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With seven of the world’s leading theme parks and more than 100 other fun attractions, Orlando has something for the whole family. From new, state-of-the-art rides to groundbreaking expansions, there’s always something new in Orlando that makes it worth coming back year after year.

Sea World Parks & Entertainment

SeaWorld Orlando – Sea-themed attractions span 200 acres at the world’s number one marine animal park. According to itypemba, this includes Orlando’s longest, tallest, and fastest roller coaster, Mako . Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin takes visitors on a journey through a penguin colony. TurtleTrek is a unique 3D/360 degree experience from the perspective of a sea turtle. Shamu’s Happy Harbor is a children’s play area with rides for little ones. The shamu show One Ocean is all about the behavior of killer whales. Other shows and presentations feature beluga whales, manatees, sea lions, penguins, and dolphins, among others.

Discovery Cove – At this exclusive day resort, guests can swim with dolphins, snorkel with tropical fish and rays, and hand-feed exotic birds. The reservation-required, all-inclusive day adventure includes animal encounters and swim activities, swim and snorkel gear, breakfast and lunch, and a fortnight admission pass that also includes SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The Grand Reef is a tropical island oasis with white sandy beaches and hammocks where guests can swim and snorkel. At The Freshwater Oasis , visitors can wade through the clear waters and encounter otters and marmosets along the way.

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal’s Islands of Adventure – This park features the most innovative and sophisticated roller coasters and attractions. Among other things, an unforgettable journey through myths, legends, comics, cartoons, children’s books and films is offered. From the comic streets of Marvel Super Hero Island® to the jungles of Jurassic Park®, a new thrilling adventure awaits around every corner. And: Only here is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade! For example, if you stroll through the village of Hogsmeade™, you can explore the classrooms of Hogwarts™ Castle. A rollercoaster chase through the clouds is also exciting in Dragon Challenge™. The sensation on Skull Island: Reign of Kong is brand new. Here you will meet the most fearsome and powerful great ape of all time.

Universal Studios Florida – State-of-the- art attractions immerse visitors in classic movies, Hollywood blockbusters and hit TV shows. You can go on action missions in TRANSFORMERS: The Ride – 3-D orfight against the supernatural in Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride . You can also ride through Shrek 4-D with Shrek and the donkey or experience The Simpsons Ride with America’s favorite television familyexplore Springfield . Also worth seeing and experiencing: the roller coaster Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit , the 3-D experience Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (German title: I – Simply Despicable) or you fly to the stars at the ET Adventure .

There is also a new Harry Potter world at Universal Studios: Diagon Alley . Here you can browse the shops and eateries of the famous Diagon Alley and experience the dark side of magic on Knockturn Alley. It’s also exciting to be there when a magic wand chooses its magician in the Ollivanders™ shop.

Plus, the Hogwarts™ Express travels from King’s Cross Station at Universal Studios® to Hogsmeade™ Station at Universal’s Islands of Adventure®.

Walt Disney World

The Walt Disney World Resort offers four breathtaking Disney theme parks, two sparkling water parks, extensive shopping opportunities and excellent restaurants on 122 km². No wonder Walt Disney World Resort is the destination of big dreams…

Magic Kingdom Park – This is where the classic fairy tales come to life! 6 themed countries and more than 40 attractions await visitors in what is probably the most legendary Disney Park. Here you travel into a world full of fantasy and can rediscover the unique Disney stories. Space Mountain is a fast-paced rollercoaster ride through the darkness of space. And in the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train you will be amazed by the Disney classic “Snow White”.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park – Distant continents, exotic animals and the incredible world of dinosaurs await visitors in 5 themed countries. A fascinating kingdom with adventures, lovable residents and colorful live shows invites you on a journey of discovery that nobody will soon forget. The Expedition Everest ™ guarantees pure thrills: a rapid train ride through the mist of the Himalayas into the unknown. Or let the new show Rivers of Light take you into a world full of glitter, music and special effects while enjoying the beauties of nature.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Here visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of film and experience exciting shows to exciting events behind the scenes. A highlight is the breathtaking 3D flight with one of the Star Wars heroes through the galaxy in Star Tours ^® or you can be part of the interactive 4D adventure presented by Woody and Buzz in Toy Story Midway Mania!

Epcot – In two worlds: Future World and World Showcase , high-tech fun and the wonders of different nations meet. In Soarin’ around the World you fly across the world and discover the most breathtaking landscapes. For example, the newest attraction Frozen Ever After takes you to Arendelle in Norway, where you can experience the icy adventure as in the movie ”Frozen – Totally Unfrozen”.

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park – This water park, built in the style of a ski resort, provides a cool refreshment. Slide down one of the world’s fastest and tallest waterslides at speeds of 99 km/h or relax in the wave pool at Melt Away Bay . An adventure for small and large guests!

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – Here you can practice surfing, build sand castles on the white sandy beach or just relax and sunbathe – there is something for everyone in this tropical paradise. The breathtaking Crush ‘n’ Gusher water coaster offers pure adrenaline . For the brave there is even the opportunity to swim with sharks.

Nearby theme parks

Busch Gardens Tampa – On 120 hectares, this park offers fascinating attractions based around exotic expeditions around the world. These include thrilling rides, one of America’s top zoos with more than 12,000 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games. The highlight is Cheetah Hunt, Florida’s first triple-launch roller coaster with triple lightning-fast acceleration in a straight line, where visitors not only feel like a cheetah, but also encounter live cheetahs along the way.

LEGOLAND Florida – The theme park in Winter Haven, Central Florida, about 45 minutes southwest of Orlando, includes more than 50 rides, shows and attractions for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12 on 61 acres. The World of Chima is a themed area based on the Legends of Chima animated series . These include an interactive family experience with water cannons, a water playground for toddlers and a mini Speedorz car race track. The DUPLO VALLEY is a farm-style play area made from the popular large building blocks for toddlers between the ages of 2 and 5.

Water parks

Aquatica – SeaWorld’s Waterpark – This water park features dual wave action pools, two children’s play areas, two lazy rivers, beaches and swimming areas, and plenty of water slides including the high-speed Omaka Rocka tube. At Dolphin Plunge, visitors slide down acrylic tubes through a lagoon filled with real Commerson’s dolphins. Ihu’s Breakway Falls is Orlando’s tallest and steepest freefall waterslide and the only multi-slide of its kind.

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park – This water park features some of the world’s tallest and fastest high-speed free-fall slides in an original winter setting. The largest of the two Disney water parks has 22 water slides and “icy” bobsleigh runs, which are nevertheless always pleasantly warm and excitingly fast.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – The water park impresses visitors with powerful tidal waves, wild rapids and calm river courses. Whether it’s sliding down nine waterslides, swimming with sharks and tropical fish, or navigating artificial waves in America’s largest wave pool, this exotic paradise is the wettest aquatic adventure ever.

Nearby water parks

Adventure Island – Directly across from Busch Gardens Tampa is Adventure Island with 40 acres of water fun. Featuring water slides, waterfalls, a wave pool, water playground and numerous family attractions, the park promises the ultimate combination of high-speed rides and tranquil, tropical recreation for all ages.