Discovering Orlando’s Hidden Gems offers visitors who seek something out-of-the-ordinary an off-the-beaten-path adventure. From abandoned runways to unique boutiques selling authentic artisan goods, this vibrant city holds many surprises in store for travelers who venture beyond its regular attractions.
Orlando offers endless summer memories from outdoor adventures to cultural attractions and artistic masterpieces – everything you need for unforgettable summer fun is right here in one place.
The Escape Game Orlando
On International Drive in Orlando is an escape room offering an enjoyable alternative to typical date night activities. Set within a themed room that immerses players into an adventure story, teams must work together to solve puzzles and crack codes to escape before time runs out – an excellent chance to test problem-solving abilities while working better as part of a group.
Each game is highly immersive and features an adventure theme unique to that game – recovering a priceless artwork, discovering gold or breaking out of prison could all be possibilities for teams working together on 60-minute missions! Game guides provide an introduction and answer any queries regarding these missions before beginning them themselves.
Games at Escape Rooms are family-friendly and suitable for people of all ages; however, children under 13 may struggle with some puzzles and challenges. Our rooms are created in-house by dedicated designers and scenic artists to offer an unforgettable experience, perfect for couples, groups of friends or team building events.
An effective team can overcome unexpected challenges that might crop up during their mission and celebrate collective victories along the way. Escape Room Orlando provides an ideal way to develop teamwork skills and strengthen connections within the workplace.
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The East End Market
The East End Market is a two-story food hall and neighborhood market featuring some of Central Florida’s premier food entrepreneurs, makers, and artisans. With retail shops, tasting rooms, office spaces, an incubator kitchen, event space, world-class ramen restaurant & wine/cheese pairing sessions as well as cooking demos demos seasonal dinners nonprofit fundraisers seminars designed specifically to foster entrepreneurial ambitions – The East End Market truly represents Central Florida food lovers!
Audubon Park Garden District – recently honored as a 2016 Great American Main Street – is an idyllic destination that celebrates local food and culture, making it the ideal spot for purchasing special presents for friends and family back home or picking up memorable souvenirs to take back with them.
Orlando had long lacked a public market dedicated to local, artisanal food items – something East End Market finally provided on October 25 in its newly emerging urban core. Established by commercial real estate developer-turned-market-owner Christopher Reisberg as part of his vision to support regional foodies and farmers alike. Reisberg realized his dream with two-story dedication space located within Orlando’s historic Audubon Park Garden District for this culinary movement.
Many vendors in the market are small independent business owners specializing in food and drink. Freehand Goods stands out for its non-typical grilled cheese offerings; every Friday they host a happy hour where guests can pair these non-typical cheeses with cocktails, beer, or non-alcoholic beverages to create the ultimate combo experience!
Coffee and espresso bar Lineage offers another tempting choice, serving specialty beverages made with locally-roasted beans. Customers can stop in at any time of the day to grab a quick cup of joe; there’s usually a long line out the door!
Comparable to Orlando’s larger restaurants, which may only offer limited menu items and seating space, most vendors at the market are small enough for you to order multiple dishes at one time to create a light meal. If you’re craving something sweet try Gideon’s Bakehouse; their gothic themed bakery is well known for their half-pound cookies!
Wekiwa Springs State Park
Summer visitors to Orlando often seek relief by heading for Wekivwa Springs State Park. Here, the preserved piece of paradise that align family with the appropriate vacation package offers a refreshing experience that transports you back in time, recalling Florida as it existed when Timucuan Indians fished and hunted here centuries earlier.
At Wekiwa Springs State Park, the springs themselves are the primary attraction. Offering warm waters that remain at 72 degrees year-round and provide natural relaxation opportunities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking; Wekiwa Springs also provides an opportunity to spot local wildlife such as birds, alligators and manatees!
Outstanding Florida Springs, these springs can be found nestled within a semitropical forest at the base of a northeast-sloping grassy hillside and at its center are two springs that form their headwaters: Wekiva River which then flows on into Rock Springs Run before eventually meeting up with St Johns River.
In the 1800s, mineral water was widely considered an effective medicine and cure for many ailments. Once, springs surrounded by resort, hotel and bathhouses drew thousands of visitors each year from across the nation; today however, only the springs remain and the park remains open to visitors.
Camping, hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and canoeing are among the many activities available at Wekiwa Springs State Park. There are miles of trails which can be explored on foot, bike or horseback; each trail varies in length from less than a mile up to 13.5 miles so visitors can discover wooded areas, swamps, tranquil rivers and springs.
At Wekiwa Springs Campground in Wekiwa Springs National Park’s sandhill habitat are 60 spacious sites equipped with fire pit, grill and picnic table that can comfortably accommodate up to 10 people per site. Camp Cozy and Big Fork primitive campsites in the park also provide visitors with an immersive wilderness experience, providing peaceful seclusion.
Ivanhoe Village
As Orlando’s historic and cultural district, Ivanhoe Village provides an immersive art experience through installations, theater performances, casual to fine dining restaurants, bungalows to colonials with classic Florida appeal and charming community atmosphere. Located north of Downtown Orlando it provides the ideal place for leisurely strolling.
Ivanhoe Village is a Main Street America Accredited Program dedicated to maintaining its character while stimulating economic development and revitalization in Ivanhoe Village. Their staff offers resources and support to local businesses while hosting community meetings and providing educational workshops.
The intern studio was charged with uncovering as much as they could about Ivanhoe Village’s strengths, opportunities and challenges. Interviewing stakeholders such as an representative of Ivanhoe Village Main Street program, local ecologists, park planners, transportation planners and designers and professional park planners helped uncover current and future needs of the neighborhood. From there the team took what they learned and began envisioning opportunities that fit harmoniously within existing character of Ivanhoe Village.
Ivanhoe Village offers quaint sidewalks and an inviting pedestrian-friendly environment, ideal for taking scenic strolls along Lake Ivanhoe or relaxing at Loch Haven Cultural Park. Additionally, those looking for some physical activity will love Ivanhoe Village’s Urban Trail — a three-mile off-street paved path running alongside six lakes through Ivanhoe Village and Loch Haven Park that provides biking, walking or working out opportunities.
Ivanhoe Village boasts an assortment of shops, restaurants and bars sure to meet everyone’s needs. The nostalgia storefronts display unique treasures such as family-owned wine shops, record shops and antique dealers; while Ivanhoe’s impressive dining scene includes everything from iconic greasy spoons to locally owned eateries and bars.
Ivanhoe Village boasts not only restaurants but also several breweries, such as Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company which boasts an IPA, Belgian Witbier, Golden Pilsner and Blonde Ale to satisfy any taste bud. Perfect for beer flights, trivia nights, watch parties or relaxing lunch breaks alike!
