10 TOP Things to Do in Central Florida (2025 Activity Guide)

Universal Studios Florida® showing night scenes, a city and rides

Central Florida featuring night scenes and signage

Gatorland® featuring dangerous animals and zoo animals

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Tours & day trips

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Clearwater Beach Day Trip

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Water activities

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LED Glow in the Dark Clear Kayak or Clear Paddleboard in Paradise

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Attractions

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Universal Orlando Resort Express Passes

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Private & custom tours

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16 miles Private Helicopter Day Tour over Fun Spot

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Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

What to do in Central Florida

Popular places to visit

Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.

Universal Studios Florida

Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

Universal Orlando Resort

Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.

Disney Springs™

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Disney Springs™, a favorite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Magic Kingdom® Theme Park featuring rides

Magic Kingdom® Park

Situated in the shady limelight of a magical fairy-tale castle, this world class attraction is most famous for its breath-taking theme parks, offering visitors hours of entertainment.

SeaWorld® Orlando

This beautifully Marine Park and zoo is a fantastic way to spend the day. An educating and entertaining experience not to be missed.

Orange County Convention Center

Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Anchored by the iconic Tree of Life® Attraction, Walt Disney World® Resort’s animal-themed park transports you from lush jungles to soaring mountains.

Epcot®

This awe inspiring theme park celebrates human achievement in the field of science and engineering. Design a future race car, depart on a food safari or fly to Mars on one of the parks many rides.

Areas of Central Florida

International Drive District

Adventure activities, iconic attractions, shopping and world-class dining destinations make this famous street one of Orlando’s most popular tourist attractions.

Magic Kingdom® Theme Park which includes interior views and rides as well as a couple

Bay Lake

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A noteworthy feature of Bay Lake is its exciting theme parks. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Epcot® and Walt Disney World® Resort.

Universal Studios Florida® which includes 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.

Downtown Orlando

One of the most popular neighborhoods in Florida, this bustling area is full of art galleries, shops, bars and restaurants.

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.