Things to do in Orlando: 3 local trip ideas
3 ready-made day trips in Orlando, Florida: cultural, entertainment and family. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.
A Cultural Day in
Immerse yourself in the historic charm and artistic treasures of Winter Park, exploring world-renowned decorative glass, academic art galleries, and acclaimed local gastronomy without the transit hassle.
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Briarpatch Restaurant
252 N Park Ave #3814, Winter Park, FL 32789, USAStart early to beat the crowd and try their famous raspberry lemon cream pancakes or California Benedict.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions - 2
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 N Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USAA brief walk up Park Avenue brings you to the world's most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany.
★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$8 per person · Directions - 3
Prato
124 N Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USAEnjoy a stylish, sit-down Italian lunch featuring wood-fired pizzas and handcrafted seasonal pastas.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$30 per person · Directions - 4
Rollins Museum of Art
1000 Holt Ave Box 2765, Winter Park, FL 32789, USAStroll down to the beautiful Rollins College campus to see Orlando's only European Old Masters collection for free.
★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions - 5
The Ravenous Pig
565 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USACap off your cultural tour with award-winning Southern-inspired gastropub fare and house-brewed craft beers.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$45 per person · Directions
Downtown & Milk District Vibes
Immerse yourself in Orlando's vibrant local scene with Southern-style eats, a scenic lakeside stroll, and an evening of indie live music in Downtown and the nearby Milk District.
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Se7enBites
617 N Primrose Dr, Orlando, FL 32803, USATry the 'Minnie Pearl' chicken and waffles, and grab a signature bourbon bacon pie slice to go.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$20 per person · Directions - 2
Lake Eola Park
512 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801, USAWalk the scenic 0.9-mile loop and rent one of the famous swan-shaped paddle boats.
★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions - 3
The Monroe
448 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801, USAOrder their famous double-patty classic burger or fried chicken in this stylish mid-century venue.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions - 4
The Greenery Creamery
420 E Church St Unit 112, Orlando, FL 32801, USACool off with a scoop of their artisanal dairy or creative vegan flavors like Black Ash Coconut.
★ 4.8 on Google · about 40 min · ~$8 per person · Directions - 5
The Social
54 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801, USACatch an intimate, high-energy live show at this iconic downtown indie music club.
★ 4.1 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$35 per person · Directions
Science, Sweets, and Smokey
Enjoy a perfect, non-zigzagging family day in Orlando's cultural districts, featuring interactive museums, parks, and kid-approved dining.
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Se7enBites
617 N Primrose Dr, Orlando, FL 32803, USAFuel up with sweet and savory Southern breakfast biscuits featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions - 2
Orlando Science Center
777 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803, USAHead straight to KidsTown for interactive exhibits perfect for little learners and hands-on science fun.
★ 4.6 on Google · about 3 hr · ~$24 per person · Directions - 3
Pig Floyds Urban Barbakoa
1326 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803, USAA quick, casual lunch stop featuring kid-pleasing tacos, bento boxes, and delicious fusion barbecue.
★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$18 per person · Directions - 4
Loch Haven Park
777 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803, USALet the kids burn off some energy running under the massive live oaks in this scenic cultural park.
★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · Free · Directions - 5
Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream
3114 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803, USACelebrate the end of a great day with handcrafted, local ice cream scoops in the nearby Audubon Park Garden District.
★ 4.8 on Google · about 45 min · ~$7 per person · Directions
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