Central Things to Do, Food and Drink, Visitor Services KEY TO SYMBOLS: d = Beach wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for travelers with disabilities explorationtower.com 670 Dave Nisbet Dr., Port Canaveral, 321-394-3405. Stunning architectural landmark providing visitors both fun and education. Exploration Tower at Port Canaveral Gatorland ‘The Alligator Capital of the World’ gatorland.com 14501 S. Orange Blossom Trl., Orlando, 407-855-5496. Alligators, Screamin Gator Zip Line, reptile shows and the new Gator Gully Splash Park. Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art leeparattner.org 600 E. Klosterman Rd., Tarpon Springs, 727-712-5762. Modern and contemporary art museum featuring works from the 20th and 21st centuries. Florida Air Museum Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In sun-n-fun.org 4175 Medulla Rd., Lakeland, 863-644-2431. Interactive exhibits of vintage, sport and military aircraft on the Sun ‘n Fun expo campus. See ad on Inside Back Cover. Reader Response 63 Gira e Ranch Farm Tours LEGOLAND Florida Resort Florida Aquarium aquarium.org 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa, 813-273-4000. Be entertained, get educated and become inspired by the natural environment at the Florida Aquarium. d I See ad on page 97. Reader Response 42 girafferanch.com 38650 Mickler Rd., Dade City, 813-482-3400. Giraffe Ranch is a licensed working ranch that specializes in exotic species. legoland.com/ orida 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, 877-350-5346. LEGOLAND Florida is a 150-acre interactive Resort with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions. d I Grand Oaks Resort and Museum Madame Tussauds Orlando Florida Blueberry Festival thegrandoaks.com 3000 Marion County Rd., Weirsdale, 352-750-5500. Visit the museum to re-live history as you experience fine collections of carriages in the world. madametussauds.com/orlando 8387 International Dr., Orlando, 407-352-3973. Guests will experience the essence of America with this immersive and interactive wax experience. oridablueberryfestival.org P.O. Box 308, Brooksville, 352-754-4173. Annual festival to celebrate the Florida Blueberry Spring Harvest. The Great Escape Room Orlando Manatee Observation and Education Center manateecenter.com 480 N. Indian River Dr., Ft. Pierce, 772-466-1600. From sea horses to sea cows, it’s our goal to provide quality education to all our visitors! Florida Citrus Sports Events, Inc fcsports.com 1 Citrus Bowl Pl., Orlando, 407-423-2476. Dedicated to increase community spirit and pride and promote tourism through its signature events. thegreatescaperoom.com/orlando 23 1/2 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, 386-385-8860. Search for hidden compartments, secret passageways, and use clues to plot your great escape. Great Escape Room Tampa Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament medievaltimes.com 4510 W. Vine St., Kissimmee, 407-396-1518. Feasting, fighting and fun for the whole family! Florida Classic Consortium Corp oridaclassic.org 1 Citrus Bowl Pl., Orlando, 407-423-2476. The largest football game between two historically black colleges in America. thegreatescaperoom.com/tampa 300 E. Madison St. Ste. 301, Tampa, 202-780-8437. Search for hidden compartments, secret passageways, and use clues to plot your great escape. The Mennello Museum of American Art Great Explorations Children’s Museum greatex.org 1925 4th St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-821-8992. Our mission is to stimulate learning through creativity, play and exploration. mennellomuseum.org 900 E. Princeton St., Orlando, 407-246-4278. American art, traveling exhibitions and Earl Cunningham paintings. Florida CraftArt Gallery oridacraftart.org 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-821-7391. Experience the finest contemporary clay, glass, jewelry, fiber, metal, wood and mixed media. Morean Arts Center Henry B. Plant Museum Florida Film Academy lmacademy.com 509 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden, 407-654-8400. Afterschool, summer camps, field trips, residency programs and more in film and media arts. plantmuseum.com 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, 813-254-1891. With splendid Moorish architecture and opulent furnishings, visit this National Historic Landmark. moreanartscenter.org 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-822-7872. Connects people with art through studio classes, exhibitions, camps and more. MOSI -Museum of Science & Industry mosi.org 