Kissimmee

Stay in Kissimmee and there’ll never be a dull moment. Get out there and enjoy its amusements, nature trails, museums, swamp tours and outdoor sports activities. This lakeside city’s proximity to Orlando’s biggest theme parks and its budget-friendly hotel accommodation make it a popular holiday destination with tourists from around the world.

Theme parks are not the only adventures available in Orlando. Surrounded by swamps, famous for their alligator population, take the chance to explore the wilderness on Kissimmee's backdoor. Hike a nature trail near Lake Tohopekaliga and spot the local wildlife. Take a ride through the countryside Visit an exciting city in Central Florida that’s known for its family attractions, natural surroundings, outdoor adventures and classic car shows.

Spend a few days in Kissimmee and enjoy its amusements, museums, swamp tours, nature trails and other outdoor activities. The lakeside city’s proximity to Orlando’s biggest theme parks and its budget-friendly hotel accommodation make it a popular holiday destination.

Theme parks are not the only places for adventure in Orlando. Get out and explore the wilderness on Kissimmee's backdoor. Hike the nature trail near Lake Tohopekaliga and spot local wildlife, or hop on an ATV for a ride through the countryside. Go deep under the waves on a scuba diving trip off the Florida coast or, if you’d rather stay near the surface, kayak around one of the area’s many lakes. Travel to the far reaches of the Florida Everglades by taking an airboat tour or take a hide on a hovercraft.

Historic Kissimmee city centre is a mix of shops, restaurants and attractions. Shop for collectables at Lanier's Historic Downtown Marketplace, a large antique mall. For lunch or dinner, head over to Dakin Avenue, home to some of the city's most popular restaurants and bars. At Lakefront Park, find the Monument of States, a 50-foot (15-meter) tower made from minerals, fossils and pieces of buildings from all over the United States. Come back to the park at dusk on the first Friday of every month for the outdoor cinema.

If you are interested in history, devote some time to Kissimmee's museums. Watch World War II planes being restored at the Kissimmee Air Museum and stroll through Pioneer Village to see authentic buildings from the late 19th century including a citrus packing house.