Don’t
want to spend all your time at a Theme Parks?
Here is
a list of some unique free and inexpensive things to do while in
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Homosassa Springs: Visitors can see
West Indian manatees every day of the year from the park's underwater observatory
in the main spring. The park showcases native Florida wildlife, including
manatees, black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, American alligators,
American crocodiles, and river otters. Manatee programs are offered three times
daily. At the Wildlife Encounter programs, snakes and other native animals are
featured. http://www.floridastateparks.org/homosassasprings/default.cfm
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Lake Eola Park: This downtown
Orlando centerpiece offers 43 acres for exploration and recreation, including
fountains, a walking path, playgrounds, swans to feed and swan shaped paddle
boats and gondolas (for a slight fee.) http://www.cityoforlando.net/fpr/html/Parks/lakeeola.htm
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Harry P. Leu Gardens : Admission is free
on Mondays. Guests can enjoy three miles of walkways, rose gardens, a butterfly
garden, ancient oak trees, and more. http://www.leugardens.org/
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The Museum of Military History : The Museum of Military History
educates, builds awareness and understanding of the American military experience
through interactive, interpretive exhibits for visitors of all ages. http://museumofmilitaryhistory.com/
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Blue Spring State Park : Blue Spring State Park
offers a first magnitude spring on the St. Johns River
with swimming in the summer, manatee viewing in the winter, and traveling by
canoe. http://www.floridastateparks.org/bluespring/
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Central Florida
Botanical Gardens and Zoo: Nestled in lush tropical foliage, the Central Florida
Zoo boasts over 400 animals, Insect Zoo and Reptile House, weekend Elephant
Encounters, the adventures are endless. http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/
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Charles Hosmer Morse
Museum of
American Art : Home to the most
comprehensive collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany. There is also an extensive
American Pottery collection, as well as 19th and 20th century paintings
collection. Admission is free on Fridays. http://www.morsemuseum.org/
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Fort Christmas Historical
Museum & Park: Visit the full size
replica of Fort Christmas , including seven restored
pioneer homes and showing pioneer life from the 1870s through the 1930s. Key
themes are homesteading, cattle, citrus, hunting, fishing and trapping. http://www.nbbd.com/godo/FortChristmas/
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The Town of Celebration : Visit this
Disney-made town where you can admire the gorgeous houses, well-groomed yards
and magic of Disney living. Depending on when you
visit, you may see machine generated snow or falling leaves. http://celebrationtowncenter.com/
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Old Town : On Saturday
nights a free rock-n-roll concert and a parade of 300 vintage cars are offered.
A shopping emporium with 75 specialty stores, 8 restaurants and 18 amusement
rides. http://www.myoldtownusa.com/
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Downtown Disney : Explore the World
of Disney store, which is an experience in and of itself. Also visit the Lego Imagination
Center , where your kids
can enjoy the free Lego building stations and nearby playground. https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/destinations/downtown-disney/
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Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards: Lakeridge Winery
& Vineyards offering free winery tours and wine tasting seven days a week. http://www.lakeridgewinery.com/
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Kelly Park/ Rock Springs; As its name suggests, Rock Springs
bubbles up from a cleft in a rock outcropping and, instead of spreading out
into a pool, becomes a swiftly running stream that quickly slows to a meander.
The activity of choice here, and the major reason for the park’s obvious
popularity, is riding down the stream in an inner tube or on a float.
Admission: $3-$5 per vehicle. http://parks.orangecountyfl.net
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