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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A Couple stands with birds on their arms in Kissimmee

Five Birding Hot Spots in Kissimmee

Grab your binoculars and explore Kissimmee’s top birdwatching locations — from wetlands to preserves, these sites are a birder’s paradise.

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.

Cowgirl at Silver Spurs Rodeo.

Giddy Up: Rodeo Experiences in Kissimmee

Experience thrilling rodeo events in Kissimmee, Florida, from bull riding and barrel racing at Silver Spurs Arena to family-friendly cowboy fun.

A roseate spoonbill spreads its pink wings while perched atop green branches against a clear blue Florida sky. — A roseate spoonbill is one of many beautiful bird species you can spot in Kissimmee’s natural spaces.

Epic Birdwatching in Kissimmee

Florida is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, and Kissimmee’s wild side offers some of the best birdwatching opportunities year-round.

Jeff Musial holds an albino alligator in front of the trees at Wild Florida. — Check out the exotic animals in Jeff's episode of The Kissimmee Experience.

Jeff Musial: Animals Adventures in Kissimmee

Kissimmee is full of unforgettable animal encounters, from safari parks and Gatorland icons to classic Florida attractions with plenty of personality. In this episode of The Kissimmee Experience, wildlife expert Jeff Musial — known to audiences from The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, iCarly, and beyond — dives into some of the region’s most exciting ways to meet creatures big and small. Follow along for inspiration for your own wild adventure.

Carla Rhodes and Jen Bonner birdwatch with a long-lens camera at Omni Resort. — Tag along with Carla Rhodes in the sixth episode of The Kissimmee Experience.

Carla Rhodes: Eco Adventures and Birding in Kissimmee

From airboat rides through the Everglades to birdwatching across pristine conservation areas, explore the wild side of Kissimmee featured in The Kissimmee Experience.

Wild Florida Drive Through Safari

Visit Wild Florida Adventure Park for Florida’s Best Wildlife Adventures

See the natural side of the Sunshine State at Wild Florida Adventure Park, an outdoor adventure park in Kissimmee. Ride an airboat, stroll around to see animals, or take a drive through the Safari Park.

Three pizza's on a wooden table beside a jar full of salt and a glass full of juice. — Explore endless pizza opportunities in Central Florida / @kndvg

10 of the Best Pizza Places in Kissimmee

Find your perfect slice at these top spots for pizza across the Kissimmee area.

A woman smiles while gently feeding a sloth that hangs upside down from a branch in a lush, outdoor habitat. — Sharing a slow and sweet moment with one of Wild Florida’s most lovable residents.

9 Ways to See Wildlife in Kissimmee

Giant gators, beautiful birds, elusive panthers—oh my! The local wildlife around Kissimmee is definitely diverse, and there are so many fun-filled ways to experience it.

albino alligator at Gatorland — See an albino alligator at Gatorland

Top 4 Places to Experience Kissimmee by Air, Land, or Water

Kissimmee, Florida, has so many outdoor adventures that you can explore by air, land, or water. At some spots, you can even do all three! Experience these amazing activities just waiting for you and your entire family.