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 young boy joyfully jumps into a private vacation home pool while a woman relaxes on a yellow float, smiling toward him. The luxury home’s patio and outdoor seating area sit in the background. — Cannonballs, sunshine, and your own private pool. This is vacation freedom, Kissimmee-style.

Your Guide to Hosting the Ultimate Florida Pool Party

Take a dip with your closest friends in an awesome Kissimmee pool. Before splish-splashing the day away, here are a few tips for hosting an unforgettable pool party when you’re vacationing in the Sunshine State.

A mother and daughter share a ride on an airboat in Kissimmee

Real-Life Moms Share Their Best Family Vacation Tips

We asked moms for their best family vacation tips, and they were more than happy to share.

Riders soar over water on SeaWorld Orlando’s Mako-themed coaster as it dips and splashes, creating a dramatic spray beneath the bright blue track. — Catch the splash as this high-speed SeaWorld Orlando coaster skims the water and sends up an epic wave of excitement.

The Most Thrilling Theme Park Rides in Kissimmee

From jaw-dropping drops to high-speed launches, Kissimmee is the gateway to some of the most thrilling theme park rides in Central Florida. Get ready to scream, soar, and race on the best roller coasters near Kissimmee.

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.

Scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights.

Fear and Fright at Halloween Horror Nights

There’s a lot going on when you first enter the gates, but fear not! We’ve rounded up all the must-see experiences at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, just a short drive from Kissimmee, Florida!

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!

Two red cranes interlocking their necks

Top Outdoor Date Spots for Adventurers at Heart

Whether you enjoy the adventurous outdoors or want to surprise your adventurous other half, Kissimmee, Florida, has amazing parks, trails, and preserves.

Two children relaxing together on a blue inner tube as they float along a lazy river, surrounded by lush greenery and calm, shallow water. — Slow laps, sunny laughs, and nowhere else to be. This is what vacation mode looks like when the current sets the pace.

You Deserve a Spring Break Vacation!

Plan your dream spring-break getaway to Kissimmee, Florida, with these helpful tips.

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.

Wild Facts About Central Florida’s Native Animals

Central Florida is known for its wildlife from around the world at eco-friendly attractions, but the native wildlife is just as fascinating.