{"id":3409,"date":"2017-05-02T22:27:28","date_gmt":"2017-05-02T21:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.travel-advisor.eu\/?p=3409\/"},"modified":"2017-05-02T22:34:57","modified_gmt":"2017-05-02T21:34:57","slug":"the-best-theme-parks-in-orlando","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-advisor.eu\/en\/the-best-theme-parks-in-orlando\/","title":{"rendered":"The best theme parks in Orlando"},"content":{"rendered":"
The best theme parks in Orlando are dominated by the \u2018big two\u2019 of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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The reason is simple: these aren\u2019t just two separate parks, but actually whole worlds of family-friendly fun, with around a dozen different parks between them, as well as numerous shows, performances, dining and nightlife hubs.<\/div>\n
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Away from the Mickey Mouse and co, Orlando does have some excellent other theme parks. With all the usual roller coasters and rides for a fun day out with the kids.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Disney\u2019s Magic Kingdom<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Disney World\u2019s first ever theme park still remains one of its best. Magic Kingdom has 20 million visitors a year with its six different lands of fun and adventure. The iconic Cinderella Castle stands as the park\u2019s centerpiece.\u00a0 Lit up every night at 22.00 by the famous fireworks display. Entrance into the park, unravels a whole world. Disney-inspired shows, parades, roller coasters, rides and simulators. Most of these cater towards the younger kids. Six \u2018lands\u2019 are Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Tomorrowland, Main Street, and Liberty Square.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Universal Island of Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Topping the bill of things to do in Orlando simply must be Universal\u2019s Islands of Adventure. Islands of Adventure has got it all. Live action stunts shows entertain the kids, roller coasters and themed rides tower overhead, and immersive simulators place you in the middle of your favorite movie. Opened in 1999, Islands of Adventure is made up of seven different areas. The latest \u2018Wizarding World of Harry Potter\u2019 pulling in the most visitors each day, alongside the likes of \u2018The Lost Continent\u2019, \u2018Toon Lagoon\u2019, Jurassic Park\u2019 and \u2018Marvel Super Hero Island\u2019.<\/div>\n
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Universal Studios<\/strong><\/div>\n
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One-half of Universal Orlando complex, Universal Studios draws in the bumper crowds with its long lineup of Hollywood-inspired rides and attractions. Get up close with those naughty yellow minions,walk across Springfield with The Simpsons. Ward-off alien attacks in the Men in black simulator. Get lost in a world of magic at Harry Potter\u2019s Escape from Gringotts ride. Compared to Universal\u2019s other \u2018Islands of Adventure\u2019, the action here is more focused on delivering an immersive movie experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Disney’s Hollywood Studio<\/strong><\/div>\n
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This is where movie magic comes alive. The collection of family-friendly shows, rides, and attractions inspired by Disney\u2019s 1930s and 1940s films.\u00a0 Movie buffs shouldn\u2019t forget to check out the excellent \u2018Animation Courtyard\u2019 either, home to a few particularly interesting exhibits detailing the life and work of Walt Disney himself.<\/p>\n

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SeaWorld Orlando<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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SeaWorld has long been a firm fixture on Orlando\u2019s list of big-name attractions, with plenty of shows, aquatic themed-rides and hands-on animal experiences. Venture through the shark tunnel to uncover an underwater world, get up close to the dolphins and rays at \u2018Sea of Shallows\u2019 or check out the orca whales showcase their skills at the famous Shamu Stadium.<\/div>\n
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Legoland <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Legoland\u2019s largest park ever built sits next to Lake Eloise around one hour drive from Downtown Orlando. As for the park itself, expect heaps of things to see and do, including rollercoasters, huge Lego-built models, shows and performances. Most of the rides here are geared towards kids in the 2-12-year-old age bracket, such as their popular DUPLO fairground-style rides, the indoor-outdoor \u2018Dragon\u2019 rollercoaster, wooden \u2018coastersaurous\u2019 and safari trek.<\/div>\n
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Discovery Cove <\/strong><\/p>\n
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An alternative to the slightly more commercialized SeaWorld. Discovery Cove is a more intimate and altogether more unique experience. The top-rated activity here is \u2018Dolphin Lagoon\u2019, which lays on 30-minute small-group sessions with the dolphins in the water, allowing you to swim, hug and even kiss the dolphins. The \u2018Freshwater Oasis\u2019 zone offers much of the same thing, just with different animals like otters and marmosets. The Grand Reef\u2019 is the place to check out some exotic fish with a snorkel set. \u2018Wind-Away River\u2019 is a slow flowing river that passes through landscaped jungles, caves and waterfalls. Almost all the attractions here involve getting in the water, so don\u2019t forget your swimming costumes!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Epcot<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Epcot\u2019s huge spherical design is one of the most instantly recognizable images of Disney World. The theme park houses some of the most interesting an innovative attractions in the whole of Orlando. Rather than focusing on rollercoasters and Mickey Mouse \u2013 firm fixtures at Disney\u2019s other three parks, emphasis at Epcot is more on science and technology, with an overall vision to \u2018celebrate the human spirit\u2019. Head to \u2018Future World\u2019 for all the cool science stuff in the form of rides, simulators and exhibitions, or explore the \u2018World Showcase\u2019 to learn more about the culture and cuisine of various countries around the world.\n<\/div>\n
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Gatorland Orlando<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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For a theme park with a difference, Orlando\u2019s highly-rated Gatorland provides a little extra \u2018bite\u2019, home to dozens of alligators and crocodiles. The timetable of live shows and demonstrations here provide a great way of learning more about Orlando\u2019s famous reptiles. What will really leave a lasting memory is the park\u2019s zip line ride over the gator-infested swamps .<\/p>\n

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Aquatica<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Orlando has a few water parks to choose from and one of the best is Aquatica, located next to the larger SeaWorld complex. Alongside all the water park essentials like head-to-head slides, rapids, and high-speed flumes, Aquatica also delivers a few slightly more unique attractions. One such example is the \u2018Dolphin Plunge\u2019, where your transparent flume passes through a pool full of dolphins, as well as the oblivion-style drop at \u2018Ihu\u2019s breakaway Falls\u2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The best theme parks in Orlando are dominated by the \u2018big two\u2019 of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. The reason is simple: these aren\u2019t just two separate parks, but actually whole worlds of family-friendly fun, with around a dozen different parks between them, as well as numerous shows, performances, dining and nightlife hubs. 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