Discovery Cove® in Orlando

The Wonder Remains in Orlando to Create Lasting Memories

Now is the time to enjoy Orlando’s outdoor fun, epic celebrations and big savings. Read on to see all the wonder waiting for you and plan your escape now.

The wonder awaits in Orlando with lots of excitement, over-the-top resorts, unforgettable outdoor adventures and always new things to do. Find open-air fun starting with our expansive theme parks and attractions, plus ample al fresco dining options. Stay and save with Orlando offers, including special Florida resident offers, and be sure to nab discount tickets from Visit Orlando powered by BestofOrlando.com.

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  • A family watching a fireworks show over Orlando.
    See Fireworks Every Night in Orlando: Theme Park Capital of the World

    If you’re dreaming of a getaway guaranteed to deliver the wonder, excitement and fun you or your family craves, no one does it better than Orlando’s world-famous theme parks and attractions with ample opportunities for memory-making adventures. Rejoice at our theme parks with new things to do and special celebrations.

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    Our theme parks include:

    Our theme parks are also home to some of the destination’s best water parks — more on those in a bit. Also, be sure to take advantage of special savings for even more family fun. (Please note that reservations are required for Walt Disney World Resort theme parks.)

  • Whether you’re seeking a well-deserved staycation in a full-service resort or a budget-minded base of operations for your Orlando getaway, you’ll be glad to know that hotels and resorts for every preference and price point can be found in Orlando. Plus, Florida residents can save at many of our hotels and resorts to make your visit more affordable than ever. Many accommodations have great deals for non-Florida residents, too.

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    JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes overview of pools, lake and golf
    JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes

    To really get away during your getaway, we recommend full-service accommodations with exceptional service and enticing extras such as lush lazy rivers, full-fledged themed water playgrounds, secluded outdoor areas and more.

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  • Orlando’s themed water parks offer an ocean of wonderfully wet experiences you won’t soon forget — including water slides galore, miles of lazy rivers, and some of the best wave pools in the country. Better yet, no matter how cold it might be back home, Orlando’s year-round gorgeous weather and heated waters means that almost any day can be a pool day while you’re here. Slather on the sunscreen, grab some cool sunglasses and a waterproof camera, and get ready to dive into the splashiest fun imaginable at incredible water parks throughout the destination.

    A little girl coming out of a water slide in Universal's Volcano Bay.
    Universal Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort

    Universal Volcano Bay

    From thrilling water slides to secluded waterfalls, Universal Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort is a water theme park like no other. Split into four distinct areas anchored by the towering, 200-foot-tall Krakatau volcano, the park is a stunning testament to the Waturi philosophy: “Water Is Life and Life Is Joy.”

    Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

    Surf’s up at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park! Hang 10 at the Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool, America’s largest outdoor wave pool where you can book time to learn to surf during a private lesson or chute down Crush ‘n’ Gusher water coaster. The adventure awaits.

    A girl underwater touching a sea urchin at SeaVenture: Underwater Walking Tour in Discovery Cove
    Discovery Cove® in Orlando

    Discovery Cove®

    Visit paradise without a passport at Discovery Cove, where your family can get close to bottlenose dolphins, snorkel through coral reefs or lounge about in your own private cabana with all-inclusive amenities such as meals, snacks and beverages throughout the day. Reservations are required.

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    Riptide Race at Aquatica® Orlando (©SeaWorld)

    Aquatica® Orlando

    Part of the SeaWorld Orlando family, Aquatica Orlando combines lush beaches and wave pools, unique animal experiences with Commerson’s dolphins and an exotic fish grotto, and a playful personality.

  • Orlando also offers a ton of unforgettable eco-friendly adventures — and there’s never been a better time to immerse yourself in our greater outdoors. Gear up for a wild time and get away from it all with kayaking, zip-lines, off-road adventures and more.

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    A gay couple kayaking through King's Landing at Wekiva River
    Explore Crystal-Clear Water in Orlando

    Aquatic Outdoor Adventures in Orlando

    Orlando offers many opportunities for kayaking and canoeing, where you can experience tranquil, enchanting adventures on Central Florida’s pristine waterways and crystal-clear springs. Discover natural springs throughout the Orlando area.

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    Screamin’ Gator Zip Line at Gatorland in Orlando

    Zip Line Adventures in Orlando

    For up-high excitement with incredible views, you can’t go wrong with a zip line. The Screamin’ Gator Zip Line at Gatorland will carry you over gators along 1,200 feet of high-flying adventure, at heights reaching 56 feet and speeds of nearly 30 mph. Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park and Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden’s Seminole Aerial Adventures also offer zip-lining opportunities for all ages. You can even go up — way up — at Wallaby Ranch Hang Gliding Flight Park.

There Is Always More to Do in Orlando

While you’re enjoying Orlando’s refreshing water, gorgeous accommodations and wild outdoor fun, don’t lose sight of everything else there is to do while you’re here, including unforgettable attractions, strollable neighborhoods, the arts, dining, shopping and more. Explore it all during your next Orlando getaway.