Florida is an unbelievable state to discover; there are such a lot of things to do across the Sunshine State, particularly on the subject of its larger-than-life theme parks. With resorts like Disney, Universal and Busch Gardens, it’s the sort of state that’ll have you ever laughing, gorging and steeped in enjoyable throughout your complete journey. Actually, you’ll be spoilt for alternative with all the most effective theme parks in Florida to go to
Now, one factor we’ve discovered from our journeys to Florida is that there’s by no means fairly sufficient time to see and do every part you need. That is why it’s completely necessary to prioritise which theme parks you wish to go to, alongside the opposite plans you’ve gotten to your journey. In any case, most of us will wish to pack in numerous wonderful Floridian experiences while within the state.
This implies (for those who love a very good theme park as a lot as us) it’s a good suggestion to pre-book your entry tickets earlier than arriving in Florida. This then permits you to plan the remainder of your vacation round these blocked-out theme park days; particularly if you wish to go to a few of the best beaches in Florida, the incredible national parks or the Florida Keys, too!
No matter means you determine to plan your journey to Florida, simply be certain it’s crammed with numerous enjoyable!
With that in thoughts and with our numerous journeys to Florida (and its epic theme parks), I wished to share our lowdown on the most effective theme parks in Florida to go to if you arrive.
Simply be sure you plan, plan, plan! It’s one of many greatest classes we’ve realized from visiting Florida’s theme parks!
1.) Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom
Let’s begin with one of the iconic theme parks in Florida… heck, presumably the world! Disney’s, Magic Kingdom.
First up, don’t be fooled into pondering that is only for children… we large children can actually benefit from the Magic Kingdom, too! Actually, I believe I even appreciated it much more!
Opened again in 1971, it’s the sort of theme park that’s continuously altering, rising and (yeah, it sounds tacky) however is completely magical. It’s acquired rides, exhibits and occasions for all ages, making it the proper place to go to with a household or your mates.
After all, you’ve gotta try the long-lasting Cinderalla Fort; however don’t neglect about House Mountain, the Haunted Mansion and the Seven Dwarfs Mine Trine.
Now, one factor to look out for is pricing! Belief me, you possibly can skink a shed load of money on these for those who’re not too cautious. To avoid wasting cash (particularly for those who’re visiting different Disney parks) then purchase an allotted interval of days for entry. For example, you should purchase one or two weeks “Magic Tickets“. This lets you hop between all of the Disney theme parks, usually at a reduced value. Oh yeah, they usually embody entry into Disney’s water parks, too!
To see probably the most of Magic Kingdom, be certain to see which rides are hottest if you arrive. Sometimes, a few of the longer queuing rides are price visiting as quickly because the park opens or when the parade is on. That is when numerous different guests both haven’t arrived or are watching the parade; which all means fewer queue instances for you!
In the event you’re not eager on that degree of planning, go for Disney’s Genie+, this lets you enter the Lightning Lane entrance and plan your journey round explicit timed entries. Although, this could bump up tickets prices for those who’re travelling with a bigger household.
Oh, and don’t neglect, for those who’re staying at a Disney Resort resort, you should have 30-minutes early entry to any of the 4 main parks, too.
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2.) Common’s Islands of Journey
In my view, Common’s Islands of Journey is among the finest theme parks in Florida to go to for thrills! Once more, good for the entire household (most theme parks in Florida are), it’s a completely expansive park that’ll preserve you busy for days!
One of many issues I really like about Islands of Journey is the totally different rides they’ve regarding motion pictures and TV! Actually, that is the place the place the Wizarding World of Harry Potter first turned a actuality, so anticipate to see lots of people right here waving their wands and butterbeer across the park. Oh, and you may trip a brush and head to Hogwarts on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey or you possibly can take some butterbeer whereas strolling by way of Hogsmeade village. You can too trip the Hogwarts Specific for those who’d like, too!
One of many newer rides, the Jurassic World VelociCoaster is unbelievable and effectively up there as one in every of Orlando’s finest coasters! Saying that, if rollercoasters are your factor, then head on the Unbelievable Hulk Coaster, which is able to shoot you proper up the observe and over the park! Simply be ready to scream.
Once more, similar to Disney, it can save you cash by shopping for multi-park passes (to incorporate Common Studios) and growing the variety of days. Oh, and naturally, you possibly can decide to pay a bit further for Universal Express packages that’ll restrict queue instances on a lot of the standard rides within the park.
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3.) Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay
Round a 90-minute drive from Disney World or 30-minutes from Tampa Airport, Busch Gardens is among the finest theme parks in Florida to go to when heading additional east from Orlando.
Not solely will you get to discover the unbelievable gardens with over 300 particular that decision this space dwelling, you’ll additionally get to trip a few of the rollercoasters which can be completely epic. Sheikra is a vertical drop coaster that may take your breath away! Oh and don’t neglect about Kumba – the pace on that is insane.
Simply be certain to take a look at their web site and book tickets earlier than you get to the gates. This manner, you’ll preserve prices decrease!
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4.) Kennedy House Heart, Cape Canaveral
Okay, okay! Yeah, the Kennedy Space Center isn’t a Theme Park, I do know! However truthfully, you possibly can’t point out it when pondering of the wonderful sights to go to in Florida. You see, it’s the spot the place NASA launches so a lot of its rockets that head as much as area.
