Things to do in Gulf Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Higgs Beach showing tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Lady Bird Lake showing a skyscraper, landscape views and cbd
Gulf State Park showing a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
Gulf Coast
Mallory Square featuring general coastal views and a sunset

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1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.

2. Universal Studios Florida

Built specifically as a theme park for the purpose of high-adrenaline entertainment, Universal Studios Florida is also a working films set. The park aims to give visitors an insight into film making through various interactive and entertaining mediums. Rides, adventure shows and interactive adventures are all part of the experience here. Visitors can also shop at a replica version of the Kwik-E-Mart made famous by The Simpsons.
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Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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Universal Studios Florida® featuring rides, street scenes and a city

4. Magic Kingdom® Park

Still one of Orlando’s major attractions, Magic Kingdom® Park was the first of many Florida theme parks. Based on the vision of Walt Disney, the park first opened its doors the world in 1971. Spanning a staggering 43 hectares, this fantasia of magical entertainment never sleeps. Morning, noon and night, the park astounds and entertains anyone who walks into its glistening embrace.
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Magic Kingdom® Theme Park showing rides

5. Orange County Convention Center

With more than 45 acres (18 hectares) of exhibition space, Orange County Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The main exhibition hall covers more than 22 acres (9 hectares) and the ballroom is bigger than a football field.
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Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

What to do in Gulf Coast

Popular places to visit

Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.

Walt Disney World® Resort
Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios Florida

4.5/5(273 reviews)

Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.

Universal Studios Florida
Universal Studios Florida® featuring rides, street scenes and a city

Universal Orlando Resort

4.5/5(166 reviews)

Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.

Universal Orlando Resort
Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port Canaveral and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Cape Canaveral. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its local chocolate shops.

Port Canaveral
Disney Springs™

Disney Springs™

4.5/5(322 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Disney Springs™
Port of Miami

Port of Miami

4/5(148 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Port of Miami
Magic Kingdom® Theme Park showing rides

Magic Kingdom® Park

4.5/5(232 reviews)

Situated in the shady limelight of a magical fairy-tale castle, this world class attraction is most famous for its breath-taking theme parks, offering visitors hours of entertainment.

Magic Kingdom® Park
Port Everglades

Port Everglades

4/5(106 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Port Everglades
Orange County Convention Center

Orange County Convention Center

4/5(24 reviews)

Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.

Orange County Convention Center

Areas of Gulf Coast

South Beach which includes landscape views, swimming and a sandy beach

South Beach

4.5/5(411 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and great live music? A visit to South Beach might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Collins Avenue Shopping Area and Miami Beach Boardwalk.

South Beach
French Quarter featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

French Quarter

4.5/5(151 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

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Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

Rosemary Beach
Downtown Austin showing street scenes and an administrative building

Downtown Austin

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Texas State Capitol, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Downtown Austin
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Downtown Miami

4/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Miami. Check out top attractions like Bayside Marketplace and Brickell City Centre, and jump on the metro at First Street Metromover Station or Knight Center Metromover Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Miami
Discovery Green showing city views, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(25 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Downtown Aquarium – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

Downtown Houston

 

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