Central Florida, FL

Travel Guide

Universal Studios Orlando showing a city, rides and night scenes
Lake Eola Park featuring a park and theater scenes
Central Florida showing signage and night scenes
Gatorland which includes zoo animals and dangerous animals
Central Florida showing zoo animals
Families love Central Florida with good reason, as the region is packed with exciting theme parks, outdoor escapes and fascinating museums.

The exhilarating family attractions of Central Florida dominate many itineraries for people visiting the region. Away from the excellent theme parks, however, you’ll discover architectural wonders, artistically minded cities and pleasant, tourist-free pockets of natural beauty.

Explore the Polk County History Museum for an overview of the history of Central Florida. Replica Seminole Chickee Indian homes explain the stories of Florida’s Native American communities.

Stay in Polk County to enjoy more of Central Florida’s best cultural attractions. Marvel at the masterpieces from around the world in the Polk Museum of Art or watch touring Broadway performances in the atmospheric and outdoor Polk Theatre.

Experience the cinematic magic and thrills of Orlando’s theme parks. Enchanting Walt Disney World® Resort features six different parks. Travel around the world at Epcot®, meet princesses in the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park or look backstage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. Ride thrilling roller coasters at Universal Orlando® Resort, which also features The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.

Orlando offers more entertainment outside of its popular theme parks. Walk down Central Boulevard in the Downtown region to enjoy multiple public art installations. Browse a vast collection of African, Ancient American and contemporary paintings and sculptures in the Orlando Museum of Art.

Stroll between 13 different Frank Lloyd Wright buildings at Florida Southern College. Take a docent-led tour through the stunning campus to learn about the great architect’s involvement with the university.

Find some tranquility in the gardens and forests of Central Florida. Bok Tower Gardens covers 150 acres (60 hectares), featuring children’s play areas and a historic monument in the center. Canoe or hike around the lakes and rivers of Ocala National Forest for a scenic escape from the cities. Disappear into Circle B Bar Reserve and watch the trees for rare bird life.

Fly into Orlando International Airport to land in the heart of Central Florida. The region remains warm and accessible in every season, making it a fun destination throughout the year.

Where to stay in Central Florida

International Drive showing landscape views

International Drive District

Visitors to International Drive District rave about its breathtaking beach views, exciting theme parks, and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Aquatica or The Orlando Eye at ICON Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

International Drive District
Magic Kingdom® Park showing rides and interior views as well as a couple

Bay Lake

4.5/5(2,826 area reviews)

Home to all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and one water park, this city offers endless entertainment, including Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and Magnolia and Palm Golf Courses.

Bay Lake
Downtown Orlando

Downtown Orlando

4/5(769 area reviews)

Orlando's historic core boasts art galleries, retail, restaurants, and nightclubs, with attractions like Lake Eola Park, Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain, and performing arts theaters, all accessible via public transportation.

Downtown Orlando
Universal Studios Orlando featuring signage, a city and night scenes

Florida Center

While visiting Florida Center, you might make a stop by sights like Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida.

Florida Center
Reunion which includes golf and landscape views as well as a small group of people

Reunion

The waterparks and pristine golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to Reunion. A stop by Reunion Resort Golf Course or Jack Nicklaus Course might round out your trip.

Reunion
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Windsor Hills

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Windsor Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Mystic Dunes Golf Club and Island H2O Live!.

Windsor Hills
Marriott's Grande Vista

Marriott's Grande Vista

4 out of 5
5925 Avenida Vista, Orlando, FL
The price is NT$2,664 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
NT$2,664
NT$2,997 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,948 reviews)
"Onsite 9 hole golf course was nice. The rooms were simple but clean. We had a nice view of hole 5 on the course. I liked the screened in back patio . The pools were clean and refreshing in the 100 degree days we were there . My son especially liked the pool that played movies. The food was good. ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/27

Marriott's Grande Vista
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6550 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL
The price is NT$4,280 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
NT$4,280
NT$4,815 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,192 reviews)
"Super experience. Love the retro vibe"

Reviewed on 2025/8/27

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks by IHG

3.5 out of 5
3011 Maingate Ln, Kissimmee, FL
The price is NT$1,688 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$1,688
NT$2,523 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Kissimmee. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vacation Village at Parkway

Vacation Village at Parkway

3 out of 5
2975 Arabian Nights Blvd, Kissimmee, FL
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Kissimmee. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and 7 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,808 reviews)
"Very good! :)"

Reviewed on 2025/8/27

Vacation Village at Parkway
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa

4 out of 5
8113 Resort Village Drive, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
Floridays Resort Orlando

Floridays Resort Orlando

3.5 out of 5
12562 International Drive, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly condo in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (11,476 reviews)
"Liked size of property. Problem is that when you called front desk they said they would send someone and never did. Not enough towels or toilet paper."

Reviewed on 2025/8/26

Floridays Resort Orlando
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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