What’s Around Orlando, Florida?

Universal Orlando® Resort Resort An 840-acre complex housing Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal City Walk and film and television production facilities.

Universal Studios® Florida Allows guests to “ride the movies” as they experience attractions such as Harry Potter, Transformers, Terminator 2-3D, Shrek 4-D and the Simpsons.

Universal’s Islands of Adventure® Guests can “live the adventure” as they travel through five themed islands including Seuss Landing™, The Lost Continent®, Jurassic Park®, Toon Lagoon® and Marvel Super Hero Island®.

Universal CityWalk A 30-acre, world-class entertainment zone, including Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando, Pat O’Brien’s, the Latin Quarter and Hard Rock Café and Hard Rock Live.

SeaWorld Orlando® Resort As the world’s premier marine adventure park, SeaWorld Orlando features 200 acres of world-class shows, top-notch rides and unforgettable animal encounters. As a SeaWorld guest, you can get splashed by Shamu, dine eye-to-eye with sharks, sleep next to manatees, touch a sting ray, feed a dolphin and be suspended mid-air on a state-of-the-art roller coaster – all in one exciting day. Now you can even get closer than ever to some of these amazing animals through SeaWorld’s many interactive adventure programs. If feeding the dolphins isn’t enough of a thrill, try Kraken, the fastest, tallest, longest and only “floorless” roller coaster in Orlando. Kraken thrusts riders 15 stories in the air, traveling at speeds of 65 mph and turns you upside down seven times.

SeaWorld® Adventure Park There’s no place on earth like SeaWorld® Orlando! Where else can you challenge thrill-a-second rides one minute and count the teeth on a shark the next? Feed the dolphins, take in an incredible performance and just try to stay dry when the world famous Shamu® comes a-splashing!

The Waterfront at SeaWorld® A celebration incited by the sights, sounds, flavor and festivity of the most vibrant cities by the sea. Dine on a gourmet pizza alfresco as the citizens of The Waterfront entertain you. Enjoy a drink under the stars at the Sandbar® or capture the fragrance of over 50 flowers of the South Pacific to design a special gift. Surround yourself with unique shows. All of this and more await you at The Waterfront, where you’ll find the soul of the sea at the heart of SeaWorld Orlando.

Discovery Cove® Or head over to nearby Discovery Cove where you can actually swim and interact with the dolphins and other marine life! The Dolphin Swim provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to talk, touch, play and swim with the gentle and exquisite bottlenose dolphins.

Aquatica® Introducing Aquatica – a whimsical, one-of-a-kind water park that’s only in Orlando, FL and could only come from SeaWorld. Where one river floats you through an undersea world of colorful fish and another races you into rolling rapids. slides that spin and soak you, and our incredible signature ride – two awesome, enclosed tube slides that send you speeding through a lively lagoon filled with playful Commerson’s dolphins. Delight in the serene-to-extreme waters in the gigantic double wave pools and soak in the sun (or cooling shade) on the white sand beach. Aquatica is where the fun is as endless as the sea itself.

Asian Restaurants, Chinese & Japanese

• Ming Court 9188 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-9988 · Moderate
• Ran-Getsu of Tokyo 8400 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-0044 · Expensive
• Trey Yuen Restaurant 6800 Visitors Circle · Orlando (407) 352-6822 · Inexpensive
• Kobe Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar 8350 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-1158 · Moderate
• Bill Wongs Famous Super Buffet 5668 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-5373
• Sushiology 6400 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-0245 · Inexpensive
• China Jade Mongolian Buffet 7308 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-9797 · Inexpensive
• Shogun Restaurant 6327 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-1607 · Moderate
• Wok-n-roll 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1026 · Inexpensive

