Things to do in Daytona Beach

More interactive than a museum, more inspirational than a science center, and more authentic and educational than a theme park, NASA's Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers a full-day experience of thrilling simulators, breathtaking attractions, behind-the-scenes tours, interactive exhibits, larger-than-life 3D space films, rocket launch viewing opportunities, and more. Located on Merritt Island, Florida, it offers an immersive journey into the technological marvels of space exploration that aspiring astronauts and space enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy.

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers the chance to come face-to-face with the wildest animals from around the world in just a few hours! Journey through the zoo and observe cats on the prowl, watch playful monkeys, hear beautiful birds, and see many endangered species. Make sure you check out everything the zoo has to offer, including the Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground, Barnyard Buddies Children’s Zoo, an Insect Zoo, a Herpetarium, and much more. It's fun for the entire family! If you're driving, there's even free parking.

Meet the marine life at one of America's most popular aquatic theme parks

Visit the World Showcase and ride Spaceship Earth

Experience a theme park built around some of your favorite films in Orlando

Ride the safari and visit the Tree of Life

Gatorland is a wildlife park and animal-rescue center in Florida, US. Dubbed the Alligator Capital of the World, Gatorland is home to thousands of alligators and crocodiles. Featuring various animal encounter experiences, live shows, zip lines over alligator swamps, and more, Gatorland allows visitors to come face to face with some of the most fearsome reptiles on the planet, in a safe, educational environment.

The Orlando chapter of the internationally renowned wax attraction Madame Tussauds is home to an amazing cast of lifelike wax figures, from the glitzy world of Hollywood, the music industry, politics, sport, history, and even comic books!

Enjoy beloved characters and dazzling nighttime shows

Watch a live basketball game and visit the sports memorabilia shop

SEA LIFE Orlando is an aquarium located in Orlando, Florida. A family-friendly attraction, it houses a large number of fish and other ocean creatures. Visitors can experience Florida's only 360° tunnel, as well as unique dive and feeding shows. Aquarium talks and feeding times: Stingray Cove: Feeding daily at 11:00 and 14:00, talk daily at 16:00 Indian Ocean Show: Meet the divers and watch a feeding at 14:30 and 17:30 (no 17:30 dive on Mondays and Fridays) Shark Ship Wreck Show: Meet the divers daily at 11:30 and 15:30, educational talk daily at 17:00 and 18:00, Octopus enrichment daily at 13:45 Pacific Ocean Show: Meet the divers and see a feeding daily at 12:30 and 16:30 Indian Ocean: Educational talk daily at 12:00 and 13:00, seahorse feeding daily at 15:00 Atlantic Ocean Dive Show: Meet the divers daily at 11:30 and 15:30

Hop onboard to explore more of Orlando

Enjoy a day up close with dolphins, penguins, and more!

Discover an unlimited fun destination for all in Orlando

Explore the wonders of the everglades with a day trip from Orlando!

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is part of an entertainment center featuring the latest in electric go-karting, an arcade, laser quest and other activities. It is located in Orlando, Florida.

Going for a leisurely spin on The Orlando Eye is a must when you're in Orlando. Whether morning, noon, or night, there are few experiences in Florida to match the thrill of seeing it all from 400 feet off the ground. The Orlando Eye isn't your average Ferris Wheel – try it yourself!

View an ancient alligator in Orlando