Trevor’s Utopia Guidebook

Trevor
Trevor’s Utopia Guidebook

Amusement Parks (too many to list here :-)

Orlando is the Theme Park Capital of the World. I've listed SOME of my favorites below and a few off the" beaten path." Most require no description from me. (Note - I have not personally visited The Holy Land or Dinosaur World, but thought I would include here as they are quite unique experiences when compared with the others). If you have the time, Discovery Cove was way better than I ever expected it would be. They offer a more personal experience. Reservations highly recommended and worth the higher cost in my opinion.
Heaven for Harry Potter fans! Distance from my location is 21.3 miles.
1423 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Universal Studios Florida
6000 Universal Blvd
1423 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Heaven for Harry Potter fans! Distance from my location is 21.3 miles.
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. Distance from my location is 17.5 miles.
2110 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
SeaWorld Orlando
7007 Sea World Dr
2110 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. Distance from my location is 17.5 miles.
It's a water park. It is the sister park of SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica Orlando. Visitors to the park can interact with a range of marine animals including bottlenose dolphins. Very personalized experience versus masses of people. Distance from my location is 17.7 miles.
205 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Discovery Cove
6000 Discovery Cove Way
205 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It's a water park. It is the sister park of SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica Orlando. Visitors to the park can interact with a range of marine animals including bottlenose dolphins. Very personalized experience versus masses of people. Distance from my location is 17.7 miles.
One of my favorites.... Superheroes. Magical creatures. A school of witchcraft and wizardry. Even dinosaurs. Take a ride, multiple rides. Some will drench you. Some will just mess up your hair. Some will make your head spin. All of them will say: Every island is a new reality. Distance from my location is 21.4 miles.
750 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Universal's Islands of Adventure
6000 Universal Blvd
750 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of my favorites.... Superheroes. Magical creatures. A school of witchcraft and wizardry. Even dinosaurs. Take a ride, multiple rides. Some will drench you. Some will just mess up your hair. Some will make your head spin. All of them will say: Every island is a new reality. Distance from my location is 21.4 miles.
Where dreams come true! Distance from my location is 13.3 miles to the Magic Kingdom entrance.
1355 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Temático Magic Kingdom
1180 Seven Seas Drive
1355 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Where dreams come true! Distance from my location is 13.3 miles to the Magic Kingdom entrance.
"A place to see alligators and crocodiles of all sizes, from babies to the 14-foot monsters that call our Breeding Marsh home. We even have the largest collection of extremely rare white leucistic alligators. But, Gatorland is more than just a gator park! Our free-flight aviary, petting zoo, one-of-a-kind animal shows, thrilling Screamin’ Gator Zip Line and new Stompin’ Gator Off-Road Adventure ensure your day will be chock-full of fun, smiles and special memories!" Shortest distance from my location is 21.5 miles using toll roads.
417 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gatorland
14501 S Orange Blossom Trl
417 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
"A place to see alligators and crocodiles of all sizes, from babies to the 14-foot monsters that call our Breeding Marsh home. We even have the largest collection of extremely rare white leucistic alligators. But, Gatorland is more than just a gator park! Our free-flight aviary, petting zoo, one-of-a-kind animal shows, thrilling Screamin’ Gator Zip Line and new Stompin’ Gator Off-Road Adventure ensure your day will be chock-full of fun, smiles and special memories!" Shortest distance from my location is 21.5 miles using toll roads.
For animal lovers! Distance from my location is 8.9 miles.
1272 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Temático Disney's Animal Kingdom
2901 Osceola Pkwy
1272 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
For animal lovers! Distance from my location is 8.9 miles.
A cheaper mini theme park alternative (to Disney, etc., )with food, shops and rides right next to Fun Spot America. Distance from my location is 11.4 miles.
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Old Town
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
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A cheaper mini theme park alternative (to Disney, etc., )with food, shops and rides right next to Fun Spot America. Distance from my location is 11.4 miles.
Located close by within Polk County. Opposite direction from Orlando. Great for kids. Distance from my location is 31.3 miles.
514 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
LEGOLAND Florida Resort
1 Legoland Way
514 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Located close by within Polk County. Opposite direction from Orlando. Great for kids. Distance from my location is 31.3 miles.
You'll pass this place on the way to Disney. It has a water park called - Island H2O - accessible to the public (that would be people not staying onsite at the resort). Distance from my location is 5.7 miles.
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Margaritaville Resort Orlando
8000 Fins Up Cir
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
You'll pass this place on the way to Disney. It has a water park called - Island H2O - accessible to the public (that would be people not staying onsite at the resort). Distance from my location is 5.7 miles.
The Holy Land Experience is registered as a Christian-based theme park in Orlando, Florida and registered non-profit corporation. HLE conducts weekly church services and bible studies for the general public. HLE’s theme park recreates the architecture and themes of the ancient city of Jerusalem in 1st-century Judea. Distance from my location is 24.2 miles.
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Holy Land Experience
4655 Vineland Rd
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Holy Land Experience is registered as a Christian-based theme park in Orlando, Florida and registered non-profit corporation. HLE conducts weekly church services and bible studies for the general public. HLE’s theme park recreates the architecture and themes of the ancient city of Jerusalem in 1st-century Judea. Distance from my location is 24.2 miles.
I have not been here, but including because it is different and off the popular path. It is one of three around the country. It is located off of I-4 towards Tampa 46 miles from my location.
99 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mundo de los Dinosaurios
5145 Harvey Tew Rd
99 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
I have not been here, but including because it is different and off the popular path. It is one of three around the country. It is located off of I-4 towards Tampa 46 miles from my location.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida. It is 63 miles from my location traveling towards Tampa on I4.
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Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley Dr
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida. It is 63 miles from my location traveling towards Tampa on I4.

