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Home/Destinations/Orlando/Orlando beyond the parks
Beyond parks · Orlando itinerary

Orlando Beyond the Parks: A Different Itinerary

There’s more to Orlando than theme parks. This itinerary covers the Space Center, wild Florida and the coast — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Kennedy Space Center
  2. 2Everglades airboat
  3. 3Manatee kayak
  4. 4Beach day trip

Kennedy Space Center

A day of rockets and space history.

Wild Florida

Airboats, gators and manatee kayaks.

Beach day

Cocoa Beach or Clearwater sands.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Orlando — prices per person.

Kennedy Space Center from Port Canaveral & return to Cruise Ship
Cape Canaveral
Kennedy Space Center from Port Canaveral & return to Cruise Ship
5.0(16)·1–8 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Miami: 60 Minute Private Everglades Airboat Ride
Miami
Miami: 60 Minute Private Everglades Airboat Ride
5.0(167)·1 hour
from$135/ person
via Viator
Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer
Crystal River
Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer
5.0(632)·3 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Orlando Airport MCO to Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral Hotels
Orlando
Orlando Airport MCO to Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral Hotels
4.9(129)·50 min
from$165/ person
via Viator
Private 1.5-Hour Airboat Tour of Miami Everglades
Florida
Private 1.5-Hour Airboat Tour of Miami Everglades
5.0(118)·1h 30min
from$182/ person
via Viator
Clear Kayaking Eco Adventure Tour in Marianna
Destin
Clear Kayaking Eco Adventure Tour in Marianna
5.0(579)·2h–2h 30min
from$75/ person
via Viator
Kennedy Space Center with Transport from Orlando and Kissimmee
−10%
Orlando
Kennedy Space Center with Transport from Orlando and Kissimmee
4.9(1,538)·11 hours
from$80$89/ person
via Viator
1.5 Hr Guided Private Everglades Airboat Tour, Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale
1.5 Hr Guided Private Everglades Airboat Tour, Fort Lauderdale
5.0(175)·1h 30min
from$148/ person
via Viator

Orlando beyond the parks — FAQ

What is there to do in Orlando besides theme parks?
Beyond the parks, visit the Kennedy Space Center, take an Everglades airboat ride, kayak with manatees at the springs, and day-trip to the beaches.
Is Orlando worth visiting without going to the parks?
Yes — the Kennedy Space Center, wild Florida airboats and springs, dinner shows and nearby beaches make a great trip even without the theme parks.
Where can you see wildlife near Orlando?
Airboat tours reveal wild alligators and birds, while clear-kayak tours at Silver Springs offer manatees, turtles and monkeys.

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Theme Park TicketsKennedy Space CenterEverglades & AirboatsDinner ShowsKayaking & Nature