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What to do and see in Central Business District, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do
From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure. Spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at SeaWorld, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. For a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants.
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1. Cross Country Creek
2. Adventures in Florida
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,040 reviews
Adventures in Florida is known for its amazing kayak and canoe tours down scenic rivers, crystal clear springs, and their Full Moon paddles. Visitors have excellent opportunities to view and photograph alligators, manatee, dolphin, and countless wading birds in their natural wild areas.For the more adventurous, Adventures in Florida offers week long paddling expeditions to the Everglades, Florida Keys, Okefenokee Swamp, Suwannee River, Exuma Islands and many international locations.
3. The Spa of Thornton Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
The Spa of Thornton Park is centrally located in downtown Orlando's Historic Thornton Park District. Servicing the community for over 10 years and provide an oasis of luxury. This Luxury Day Spa offers Massage, Facials, Body treatments, Nail Services and Acupuncture. MM25090 AP2878
4. American Ghost Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 937 reviews
In the shadows of the theme park castles lies American Ghost Adventures. The company has been doing tours for over a decade in Central Florida. This Interactive attraction is OPEN ALL YEAR AROUND. AGA prides themselves in giving their customers an accurate, but entertaining tour. No two tours are ever alike and the guides have several routes to choose from! AGA is currently ranked one of the TOP 10 GHOST TOURS IN THE WORLD and one of the top 5 ghost tours in the United States. All two- hour tours are considered sample tours. You will get 2 hours of history, ghost stories, and equipment to go ghost hunting INSIDE haunted buildings. Equipment rental is provided and included in your ticket price. We have several different locations and different types of tours but our 2 hour downtown Orlando tour runs nightly. Ghost sightings cannot be guaranteed & we are NOT A haunted house attraction. Tours are appropriate for all ages. RSVP required - americanghostadventures.com for more information.
5. PRIMUS CrossFit
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Changing lives since 2008. Are you ready....To change yours! We specialize in improving overall health and fitness through group fitness training.
6. Backstage Magic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
"Discover some of the secrets behind the magic of Walt Disney World Resort! Get an in-depth look at the creative and technical operations used behind the scenes to bring innovative special effects, world-class entertainment and elaborate attractions to life.At Epcot, we'll reveal some of the exquisite details that make The American Adventure one of our most popular attractions. You'll see Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom theme park in a whole new light after your guide leads you through a hidden world—the legendary underground ""Utilidor"" tunnel system.From artistic accents to eye-catching designs, nearly everything that surrounds you at Walt Disney World Resort is created and maintained by the artisans of Central Shops whose masterpieces transport you to Fantasyland and beyond. Take a break with a family-style lunch at the Whispering Canyon Café inside Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Then, see how horticulture and landscape design play a starring role in creating an endless variety of uniquely themed environments at the Walt Disney World Nursery & Tree Farm.Head to Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park and see how Walt Disney Imagineers combined cutting-edge design with breakthrough technology to create the thrilling Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Here, as in every corner of Walt Disney World Resort, wardrobe is an integral part of the magic, so you'll learn how the Creative Costuming team outfits the performers in Disney parades and shows. Finally, wrap up a most wonderful day at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park with an up-close look at Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade."
7. International Drive
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,751 reviews
Reviewed By Endak-Carlow - Carlow, Ireland
This is an amazing place to stay when in Orlando, you have every around you, restaurants, museums, the Orlando eye, attractions, pups & very close to all the theme parks, there’s always a great atmosphere here.
8. I-Ride Trolley Service
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,824 reviews
The I-RIDE Trolley is the exclusive, convenient and affordable transportation to hundreds of exciting destinations within the International Drive Resort Area. - Trolleys operate daily from 8:00am - 10:30pm. - Cash Fare: $2 per ride / Seniors (65+) $0.25 per ride - Kids (ages 3 to 9) $1 per ride. - Unlimited Ride passes, visit website for details - Wheelchair accessible / includes ADA-specified hydraulic lift*The Red Line Trolley route services the International Drive both north and south bound. Red Line trolleys arrive approximately every 20 minutes. The Green Line Trolley route is the counterpart to the Red Line Trolley route beginning service in the Major Boulevard area, travels along Universal Boulevard and then shadows the Red Line Trolley Route on South International Drive. Green Line trolleys arrive approximately every 30 minutes. *Maximum weight - including passenger and vehicle - is 600 lbs., width restriction is 30" wide and height restriction is 48" length.
Reviewed By IOW_1994 - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
I highly recommend the Trolly Bus service to anyone staying along international Drive when visiting Florida we got a 3-day ticket and it was brilliant hop on and off when you want, it serves both malls and best of all you can go out for a meal and get the bus back! :) Definitely a must if you don’t have a car even if you do have a car it’s good! Only thing I would change is maybe start the service a bit earlier in the morning! Overall brilliant service ????
9. Castaway Creek
10. The Orange County Regional History Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
The Orange County Regional History Center, housed in a restored historic 1927 courthouse in downtown Orlando, showcases the vast collections of the Historical Society of Central Florida. Three floors of permanent exhibits showcase 12,000 years of Florida history. The museum, a Smithsonian Institution affiliate and AAM accredited museum, also presents nationally important limited-run exhibitions.
Reviewed By Arielfl - Coconut Creek, United States
The Orlando Regional History Center is located in the old Neoclassical Orlando courthouse built in 1927. One of the most famous trials held here was for Ted Bundy. When the city outgrew the courthouse they built a new annex next door in 1960. In 1995 community leaders voted to make the 1927 courthouse a regional history museum. By this time the courthouse annex had been closed down due to asbestos. In 1998 it was torn down and Heritage Park was built on the site. The Orange County Regional History Center opened in the restored courthouse in 2000. Parking for the museum is available at the Central Boulevard garage across from the Orlando Public Library. There are four floors of exhibits starting from 12,000 years ago. The fifth floor houses the Joseph L. Brechner Research Center. The story of Florida's history in the museum starts with Native American settlements that turned into pioneer towns that raised cattle and farmed citrus. In the 1970's the tourist industry blossomed turning Florida into the vacation destination it is today. More current events like the shooting of Trayvon Martin, the trial of Casey Anthony,and the 2016 Pulse Nightclub mass shooting are also examined. Exhibits focus on African American history, aviation, the cattle and citrus Industries, the history of tourism in Florida, Florida's indigenous people, the first settlers, the environment, and the impact of the theme parks. One exhibit I really liked was the recreated court room. On one of the tables the name Ted Bundy has been carved. Whether it was actually by him is up for debate. In addition to the permanent collection, the museum also showcases special exhibits. They also offer camps, workshops, lectures, and activities. This museum is associated with the Smithsonian. The museum offers free admission on the third Thursday of each month from 6 to 9 PM. It will also offer free admission on April 4, 2020 for Museum Day. Regular adult admission is $8 but I saved money by purchasing a Groupon. That is a great, inexpensive activity. Lake Eola is nearby and there are a ton of great places to eat in the area. I highly recommend this fantastic museum.
