Best Day Trips From Orlando

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Orlando has lot to offer that you cannot think of planning a day out of the city. However, there are attractions located outside the city that allows you to dodge the bustling environment without leaving the similar excitement and fun. Book flights to Orlando to enjoy a day trip at the following sites:
 
Legoland Florida
 
Legoland is just 45 minutes away from Orlando. It was opened in October 2011 making it one of the most recent attractions to be developed in the state of Florida. If you are planning a holiday in Orlando with your kids, keeping Legoland in your itinerary is a must. The theme park is apt option for kids between 2 and 12. It has been developed at the site where Cypress Gardens Theme Park was located.

While strolling around, you’d come across several preserved buildings. Ride known as ‘The Beginning’ has a rotating platform from where you can enjoy 360° view of the theme park. Other themed areas and thrilling rides are Dragon Coaster, Merlin’s Challenge, Lost kingdom Adventure and Flying School.
 
Mount Dora Florida

If you want to add some historical attractions to your Orlando holiday, visiting Mount Dora Florida is a must. This small lakeside community is located in the north of the city and can be reached in just 35-40 minutes. If you are interested in history, you would love this small community as it houses structures like John P. Donnelly House and Lakeside Inn that are listed in National Register of Historic Places.
 
To know more about the historical facts, spend time at Antique Boat Museum and Royellou Museum. Besides 19th century architecture, Mount Dora is also famous for its events such as Annual Arts Festival, Antique Boat Show and 4th July Parade. Tourists booking Orlando flights and driving to Mount Dora can satiate their taste buds with sumptuous seafood at Pisces Riding Restaurant.