Things to do in The South

Activities, attractions and tours
The South
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Washington Monument featuring a monument and a sunset
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1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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Magic Kingdom® Theme Park which includes interior views and rides as well as a couple

2. Universal Studios Florida

Built specifically as a theme park for the purpose of high-adrenaline entertainment, Universal Studios Florida is also a working films set. The park aims to give visitors an insight into film making through various interactive and entertaining mediums. Rides, adventure shows and interactive adventures are all part of the experience here. Visitors can also shop at a replica version of the Kwik-E-Mart made famous by The Simpsons.
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Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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Universal Studios Florida® showing a city, rides and street scenes

4. Magic Kingdom® Park

Still one of Orlando’s major attractions, Magic Kingdom® Park was the first of many Florida theme parks. Based on the vision of Walt Disney, the park first opened its doors the world in 1971. Spanning a staggering 43 hectares, this fantasia of magical entertainment never sleeps. Morning, noon and night, the park astounds and entertains anyone who walks into its glistening embrace.
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Magic Kingdom® Theme Park featuring rides and a castle as well as a family

5. Orange County Convention Center

With more than 45 acres (18 hectares) of exhibition space, Orange County Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The main exhibition hall covers more than 22 acres (9 hectares) and the ballroom is bigger than a football field.
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Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

What to do in The South


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Areas of The South

Downtown Washington D.C. showing street scenes, a city and night scenes

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Downtown Nashville

The fantastic nightlife and great live music are just a few highlights of Downtown Nashville. Make a stop by Ryman Auditorium or Broadway while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Nashville
South Beach featuring skyline, swimming and a sandy beach

South Beach

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to South Beach rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and great live music. You might also want to make some time to see Ocean Drive or Collins Avenue Shopping Area while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Beach
French Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

French Quarter

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
World of Coca Cola featuring a city, city views and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park are a few top attractions in Downtown Atlanta. Hop around the city on the metro at Five Points Station or Dome-GWCC-Philips Arena-CNN Center Station and check out the area's must-see aquarium, great live music, and popular shops.

Downtown Atlanta
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative buidling

Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin