In the Center of the Action
Things to Do in Orlando Florida
As the theme park capital of the world—home to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and more—Orlando is a symbol of wonder, imagination, and nonstop thrills. The city also boasts plenty of lakeside recreation, scenic park trails and a nonstop calendar of cultural events. With endless things to do in Orlando, Florida, the perfect vacation has never been closer. The best part? Staying at The Florida Hotel and Conference Center means you’re in the center of the action.
Florida Mall
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 851-6255
Spend the day at a world-class shopping mall featuring top brands and boutiques like Armani Exchange and Banana Republic, or take the kids to the family experiential attractions at American Girl and the Crayola Experience.
- 0.8 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 14 Minutes Walking
- 3 Minutes Biking
- 5 Minutes Driving
Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral
Florida 32920, USA
Experience the best of Port Canaveral with convenient transportation from the hotel. Enjoy fresh seafood, explore cruise terminals, watch rocket launches, and take in stunning coastal views effortlessly.
- 53.9 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 57 Minutes Driving
Walt Disney World
1375 E Buena Vista Dr
Orlando, FL 32830
(407) 939-5277
Just minutes from the hotel, the famous Walt Disney World parks a legendary line up of theme parks like Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and more.
- 15.4 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 22 Minutes Driving
Universal Orlando
6000 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 363-8000
The Universal Orlando theme parks offer epic adventures, immersive movie-themed rides and shows that bring action-packed blockbuster favorites to life.
- 6.6 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 19 Minutes Driving
Sea World
7007 Sea World Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 545-5550
Offering animal shows, experiences, roller coasters, and thrilling rides for the whole family, SeaWorld and Discovery Cove promise nonstop marine adventure—and the opportunity to take a swim with bottlenose dolphins, of course!
- 6.5 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 15 Minutes Driving
Fun Spots America Theme Parks
5700 Fun Spot Way
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 363-3867
Just one mile from Universal Studios, this family-run theme park offers multi level Go-Karts, patented thrill rides, family rides, an arcade and Orlando’s only wooden roller coaster.
- 5.1 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 14 Minutes Driving
Crayola Experience
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl
Orlando, FL 32809
(407) 757-1700
This family attraction offers a colorful day of fun as kids explore 26 hands-on attractions, like melting crayons into shapes, discovering how they’re made and getting the chance to star in a coloring page of their own.
- 0.6 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 9 Minutes Walking
- 2 Minutes Biking
- 4 Minutes Driving
Kennedy Space Center
Space Commerce Way
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(855) 433-4210
Located an hour east of Orlando at Cape Canaveral, the Kennedy Space Center is the site of NASA’s primary launch center for space flight. This one-of-a-kind visitor’s complex showcases jaw-dropping space travel exhibits and attractions from its Rocket Garden, US Astronauts Hall of Fame, IMAX Lunar Theatre, Apollo 8 and the Firing Room and much more.
- 49.7 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 55 Minutes Driving
Ripley’s Believe it or Not
8201 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 345-0501
This 10,000 square foot museum features 16 themed galleries of oddities and primitive artifacts, from shrunken heads and an authentic vampire killing kit to a wild spinning vortex tunnel. Oh, and watch your step—the building looks like it’s sinking!
- 5.8 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 16 Minutes Driving
Titanic: The Experience
7324 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 248-1166
Journey into the early 18th century at the Titanic Artifact exhibition, which offers an immersive recreation of the Titanic and the 100-year old story of its fateful maiden voyage. Guided tours of the 20,000 sq. ft. interactive museum are led by trained actors in period dress portraying notable guests aboard the Titanic.
- 5.5 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 15 Minutes Driving
Golf Courses
Various Locations
The Florida Hotel and Conference Center places you in the ideal location to make the most of Florida’s first-rate golf courses and exceptional golfing weather. Discover some of the best courses in Orlando conveniently located near our hotel:
Shingle Creek Golf Course | 7 miles
Grand Lakes Golf Club | 9 miles
Bayhill | 9 miles
North Shore Golf Club | 5 miles
Hunter's Creek Golf Club | 5 miles
Hawk's Landing Golf Club | 12 miles
Celebration Golf Club | 14 miles
Falcon's Fire Golf Club | 14 miles
Eagle Creek's Golf Club | 16 miles
Orange National Golf Club | 22 miles
- 5.2 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 14 Minutes Driving
Airport
1 Jeff Fuqua Blvd
Orlando, FL 32827
(407) 825-2001
Just 15 minutes drive from the Orlando International Airport, the Florida Hotel and Conference Center is centrally located for convenient access for those flying in, and puts you close to many of Orlando’s popular attractions.
- 10.4 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 18 Minutes Driving
Cocoa Beach
401 Meade Ave
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Located an hour east of Orlando along Florida’s beautiful space coast, Cocoa Beach’s sunny shoreline offers visitors the quintessential ingredients for a day of beach fun: sun, sand and surf.
- 53.8 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 1 hour 1 Minute Driving
Homosassa State Wildlife State Park
4150 S Suncoast Blvd
Homosassa, FL 34446
(352) 628-5343
Featuring an underwater observatory, this state park is one of the best places to see Manatees in Florida. The park offers visitors a rare glimpse to observe native wildlife from black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, American alligators, American crocodiles, and river otters in their natural environment.
- 89.5 Miles from Florida Hotel and Conference Center
- 1 hour 38 Minute Driving