Things to do in non-park settings in orlando

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While Orlando, Florida is well-known for its theme parks, from the huge ones like Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando to small local parks like Gatorland, there are many other experiences, events and venues you can enjoy in the Orlando area. Non-park things to do in Orlando range from cultural events to all sorts of fun in the outdoors.

1. The Harry P. Leu Gardens

   • The Harry P. Leu Gardens offers 50 acres of beautiful gardens, including a Tropical Stream Garden and a Butterfly Garden, as well as the largest collection of camellias outside California. The gardens are available for weddings, and classes on subject like horticulture and landscaping are offered.

     Harry P. Leu Gardens

     1920 N. Forest Ave.

     Orlando, FL 32803-1537

     407-246-2620

     leugardens.org

   Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show

   • The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show at Wonder Works serves kid-friendly food like pizza and popcorn in unlimited amounts. The theatre offers a show featuring impersonations, improv comedy, and magic.

     WonderWorks

     9067 International Dr.

     Orlando, FL 32819

     407-351-8800

     wonderworksonline.com

   The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

   • The Morse Museum is home to a collection of Tiffany stained glass, including the glass designed for the chapel at the 1893 Chicago World's Columbian Exposition. The Morse also offers concerts and family tours during the summer.

     The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

     445 North Park Ave.

     Winter Park, FL 32789

     morsemuseum.org/

   Kennedy Space Centre

   • Not far from Orlando, the Kennedy Space Centre is NASA's official launch headquarters. Visitors can ride in a flight simulator, visit the Star Trek Live experience, or maybe even see an actual space shuttle launch.

     SR405

     Kennedy Space Center

     FL, 32899

     866-737-5235

     kennedyspacecenter.com

   Lake Eola Swan Boats

   • In downtown Orlando sits Lake Eola with its floating fountain. Paddleboats decorated as swans are available for rental on the lake.

     Lake Eola Park

     Orlando FL 32801

     407-232-0111

     theotherorlando.com

   SkyVenture Orlando

   • SkyVenture Orlando is an indoor skydiving experience which involves "flying" in a 125 mile per hour wind stream in an indoor tunnel. The experience includes two "flights," training and use of all the skydiving gear.

     SkyVenture Orlando

     6805 Visitors Circle

     Orlando, Florida 32819

     407-903-1150

     skyventureorlando.com

   Blue Spring State Park

   • Just 35 miles out of Orlando is Blue Spring State Park, which is a designated refugee for manatees.Visitors can swim, snorkel, scuba dive and fish.

     Blue Spring State Park

     2100 W. French Ave.

     Orange City, Florida 32763

     386-775-3663

     floridastateparks.org/bluespring/default.cfm

   Woodhouse Day Spa

   • Visitors to Orlando can relax and be pampered at the Woodhouse Day Spa. Services available include facials, manicures and pedicures and many varieties of massage.

     Woodhouse Day Spa

     8060 Via Dellagio Way

     Orlando, Florida 32819

     407-965-3131

     orlando.woodhousespas.com/

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