop, find great stuff to buy at World of Disney, and party into the night at Pleasure Island!
12. Gatorland
14501 South Orange Blossom Trail / Orlando
Known as the Alligator Capital of the World, Gatorland is a 110-acre alligator theme park and wildlife preserve. A fun half-day swamp-stompin’ family adventure here includes huge alligators and crocodiles, a train ride, an aviary, breeding marsh, petting zoo and bird sanctuary.
13. Universal CityWalk
Universal Orlando
A hot spot for dining and entertainment with 30 acres of live music, casual and fine dining, dancing, shopping, movies (and more!) Don't miss: the Volcano Bar at Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, fine dining at Emeril's Restaurant Orlando, and signature martinis at the Red Coconut Club.
14. Wet ‘n Wild
6200 International Drive / Orlando
The world's first water park, Wet 'n Wild is known for thrilling water slides. Make a splash on Blue Niagara, The Bomb Bay, Der Stuka, Hydra Fighter, Mach 5, The Storm, and Wake Zone for waves of water-filled thrills. Don't miss the new Disco H2O aqua nightclub thrill ride for a psychedelic trip.
15. Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club and Lodge
9000 Bay Hill Boulevard / Orlando
On your next trip to Orlando, play a round on one of the most popular courses on the PGA Tour This course is home to the Arnold Palmer Invitational Tournament (formerly known as Bay Hill Invitational Tournament) and has been the winter home of the Palmer family since 1976.
16. Celebration Hotel
700 Bloom Street / Celebration
Located lakeside in the heart of the Disney-created small town of Celebration, this boutique hotel offers a true experience of Southern hospitality. Enjoy an old-fashioned stroll to the town shops, rent a bicycle or Neighborhood Electrical Vehicle (NEV) to tour the town, or hop a shuttle to the Disney theme parks.
17. ChampionsGate Golf Club
1400 Masters Boulevard / ChampionsGate
Located just 15 minutes from Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, ChampionsGate is home to two unique 18-hole championship golf courses designed by accomplished architect and golfer, Greg Norman. This beautiful resort is regarded as one of the top courses, not only in Florida, but in the United States.
18. Disney World Golf Courses
Walt Disney World
This golf spot is no Disney-themed mini golf course! Walt Disney World is the site of the PGA Tour's FUNAI Classic. You'll find five championship golf courses here: Eagle Pines, Lake Buena Vista, Magnolia, Osprey Ridge, and Palm.
19. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Walt Disney World
This African-themed lodge sits on 33-acres of tropical savannah filled with giraffes, gazelles, and antelope! Watch them from outdoor and lobby observation spots—or even from a savannah-view guest room. For dinner, check out two great restaurants: the upscale Jiko and the family African food buffet Boma.
20. Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Walt Disney World
This Cape May-style resort is a nostalgic echo of Eastern seaboard beach clubs circa 1900. Head to the Cape May Café for a New England-style clambake buffet. This resort is located walking distance to the Epcot World Showcase entrance.