What to do in Winter Park, FL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Winter Park Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Winter Park has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Winter Park, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Winter Park with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Winter Park

Winter Park is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Winter Park, and make it a breeze to explore Winter Park and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Winter Park to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Winter Park, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Winter Park.

Winter Park attractions

Winter Park has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Winter Park to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Winter Park.

Looking for things to do in Winter Park can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Winter Park or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Winter Park attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

Things to do

Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

£20
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Aquatica Orlando

Aquatica Orlando

£43
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Aquatica Orlando
"Drawn to Life" presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

£62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
WonderWorks All Access After Dark

WonderWorks All Access After Dark

£20
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
WonderWorks All Access After Dark
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1. Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum

In a love story involving a Central Florida community, an admired structure was saved from the wrecking ball and subsequently became Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum. The building had to be moved from its original location to one nearby in Winter Park to make way for development and has since become a focal point for cultural events. Stop at this spacious yet intimate structure that has been dubbed Winter Park’s Community Parlor.
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2. Kraft Azalea Gardens

Couples getting married, those thinking about marriage and others already wed flock to Kraft Azalea Garden in the Central Florida city of Winter Park. Visit this relaxing area with a loved one or by yourself for a peaceful interlude during a busy day. The classic white columns of the garden’s arcade provide an idyllic setting next to the lake for professional and amateur photographers to capture special moments.
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3. Morse Museum of American Art

In homes and museums you may have seen reproductions of items designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany; at the Morse Museum of American Art in Central Florida’s Winter Park you can see the real thing. View works created by the American artist and designer whose mission throughout his life, which spanned the 19th and 20th centuries, was “the pursuit of beauty.”
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4. Winter Park History Museum

Winter Park Historical Museum chronicles the development of the city since its beginning in 1881. According to local history, Loring Chase from the cold and windy city of Chicago was advised to be in a warmer climate to improve his health. When the businessman arrived in this Florida area he found not much more than a few weathered houses and rail tracks, but he saw potential. Discover how the city of Winter Park evolved, earning a reputation of being an art and literary center. The area’s early history has strongly influenced its presence today.
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5. Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens

Admire the work of Czech-born American sculptor Albin Polasek at the Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Garden. The cultural attraction is housed inside the artist's former retirement home and contains more than 200 pieces of his work.
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Recommended things to do in Winter Park

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What to do in Winter Park

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Full Sail University

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Full Sail University offers cutting-edge facilities for entertainment media and emerging technologies. Tour the professional recording studios and Hollywood-style backlot where students master creative industry skills.
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Where to stay in Winter Park

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Hannibal Square

While visiting Hannibal Square, you might make a stop by sights like Winter Park History Museum and Winter Park Community Center.

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Park Avenue District

If you're spending some time in Park Avenue District, Morse Museum of American Art and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Baldwin Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Baldwin Park and surrounding area, you can visit East Orlando Shopping Center and Lake Virginia.

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Goldenrod

The live music and art galleries are a few reasons travellers visit Goldenrod. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Red Bug Lake Park and Winter Park Village are a few top sights nearby.

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College Quarter

Though College Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum and Winter Park History Museum.

 

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Day trip destinations from Winter Park

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Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Park worth visiting?
Providing a blend of markets and golfing, there are many things to do in Winter Park. When you're here, head to Orlando Science Centre, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Winter Park?
After you've visited top attractions like Orlando Science Centre and Church Street Station, spend some time discovering Winter Park's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Winter Park?
You can't leave without exploring Orlando Science Centre, rated the top tourist attraction in Winter Park.
Is three days enough to stay in Winter Park?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off popular city highlights, including Orlando Science Centre, Orlando Museum of Art and Church Street Station. The average stay in Winter Park is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your trip, Orlando isn't far away.
Is Winter Park a walkable city?
Some top attractions in Winter Park, including Orlando Science Centre and Orlando Museum of Art, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 5 kms (3 miles) from the city centre of Winter Park is North Orange and Baldwin Park is 3 kms (2 miles) away.
What are some activities to do in Winter Park with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all of your group, take a look at these great ideas for what to do in Winter Park with kids.

What to do in Winter Park for adults?
Orange Avenue and Addition Financial Arena are just two of the things to do in Winter Park. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Winter Park?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Winter Park. If you're stuck for ideas, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Church Street Station is a top spot for anyone looking to save on their sightseeing adventures.