At Disney there are lots of things to do to occupy your time. Beyond the theme parks, there are two water parks, and many other on-site activities. If you want out of Disney, there are many other attractions in the Orlando area, and beyond!
Starting out, the biggest attractions at Disney are the theme parks and water parks.
Disney Theme Parks
Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom features animals from across the world, as well as many of the most adventurous and thrilling rides throughout the theme parks.
Epcot
Disney’s Epcot focuses on the world around us and the people we share it with. Featuring two fascinating areas, experience everything technology or science, or even tour some excellent countries from around the world at a leisurely pace!
Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios throws you into the action of movie shows, whilst offering you the chance to play with your favourite Disney characters, or have your heat skip a beat (or two) on some of the most thrilling rides at the Disney resort.
Magic Kingdom
Disney’s Magic Kingdom of the most popular of the theme parks, and is home to Cinderella’s Castle. This is the original theme park, which has been expanded upon from Walt Disney’s original park. Visit here for some thrilling rides, popular character experiences and another top fireworks display!
Disney Water Parks
Blizzard Beach
In spite of the heat of the sunshine state, a Blizzard has hit Disney! Renowned for it’s free-fall slide, Summit Plummet, were riders reach speeds in excess of 50mph, Blizzard Beach is Disney’s chill-out waterpark for those who love all things snowy!
Typhoon Lagoon
Find your inner surfer and head to Typhoon Lagoon, Disney’s beach themed water park. Typhoon Lagoon is renowned for its wave pool that churns up 6ft waves. Grasp your courage and enter the shark reef, or just sun yourself on the white beaches.
Popular Attractions Outside Disney
Busch Gardens
Located in Tampa, Busch Gardens features a roller coaster filled theme park and wildlife park. Much like Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Busch Gardens features the free-fall coaster, Sheikra or you can interact with animals on the Busch Gardens safari.
Islands of Adventure
Islands of Adventure is the home of the world famous Harry Potter theme park at Universal Studios. Featuring inspiration from other movies such as Jurassic Park and Dr Seuss, Islands of Adventure is full of thrilling attractions.
Seaworld
Get back to nature at Seaworld were you can see dolphins, penguins, sharks and whales up close in the Seaworld exhibits. Featuring thrilling rides such as Kraken and recent addition, Manta, this theme park offers an aquatic day out for all the family.
Universal Studios
Inspired by many popular movies such as Jaws, E.T., Twister and the Mummy, Universal Studios is similar to Disney’s Holywood Studios. Featuring thrilling roller coasters and many other attractions, Universal Studios is a must see.