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Bob's Balloon Charters runs customized hot air balloon rides over the Orlando, Kissimmee, Walt Disney World and Davenport areas, with a sunrise flight as its signature trip. It suits early risers, couples marking an occasion, and small groups or families with kids 5 and up who want a quiet look at Central Florida from above.
Page mentions: kidsVisit info →Madame Tussauds Orlando is an indoor wax museum in ICON Park on International Drive, where you can pose with more than 90 lifelike figures of stars. It's built for photos and hands-on fun, and it welcomes guests of all ages, which makes it an easy pick for families and anyone staying nearby on I-Drive.
Page mentions: childrenVisit info →Orlando Helicopter Adventures runs scenic helicopter flights from Kissimmee over the Orlando area's theme parks and attractions. It suits families, first-time flyers and anyone who wants to see Disney, Universal or SeaWorld from the air, with routes ranging from short hops to longer loops.
CoCo Key Hotel and Water Resort is a family-focused hotel in the middle of International Drive, built around a canopy-covered outdoor water park with 14 slides. It suits families with kids who want a pool-heavy base close to Orlando's main theme parks and shopping.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesEnclave Suites by Sky Hotels & Resorts is an all-suite hotel on Carrier Drive in Orlando's Universal area, about 1.6 miles from Universal Orlando Resort. With kitchenettes, multiple pools and plenty for kids to do, it suits families who want room to spread out between theme park days.
Painted Horizons Hot Air Balloon Tours runs sunrise balloon flights over Central Florida, including the Disney World area, from its base in Lake Buena Vista. It suits couples, small groups and anyone aged seven or older who wants a quiet, early-morning view of the region from above.
Page mentions: childrenVisit info →Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando is a museum of odd relics and curiosities collected by traveler Robert Ripley, set on International Drive. It's a self-paced look at weird artifacts across 16 themed galleries, and it suits families looking for an easy one-to-two-hour stop.
Page mentions: familyVisit info →WonderWorks Orlando is an indoor science attraction on International Drive with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, which the operator calls an amusement park for the mind. It is marketed for all ages and suits families, curious kids and anyone looking for an indoor plan.
Page mentions: kidsVisit info →Big Toho Airboat Rides runs airboat swamp tours on Lake Toho in Kissimmee, with alligators, birds and other Florida wildlife along the way. It suits families and anyone who wants to see nature up close, and it's a short trip from Orlando and Walt Disney World.
Visit info →Catboat Escapes runs guided self-drive catamaran tours on the Clermont Chain of Lakes, near Orlando, where you steer your own small two-seat boat while a guide leads the group. The company says it suits solo adventurers, couples and families looking for a hands-on way to see the lakes.
Visit info →Disney's Keys to the Kingdom is a five-hour walking tour of Magic Kingdom that covers how the park was created and grew, with stops in backstage areas Cast Members usually see. It suits guests 16 and older who want a deeper behind-the-scenes look at Walt Disney World, rather than thrill-seekers hoping to fit in lots of rides.
Visit info →International Heli-Tours runs scenic helicopter flights over Orlando, showing visitors the theme parks and local landmarks from the air. It suits families and first-time visitors who want to see several parks in one short trip.
Visit info →Kissimmee Ghost Tours runs walking ghost and history tours through historic downtown Kissimmee. It suits anyone who likes local history with a spooky twist and doesn't mind about ninety minutes on foot.
Visit info →Leading Edge Helicopters is a helicopter sightseeing operator based on West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee, flying over Orlando landmarks like Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld Orlando. It suits visitors who want to see the theme parks and the wider area from above, whether on a short introductory hop or a longer route.
Visit info →The Museum of Military History is a veteran-run museum in Kissimmee that traces American conflicts from the Revolutionary War to the Gulf era through uniforms, weapons, vehicles and photos. It suits history fans, families and couples looking for a mostly indoor stop along the US-192 corridor.
Visit info →Old Florida Riverboat Company runs The Lillie, a 75-foot restored sternwheel paddleboat that cruises East Lake Toho from St. Cloud Lakefront Park. The 90-minute sunset cruises, with a full bar and live music on some sailings, suit couples, special occasions, or anyone after a calm end to the day.
Visit info →Orlando HeliTours runs scenic helicopter flights over Orlando and Kissimmee, with routes over the major theme parks, the Butler Chain of Lakes and well-known residents' homes. It's a popular choice with Florida families and visiting tourists who want to see the parks from above.