Recreation

Fishing is available from the shoreline. The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox squirrel and flighted creatures like bald eagles and osprey. The park is home to 11 distinct natural plant communities and lies within the eastern boundary of the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern and the northern boundary of the Lake Wales Ridge. The park’s three major lakes, Louisa, Hammond and Dixie, transforms idle observers into active participants with canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Bicycling is popular on the park’s seven miles of paved roads over rolling hills and on the 20 miles of unpaved multi-use trails. Distance from my location is 10.2 miles.
149 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Estatal Lake Louisa
7305 US-27
149 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fishing is available from the shoreline. The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox squirrel and flighted creatures like bald eagles and osprey. The park is home to 11 distinct natural plant communities and lies within the eastern boundary of the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern and the northern boundary of the Lake Wales Ridge. The park’s three major lakes, Louisa, Hammond and Dixie, transforms idle observers into active participants with canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Bicycling is popular on the park’s seven miles of paved roads over rolling hills and on the 20 miles of unpaved multi-use trails. Distance from my location is 10.2 miles.
If interested in a trail for safe walking or bike riding, I highly recommend this one about a 15 minute drive from my location. This shop will rent bikes onsite and deliver them too. There are two differing terrains to chose from based on level of difficulty. Go on South Lake-Lake Minneola Scenic Trail for a more hilly, but very scenic experience. Go on the West Orange in the other direction for more flat terrain passing through local towns with restaurants & shops. Distance from my location is 19.9 miles.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades
17914 FL-438
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
If interested in a trail for safe walking or bike riding, I highly recommend this one about a 15 minute drive from my location. This shop will rent bikes onsite and deliver them too. There are two differing terrains to chose from based on level of difficulty. Go on South Lake-Lake Minneola Scenic Trail for a more hilly, but very scenic experience. Go on the West Orange in the other direction for more flat terrain passing through local towns with restaurants & shops. Distance from my location is 19.9 miles.
Serene Kayaking Trail into a beautiful Cypress Forest. The Paddling Center at Shingle Creek is conveniently located inside The Shingle Creek Regional Park. Rentals and tours. Includes kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Distance from my location is 16.7 miles.
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Paddling center
4266 W Vine St
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Serene Kayaking Trail into a beautiful Cypress Forest. The Paddling Center at Shingle Creek is conveniently located inside The Shingle Creek Regional Park. Rentals and tours. Includes kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Distance from my location is 16.7 miles.
I am located in Central Florida. A fairly popular beach on Florida's East Coast not far from the Kennedy Space Center (where the Space Shuttles launched from). It would be a day trip from my location at a distance of 92 miles.
673 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cocoa Beach
673 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
I am located in Central Florida. A fairly popular beach on Florida's East Coast not far from the Kennedy Space Center (where the Space Shuttles launched from). It would be a day trip from my location at a distance of 92 miles.
I am located in Central Florida. Clearwater Beach on Florida's west coast is one of the best beaches in the country. Very popular. It would be a day trip 88 miles from my location. If interested in equally beautiful, but much less crowded, consider nearby to Clearwater Beach: Treasure Island (92 miles) or Madeira Beach (90 miles) both close to each other on Florida's west coast.
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Clearwater Beach
Gulf of Mexico Drive
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I am located in Central Florida. Clearwater Beach on Florida's west coast is one of the best beaches in the country. Very popular. It would be a day trip 88 miles from my location. If interested in equally beautiful, but much less crowded, consider nearby to Clearwater Beach: Treasure Island (92 miles) or Madeira Beach (90 miles) both close to each other on Florida's west coast.
Highest rated outside of Disney. I have not been here yet, but close to me. Good value dominates reviews. Distance from my location is 6.3 miles.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Mighty Jungle Golf Adventure
7792 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Highest rated outside of Disney. I have not been here yet, but close to me. Good value dominates reviews. Distance from my location is 6.3 miles.