American Restaurants

• Race Rock 8986 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-9876 · Inexpensive
• Bob Marley—A Tribute To Freedom 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando (407) 224-2262 · Inexpensive
• The Capital Grille 9101 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 370-4392 · Expensive
• Cafe Matisse 9700 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-9700 · Inexpensive
• Chili’s Grill & Bar 7021 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7618
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando (407) 224-2155 Inexpensive
• NBA City 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando (407) 363-5919 · Inexpensive
• Bennigan’s 6324 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-4435 · Inexpensive
• Adobe Gilas 9101 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 903-1477 · Inexpensive
• LuLu’s Bait Shack 9101 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-9595 · Inexpensive
• Uno Chicago Bar & Grill 8250 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-8667
• Houlihan’s 9150 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-0043 · Moderate
• International House of Pancakes 9990 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9447 · Inexpensive
• Augustine Café 8001 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-2420 · Moderate
• Barefoot Café 7400 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-7400 · Inexpensive
• Cafe Largo 8214 Universal Blvd. · Orlando (407) 581-9001 · Inexpensive
• Club Car 14500 Continental Gateway · Orlando (407) 387-5437 · Moderate
• Days Inn Restaurant/Cafeteria 7335 Sand Lake Road · Orlando (407) 351-1900 Inexpensive
• Everglades Restaurant 9840 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-2385 · Moderate
• International House of Pancakes 7661 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-4090 · Inexpensive
• Ocean Grill 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9993
• Plaza Garden Restaurant 9000 International Plaza · Orlando (407) 996-8585 · Inexpensive
• Pompano’s Restaurant 5780 Major Boulevard · Orlando (407) 351-1000 · Inexpensive
• T.G.I. Friday’s 8126 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1414 · Inexpensive
• T.G.I. Friday’s 8955 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 903-9556 · Inexpensive

Coffee & Desserts

• Bad Ass Coffee Company 8554 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 226-8673 · Inexpensive
• La Gelateria Molto 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-1445
• Dairy Queen 6021 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9691

Casual Dining Restaurants

• Elegante Pizzeria & Deli 9901 Hawaiian Ct. Center · Orlando (407) 352-4090 · Inexpensive
• The B-Line Diner 9801 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-4460 · Inexpensive
• Great Western 6315 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-0677 · Moderate
• Chili’s Grill & Bar 7021 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7618
• Denny’s 7660 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9335 · Inexpensive
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando (407) 224-2155 · Inexpensive
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 6362 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9343 · Moderate
• Sizzler 9142 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-5369 · Inexpensive
• Sizzler 6308 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-9711 · Inexpensive
• The Lucky Leprechaun 7032 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7031 · Inexpensive
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 5535 Kirkman Road · Orlando (407) 345-0200 · Moderate
• Bill Wongs Famous Super Buffet 5668 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-5373
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 8510 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-1477 · Moderate
• Boston Lobster Feast 8731 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-8606 · Moderate
• Cricketers Arms Pub 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-0686 · Inexpensive
• Uno Chicago Bar & Grill 8250 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-8667 ·
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 8200 World Center Dr. · Orlando (407) 238-2526 · Moderate
• Bahama Breeze 8849 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-2499 · Inexpensive
• Barefoot Café 7400 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-7400 · Inexpensive
• Carnival Of Foods 4949 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-5032 ·
• China Jade Mongolian Buffet 7308 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-9797 · Inexpensive
• Chuck E Cheeses 7419 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-3369
• Club Car 14500 Continental Gateway · Orlando (407) 387-5437 · Moderate
• Denny’s 5825 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-1581 · Inexpensive
• Denny’s 11037 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 238-0887 · Inexpensive
• Friendly Restaurant 8718 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-1655
• Luigis Pizza Buffet 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9603 · Inexpensive
• Red’s Market & Deli 9840 Internation Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-9840 · Inexpensive
• Sandwich Gallery 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-0692 · Inexpensive
• Denny’s 9880 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-5127 · Inexpensive

Dinner Shows & Attractions Restaurants

• Pirate’s Dinner Adventure 6400 Carrier Drive · Orlando (407) 248-0590 · Expensive
• Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows 8267 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1985 · Expensive
• The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show 9067 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-8800 · Moderate

Fast Food & Chains

• Wendys 6320 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-1060 · Inexpensive
• Dairy Queen 6021 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9691
• KFC 6217 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9203 · Inexpensive
• McDonald’s 9814 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 345-8996 · Inexpensive
• Subway 5740 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1418 · Inexpensive
• Subway 8957 International Dr., Suite 101 · Orlando (407) 447-0668
• Subway 5250 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 447-0588

International Restaurants

• Cafe Tu Tu Tango 8625 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-2222 · Moderate
• Bob Marley—A Tribute To Freedom 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando 407-224-2262 · Inexpensive
• Flavours of India 7000 S. Kirkman Rd. · Orlando (407) 264-2877 · Inexpensive
• Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville 1000 Universal Studios Plaza · Orlando (407) 224-2155 · Inexpensive
• The Lucky Leprechaun 7032 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7031 · Inexpensive
• Cricketers Arms Pub 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-0686 · Inexpensive
• Passage To India 5532 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-3456 · Inexpensive
• Shalimar 7342 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 226-9797 · Inexpensive
• Aashirwad 5748 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 370-9830 · Inexpensive
• New Punjab Indian Restaurant 7451 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7887

