Kissimmee Florida
Splashing around at Disney Springs
Ziplining through scenic natural cypress forests
No shortage of luxury vacation homes to rent in Kissimmee
Gliding on an airboat ride through headwaters of the famous Florida Everglades
World-class shopping for all styles and budgets
Enjoying scenic lake views on a leisurely kayaking trip
Bring out your inner child in the perfect family photo
Taking a selfie with your favorite sloth
Toasting to good times at a local restaurant
- Major Airports:
- Orlando (MCO)
- States:
- Florida
Gateway to magic and adventure, where it's easy to experience it all
Kissimmee is that rare Florida city that checks all the vacation-planning boxes with both natural and man-made treasures. Year-round warm climate? Check. Access to the beach? It’s less than two hours away, but you can also fake it at the water park and resort beaches. Natural Florida? The headwaters of the Everglades, cypress forests, zipline courses and off-the-beaten-path adventures are all right here. Famous theme parks? Only some of the best in the world. Convenient vacation homes? More than 20,000 of them.
And since Kissimmee is just 25 minutes from the Orlando International Airport (MCO), you’ll waste no time getting here. That's why families choose to make lasting memories here year after year.
A gateway to Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks, hundreds of vacation homes, hotels and resorts in Kissimmee serve as a perfect base for a holiday centered on the big attractions. All roads lead to Walt Disney World® Resort, which includes four theme parks and two water parks. Head to Universal Orlando Resort™, a four-part park inspired by the movies, and enter The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. Have a dolphin encounter at SeaWorld® Orlando, or stick close to home base and visit Fun Spot America, a family-owned theme park featuring roller coasters, go-karts, an arcade and kiddie rides.
Just as compelling as the area parks is Kissimmee’s great outdoors. Climb 15 meters up into the treetops and grapple with 97 high-ropes challenges at Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park (Tarzan swings and zip lines included). If you’re ready to see the native alligators, Wild Florida Airboats & Gator Park will zip you through the Northern Everglades’ headwaters on an airboat tour. Bring a camera; you’ll want to capture the eagles, turkeys, roseate spoonbill birds and wild boars you’ll see along with the gators. For a unique perspective, Bob’s Balloon Rides offers 100 take-off and landing spots throughout the area, as well as a champagne brunch on land after your hot-air balloon tour. Fly an old military plane with Warbird Adventures, Inc. to stay in the sky. You can also kayak, horseback ride, or fish Lake Tohopekaliga (Toho for short), regarded as one of the best bass-fishing spots in the world.
Shopping here is its own attraction. Disney Springs®, an outdoor shopping and entertainment center, offers unique shops such as the Coca-Cola Store and The LEGO® Store, Pearl Factory and Pop Gallery, as well as classic upscale stores and themed restaurants. At Old Town, an amusements and shopping mall, you’ll find kitschy shops, fun dining and even a Great Magic Hall to explore. Bike around Celebration, the nostalgic Walt Disney-designed town. With 16 kilometers of paths, Disney intended this scenic community to be bicycle-friendly.
Fun Fact
Kissimmee calls itself “Vacation Home Capital of the World” for its abundance of luxury vacation homes.
Kissimmee is home to the largest population of nesting bald eagles in the continental USA.
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