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, 813-987-6000. Real science, real fun, pure genius. Highlands Art League, Inc Florida Strawberry Festival strawberryfestival.com 303 Lemon St., Plant City, 813-752-9194. Unique event offering fresh strawberries, newly created foods, entertainment and more. d I highlandsartleague.org 1989 Lakeview Dr., Sebring, 863-385-6682. Encourage emerging and evolving artists of all ages and to positively impact our community. See ad on page 97. Reader Response 42 Mulberry Phosphate Museum Highway Park Founders Day Foosaner Art Museum foosanerartmuseum.org 1463 Highland Ave., Melbourne, 321-674-8916. We are a gathering place, a catalyst for change, and a center of creativity. d I hpng.org 106 Washington St., Lake Placid, 904-655-1915. Free family festival and health fair with great food, fun and entertainment! mulberryphosphatemuseum.org P.O. Box 707, Mulberry, 863-425-2823. Our mission is to promote and interpret the local history of Mulberry. Municipal Stadium southern.edu/ lw 750 Frank Lloyd Wright Way, Lakeland, 863-680-4597. Open daily 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Self-guided and docent-led tours available. Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center at Florida Southern University The Holy Land Experience holylandexperience.com 4655 Vineland Rd., Orlando, 407-872-2272. Experience an exciting, living biblical history museum at The Holy Land Experience in Orlando. sportsvolusia.com/facilities/daytona-beach/dbmunicipal.stml 3917 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach, 386-671-8253. In the heart of sunny Daytona Beach, Municipal Stadium is your sports and entertainment destination. Museum of Art -DeLand I Drive 360 at the Orlando Eye Fun Spot America fun-spot.com 5700 Fun Spot Way, Orlando, 407-363-3867. Family fun with go-karts, kiddie rides, family rides, thrill rides, coasters and an arcade! i-drive360.com 8445 International Dr., Orlando, 321-888-2690. Orlando’s premier entertainment destination, home of the Coca-Cola Orlando Eye observation wheel. moartdeland.org 600 N. Woodland Blvd., Deland, 386-734-4371. Two Locations: 600 N Woodland across from Stetson University. Downtown galleries at 100 N. Woodland. Museum of Arts and Sciences IFly Orlando moas.org 352 S. Nova Rd., Daytona Beach, 386-255-0285. Offers over 100,000 square feet of art, science and history. GameTime i yworld.com/orlando 6805 Visitors Cir., Orlando, 407-903-1150. Seniors, teens, and children have thrilled to the unique sensation of being airborne! Museum of Dinosaurs and Ancient Cultures museumofdinosaurs.org 250 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy., Cocoa Beach, 321-83-7300. Dinosaur skeletons and life-size sculptures below and Ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Mesoamerican above. Indian River Citrus Museum veroheritage.org 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach, 772-770-2263. Provides a glimpse into the past of Vero Beach. Museum of Fine Arts Jungle Adventures -A Real Florida Animal Park gametimeplayers.com Daytona 386-944-5495, Ocoee 407-505-4600, Tampa 813-241-9675. Mega arcade, restaurant, sports bar, parties and more! See ad on page 93. Reader Response 41 mfastpete.org 255 Beach Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg, 727-896-2667. The MFA celebrates over 50 years of connecting the community through art in downtown St. Petersburg. jungleadventures.com 26205 E. Hwy. 50, Christmas, 407-568-2885. Throughout our park guests experience live guided wildlife encounters with rare Florida wildlife. Museum of Military History Gasparilla Music Festival Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex museumofmilitaryhistory.com 5210 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee, 407-507-3894. Provides educational exhibits starting with the Civil War and leading up to today’s military history. gasparillamusic.com 600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa, 823-708-8423. Tampa Bay’s diverse music scene, highlighting local emerging acts and nationally recognized headliners. kennedyspacecenter.com S.R. 405, Titusville, 866-467-0878. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where rockets launch and inspirational journeys begin. d I National Navy SEAL Museum and Memorial navysealmuseum.org 3300 N. Hwy. A1A, Ft. Pierce, 772-595-5845. The only museum in the world dedicated solely to the elite warriors of Naval Special Warfare! 98 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com
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