Visit info →Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld is a Bermuda-style resort directly opposite SeaWorld Orlando, with studios and suites that have kitchens or kitchenettes. It suits families planning time at SeaWorld, Aquatica or Discovery Cove who want pools, kids' activities and room to cook.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesThis Holiday Inn & Suites is an IHG hotel on International Drive, directly across the road from Universal Studios Florida, and is listed as a Universal partner hotel. It positions itself as a family-friendly base, with two-bedroom suites, kids' pool facilities and a free scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Aquatica.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesHoliday Inn Orlando Intl Drive–Conv Cent is a family-friendly hotel on International Drive, directly across from ICON Park. It suits families heading to the theme parks, thanks to a free park shuttle, an outdoor pool and kids' facilities. It also has meeting spaces for business travellers.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesHyatt Regency Orlando is a large, family-oriented resort hotel on International Drive, a short drive from Universal, Walt Disney World and SeaWorld. It suits families who want a big pool area and theme-park access. It also suits convention-goers, since the hotel connects directly to the Orange County Convention Center.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesHyatt Regency Orlando is a large, family-friendly resort hotel on International Drive, near SeaWorld Orlando and directly connected to the Orange County Convention Center. It suits families who want a big pool setup and convention-goers who want to walk straight to their event.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesMarriott's Grande Vista is a large timeshare-style resort on 164 acres near Orlando's International Drive, with villa-style units that have kitchens and laundry. It describes itself as family-friendly and suits groups and families who want space, pools and a base within reach of the Disney and Universal parks.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesRenaissance Orlando At SeaWorld® is a large, family-friendly resort hotel across the street from SeaWorld Orlando. It suits families heading to the theme parks who want a pool, an on-site water park and free shuttles close at hand.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesTropical Palms Resort & Campground is a roughly 69-acre resort in Kissimmee with cottages, family rooms and RV sites, close to the Orlando parks. It suits families with kids, RV travelers and people bringing their dog, with pools, games and a playground on site.
Page mentions: kids, children, familySee pricesCalypso Cay Resort Vacation Villas is a Caribbean-themed, family-friendly resort in Kissimmee, close to the major Orlando theme parks. It offers one-, two- and three-bedroom suites with full kitchens, and it suits families who want space to spread out and plenty to do between park days.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesChampions Gate Resort Homes is a gated community of self-catering homes in Kissimmee, with 4 to 9 bedrooms and space for up to 18 people in a single home. It suits families and large groups who want their own kitchen and private pool, plus a big shared clubhouse, within a short drive of the Orlando theme parks.
Page mentions: kids, childrenSee pricesClub Sevilla is a villa-style resort on West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee, with about 78 fully equipped units ranging from efficiencies to two-bedroom layouts. It suits families and groups who want space to spread out, cook their own meals and stay close to local attractions.
Page mentions: children, familySee pricesConrad Orlando is a luxury, family-friendly hotel inside the Evermore Orlando Resort, less than three miles from Walt Disney World. It suits families who want a lagoon beach, a big pool and an easy shuttle to the parks, and golfers who want 36 holes on site.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesDoubletree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal is a large, family-friendly hotel on Major Blvd. in Orlando, an Official Universal Orlando Partner Hotel within walking distance of the Universal parks and CityWalk. It suits families and anyone planning a theme park trip who wants easy park access and a pool to come back to.
Page mentions: children, familySee pricesEncantada Idiliq Hotels & Resorts is a gated townhouse and villa resort in West Kissimmee, about five miles from Walt Disney World's theme parks. With two- to four-bedroom units that include a kitchen or kitchenette, plus family facilities like heated pools and a playground, it suits families and groups who want vacation-home space with resort extras.
Page mentions: children, familySee pricesHard Rock Hotel is one of Universal Orlando Resort's on-property hotels, run by Loews and styled after California missions with rock-music memorabilia throughout. It's an upscale, family-friendly base within walking distance of both Universal parks and CityWalk. Theme park benefits make it a strong pick for people who plan to spend their days riding.
Page mentions: children, familySee pricesHoliday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake is a large family resort in Kissimmee, about 6 miles from Walt Disney World Resort. It suits families who want villa-style rooms with kitchens and plenty to do on site, from pools and golf to kids' clubs.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesAn all-suite Holiday Inn Resort on 24 acres about a mile from Walt Disney World Resort, with its own waterpark and family-sized suites. It suits families who want space, kitchenettes and plenty to do for kids between park days.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesHotel Landy Orlando Universal Blvd Tribute sits on Universal Boulevard, across from Universal Orlando Resort, and was renovated in 2024. It suits families, adults and pet owners who want to be close to the theme parks, as well as business travelers heading to the convention center.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesLegacy Vacation Club Orlando is a large, suite-focused resort on North Poinciana Boulevard in Kissimmee, about 5.9 miles from Walt Disney World. With kitchens in most suites, several pools and plenty to do on site, it suits families and groups who want room to spread out between park days.
Page mentions: kids, childrenSee pricesLegacy Vacation Resorts Disney Lake Buena Vista is a suite-style resort on Palm Parkway, a short drive from Disney Springs and Walt Disney World Resort. With kitchens, multi-bedroom layouts and a pet-friendly listing, it suits families and groups who want space and the option to cook their own meals.
Page mentions: children, familySee pricesMarriott's Harbour Lake is a family-friendly, maritime-themed vacation ownership resort on Lake Willis in the International Drive area of Orlando. With one- and two-bedroom villas, full kitchens and plenty of pools and play areas, it suits families who want space and things to do between theme park days.
Page mentions: kids, familySee pricesMarriott's Imperial Palms Villas is a villa resort in Lake Buena Vista, minutes from Orlando's theme parks. Each unit is a three-bedroom villa that sleeps up to 10, so it suits families and larger groups who want space and a home base for park days.
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