Trip Ideas for Your Kissimmee Vacation

Find inspiration for your trip to Central Florida with articles, lists and itineraries featuring things to do and places to explore.

Located minutes from Orlando, Kissimmee is your gateway to Central Florida’s must-do adventures: thrilling airboat rides, vibrant local festivals, family-friendly theme parks, and all the shopping and dining options you could dream of. The hard part is deciding where to start, but that’s where we come in.

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Christmas tree in the Gaylord Palms Resort

Christmas at Gaylord Palms 2026: The Polar Express™ and More Holiday Fun

From Nov. 13, 2026, to Jan. 3, 2027, Christmas at Gaylord Palms transforms the resort into a holiday wonderland featuring The Polar Express™, dazzling lights, and family fun.

Santa's Little Helper cocktail

Holiday Cocktail Recipes from Kissimmee’s Best Mixologists

Warm up the holidays with festive drink recipes straight from Kissimmee’s top bars and restaurants!

Fake snow falls on a festively-decorated Celebration Town Center at night. — Christmas in Celebration Town Center is full of lights, "snow," and holiday treats

Where to Watch the Most Amazing Holiday Lights in Central Florida

If you're looking for the best holiday lights in Central Florida, look no further. Check out the top spots for holiday displays, events, and more!

Family Driving In Car On Road Trip — Make this roadtrip your family's favorite / Getty Images

Kissimmee Road Trip Bingo

Our Kissimmee Bingo cards highlight local wildlife, signs, and transportation, and are sure to make your road trip to Central Florida just as fun as the destination itself is.

The Ferris Wheel at Old Town Entertainment District on a beautiful cloud free day — Take your kids on the Ferris wheel at Old Town Entertainment District

Free Things to Do in Kissimmee

Looking for affordable fun in Central Florida? From outdoor adventures to cultural treasures, discover free things to do in Kissimmee beyond the theme parks.

Friends enjoying St. Patrick's Day

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Kissimmee

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in a sun-filled, fun-filled destination that'll make your friends and family green with envy!

St. Cloud Lake Toho

Celebrate Earth Day in Kissimmee

Looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day in Florida? Head to Kissimmee for family-friendly eco adventures, outdoor fun, and nature experiences that make every moment a little greener.

Friends and family toast to a meal in Kissimmee

Alternatives to Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner

Thinking of doing something a little different this year? Here are a few ways to make this year's Thanksgiving in Kissimmee unforgettable, rather than predictable!

A large family gathers around the Christmas tree in Kissimmee

Kissimmee Vacation Homes for the Holidays

Explore the vacation home rentals available in Central Florida to find the perfect spot to celebrate this holiday season.

Beautifully decorated Christmas tree with red poinsettias, silver and gold ornaments, and twinkling lights inside a festive Kissimmee vacation home dining area. — Celebrate the holidays in style in a Kissimmee vacation home with sparkle, festive décor, and where the warmth of the season fills every room.

Creative Ways to "Wrap" a Vacation for Under the Tree

So you’ve decided to surprise the family with an unforgettable vacation to Kissimmee, Florida. Congratulations on winning the holidays! Your gift is sure to be a hit.