Things to do in Gulf Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Higgs Beach which includes tropical scenes and a beach as well as a large group of people
Lady Bird Lake featuring cbd, a city and landscape views
Gulf State Park which includes a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Gulf Coast
Mallory Square showing a sunset and general coastal views

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Top places to visit

1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.

2. Universal Studios Florida

Built specifically as a theme park for the purpose of high-adrenaline entertainment, Universal Studios Florida is also a working films set. The park aims to give visitors an insight into film making through various interactive and entertaining mediums. Rides, adventure shows and interactive adventures are all part of the experience here. Visitors can also shop at a replica version of the Kwik-E-Mart made famous by The Simpsons.
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Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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Universal Studios Florida® showing a city, rides and street scenes

4. Magic Kingdom® Park

Still one of Orlando’s major attractions, Magic Kingdom® Park was the first of many Florida theme parks. Based on the vision of Walt Disney, the park first opened its doors the world in 1971. Spanning a staggering 43 hectares, this fantasia of magical entertainment never sleeps. Morning, noon and night, the park astounds and entertains anyone who walks into its glistening embrace.
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Magic Kingdom® Theme Park featuring rides

5. Orange County Convention Center

With more than 45 acres (18 hectares) of exhibition space, Orange County Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The main exhibition hall covers more than 22 acres (9 hectares) and the ballroom is bigger than a football field.
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Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

6. Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, where Disney magic meets Mother Nature. While watching elephants meandering across the Sahara and tigers stalking through the jungle, you will feel miles away from Orlando. This popular park in the Walt Disney World® Resort family delights visitors young and old.
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Anchored by the iconic Tree of Life® Attraction, Walt Disney World® Resort’s animal-themed park transports you from lush jungles to soaring mountains.

What to do in Gulf Coast

Popular places to visit

Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.

Walt Disney World® Resort
Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios Florida

Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

Universal Studios Florida
Port of Miami

Port of Miami

Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Port of Miami
Disney Springs™

Disney Springs™

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Disney Springs™, a favorite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Disney Springs™
Universal Studios Florida® showing a city, rides and street scenes

Universal Orlando Resort

Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.

Universal Orlando Resort
Magic Kingdom® Theme Park featuring rides

Magic Kingdom® Park

Situated in the shady limelight of a magical fairy-tale castle, this world class attraction is most famous for its breath-taking theme parks, offering visitors hours of entertainment.

Magic Kingdom® Park
Orange County Convention Center

Orange County Convention Center

Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

Orange County Convention Center
Port Everglades

Port Everglades

Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Port Everglades
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Anchored by the iconic Tree of Life® Attraction, Walt Disney World® Resort’s animal-themed park transports you from lush jungles to soaring mountains.

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park