I know precisely what you are thinking right now. "FREE?! In Orlando?! Yeah right!" But as a matter of fact there are quite a few free attractions in the Orlando area. Of course they aren't usually as spectacular as the more well known attractions, but when you're on a tight budget and you want a "day filler" be sure you check a few of these out.
The Boardwalk in Walt Disney World
Take a relaxed stroll along the Boardwalk at Disney World. A re-creation of a 1930s-style Atlantic coastal town. The 45-acre waterfront district is well-known for its very own nightclubs and entertainment hot spots, however the entire family can enjoy the various magicians, street musicians, and entertainers free of charge.
Celebration - A Town Built by Disney
Stroll the roads of the picture-perfect town of Celebration. The neighborhood, created by Disney, is a blend of historic-themed buildings and modern technology. Admire the old-fashioned shops and let the kids play in the interactive fountain. Go to the farmers market on Sunday mornings or see the many cost-free events (author readings and signings) which are available from the Reading Trout Books store. Travellers could even see (fake) snow in the winter time.
The New Downtown Disney Resort
You don't need a ticket to experience the Walt Disney World retail stores and entertainment. Roam the streets of Downtown Disney Marketplace for a large selection of boutiques and eating spots for any budget. Make sure you see their Festival of the Masters (November), an arts-and-crafts event where youngsters can make chalk masterpieces. See glassblowers at Arribas Brothers; go and visit the 4,400-square-foot LEGO Imagination Center to take part in a "beat-the-clock" building contest, and also check out a 12-foot T. Rex and a 30-foot sea serpent, each made of several thousand LEGO bricks.
The Firework Shows
Simply because you aren't in the park, it doesn't mean you can't watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. There are a few superb viewing spots by the Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels. A number of my favorites are Bay Lake Tower, The Polynesian Resort beach, along with The Grand Floridian Resort. These places will often play the background music to make sure you get the full experience.
Spook Hill
Each year, thousands of tourists who come to Orlando make a visit to Lake Wales, Florida, to find out if the old Indian Legend of Spook Hill is true. A sign marks the place where it is possible to stop your automobile, put it in neutral, and watch as the car mysteriously moves uphill. There have been a lot of sightings of Children around the road, but when the tourists get out to check, they all vanish. Find out is the legends are true!
The Boardwalk in Walt Disney World
Take a relaxed stroll along the Boardwalk at Disney World. A re-creation of a 1930s-style Atlantic coastal town. The 45-acre waterfront district is well-known for its very own nightclubs and entertainment hot spots, however the entire family can enjoy the various magicians, street musicians, and entertainers free of charge.
Celebration - A Town Built by Disney
Stroll the roads of the picture-perfect town of Celebration. The neighborhood, created by Disney, is a blend of historic-themed buildings and modern technology. Admire the old-fashioned shops and let the kids play in the interactive fountain. Go to the farmers market on Sunday mornings or see the many cost-free events (author readings and signings) which are available from the Reading Trout Books store. Travellers could even see (fake) snow in the winter time.
The New Downtown Disney Resort
You don't need a ticket to experience the Walt Disney World retail stores and entertainment. Roam the streets of Downtown Disney Marketplace for a large selection of boutiques and eating spots for any budget. Make sure you see their Festival of the Masters (November), an arts-and-crafts event where youngsters can make chalk masterpieces. See glassblowers at Arribas Brothers; go and visit the 4,400-square-foot LEGO Imagination Center to take part in a "beat-the-clock" building contest, and also check out a 12-foot T. Rex and a 30-foot sea serpent, each made of several thousand LEGO bricks.
The Firework Shows
Simply because you aren't in the park, it doesn't mean you can't watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. There are a few superb viewing spots by the Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels. A number of my favorites are Bay Lake Tower, The Polynesian Resort beach, along with The Grand Floridian Resort. These places will often play the background music to make sure you get the full experience.
Spook Hill
Each year, thousands of tourists who come to Orlando make a visit to Lake Wales, Florida, to find out if the old Indian Legend of Spook Hill is true. A sign marks the place where it is possible to stop your automobile, put it in neutral, and watch as the car mysteriously moves uphill. There have been a lot of sightings of Children around the road, but when the tourists get out to check, they all vanish. Find out is the legends are true!
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