Area attractions run on a rotating basis as space allows.
ORLANDO AREA
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Apollo/Saturn V Center: Kennedy Space Center, 45 minutes east of Orlando
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Area attractions run on a rotating basis as space allows.
ORLANDO AREA
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Apollo/Saturn V Center: Kennedy Space Center, 45 minutes east of Orlando
NASA’s Shuttle Launch Experience ride gives visitors an unprecedented experience detailing the sights, sounds, and sensations of launching into space. At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, you’ll get a behind the scenes look at NASA’s space exploration program. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and the Astronaut Hall of Fame are open daily from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., except Christmas Day. Call for admission prices. Information: (321) 449-4444 or visit www.KennedySpaceCenter.com.
SeaWorld: 7007 Sea World Drive
The marine adventure park includes the tallest and fastest roller coaster in Orlando, Kraken; killer whales in “Believe;” sea lion antics in “Clyde and Seamore Take Pirate Island;” sharks and other ocean dwellers at Terrors of the Deep; amazing stunts in “Intensity Water Ski Show”; “Pets Ahoy!” show features multitalented animals performing all-new skits and surprising stunts. Call (888) 800-5447 or visit www.seaworld.com for details. Hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: (888) 800-5447 or www.seaworld.com.
Aquatica, The Waterpark at Seaworld: 7007 Sea World Drive
The South Seas-inspired water park features 36 water slides, six rivers and lagoons, more than 80,000 square feet of sandy beaches and Dolphin Plunge, a water slide that sends riders through Commerson’s black and white dolphin habitat in 250-foot-long clear tubes. Call for admission prices. Hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Information: (888) 800-5447 or www.seaworld.com.
Titanic exhibit: 8445 International Drive
See “Titanic — The Exhibition,” featuring live storytellers in period costume, depict passengers and crew as you tour a full-scale re-creation, more than 200 artifacts and historic treasures on display, original movie memorabilia including a costume worn by Leonardo DiCaprio. Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Call for admission prices. Information: (407) 248-1166.
Universal Orlando: 1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Islands of Adventure: Featuring the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the high-tech ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. Hours vary weekly. Universal Studios: Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster is the newest attraction. More than 40 state-of-the-art rides, shows and attractions allow visitors to “ride the movies.” Hours vary weekly. Call for admission prices. CityWalk: 30-acre entertainment complex located at the heart of the entertainment destination at Universal Orlando, CityWalk offers an array of live music and electrifying dance clubs. Call for admission prices. Information: (407) 363-8000.
Walt Disney World: Via Interstate 4 to U.S. 192
Magic Kingdom: The park covers 107 acres and has seven themed “lands.” Parades and fireworks displays daily. EPCOT: Sounds Like Summer concert series, June 12-July 31. “Illuminations: Reflections of the Earth,” nightly. Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A movie-inspired theme park. “Star Wars” Weekends through June 13. Disney’s Animal Kingdom: An animal-based safari park, complete with realistic settings and interactive rides. Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade daily. Park hours vary. Downtown Disney: A 66-acre West Side features Wolfgang Puck Cafe, House of Blues. Hours and admission: Admission and park hours vary, call Disney for updated information: (407) 824-4500 or (407) 824-4321.
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