Does your family have a case of the Winter Break Blues? Here are our nine top picks for places to visit to help beat the boredom of break while making memories.
For more than 60 years the Orlando Science Center has brought science to life with four floors of interactive exhibit halls, labs and workshops, theaters, an observatory and experiences that change with the seasons. Time is running out to experience its latest traveling experience involving artificial intelligence.
Picture the smartest person you know. They solve math problems, fix spelling errors & give directions. They also live in your pocket.
— OrlandoScienceCenter (@orlandoscience) October 14, 2019
Explore #ArtificialIntelligence: Your Mind & the Machine at @orlandoscience & learn how machines are changing your life. https://t.co/X8lH8d5HxF pic.twitter.com/Ze4SS256g4
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
The Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens brings the culture, art and beauty of traditional lantern festivals to Central Florida through Jan. 12. This evening experience features more than 30 larger-than-life illuminated sculptures depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. In addition to the hand-made LED lanterns, festival attendees will get to enjoy local food and beverage options, live music and authentic artisan crafts nightly.
You may have noticed the lanterns beginning to appear throughout the Zoo! While they are gorgeous to look at in the day, you won't want to miss them illuminating the night during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild! Get your tickets at https://t.co/FeEcIZEi0X. #CFZLanterns pic.twitter.com/HNl49VOox6
— Central Florida Zoo (@Centralflzoo) October 28, 2019
Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari
Wild Florida offers you the chance to travel down over 2 miles of gravel paths within its new Drive-Thru Safari Park to discover more than 100 native and exotic animals such as giraffes, zebra, eland antelope, scimitar oryx, American bison, mouflon sheep and more roaming freely. Don’t forget that you have the chance to help name one of the giraffes!
Sea Life Orlando at Icon Park offers guests the chance to explore oceans around the world without even getting wet with its 360-degree tunnel, unique dive shows, talk with experts, a touch pool and so much more.
MOOD. Anyone else suffering from the post-holiday blues? pic.twitter.com/d0rpiX6PPs
— SEA LIFE Orlando (@SEALIFEOrlando) December 27, 2019
Take a relaxing walk and pack a picnic to eat as you enjoy the palm tree-lined Sanford Riverwalk. Save time for a stop at the Fort Mellon Park with a fun playground and a splash pad or you can hop aboard the free trolley that offers multiple stops along the Riverwalk and historic downtown Sanford.
In addition to the splendor of Leu Gardens, families can enjoy the Nature of the Game exhibit now thru April 5, 2020. The exhibit is a hands-on experience that turns childhood games into fun discoveries about the wonders of nature. Admission to Nature of the Game exhibit is included with daytime garden admission.
Have you ever seen giant dice? This Dice Sculpture is the opening of the Nature of the Game exhibit. Thank you to Massey Services, Inc. for sponsoring this piece. The entire sculpture weighs 100 lbs. @LeuGardens pic.twitter.com/sUXtJmzBUl
— Harry P. Leu Gardens (@LeuGardens) December 14, 2019
Take a trip to the shore of spring-fed Wekiva River for an eco-adventure with something for the entire family! Enjoy a bite to eat, enjoying the recreational offerings like volleyball, take a swim in the cool waters or hop in a canoe or kayak to explore the area. You can find our information about admission and rental fees here.
Exploring the beautiful wildlife is another reason why we love to call the Wekiva River home. What's your favorite native Florida creature? 🍃 📸: Tina Frazier on Facebook #SustainableSunday pic.twitter.com/xzRSvkcXs0
— Wekiva Island (@WekivaIsland) December 29, 2019
Light up UCF is a free to attend event that features ice skating, a world-class choreographed light show, free holiday movies, live entertainment and more. The Holiday Light Show features more than 200,000 pulsing lights in synchronization to holiday songs under snowfall throughout the night. You can learn more about the event here.
Light Up UCF is BACK! Come enjoy the Ultimate Winter Wonderland from November 22-January 5 with live entertainment, ice skating, movie nights, rides, and more! ❄️ pic.twitter.com/MHEos3HWQq
— Addition Financial Arena (@AdditionFiArena) October 22, 2019
The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour offers hourlong guided cruise off the beaten path and through three of the seven lakes and two, narrow man-made canals on the tranquil Winter Park chain. Admission is $14 for adults, $7 for children ages 2 through 11 and free for children under 2. Operating hours are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, and fares can only be paid in cash or check.
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