For these of us who commit far too significantly time on I-4, it can be quick to neglect that the Metropolis Wonderful is, in actuality, very gorgeous. Glimpse outside of the gridlock, skyscrapers and countless concept park parking lots and you happen to be certain to locate wondrous, even awe-inspiring sights and vistas to get your breath away in Orlando. Require a little assistance finding individuals fairly locales? This is our checklist of Orlando’s most lovely spots, sprinkled with our hope that you are going to take a look at them with another person exclusive.
Originally released in 2017, most recent update February 2023 by Dani Meyering
Orlando’s Most Gorgeous Areas
- Leu Gardens
- Winter Park Canals
- Disney fireworks
- Gaylord Palms
- Hillstone Cafe
- Lake Eola Park
- Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
- Lake Baldwin Park
- Wekiva Island
- Lake Lotus Park
- Eden Bar
- Celebration, Florida
- Shingle Creek at Grande Lakes Orlando
Leu Gardens
Arguably one particular of the most under-utilized area gems, Harry P. Leu Gardens is a 50-acre botanical haven just north of downtown Orlando and just a stone’s throw from Audubon Park.
Leu Gardens
Photograph credit score: Instagrammer @csterlingphoto
There are find times you can check out Leu Gardens for no cost, as well as there are loads of totally free Orlando gardens all over town.
The Canals of Winter season Park’s Chain of Lakes
Connecting Lakes Virginia, Osceola and Maitland, these secluded and a bit camouflaged throughways can be traversed by boat, kayak, or Wintertime Park’s Scenic Boat Tour, departing everyday from the conclude of Morse Blvd.
Chain of Lakes canal by Stephanie Patterson
Fireworks over Cinderella Castle
It can be a bucket list scene each Orlando neighborhood demands to practical experience at least the moment. But even if you’ve viewed the colours explode in excess of this legendary Orlando landmark dozens of times, it never, ever will get outdated.
And if the concept park selling prices are prohibitive, then you can easily look at Disney fireworks exterior of the parks.
Cinderella’s Castle
Image credit: Instagrammer @dcambaxp
Gaylord Palms
Within this palatial vacation resort, you’ll discover a 2.5-acre atrium that likens a jungle thanks to its infinite offer of plant daily life.
Caverns and forts, bricked “streets” and waterfalls, rivers with fish, and a tiny lake with turtles and infant gators are just a handful of of the attributes you are going to find across three different worlds dubbed Key West, St. Augustine and the Everglades.
Wander, get a coffee or frozen yogurt, or have supper at Moor or Wreckers, two places to eat with some of the best sights in Orlando.
Gaylord Palms
Hillstone at Sunset
Could there be a extra tranquil place to toast the sunset and kick off a weekend than Hillstone’s deck and patio overlooking Lake Killarney? I’ve nevertheless to uncover it. While, these sunset places are mighty wonderful, far too.
Hillstone restaurant in Winter Park by Kristen Manieri
Lake Eola Park
Take a .9-mile stroll all over Lake Eola, downtown’s central eco-friendly space, and household to the legendary Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain. It can be a good spot to check out any time, but I definitely adore the Sunday farmer’s industry with its 50+ suppliers, are living audio and mimosa bar.
Lake Eola Park by Stephanie Patterson
The Grotto at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Sprawled throughout acres of recreational room for pool lounging, lake paddling, bike pedaling, and golf ball putting, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is a Mecca of relaxation and restoration. But if you might be searching for THE spot to make you really really feel like you have escaped it all, go locate your sweetie in the pool grotto and enable the rest of the globe drift absent for a whilst.
The Grotto at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress by Instagrammer @chelseabelledesigns
Barnie’s Coffee Courtyard
Some of our area’s best coffee and a killer place to appreciate a leisurely breakfast or brunch, Barnie’s also features this picturesque courtyard with a bubbling fountain and shaded tables.
This part of Orlando is definitely stunning and you can have the best afternoon on Park Avenue.
Barnie’s Coffee in Wintertime Park by Instagrammer @laurajcole1
Lake Baldwin Park
A wonderful, shady park that covers 23.16 acres, Lake Baldwin Park justifies a stroll, a jog or a check out with your dog. Go on. Get checking out!
Lake Baldwin by Instagrammer @ExploringOrlando
Wekiva Island
This character hotspot is continue to a person of Central Florida’s ideal-kept tricks. Alternatively than braving the at times major crowds at Wekiwa Springs Condition Park, make a day of it by checking out close by Wekiva Island in its place.
Wekiva Island by Kristen Manieri
Lake Lotus Park
There is certainly so a great deal to enjoy about this out-of-the-way gem but we really like the boardwalk route all over the lake for an simple Sunday hike. Get much more information about Lake Lotus Park in this article.
Lake Lotus Park by Kristen Manieri
Eden Bar
Stop by just before an Enzian movie or all on its personal for meal or just beverages. Either way, day night below the large mossy oaks is a delight at this Maitland gem.
Celebration
Positioned just 15 minutes from the Disney topic parks, Celebration is a charming and quaint town originally designed by Disney as a grasp-planned neighborhood. Now, it is morphed into equivalent sections local residence and tourist place.
When the principal downtown region (a.k.a. Celebration Town Center) is modest, it packs a severe punch with several eating places and shops clustered alongside Industry and Entrance Avenue.
Celebration by Instagrammer @lovecentralfl
Shingle Creek at Grande Lakes Orlando
You can encounter a flavor of aged Florida’s purely natural preserves by using guided canoe or kayak excursions of Shingle Creek, the Headwaters to the Florida Everglades, at Grande Lakes Orlando. Led by a professionally educated Florida Learn Naturalist, company take a look at the background of Shingle Creek and notice the indigenous species these types of as alligators, bald eagles, osprey and barred owls from a harmless length in their organic habitat.
Image credit rating: Grande Lakes Orlando