What is there to do in Orlando?

[Firearmsrookie]

I will be at a conference in Orlando April 7-10th with an extra day on the 11th. I have been to Disney and Universal so ....what are suggestions on what to do?

 

[max]

Kennedy Space Center is most impressive.

 

[Sixgun100]

Check out Gatorland. Inexpensive and fun for all ages.

 

[LVSteve]

Two excellent suggestions as I've been to both. There is also a small air museum on the way to the Cape.

 

[whataboutbob]

Randall made knives on orange blossom trail

 

[S. Hammer]

Two excellent suggestions as I've been to both. There is also a small air museum on the way to the Cape.

Tico Warbird Museum. Great place.

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

FEED THE MOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Buttugly072]

Hi, it really depends on if you are bringing your family or flying solo. Additionally it would depend on your budget. The family would enjoy the Orlando Science center(its an interactive, educational, with cool sciency exhibits) but it is a little drive away from the tourist corridor just outside of downtown. Additionally you can try the The Ripleys museum which is very close to the convention center. AS someone suggested above the Kennedy space center is a must see. It is about a 45 minute drive from international drive. Gatorland is cool too but it is more of a zoo experience but they did just install some zip lines. Avoid orange blossom trail after dark unless you desire intimate companionship from individuals who may or may not be of the female gender and by all means no matter what anyone says. DO NOT go to the parliament house to unwind, take in a show, have a drink, spend the night, or relax , unless you like lots and lots of sausage.
Gl and have fun
dave

 

[Denver Dick]

First, I'd drive over to Randall Made Knives in the morning. (Follow these two links: Randall Made Knives - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia and Randall Made Knives

After that, I'd head over to the Kissimmee Air Museum which took the place of the Flying Tiger Warbird Restoration Museum. Follow this link:
Kissimmee Air Museum - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Have fun!

 

[Rule3]

"What is there to do in Orlando?"

This time of year? Avoid it at all costs!

 

[sipowicz]

Dinner at Ida's on Hanson Avenue. My Uncle Sol says they have a meatloaf and mashed potatoes to die for...but he says it gets crowded around dinner time..so go after 4pm.

 

[ladder13]

Head on over to Sal's pool.

 

[doublesharp]

Many venues on S. Orange Blossom Trail for American folk dancing.

 

[DeathGrip]

Head on over to Sal's pool.

I hope he got that Christmas tree out of there. It's almost summer again.

 

[ohiojerry]

Randall made knives on orange blossom trail

Beat me to it.

 

[Karnivore]

Bass Pro Shop

 

[Firearmsrookie]

I'm flying solo so any good gun places?

 

[Beemerguy53]

About midway between Orlando and Tampa is Fantasy of Flight, which is an amazing place.

The owner, Kermit Weeks, has amassed a stunning collection of rare and historic aircraft, many of which he flies. In addition, a tour of the facility includes the restoration shop and various storage buildings.

If you've got an extra day to kill, don't miss FoF...

Fantasy of Flight, World's Greatest Aircraft Collection

 

[S. Hammer]

AAA Gun and Pawn in DeLand. They've got a few thousand guns in that place.

 

[cochise]

I'm flying solo so any good gun places?

Shooting Straight has a big gun store on 441 Apopka, and one in Casselbury on 17/92. Another on south 441 in Orlando past Randalls knife shop. Look in the yellow pages for the others.

 

[The Big D]

Pointe Orlando

Pointe Orlando is just a few minutes WALK from the convention center if that is the site of your conference. Lotsa great food and entertainment venues there and nearby.

I highly recommend staying in the International Drive/Universal Boulevard area NEAR the convention center. You can literally walk everywhere...and park free if you have a rental car.

Miller's Ale House, Capital Grille, and Tommy Bahama Cafe are highly recommended.

Have fun.

Be safe.

 

[Xtasy]

Sun n' Fun » Florida Air Museum

You might like this

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

Well, if you're goping by yourself-the Diamond Club might be nice......

 

[kozmic]

Give Tiger a call and see if he'll take you out for a quick 18 holes at Windermere Country Club.

 

[Maximumbob54]

Downtown Disney and Universal CityWalk are both good for dinner and shopping if you are looking for junk to bring home to midgets and the wife. But really there are endless places to eat in the city. There was an area off Hwy 50 right before you hit downtown that was full of antique stores with interesting stuff. Somewhere outside town on the north side there was a massive flea market. I think that was towards Sanford. And if all else fails the Cocoa Beach isn't very far away.

 

[Ruger Nut]

I will be at a conference in Orlando April 7-10th with an extra day on the 11th. I have been to Disney and Universal so ....what are suggestions on what to do?

Tell us a little bit about yourself; hobbies,intrests,will you be there alone,is money an object........

 

[OLDFED]

Google the 100 most dangerous cities in America and plan accordingly.

 

[Comrad]

Along with all the family fun stuff, there is a very dark side to Orlando and all the associated adult entertainment options.

 

[ladder13]

Along with all the family fun stuff, there is a very dark side to Orlando and all the associated adult entertainment options.

Not for Caj

 

[Sistema1927]

Another vote for Fantasy of Flight. Not that far to the west.