Food scene (multiple restaurants & entertainment in 1 place) & Dinner shows.

There are numerous individual restaurants in my vicinity covering all American and ethnic food cuisines if one chooses to remain close to home. That said, I would also like to highlight two locations with multiple choices of restaurants in one place that also have other recreational choices too. See Medieval Times and Arabian Nights for dinner show experiences.
Disney Springs is an assortment of dining, bars, lounges, and shopping. It's basically a dining, shopping, and entertainment venue. Distance from my location is 13.2 miles.
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Disney Springs
1486 Buena Vista Dr
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Disney Springs is an assortment of dining, bars, lounges, and shopping. It's basically a dining, shopping, and entertainment venue. Distance from my location is 13.2 miles.
An assortment of restaurants, some internationally themed, all along International Drive. Also, shopping mall with an excellent IMAX theater. Ferris wheel - The Wheel at ICON Park. Distance from my location is 21.1 miles to the heart of International Drive where IMAX Regal Pointe is located in the shopping mall.
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International Drive
International Drive
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An assortment of restaurants, some internationally themed, all along International Drive. Also, shopping mall with an excellent IMAX theater. Ferris wheel - The Wheel at ICON Park. Distance from my location is 21.1 miles to the heart of International Drive where IMAX Regal Pointe is located in the shopping mall.
Recommended because it is different. Combines dinner with a competitive jousting tournament/entertainment. Went there for my birthday celebration and had a pretty fun time. It is 16 miles from my location.
346 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
4510 W Vine St
346 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Recommended because it is different. Combines dinner with a competitive jousting tournament/entertainment. Went there for my birthday celebration and had a pretty fun time. It is 16 miles from my location.
Located close to Universal Theme Parks. Same parking facility. Movie theaters, restaurants, shops, and concert venues. It's on par with Disney Springs, but Universal's version. Distance from my location is 21.4 miles.
991 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Universal CityWalk
6000 Universal Blvd
991 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Located close to Universal Theme Parks. Same parking facility. Movie theaters, restaurants, shops, and concert venues. It's on par with Disney Springs, but Universal's version. Distance from my location is 21.4 miles.

Shopping outlets

The closest (smallest of 3 recommended) shopping outlets to my location. Shortest distance from my location is 14.3 miles.
254 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
15657 S Apopka Vineland Rd
254 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest (smallest of 3 recommended) shopping outlets to my location. Shortest distance from my location is 14.3 miles.
A shopping outlet near my location that I would characterize as mid-sized when compared to the two others. Shortest distance from my location is 15.3 miles.
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Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
8200 Vineland Ave
1502 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A shopping outlet near my location that I would characterize as mid-sized when compared to the two others. Shortest distance from my location is 15.3 miles.
The largest of 3 outlets I would recommend. Higher end in cost though. Located at the end of the touristy area of International Drive, which I would also highly recommend for sightseeing, amusement and dining. Distance from my location is 22.7 miles.
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Orlando International Premium Outlets
4951 International Dr
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The largest of 3 outlets I would recommend. Higher end in cost though. Located at the end of the touristy area of International Drive, which I would also highly recommend for sightseeing, amusement and dining. Distance from my location is 22.7 miles.
One of the closest shopping malls to my location. Also has an IMAX movie theater. Good for last second shopping items needed before returning home. There are also several shopping opportunities you will pass on the way to Disney or towards Orlando. Distance from my location is 9.3 miles.
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Posner Park
1300 Posner Blvd
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One of the closest shopping malls to my location. Also has an IMAX movie theater. Good for last second shopping items needed before returning home. There are also several shopping opportunities you will pass on the way to Disney or towards Orlando. Distance from my location is 9.3 miles.
Indoor shopping mall. It is a little cheaper alternative to the more expensive Mall at Millenia, also close by. Distance from my location is 23.8 miles.
656 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Florida Mall
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl
656 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Indoor shopping mall. It is a little cheaper alternative to the more expensive Mall at Millenia, also close by. Distance from my location is 23.8 miles.
A higher end indoor shopping mall. Distance from my location is 23.8 miles.
1167 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Mall at Millenia
4200 Conroy Rd
1167 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A higher end indoor shopping mall. Distance from my location is 23.8 miles.

