5 Parks to Explore in Orange County

Checkout places to visit in Orange County

Orange County

Named for the fruit that constituted the county's main commodity crop. At its peak in the early 1970s, some 80,000 acres (320 km2) were planted in citrus in Orange County. The dark-green foliage of orange trees filled the county, as did the scent of the orange blossoms when in bloom. Fewer commercial orange groves remained by the end of the twentieth century.

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Parks to Explore in Orange County

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park

This is a fun and exciting place to enjoy a day out. Featuring a chairlift to the top of Mount Gushmore, colorful slides, wave pools, body slides and rapids, this is sure to leave you feeling refreshed. For those looking for some rest and relaxation, there are tranquil beaches and calm riverside lagoons offering the perfect atmosphere. Whatever your tastes are, there is something at Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park to suit all ages - from thrilling slides to meandering lazy rivers.

Epcot

Epcot is an iconic part of the Disney resorts. It can easily be identified by its massive ball at the center of the park shaped to look like a giant golf ball. Representing both past and future technology, Epcot features two distinct themed areas: Future World and World Showcase. Future World is filled with educational experiences, attractions and shows focused on new and emerging technologies like robotics, space exploration and environmental sustainability.

Lake Eola Park

A public park surrounded by four streets. Lake Eola is the main feature of the park. Also located in the park (on the west side) is the Walt Disney Amphitheater, which hosts many community events and various performances year-round. On the east side of the park is a Chinese pagoda, and a playground.

Lake Eola Park

Lake Eola Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the area. With spectacular views and lush greenery surrounded by Lake Eola, visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll around the lake or take part in a variety of activities such as paddle-boating and jogging. Visitors can also check out a variety of nearby attractions like the swan boat rides, Fountain of Youth Playground, amphitheatre, Sunday Farmers Market and events like free concerts and movie nights.

Orlando Science Center

The Orlando Science Center is a great place to explore and learn about the wonderful world of science. It offers a wide variety of exhibits and interactive activities that will appeal to people of all ages. There are multiple levels as well, including areas devoted to history, wildlife, space exploration, and more. Visitors can also take part in experiments using the Science On a Sphere theater or learn about various natural disasters in CAM & Ray Hughes Experience Theater.

Map of Parks to explore in Orange County