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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Woman smiling while painting a sunset-themed canvas on an easel at Ex Animo Creations in St. Cloud, Florida. — An instructor at Ex Animo Creations leads a colorful painting session, where every brushstroke brings your creativity to life.

Unleash Your Inner Artist in St. Cloud

Discover hands-on art studios, family-friendly workshops, and fun, creative activities near Kissimmee.

Two women pose playfully inside the Museum of Illusions, surrounded by mirrored walls and a geometric black-and-white ceiling that creates endless reflections. — Strike a pose and let reality bend a little at the Museum of Illusions, where reflections multiply the fun and every angle tells a different story.

Mind-Bending Fun at the Museum of Illusions

Cool optical illusions, brain-baffling scenes, and perplexing puzzles are just some of the immersive experiences at ICON Park’s Museum of Illusions in Orlando, just a short drive from Kissimmee, Florida.

A large modern vacation home with multiple outdoor pools, sun loungers, terraces, and tropical landscaping, viewed from above in a residential resort community. — When your vacation home feels like a private resort, relaxing becomes your easiest daily ritual.

Save vs. Splurge Experiences

Whether you tend to save or splurge when on vacation, Kissimmee, Florida, has amazing experiences for every budget.

Non-Traditional Theme Parks for Families on a Budget

If you're on a budget, you can still find plenty of big thrills, fun entertainment, and happy moments in our sunny destination.

A large family gathers around the Christmas tree in Kissimmee

Vacation Home for the Holidays

Explore the many vacation home rentals available in Kissimmee to find the perfect spot for you and your entire family to celebrate this holiday season!

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 Beyond the Theme Parks

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

Audra Miller sits on the stage at Dr Phillips Center singing into a microphone — Hear Audra's melodic performance in her episode of The Kissimmee Experience.

Audra Miller: Performance Venues Around Kissimmee

Take in the ambiance of Central Florida’s top performance venues with musician Audra Miller.

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Ami Vitale: A Journey Through Kissimmee’s Wild and Peaceful Places

In this episode of The Kissimmee Experience, award-winning photographer Ami Vitale joins host Jen Bonner to explore the beauty, balance, and wonder of Kissimmee’s natural world, from wildlife encounters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to serene moments at Bok Tower Gardens.

Girl in yellow dress takes photo in front of Monument of States in Downtown Kissimmee. — The Monument of States in Kissimmee, Florida, a colorful, tiered structure made of stones, plaques, and items representing all American states.

A Local’s Guide to Historic Downtown Kissimmee

See Downtown Kissimmee's top historical buildings and sites during your visit.