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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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.

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

5. Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The beauty and diversity of Great Smoky Mountains National Park explain why it is the most visited of the U.S. national parks. Enjoy nature, wildlife and the quiet peace of endless forests.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring forests, tranquil scenes and a house

What to do in The South


Popular places to visit

Areas of The South

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Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach while you're in town.

Rosemary Beach
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 Broadway or Nissan Stadium 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 Collins Avenue Shopping Area or Lummus Park Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Beach
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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views

Seaside

Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach West.

Seaside
Fort Walton Beach which includes a sunset and a sandy beach

Seagrove Beach

Travelers come to Seagrove Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach West while you're in town.

Seagrove Beach