The Best Things to Do in Orlando Florida

Walt Disney World consists of four theme parks that you can either pick and choose from or buy a pass to see them all. You should devout a day to see each theme park. There is Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot Center and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Each has rides, attractions, restaurants, souvenir shops, shows and fireworks. Ticket prices vary depending on whether you buy a package deal.

If you visit Orlando, you can't leave without checking out Cirque du Soleil. Children and adults will be fascinated by the acrobatics. There is a lot of music, singing and dancing. Of course, you will still find trapeze artists, clowns and mimes. You can purchase souvenirs and eat circus foods such as hot dogs, soda and popcorn. Shows run from Tuesday through Saturday at 6 p.m. and again at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $88 for adults. For reservations, write or call: Cirque du Soleil; 1478 East Buena Vista Drive; Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830; (407) 939-7600.

One of Orlando's must-sees is the Medieval Times Dinner Theater. You watch knights compete in jousting tournaments or participate in a sword fight. While the live show is performing in front of you, you are served your meal medieval style. Expect to use your hands to eat. You are sure to love all of the costumes and getting your picture taken with one of the knights. Tickets run $42 for adults and $32 for children. To make reservations, call 1-800-544-7646.

One of Orlando's most unique attractions is Gatorland. Gatorland is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, and costs $33 for adults and $15 for children. Gatorland has live shows, and you will even get to watch some alligator wrestling. You can learn about many types of animals from around the world, as well as those that are native to Florida. Gatorland also now has a program called "Critters on the Go" where a trainer walks around the park with some of his animals that you can even touch. For ticket information, contact Gatorland; 14501 South Orange Blossom Trail; Orlando, FL 32837; 1-800-393-5297.

Whether you are a history buff or a fan of the movie "Titanic," you are sure to have a great time at Titanic-Ship of Dreams. This museum has reconstructed rooms from the original ship, actors that portray real passengers that were once aboard the Titanic, more than 200 artifacts from the real Titanic, items used in the making of the movie, and even an underwater replica of the Titanic. Tours of the museum begin at 9 a.m. and continue each hour. Tickets run $20 for adults and $13 for children. For show information and tickets, write or call 777 East Princeton Street; Orlando, FL 32803; 1-407-895-2610.