Orlando Area Attractions

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FUN STUFF TO DO IN ORLANDO

There are tons of fun things to do in the Orlando area. We’ve listed a few of our favorites.

Universal Studios

(Universal Studios is a quick, five-minute walk from the Hard Rock Hotel or you can take the water taxi or shuttle from any of the other on-site hotels)

This is your chance to go behind the scenes and experience the action in some unforgettable movies at this movie and TV based theme park. Make sure you check out:

  • The Revenge of the Mummy (a creepy, indoor roller coaster that we can’t get enough of)
  • Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket roller coaster (where you pick your own soundtrack and can even make a music video)
  • The Simpsons Ride (and the rest of Springfield)
  • Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts (an amazing ride even if you’re not a huge Harry Potter fan)

When you’re done, you can take the Hogwarts Express from Universal Studios to Islands of Adventure (assuming you get a park-hopper pass).

Universal’s Islands of Adventure

(Islands of Adventure is just a ten-minute walk from the Hard Rock Hotel or you can take the water taxi or shuttle from any of the other on-site hotels)

Take a tour of the “islands” where myths, legends, comic books, cartoons, and movies come to life. Islands of Adventure has some amazing rides, such as:

  • The Incredible Hulk Coaster
  • Dragon Challenge (make sure you ride both of the dueling dragons)
  • Doctor Doom’s Fearfall
  • The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
  • Skull Island: Reign of Kong

And, if you don’t mind getting wet (and we mean really wet), we recommend Jurassic Park River Adventure and Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges.

CityWalk

(Universal’s CityWalk is a quick, five-minute walk from the Hard Rock Hotel or you can take the water taxi or shuttle from any of the other on-site hotels)

Restaurants. Shopping. Movies. Nightlife. It’s all in one place. In the evening, adults should check out Red Coconut Club, CityWalk’s Rising Star (karaoke), and the groove. If you are looking for something more family-friendly, CityWalk also has mini-golf and a movie theater.

Universal Orlando’s CityWalk
Universal Studios Orlando
Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Disney World

The list could never be complete without mentioning that Disney World is only about 15–20 minutes away (could be a little more if traffic is bad).

Disney has four three parks and many other attractions:

Legoland Florida

In the mood for a drive? Check out Legoland Florida—a must for any Lego enthusiast

Everyone’s favorite building toys come to life! Let your imagination run wild. Explore a world of Legos with rides, roller coasters and much more.

SeaWorld

Do you love the ocean? Do you love adventure? Check out SeaWorld.

You’re in a for wet and wild journey through all things sea. Discover a world of fast-paced roller coasters and exciting rides. Hang with Shamuu and his friends. Or see the incredible animal shows. If you don’t love them, you can eat them for dinner.

Shopping

If you’ve got an urge to shop look no further. Orlando has some of the best shopping around

There’s something for everyone. Check out the many places to shop located only a short distance from Universal Orlando.

    • Mall at Millenia. Only 3 miles away, experience upscale luxury brands shopping brands all under one roof.
    • Orlando Premium Outlets. Less than 10 miles away, let your bargain hunting adventure begin with 150 stores! Browse from some of our favorite designers and leave room in your suitcase for all the deals you scored.