Chad Gallivanter Chad Gallivanter

Best Things to Do in Orlando Besides Theme Parks

For many people, Orlando is their happy place. Located in Central Florida, the City Beautiful is the undisputed theme park capital of the world. Millions travel here every year to experience the thrills and magic inside the attractions synonymous with the word “fun.”

But those of us who live here know you never have to step foot inside a theme park to experience this excellent, and sometimes underrated part of the Sunshine State. Travel outside the tourism corridor and you’ll find authentic Orlando. A city with pride and culture that thrives in the performing arts and a wealth of museums, marketplaces, and beautiful natural spaces.

This episode shows you the best things to do in Orlando besides the theme parks.


  • Hours
    8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days

    Fees
    $6 per vehicle

    Location
    1800 Wekiwa Cir.
    Apopka FL 32712

  • Museum & Performance Venue Info Available HERE.

  • Showtimes and tickets available HERE.

  • Information available HERE.

  • 2022 Daytime Garden Admission
    Leu Members Free
    Adult $15
    Child (ages 4-17 years) $10
    Active Military/Veterans - ID required $10
    Children (3 years and younger) Free

    More information available HERE.

  • Hours and Admission Prices

    Monday-Saturday
    10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Sunday
    Noon - 5 p.m.

    On the Third Thursday of each month, we offer free admission from 6 to 8 p.m.

    We are closed for certain events and major holidays, including Memorial Day, Labor Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. Call 407-836-8500 for more information.

    All History Center visitors with paid admission receive validation for two hours of free parking in the Library Garage at 112 E. Central Blvd. (one parking validation per party of visitors). Historical Society members receive validation for four hours of parking in the library parking garage.
    General Admission Prices

    Adults $8
    Seniors (55+) $7
    Students & Military $7* (with valid I.D.)
    Children (Ages 5-12) $6
    Children (Ages 4 and under) Free
    Members Free
    Orange County Employees Free
    Florida Educators Free
    (all levels of education, including colleges and universities)
    Museums for All Ticket Free
    AAA/CAA Members 15% off regular admission
    OCLS Library Cardholders $2 off regular admission
    Wells'Built Combo Ticket $10

    More information available HERE.

  • Public Hours

    Currently, the public hours of the Museum and the Museum Shop are:

    Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Sunday, 1 p.m.–4 p.m.

    Closed Monday and most major holidays
    Admission

    $6 Adults
    $5 Seniors age 60 and older
    $1 Students (with valid ID)
    Free for children younger than 12
    Free Fridays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., November through April.

    WEBSITE

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