Round 60-minutes from Orlando, it’s very easy to go to for a day journey and the proper place to see Atlantis (With a shuttle launch expertise), discover a few of the extraterrestrial worlds in area and be taught a lot extra about area!
Higher nonetheless, you may be capable to plan your go to to coincide with a launch! It’s unbelievable to see.
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5.) Common Studios
My second favorite and among the finest theme parks in Florida to go to is Common Studios! Similar to Disney’s Magic Kingdom, it’s iconic!
With its Hollywood-inspired sights, Common Studios is one other must-see if you’re in Florida; particularly for those who’re already try Common’s Islands of Journey that’s proper subsequent door.
As soon as right here, head over to the Simpsons’ trip to glide throughout Springfield, hop on board the bike and soar to the skies with ET or scream all day on the Hollywood Rip Trip Rockit rollercoaster that’s completely enjoyable.
You’ll be able to simply spend a complete day in Common Studios, so plan you’re journey effectively upfront! Oh, and keep for the fireworks, too.
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6.) Epcot
One of many bigger parks of Disney, Epcot is among the finest theme parks in Florida to discover the world, scientific discovery and, after all, Spaceship Earth.
Nice for households, Epcot has just a few essential neighbourhoods to discover. You’ll get to discover “World Celebration”, together with Spaceship Earth (the huge spherical “golf ball”). Then pop over to “World Discovery” with the unbelievable Mission House and Check Observe the place you possibly can dart round in a automobile! Afterwards, head to World Nature and uncover all of the unbelievable pure magnificence that our world has to supply – Dwelling with the Land is an unbelievable boat trip you should expertise.
Lastly, don’t neglect to discover “World Showcase”. This can be a large honest having 11 nations represented round a colossal lake. You’ll be able to actually journey the world in a day; stopping by the UK for fish and chips, macaroons in France or tagines in Morocco. It’s unbelievable and completely huge.
You’ll have probably the most wonderful time.
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7.) Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Beforehand referred to as MGM Studios, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a world crammed with every part TV, movie and Hollywood. Right here, you’ll get to hop on enjoyable rides just like the Rock ‘n’ Curler Coaster Starring Aerosmith and The Twilight Zone: Tower of Terror! It’s a free fall carry that had me screaming a lot!
Oh, and be sure you go to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! It’s an epic new “land” that’s unbelievable to go to for those who love Star Wars.
Once more, for those who’re deciding to go to Hollywood Studios, be sure you accomplice this up with the park passes that embody the opposite theme parks on totally different days.
8.) Legoland
Roughly midway between Orlando and Tampa, Legoland is among the finest theme parks in Florida to go to when exploring with youthful youngsters.
Right here, everybody will be capable to discover Lego Kingdoms, the beautiful botanical gardens, Lego Metropolis and Pirates’ Cove. It’s so pretty. Oh, and don’t neglect concerning the Legoland Water Park that’s good on a sizzling and sunny day! The Twin Chasers slides are a lot enjoyable.
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9.) Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There aren’t any clues wanted to guess what Disney’s Animal Kingdom is all about, is there? It’s among the finest theme parks in Florida that homes its very personal safari tour with tigers, elephants and gorillas – all inside Kilimanjaro Safari. It’s unbelievable to go to and completely lovely to see the animals roaming across the park.
If thrills are extra your issues, hop on Expedition Everest, it may not be as chilly as up within the mountains however it’ll actually have you ever shaking!
Oh, and don’t neglect the Avatar-based Pandora space, the place you get an opportunity to expertise the movie in actual life. Although, be warned, queues will be lengthy so a queue bounce ticketing system may work finest for you. You’ll be able to simply spend a complete day or longer within the park; so plan this alongside the opposite Disney parks you wish to go to.
10.) Different Florida Theme parks
So, let’s not neglect that the most effective theme parks in Florida don’t should be the billion-dollar parks that decision this state dwelling. There’s additionally a heap of smaller, however no much less important parks which can be effectively price a gander for those who’re within the space.
For example, FastTrax (in Fort Myres) is extra of an indoor leisure centre than an amusement park that’s completely kitsch and enjoyable for just a few hours journey. You’ll see go-karts right here and have the possibility to trip them! If go-karts aren’t your factor, you possibly can attempt duckpin bowling, visiting their big sport room or heading to the pub.
Plus, don’t neglect about Enjoyable Spot America (each in Orlando and Kissimmee). Finest identified for Mine Blower and White Lightning (picket coasters), Enjoyable Spot America are comparatively small amusement parks which can be good for shorter visits. Plus, don’t neglect about their annual firework shows each July third after driving their nice rides like Sky Hawk, Freedom Flyer, Hurricane, Splash Pad and Galaxy Spin.
Lastly, Icon Park is one other little gem that’s completely price a bit journey for those who’ve acquired time. The primary attraction on the park is the 400-foot The Wheel. Fifteen passengers can trip every of the 30 capsules for 20 minutes. Earlier than boarding The Wheel, guests can see a 5-minute presentation at a 4D theatre.
Situated on the vacationer hall of I-Drive, and you could find different thrilling rides and sights right here like Orlando StarFlyer, Madame Tussauds Orlando a 7D Darkish Trip Journey and a big arcade amongst different issues all shut by.
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