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Temperatures start to rise in the spring, and so does the fun. Flowers bloom at Bok Tower Gardens during the annual Spring Bloom Festival, and EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival celebrates the season with topiary displays inspired by favorite Disney characters. There’s plenty of outdoor fun at our nature preserves, including Kissimmee Lakefront Park, Shingle Creek Regional Park, and the Disney Wilderness Preserve, and you mi

There’s nothing like summer in Kissimmee! Find yourself in a tropical oasis at Discovery Cove, where you can swim with dolphins and snorkel with colorful fish. Visit Universal’s Volcano Bay for a wave pool that mimics the ocean and thrilling water rides. Treat yourself to a delicious ice cream cone or frozen treat at Abracadabra Ice Cream Factory in Downtown Kissimmee or Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream in Celebration.

In fall, Kissimmee offers cooler temperatures, thinner crowds, and tons of frightfully fun — and family-friendly — events and activities. Bring the kiddos to trick-or-treat, meet Disney characters in costume, and watch a wickedly fun parade during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park. Or leave the little ones at home and scare yourself silly at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, filled with creepy haunted houses and ghoulishly good dishes and drinks.

Get into the festive spirit as the nights become chillier and begin to twinkle with holiday lights. Kissimmee shines in the winter — theme parks like SeaWorld Orlando and LEGOLAND Florida Resort are adorned for the season, and even the palm trees glitter. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy the snowfall in Celebration Town Center — a winter wonderland right in Central Florida. And don’t miss ICE! at Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, a breathtaking world of ice sculptures depicting beloved holiday characters.

While Kissimmee isn't technically in Orlando, it is considered part of the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metropolitan area. Kissimmee is the largest city in Osceola County, and it's just across the border from Orlando, which is located in Orange County.

Jut minutes from Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios Florida, and SeaWorld Orlando, Kissimmee is your gateway to Central Florida's must-do attractions, adventures, and activities. Beyond the theme parks, stroll through Downtown St. Cloud, filled with history, food, and entertainment; discover attractions, dining, and experiences at ICON Park; and learn more about Puerto Rican artistry and traditions at boutiques and restaurants in Downtown Kissimmee. 

Yes, Kissimmee is a convenient place to stay if you're planning to visit the Walt Disney World Resort. Just miles from the Disney parks and known as the Vacation Home Capital of the World®, it's easy to find what fits your style in Kissimmee. Choose from family-friendly hotels, luxury resorts, and more than 30,000 vacation homes.

Whether you're looking for an amenity-rich resort, a spacious vacation home, an outdoorsy RV park, or a pet-friendly hotel, Kissimmee offers thousands of accommodation options for every need and budget. Find your perfect place to stay.

Couples traveling to Kissimmee can enjoy romantic date nights at restaurants like Vintage Vino in Downtown Kissimmee, long sunset walks at Lakefront Park, and day dates in Downtown St. Cloud. Disney fans? Book a table at one of EPCOT's globally inspired fine-dining restaurants, or enjoy dinner and a movie at Universal CityWalk.

Even the Sunshine State sees rains sometimes. But don't fret, there are plenty of indoor activities to enjoy during those short summer showers. Take the kids to Andretti Indoor Karting & Games for an exhilarating afternoon, or visit the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum to learn more about the area's history and evolution of the local environment. 

Yes, Kissimmee is worth visiting even in the heat of summer! You may have heard that Florida gets hot and humid in June, July, and August, and it's true, but there are plenty of great ways to cool off. Our water parks make it easy to enjoy a day in the sun, from the volcanic landscapes of Universal's Volcano Bay to the sea-themed adventures of Aquatica Orlando, and the tropical paradises of Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach.