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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Dr. Laura and her family on an airboat at golden hour

A Family Road Trip to Kissimmee

Join Dr. Laura Scott and her family on a road trip to Kissimmee, Florida, where family fun meets relaxation, local flavor, and the kind of sunshine that makes every moment brighter.

The iconic Universal Studios globe and entrance archway sit under a bright blue sky, with visitors walking across a nearby bridge lined with banners and palm trees. — Where movie magic meets Florida sunshine, every step feels like the start of a blockbuster adventure.

Four Things to Know Before Doing Both Universal Orlando Resort Parks in One Day

This handy guide from theme park journalist Megan duBois will help you get the most out of your trip when taking on both Universal Orlando Resort parks in one day!

Exterior of Epcot's Spaceship Earth

What You Need to Know About Visiting All Four Walt Disney World Resort Parks in One Day

Here are the five things you need to know for visiting all four Walt Disney World parks in one day to maximize the time you have in each park.

multi-colored ferris wheel cages against a blut sky

Test Your Kissimmee Trivia Knowledge

Epcot — Travel back in time on Spaceship Earth at Epcot

How to Travel to All the Major Theme Parks from Kissimmee

Kissimmee is moments away from the major theme parks. Here's how to check them all off your bucket list.

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.

A family poses outside the Epcot Center — Explore the world of tomorrow at Disney's EPCOT

The Ultimate Guide to EPCOT’s World Showcase

Walt Disney World’s EPCOT theme park celebrates cultural and natural wonders in one awe-inspiring park, transporting guests through rides, shows, and restaurants. Dive below the surface of the sea, launch into space, and travel around the world — all in one day.

A man helps his son pretend to fly in Kissimmee, Florida

How to Survive a Long Flight with Little Kids

Air travel with little ones can be challenging if you're not fully prepared. So, we thought we'd share some tips to help make the journey as much fun as your stay in Kissimmee.

Get up close with colorful wildlife in Kissimmee, where every encounter — from playful flamingos to majestic sea life — sparks wonder and smiles.

SeaWorld Orlando's All-Day Dining Plan

Review the information and decide for yourself whether SeaWorld's All-Day Dining Deal is worth the price.