Orlando, Florida

About Orlando

Orlando inspires incredible stories like nowhere else – stories of imagination, curiosity, cnd epic adventure. Orlando is a destination where children and grownups alike can enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences exploring our legendary theme parks, aquatic attractions and luxurious escapes. So be open to the surprises Orlando offers.

Often called “The City Beautiful,” Orlando is the 26th largest metropolitan area in the USand the 3rd largest in Florida. More than 4 million people call Orlando home, and each year, more than 62 million additional tourists come to Orlando for it’s many themse parks and events, making it also the “Theme Park Capital of the World.” Most notably, Orlando is home to Walt Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios Florida, and Sea World.

Orlando is located in Central Florida, with more than 100 lakes including Lake Eola Park in the heart of Downtown. Visitors can rent one of the historic swan-shaped paddle boats, or feed themany breeds of live swans and other birds inhabiting the park all while enjoying a spectacular view of Orlando’s skyline. For beach lovers, Orlando is just an hour’s drive to some of the best beaches in Florida, including Cocoa Beach, Daytona Beach, Flagler Beach, and Canaveral National Seashore which is home to the Kennedy Space Center.

Attractions

In Orlando:

• Walt Disney World
• SeaWorld Orlando
• Universal Studios Florida
• Epcot

Nearby beaches and attractions:

• Kennedy Space Center
• LEGOLand Florida Resort
• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
• Cocoa Beach
• Daytona Beach
• Canaveral National Seashore

Explore more at VisitOrlando.com