ATTRACTIONS At Gatorland , your little reptile lovers meet thousands of ‘gators, crocodiles, and rare white alligators (six of just 12 in the world). Park must-dos include the new Stompin’ Gator Off -Road Adventure , a ride through gator-filled swamps and a real ‘gator graveyard, plus the top-rated zipline and signature shows like Rookie Wrestling . Any of the kids great with a putter? If so, head to the Mighty Jungle Golf at Formosa Gardens . Not your average mini-golf course, this attraction has two, newly renovated 18-hole layouts: Bwindi (jungle-themed) and Serengeti (desert-themed), with waterfalls, caves, and animal statues. American Girl ® Orlando in the Florida Mall is more than just a store (although what a store it is—15,000-square feet of dolls, doll apparel, accessories, books, and “Dress Like Your Doll” clothes). Here, your girls dine with their girls at the Bistro featuring special seats and miniature place settings, and learn how to style doll hair at the salon. Kids can impress their classmates by sharing selfies with Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift , Ryan Gosling, Neil Armstrong, and the dozens of other entertainment, sports, and historical legends they’ll meet at Madame Tussauds Orlando . You’ll find out how these amazingly lifelike wax figures are made, and learn the history of the museum and Madame Tussaud. At the Crayola Experience , your budding Van Goghs can watch crayons being made and bring artwork to life with state-of-the-art technology. Twenty-six hands-on activities translate to souvenirs like melted wax masterpieces, plus crayons your kids both name and wrap. In the new Adventure Lab, they’ll use a magic tablet to solve colorful challenges and puzzles. WonderWorks The Coca-Cola Orlando Eye Crayola Experienc e Board The Coca-Cola Orlando Eye , a massive, 400-foot observation wheel with air-conditioned glass capsules, for a 360-degree view unlike any other in central Florida. Kids can see their favorite theme parks and attractions, plus the sunset and fireworks at night. The Coca-Cola Orlando Eye , Madame Tussauds Orlando , and SEA LIFE Center Orlando are all part of the I-Drive 360 entertainment and dining complex. One glimpse of the upside-down WonderWorks and your mini mad scientists will beg to go in. Its 100-plus hands-on exhibits—like the astronaut gyroscope and 3D roller coaster they design and ride—entertain and inform. There’s glow-in-the-dark laser tag, a ropes course, and a magic/comedy dinner show, too. Read more about local attractions here: ExperienceKissimmee.com/attractions ExperienceKissimmee.com 33
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