10 Things to Do in Kissimmee
What is Kissimmee Most Famous For?
Kissimmee is a city on the shore of Lake Toho in Osceola County, central Florida. Though often overshadowed by Orlando, Kissimmee has plenty to offer. There’s fishing as well as other water-based activities to enjoy around the lake, plus historical attractions like the Monument of States and cool places to shop.
You’re also close enough to Orlando if you want to check out its wealth of theme parks. This is Florida, so the weather is warm and pleasant just about the whole year, though visiting in winter will bag you less rain and humidity.
1. Kissimmee Lakefront Park
A view of the area’s watery heart
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Fotos, Opciones económicas
The enormous Lake Tohopekaliga fringes the city of Kissimmee, with the Kissimmee Lakefront Park as an expansive, attractive spot from which to watch the area wake up in the morning.
There’s plenty to see and do by the lake, whether you head out on a jogging or biking trail, or simply find a peaceful spot to sit and indulge in some people watching. Later in the day, you can find deckchairs from which to soak up some rays, together with barbecues and picnic areas where you can have a feast with the family.
Ubicación: 201 Lakeview Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
Horario: Daily from 7 am to 10 pm
Teléfono: +1 407-518-2501
Kissimmee Lakefront Park
2. Lake Kissimmee
Go bass fishing with some local help to up your game
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Aventura
Lake Toho is known for its vast stocks of fish, particularly seabass, but it’s just one of several bodies of water in the area that are prime spots for rewarding fishing adventures.
By taking a trip out onto the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes with a local guide from tours like Fish Orlando, you’ll discover the best locations for securing an abundant catch. You’ll also get to pick up the tricks of the trade when it comes to successful bass fishing, and of course, take in the area’s beautiful marine scenery.
Ubicación: 201 Lakeview Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34787, USA
Teléfono: +1 321-689-1941
Lake Kissimmee
3. Stallion 51
The pilot’s seat is waiting
Categoría: Fotos, Lujo, Aventura
If simply flying in an authentically vintage airplane isn’t enough for the most hardcore of aviation geeks, then Stallion 51 at Kissimmee Gateway Airport is the place to head to.
The adventure here doesn’t stop at simply gawking at or even taking a ride in one of the flight school’s aircraft. You can be up front, helping the aircraft to glide through the sky. At Stallion 51, you can take a full-on pilot training course, ride as a passenger, or simply watch and admire the planes passing by.
Ubicación: 3951 Merlin Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
Horario: Monday–Friday from 8 am to 5 pm (Closed Saturday and Sunday)
Teléfono: +1 407-846-7251
Stallion 51
4. Monument of States
Kissimmee’s tribute to rock-solid American resolve
Categoría: Historia, Fotos, Opciones económicas
The Monument of States in Kissimmee’s Lakefront Park dates back to WWII when, in the aftermath of Pearl Harbor, a local doctor procured local rocks and fossils from each of the then 48 US states. Assembled into a tower with each rock labeled according to its origin, the monument was designed to demonstrate national unity.
That sense of unity is certainly conveyed by the fact that the monument, now in the National Register of Historic Places, was assembled entirely by volunteers. You can see their names etched into the sidewalk alongside it.
Ubicación: 300 E Monument Ave, Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
Monument of States
5. Museum of Military History
The inside track on the armed forces life
Categoría: Historia, Fotos
Soldiers of the past and present are honored at Kissimmee’s Museum of Military History. The museum aims at “educating the world about the cost of freedom.” This isn’t a war-glorifying attraction, but rather somewhere seeking to increase awareness of the realities of war and of the experiences of the American armed forces.
The museum’s rotating exhibits depict the various conflicts the US has been involved in over time. There are the likes of military uniforms, old photos, and personal retellings of wartime experiences, as well as tanks, vehicles, and weapons on show.
Ubicación: 5210 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746, USA
Horario: Daily from 10 am to 6 pm
Teléfono: +1 407-507-3894
Museum of Military History
6. Old Town
All the charm of the Florida of the past
Categoría: Familias, Compras, Gastronomía
Kissimmee isn’t short of opportunities for good old-fashioned retail therapy, and some of the city’s best is at the Old Town outdoor mall. This long-running mall is a vintage-style depiction of a classic Florida town, harking back to “when times were a little simpler.”
There are more than 70 boutiques on offer, touting everything from clothing and gifts, souvenirs that you can’t get anywhere else, they say, to pampering spa experiences. When the little ones need entertaining, there are also family-friendly restaurants and theme-park-style rides on hand.
Ubicación: 5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746, USA
Horario: Daily from 11 am to 11 pm
Teléfono: +1 407-396-4888
Old Town
7. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
A trip back to the Middle Ages
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Gastronomía
Thrilling live entertainment dinner experiences await at dinner places in Kissimmee like the Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. With all Kissimmee’s and Orlando’s theme parks, it’s clear the area has a talent for a touch of make-believe.
At Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament you’ll be transported back to the Middle Ages, where actors in full chivalrous armors engage in swordfights or mount horses for jousting bouts. You and family can cheer on your side in battle while you devour a rustic olde-worlde 4-course meal using only your hands. In medieval times, all food is finger food.
Ubicación: 4510 W Vine St, Kissimmee, FL 34746, USA
Teléfono: +1 888-935-6878
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
8. Eleven
The best fireworks view in the house
Categoría: Parejas, Gastronomía, Vida nocturna
Escape to Eleven, an apt name for a restaurant and bar on the 11th floor of the Reunion Resort, is a place to end the night in style. Surely, every trip to Florida needs a touch of glitz, and a getaway to this top spot in Kissimmee is no exception.
The steak is the main attraction here, but those in the know also come to sip sundowners on the rooftop veranda, whether that’s a historic cocktail or one of the bar’s modern interpretations. Stay long enough to be in for a killer view of the nightly fireworks display put on at the Magic Kingdom just next door.
Ubicación: 7593 Gathering Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747, USA
Horario: Tuesday–Saturday from 5 pm to 10 pm, (Closed Monday–Sunday)
Teléfono: +1 844-204-6382
Eleven
9. Main Gate Flea Market
Flea Market in Kissimmee
Categoría: Compras
Main Gate Flea Market is filled with 1000s of unique items for shoppers looking for bargain souvenirs and gifts. You really can shop until you drop at this top flea market in the Orlando area, and the sheer range of items on offer will keep you entertained even if you don’t intend to buy.
The main reason most visitors to Orlando come to shop here is because of the wide range of branded memorabilia from Disney and Universal, available at cheaper prices than you’ll find within the theme parks. Mostrar más
Ubicación: 5407 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746, USA
Horario: Daily from 10am to 6pm
Teléfono: +1 407-390-1015
Main Gate Flea Market
10. Suhls Rodeo
Genuine Rodeo Near Orlando
Categoría: Grupos
The Suhls Rodeo at Kissimmee Sports Arena is known as “The Greatest Show on Dirt”. Cowboys and cowgirls from all over Central Florida participate in several events a month to compete for glory (and quite a lot of money).
Each competition is real and unrehearsed. They host bull riding, barrel racing, bucking broncos, and calf roping. You’ll even see rodeo clowns. The events are a look into the life of a cowboy (or cowgirl) and are today’s link to the heritage of the Wild West. Mostrar más
Ubicación: 1010 Suhls Ln, Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
Teléfono: +1 407-933-0020
Suhls Rodeo
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