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Universal Volcano Bay0.7 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Dinner show

Capone's Dinner & Show1.1 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Capone's Dinner & Show is a speakeasy-style dinner theater on International Drive, set in 1931 Chicago gangland, where you get in with a password. The venue pitches it at a wide age range, from young children to older adults, and it suits anyone who likes a meal with singing, dancing, comedy and a bit of audience play.

Pirate's Dinner Adventure1.1 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Pirate's Dinner Adventure is a dinner show near Universal Studios, staged on a replica 18th-century Spanish galleon in a 300,000-gallon indoor lagoon. You eat a three-course dinner while pirates fight, fly and fire cannons around you. It is built for families, date nights and celebrations.

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Portofino Bay Hotel water taxi0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

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Universal Studios Portofino Bay Resort0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is a bayfront resort on Universal's grounds, built to look like the Italian seaside town of Portofino. It's family-friendly and also suits business and leisure travellers who want to stay close to the parks.

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Universal Volcano Bay0.7 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Dinner show

Capone's Dinner & Show1.1 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Pirate's Dinner Adventure1.1 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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Portofino Bay Hotel water taxi0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

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Universal Studios Portofino Bay Resort0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando

1.8 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows1.8 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows was a comedy murder mystery dinner theater on International Drive, beside ICON Park. It ran from 1990 until it closed for good in November 2025, so it is no longer an option for an evening out in Orlando.

Museum

Madame Tussauds Orlando1.9 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Museum

Museum of Illusions Orlando2.0 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Science museum

WonderWorks Orlando2.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Aquatica Orlando4.0 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Aquatica Orlando is a tropical water park next to SeaWorld Orlando, with water slides, wave pools, rivers, sandy beaches and kids' areas. It suits families, including those with young children, as well as thrill-seekers after steep tower slides. The water is heated in cooler months, so it stays open year-round.

Balloon ride

Painted Horizons Hot Air Balloon Tours6.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue7.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is a country-and-western dinner show at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, running since 1974. It pairs a family-style, all-you-care-to-enjoy meal with about two hours of singing, dancing and comedy. It suits families with young kids and anyone happy to clap along, though one Disney fan blog thinks most teens may not take to it.

Balloon ride

Aerophile at Disney Springs7.5 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Aerophile at Disney Springs is a tethered helium balloon ride that lifts a basket of guests up to about 400 feet above the West Side of Disney Springs. It suits anyone who wants a short, smooth look over Walt Disney World, including families, since there is no height requirement.

History museum

Museum of Military History9.7 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park10 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Disney's Blizzard Beach is a water park in the Walt Disney World Resort area of Bay Lake, themed as a ski resort that melted after a freak Florida snowstorm. With 12 attractions across more than 60 acres, it suits thrill-seekers chasing big drops as well as families who want rafts, a lazy river, a wave pool and a kids' play area.

Dinner show

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament12 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Medieval Times is a family dinner theater in Kissimmee, set in a European-style castle, where you eat a four-course feast while knights joust and sword fight. It suits families who want a loud, cheer-along night out, and the company says it is fun for all ages.

History museum

Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum12 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Island H2O Water Park12 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Island H2O is a family-oriented, island-themed water park in Kissimmee, set inside The Promenade at Sunset Walk next to Margaritaville Resort Orlando. With more than 20 rides, a wave pool, a lazy river and dedicated splash areas for younger kids, it suits families looking for a full day in the water.

Park

Kissimmee Lakefront Park13 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Kissimmee Lakefront Park is a waterfront park between historic downtown Kissimmee and the shore of Lake Tohopekaliga. With playgrounds, a splash pad, a fishing pier and paved walking paths, it suits families, anglers, birdwatchers and anyone after an easy lakeside walk.

Park

Shingle Creek Regional Park14 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Shingle Creek Regional Park is an urban natural area in Kissimmee at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, with trails, creek paddling and a walk-through Pioneer Village. It suits walkers, cyclists, paddlers and anyone curious about old Osceola County homestead life.

Boat tour

Gator Airboat Rides15 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Balloon ride

Bob's Balloon Charters17 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Boat tour

Spirit of the Swamp Airboat Rides17 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureVisit info →

Boat tour

Old Florida Riverboat Company18 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

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.

Park

Clermont Waterfront Park19 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Clermont Waterfront Park is a city park on the shore of Lake Minneola, about 35 minutes west of Orlando. With a splash pad, playground, public beach and paved lakefront paths, it suits families, walkers, cyclists and anyone who wants an easy day by the water.

Hard Rock Hotel0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Hard 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.

Resort

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando0.4 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Loews Royal Pacific Resort0.4 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Universal Aventura Hotel0.4 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Universal Aventura Hotel is a 600-room hotel inside Universal Orlando Resort, with a glass tower and a sleek, minimal look that sets it apart from the more heavily themed Universal hotels. Universal's own guide says it suits families, couples and budget-minded groups who want a stylish place to relax between park days.

Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort0.5 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a hotel inside the Universal Orlando area, within walking distance of the theme parks and CityWalk. With family suites that sleep up to six, two big pools and a bowling alley in the lobby, it suits families and groups planning a few days at the parks.

Hyatt House across from Universal Orland0.5 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando is an extended-stay hotel and Universal Partner Hotel on Caravan Court, with suites that mostly include a full kitchen and separate living room. It suits families and travelers spending their days at Universal's parks who want space to spread out and a free shuttle to the gates.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando-Nearest to Universal Studios0.5 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Hyatt Place Orlando/Universal0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Hyatt Place Orlando/Universal is a hotel of about 150 rooms on Caravan Court, roughly a 15-minute walk or 3-minute drive from the Universal Orlando Resort entrance. It suits families heading to the Universal parks who want breakfast included, a pool for downtime and room layouts with space for everyone.

Hilton Garden Inn0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Univers0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

This 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.

Resort

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

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Motel 60.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

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Orlando International Drive North Hotel0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

The Blue Palm Hotel0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Orlando International Drive North Hotel0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Orlando International Drive North Hotel is a 192-room, family-friendly hotel on International Drive North, a short drive from Universal Studios and Universal CityWalk. It suits families and theme park visitors who want a year-round pool, included breakfast and a shuttle to the parks.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando Near Universal0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Cambria Hotel0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Motel

Super 8 Orlando International Drive0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Orlando Inn International Drive Area0.6 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Travelodge0.7 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of AdventureSee prices

Doubletree by Hilton at the Entrance to0.7 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure

Doubletree 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.