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
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.
Downtown Disney/ Disney Springs
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.
Disney Fireworks
Although you aren't in the park, it doesn't mean you can't see the fireworks. There are many awesome viewing locations around the Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels. A few of the best are The Grand Floridian Resort, The Polynesian beach, and Bay Lake Tower. A lot of these places will most likely play the soundtrack to ensure that get the full effect of the show.
The Legend of Spook Hill
Every single year, tourists who vacation in Orlando pay a visit to Lake Wales to see if the old Legend of Spook Hill is true. A sign marks the spot where you are able to stop your vehicle, leave it in neutral, and watch as your car rolls up the hill. Many claim to have heard the laughter of Children, but the legends can't be true, can they?
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
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.
Downtown Disney/ Disney Springs
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.
Disney Fireworks
Although you aren't in the park, it doesn't mean you can't see the fireworks. There are many awesome viewing locations around the Magic Kingdom Resort Hotels. A few of the best are The Grand Floridian Resort, The Polynesian beach, and Bay Lake Tower. A lot of these places will most likely play the soundtrack to ensure that get the full effect of the show.
The Legend of Spook Hill
Every single year, tourists who vacation in Orlando pay a visit to Lake Wales to see if the old Legend of Spook Hill is true. A sign marks the spot where you are able to stop your vehicle, leave it in neutral, and watch as your car rolls up the hill. Many claim to have heard the laughter of Children, but the legends can't be true, can they?
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