Sightseeing

Travel high in the sky over all of the theme parks in the Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Epcot Center, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Or package deal including SeaWorld. Also a Celebrity tour. Distance from my location is 13.3 miles.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
International Heli-Tours
12651 International Dr
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Travel high in the sky over all of the theme parks in the Walt Disney World Resort, including Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Epcot Center, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Or package deal including SeaWorld. Also a Celebrity tour. Distance from my location is 13.3 miles.
The Boggy Creek Airboat location is 32 miles from my location. Might be easier to navigate to then then one listed below. Another alternative is Marsh Landing Adventures: Orlando Airboat Tours. Distance from my location is 31 miles using toll roads.
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures
2001 E Southport Rd
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Boggy Creek Airboat location is 32 miles from my location. Might be easier to navigate to then then one listed below. Another alternative is Marsh Landing Adventures: Orlando Airboat Tours. Distance from my location is 31 miles using toll roads.
Moves very slowly.
794 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Wheel at ICON Park
8375 International Dr
794 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moves very slowly.
Botanical gardens. Explore the landscaped gardens of Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and one of Florida’s natural habitats on the Pine Ridge Trail. Opposite direction to the Orlando attractions located in Polk County. Distance from my location is 35.3 miles.
224 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd
224 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Botanical gardens. Explore the landscaped gardens of Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and one of Florida’s natural habitats on the Pine Ridge Trail. Opposite direction to the Orlando attractions located in Polk County. Distance from my location is 35.3 miles.
"Orlando Balloon Rides is the largest passenger ride operator in the USA flying thousands of people a year Recently added is America’s Largest Hot Air Balloon. This new balloon towers more than 11 stories high (112 feet tall) and carries 24 passengers. Orlando Balloons Rides is proud of their 100%, unblemished safety record. All the balloons have the latest safety features including partitioned baskets, which the Federal Aviation Administration has deemed the safest way to fly. The ballooning adventure is a three to four-hour experience. After traveling to the chosen launch site, the balloon team will start the inflation process. Once the balloon is ready to fly, all the magic begins! This one hour flight will be filled with varying breathtaking sights over Orlando and the theme park area. During the flight, your pilot will point out spectacular sights of the area from the theme parks and beautiful resorts to the orange groves, forest, and swamps that have been untouched for thousands of years. On landing, a traditional champagne toast is held to celebrate our wonderful adventure. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available." Closest spot from my location is 7 miles. There are multiple locations.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Orlando Balloon Rides
5010 US Highway 27
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
"Orlando Balloon Rides is the largest passenger ride operator in the USA flying thousands of people a year Recently added is America’s Largest Hot Air Balloon. This new balloon towers more than 11 stories high (112 feet tall) and carries 24 passengers. Orlando Balloons Rides is proud of their 100%, unblemished safety record. All the balloons have the latest safety features including partitioned baskets, which the Federal Aviation Administration has deemed the safest way to fly. The ballooning adventure is a three to four-hour experience. After traveling to the chosen launch site, the balloon team will start the inflation process. Once the balloon is ready to fly, all the magic begins! This one hour flight will be filled with varying breathtaking sights over Orlando and the theme park area. During the flight, your pilot will point out spectacular sights of the area from the theme parks and beautiful resorts to the orange groves, forest, and swamps that have been untouched for thousands of years. On landing, a traditional champagne toast is held to celebrate our wonderful adventure. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available." Closest spot from my location is 7 miles. There are multiple locations.

Grocery food shopping / Pharmacy / Convenience Store

This is the closest Publix Supermarket to my location at 2.2 miles.
61 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Publix Super Market at Summer Bay
17445 US-192
61 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is the closest Publix Supermarket to my location at 2.2 miles.
This is the closest Supercenter Walmart to my location at 2.3 miles.
422 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Walmart Supercenter
2855 N Old Lake Wilson Rd
422 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is the closest Supercenter Walmart to my location at 2.3 miles.
This is the closest Aldi to my location at 2.1 miles.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Aldi
9550 US-192
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is the closest Aldi to my location at 2.1 miles.
Closest Hispanic Supermarket to my location at 1.8 miles from my location.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Isla Supermarket
9722 US-192
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Closest Hispanic Supermarket to my location at 1.8 miles from my location.
This is the closest Target to my location at 5.4 miles.
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Target
3200 Rolling Oaks Blvd
186 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is the closest Target to my location at 5.4 miles.
This is the closest Dollar General to my location at 3.1 miles.
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Dollar General
49571 US-27
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is the closest Dollar General to my location at 3.1 miles.
The closest CVS Pharmacy to my location next door to Dollar General 3.2 miles away.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
CVS Pharmacy
3200 Rolling Oaks Blvd
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest CVS Pharmacy to my location next door to Dollar General 3.2 miles away.
Closest Walgreen's to my location 3.5 miles away.
181 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Walgreens
7767 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
181 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Closest Walgreen's to my location 3.5 miles away.
Closest 7-11 to my location 2.9 miles away
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
7-Eleven
30 N Summerlin Ave
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Closest 7-11 to my location 2.9 miles away