Theme Parks
Orlando and it's surrounding area is home to some of the world’s most exciting theme parks and attractions. Below are links to some of the most popular.
Walt Disney World
Located just 2 miles from our wonderful vacation home, Walt Disney World Resort is home to 4 amazing theme parks, 2 water parks, Disney Springs (Disney’s shopping, dining and entertainment area) as well 4 mini golf courses.
Magic Kingdom
For young and old, Magic Kingdom has been creating magical memories for generations. From the New Fantasyland with the wonderful Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, to Tomorrowland and the iconic Space Mountain you will never forget a day spent at the Magic Kingdom.
Epcot
Over 30 years old but better than ever, Epcot has just unveiled the all new Test Track ride where guests can custom design their own car of the future before putting it to the test on the track. When you have had enough fun on rides, such as Soarin' and Spaceship Earth, and want a change of pace, take a walk around the World Showcase lagoon and experience the sights and sounds of 11 different countries.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Animal Kindgom is the world's largest animal based attraction, and features an amazing safari ride around Disney's very own savannah. Be sure to take a trek to the top of Everest, Disney's best rollercoaster yet! Animal Kingdom also features the hugely popular Avatar Land home to 2 great new rides based on the much loved James Cameron film.
Visit Walt Disney World Resorts' website
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Featuring rides and attractions based on some of Hollywood's most famous films, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones and The Muppets, Disney's Hollywood Studios makes for a great day out. Will you dare to enter the Tower of Terror?
Hollywood Studios is home to the brand new Star Wars - Galaxies Edge. Featuring two amazing new ride concepts, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. You will feel like you are in a galaxy far, far away!
Hollywood Studios is also where you will find the amazing Toy Story Land with 3 great rides based on the Pixar films.
Visit Walt Disney World Resorts' website
Universal Orlando Resort
Located just 25 minutes from the Windsor Wishes Villa, Universal Orlando Resorts is where you find some of the best thrill rides in Florida. Two separate parks, Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure are located next door to each other and are accessed through Universal CityWalk, Universals shopping, dining and entertainment zone. In addition you can visit Universal's Volcano Bay, Orlando's latest water theme park.
Universal Studios Florida
Jump into the action of the movies as you get to experience adventures featuring The Simpsons, the Minions from Despicable Me, ET,Shrek and Transformers Ride - 3D!
Universal Studios is also home to Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley. Featuring the Escape From Gringotts, an entirely new style of interactive roller coaster.
Universal’s Islands of Adventure
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is the star attraction but there is so much more to see at Islands of Adventure. From Seuss Landing, to Jurassic Park to the cartoon world of Spiderman and the Incredible Hulk - you will not be disappointed!
Visit Universal’s Islands of Adventure website
SeaWorld Orlando & Busch Gardens Tampa
SeaWorld and Busch Gardens are sister parks and you are able to purchase tickets for both parks together or separately. You can even combine them with tickets for Universal Orlando Resort.
SeaWorld
SeaWorld is world famous for it's mix of spectacular animal shows featuring dolphins, killer whales and seals and some of Florida's fiercest rollercoasters including Kraken and Manta.
Visit SeaWorld Orlando’s website
Busch Gardens
Just over an hour's drive, Busch Gardens Tampa is the place to go if you are a rollercoaster fan.
Visit Busch Garden Tampa’s website
Legoland Florida Resort
Legoland Florida Resort is located 32 miles south from the villa and is approximately a 45 minute drive away.
Legoland Theme Park and Water Park
Lego inspired rides, attractions and shows with an adjacent water park featuring a lazy river, slides and a wave pool.
Visit Legoland Florida's website