Italian Restaurants

• Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 8984 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 264-0420 · Inexpensive
• Bergamos Italian Restaurant 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-3805 ·
• Ciao Italia Ristorante 6149 Westwood Blvd. · Orlando (407) 354-0770 · Expensive
• Antonio’s at Sand Lake 7559 W. Sand Lake Rd. · Orlando (407) 363-9191 · Moderate
• Bella Roma Ristorante Italiano 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9993 · Moderate
• Capriccio Grill Italian Steakhouse 9801 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-4000 · Expensive
• Luigis Pizza Buffet 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9603 · Inexpensive

Latin, Mexican & Spanish Restaurants

• Latin Quarter Universal CityWalk · Orlando (407) 224-2800
• Jalapeno’s Mexican Food 1703 W. Oak Ridge Rd. · Orlando (407) 850-9660
• Crazy Grill 7048 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-4404 · Moderate
• Sabor Latino Restaurant 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 851-8726

Low-Carb Items

• Chili’s Grill & Bar 7021 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-7618
• T.G.I. Friday’s 8126 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1414 · Inexpensive
• T.G.I. Friday’s 8955 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 903-9556 · Inexpensive
• Subway 8957 International Dr., Suite 101 · Orlando (407) 447-0668
• Subway 5250 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 447-0588
• Subway 5740 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-1418 · Inexpensive

Steak, Barbeque & Seafood Restaurants

• Charley’s Steak House 8255 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-0228 · Expensive
• Great Western 6315 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-0677 · Moderate
• Fish Bones Restaurant 6707 Sand Lake Road · Orlando (407) 352-0135 ·
• Wild Jacks Steaks and Ribs 7364 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-4407 · Moderate
• The Capital Grille 9101 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 370-4392 · Expensive
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 6362 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9343 · Moderate
• Sizzler 9142 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-5369 · Inexpensive
• Sizzler 6308 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-9711 · Inexpensive
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 5535 Kirkman Road · Orlando (407) 345-0200 · Moderate
• Vito’s Chop House 8633 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-2467 · Moderate
• Salt Island 7500 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-SALT · Expensive
• Butcher Shop Steak House 8445 S. International Dr. · Orlando (407) 363-9727 · Moderate
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 8510 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 354-1477 · Moderate
• Boston Lobster Feast 8731 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 248-8606 · Moderate
• Crabhouse 8291 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-6140 ·
• LuLu’s Bait Shack 9101 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-9595 · Inexpensive
• Ponderosa Steakhouse 8200 World Center Dr. · Orlando (407) 238-2526 · Moderate
• Butcher Block Steakhouse 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9993 · Moderate
• Capriccio Grill Italian Steakhouse 9801 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-4000 · Expensive
• Jack’s Place 9700 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 996-9700 · Inexpensive
• Ocean Grill 6432 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-9993
• Red Lobster 9892 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 351-9313 · Inexpensive
• Shogun Restaurant 6327 International Dr. · Orlando (407) 352-1607 · Moderate

Orlando Shopping Area

Pointe Orlando Located just 1/2 mile north of Vista Cay. More than 60 special retailers and flagship stores, themed restaurants, cinemas and nightlife.

Artegon Marketplace Exciting 1,000,000-square-foot retail and entertainment center with the finest one-of-a-kind-to-the-Orlando-market retailers! Join famous names like Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Cinemark Theaters, Vans Skatepark, Sheplers Western Wear, Steve & Barry’s University Sportswear and Ron Jon Surf Shop.

The Florida Mall 253 stores in one mall! Very popular with locals and tourists. Fabulous fashion. Exceptional eateries. Delightful diversions. That’s what shoppers find at Orlando’s fabulous fashion destination… Florida Mall. Conveniently located just minutes from Orlando International Airport, International Drive, Walt Disney World® Resort, SeaWorld® Adventure Park and Universal Studios® Resort.

Lake Buena Vista Factory Shops Located just over a mile from Walt Disney World® Resort. Your favorite designers and name brands at incredible savings everyday, a delicious food court and our exciting events make Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores a shopper’s paradise.

Orlando Premium Outlet Mall Stroll through their Mediterranean style village that offers a large collection of designer brands at great savings of 25%-65% off every day. 110 stores featuring AG Adriano Goldschmied, Burberry, Coach, Diesel, Dior and, Giorgio Armani, Lucky Brand Blue JeansFendi, Polo Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace and more.

Prime Outlet Mall (Formally Belz Designer Outlet Centre) Save up to 75% off at more than 40 designer and upscale stores like Lenox, Polo, Ann Taylor and Coach.

Prime Factory Outlet World (Formally Belz Factory Outlet World) Over 750,000 square feet of more than 170 famous brand name outlets, all in a comfortable, climate controlled environment.

The Mall at Millenia Finally high-end fashion retailing in Orlando, Florida. One of the nation’s most active housing markets and America’s busiest tourist destination. Anchored by new-to-the-market Bloomingdale’s, Nieman-Marcus and Macy’s, the center is convenient to the area’s most affluent residential communities upscale hotels and top visitor attractions.

Flea Markets

192 Flea Market Over 400 dealer booths under one roof with savings of between 45%-75%.

Maingate Flea Market The only fully air conditioned indoor flea market with over 400 wholesale booths.

Sanford Flea World is America’s largest flea market with over 1,700 vendors.

Visitors Flea Market Over 250 kiosks with name brand merchandise.

More Central Florida Attractions

Kennedy Space Center (Spaceport USA) You can see the actual launch sites where Space Shuttles liftoff. It is the past, present and future packed into one exciting full day of must-see history. On Atlantic, 45 miles east of Orlando. (321) 452-2121.

Arabian Nights Spectacular action dinner attraction. Feast in the beautiful, air-conditioned 1,200-seat palace of the horses. Journey with Princess Scheherezade and her comical genie to the most spectacular, action-packed horse event of all time. See the world-famous horses and the greatest riders in simply the best show in Orlando. Reservations recommended. On US 192, 1/2 mile east of I-4 exit. (800) 533-6116

Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre 2,500-seat theater, Broadway shows, Orlando Opera and Orlando Ballet. Located in Downtown Orlando Centroplex. Box Office: (407) 849-2020; Information: (407) 849-2577

Busch Gardens (Tampa Bay) 300-acre African theme amusement park with roaming animals. The Southeast’s largest and fastest roller coaster is here (Kumba). Over 3,400 animals live within our lush, tropical landscapes, cascading waterfalls, breathtaking vistas and vast rolling plains, making Busch Gardens one of the nations premier zoos. I-4 West to I-75 North, take the Fowler Ave. exit #54 and follow signs. (813) 987-5775

Central Florida Zoo Beautiful natural setting where you may enjoy watching wild animals in tree-shaded safety. Picnic areas, nature trails, elephant and pony rides. I-4 East to exit 52, Sanford. (407) 323-4450

Gatorland 35 acres of natural habitat where you can experience the excitement of feeding thousands of bone-crushing, meat-eating alligators and crocodiles. Pre-historic “swamp dragons” are some of the largest in the world. Enjoy the action from all-weather covered walkways. Open every day of the year, rain or shine. 14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail (between Orlando and Kissimmee). (407) 855-5496

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament Imagine stepping back in time one thousand years as you feast on a hearty four-course banquet served medieval style. Spirited stallions perform intricate maneuvers, fearless knights on horseback compete in the daring tournament games of skill and accuracy. Reservations suggested. Note: Castle is fully enclosed and air conditioned. 4510 E. Irlo Bronson Hwy. (US 192), 6 miles off I-4. (407) 239-8666

Orange County Regional History Center Exhibits tracing Orange County’s past 100 years. Old Temician Dugout canoe, hot-type museum, San Juan Hotel exhibit, country store, pioneer kitchen, picture gallery and research library. (407) 836-8500

Orlando Museum of Art Presents exhibitions of local, national and international significance, and provides educational and outreach programs in the visual arts. (407) 896-4231

Orlando Science Center Participatory displays, Foucault’s Pendulum, astronomical observatory, natural history collections of the southeastern United States, chemistry demonstration, heart exhibit, John Young Planetarium. (407) 514-2000

Pirate’s Cove Miniature Golf Course immersed in adventures and legends of infamous pirates and settings. Open year round, located on International Drive. (407) 352-7378

Amway Center Home of the NBA Orlando Magic and Arena Football’s Orlando Predators. Box Office: (407) 849-2020; Information: (407) 849-2001

Wekiwa Springs State Park World’s largest flowing spring, waterfalls, jungle cruise, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, swimming and camping. (407) 884-2008

Ripley’s Believe It or Not® Experience hundreds of exhibits of the odd, the unusual and the slightly off-balance. A self-guided tour of the museum takes about 90 minutes. 8201 S. International Drive. (407) 363-4418

Silver Springs Explore Florida’s outback where the classic Tarzan movies were filmed. Journey back to Florida as it was thousands of years ago. Come face to face with 16 feet and nearly 2,000 lbs. of pure crocodile. World famous glass-bottom boats. Close encounters with exotic animals from 6 continents. Open 365 days, rain or shine. Located off I-75 approximately 1 mile east of Ocala. (SR 40). (325) 236-2121