Moving Guide: Five Things to Love About Orlando, Florida

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For many people, when they first think of Orlando, Florida, they think of theme parks, mainly Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. While these are great places to visit in the area, if you are planning on moving to Orlando, Florida, you may wonder what else the area has to offer. Here are five reasons Orlando is a great place to live.

Universities

Whether you have a teenager who will soon be going to college and wants to live at home to save money, or you are considering returning to school yourself, there are several universities in and around Orlando. The University of Central Florida, located in Orlando, is the second largest university in the United States. The Florida A&M University College of Law is also located in Orlando. Several other colleges and universities have campus locations in or around Orlando as well.

Golfing

If you enjoy golfing, Orlando is a great place to live. There are well over 50 golf courses in Orlando and the surrounding cities. While the majority of the courses are 18 holes, there are several 9-hole courses as well. One popular 18-hole course is at the Bay Hill Club & Lodge, which is owned by Arnold Palmer and which hosts the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

While regular golfing is an enjoyable activity for many adults and older children, smaller children, and some teenagers and adults, might enjoy miniature golf more. Luckily, there are opportunities for that in and around Orlando as well. For example, Hollywood Drive-in Golfgives visitors the fun of miniature golf mixed with a drive-in theater theme. Neon lights even make the miniature golfing experience possible late at night. Pirate’s Cove gives visitors a pirate-themed golfing experience. Other enjoyable miniature golf courses are also available in the area.

Professional Sports

If you are a fan of professional sports, you are in luck. Orlando has several professional teams. For the basketball fan, there are the Orlando Magic, who play their home games at Amway Center. Soccer fans have both a men’s professional team, the Orlando City SC, and a women’s professional team, the Orlando Pride, to watch. While Orlando does not have an NFL team, they do have a professional arena football team, the Orlando Predators as well as a women’s professional football team, the Orlando Anarchy. Several semi-pro and minor league teams also call Orlando home.

Exciting Museums

While there are many museums in Orlando, two stand out as places people want to see for sure when they are in the area. At Ripley’s Believe It or Not, you can do things such as, see shrunken heads, experience crazy illusions, and measure yourself compared to the world’s tallest man. Because there are only a few Madame Tussauds worldwide, you will want to see the one in Orlando. While you may never get to meet your favorite celebrities personally, at Madame Tussauds, you can get photos with wax sculptures of your favorite stars, both living and dead, including Audrey Hepburn, Vin Diesel, Madonna, Jimmy Fallon, and many others.

Theme Parks

While the theme parks are not the only things to do in Orlando, no list of the city would really be complete without a mention of the area theme parks. Walt Disney World is really a combination of several theme parks. The parks include rides, entertainment, food, tours, animals, and other adventures. If you plan to visit the parks regularly, you will likely want to purchase an annual pass. Much like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort is a combination of several parks. You can enjoy a roller coaster ride inspired by one of your favorite movies, ride the Hogwarts Express, enjoy a fun show, and much more.

Of course, there are many other things you can do in Orlando and the surrounding area, including indoor skydiving, indoor kart racing, and The Escape Game. If you need help finding a great moving company for your move to Orlando, contact us.

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17 Comments

  • Alisa

    It is such unfortunate that a city as lively and wonderful as Orlando has to endure a tragic tragedy.
    The heart of the world goes with all the victims and their families, and may Orlando city find the strength and courage through this difficult time.
    Personally I would love to be able to visit The Disney World one day with my son, it would be my bucket list, I guess.

  • Paul K.M.

    My son has been crazy about going to Orlando’s Disney World. I promised him that one day we will go there and have a visit.
    But to move to Orlando would be something that is too much for me, so for the time being this option is not in my horizon.
    Thank you for providing the information though, now I know now other attractions of Orlando that I’ve never knew before.

  • Lainee M

    Thanks for giving me ideas on what to consider when moving out! Florida is just great! I hope to visit one day.

  • Mara Fab

    I’d definitely want to go to as many theme parks as I could in Orlando, but I’m also interested in the museums. The Pirate’s Cove golf course also sounds like a lot of fun!

  • Elle Mars

    I heard about the Ripley’s museum when I was young and have always wanted to see it. Great article. It covers a lot of what Orlando’s popular for. I wonder if you could give any info on the Orlando arts scene? 🙂

  • Yuen Ling Elaine Au Yeung

    “For many people, when they first think of Orlando, Florida, they think of theme parks, mainly Walt Disney World and Universal Studios” I agreed so. It let me remember the youth stories, our families gone to Walt Disney World for a warm vacation. It is so fun.

  • Nika Ramos

    This is very helpful! I am still looking out for the disney world and other theme parks. It has good universities too, though I may not be into golfing, But I am into galleries and museum. I wonder the weather though. But this article is very helpful!

  • Yani Wee

    Orlando, Florinda seems to be a very ideal place to consider when finding a new home. It offers a diversity of recreational activities for all people of regardless of age, interest, and career.

  • Von Guevarra

    I would want to mark Orlando in my map as one of the to-visit places in U.S. This glorious city is sure a perfect place to settle at while growing a family. I, personally, would always be a common goer at the theme parks and museums!

  • Amy

    Yes, I agree, Orlando is such a beautiful place to live. I moved here last year and enjoy every little bit of Orlando.

  • Nicole

    My husband got accepted in U. of Central Florida for graduate studies, we are looking forward to move to Orlando. I think it will be a great place for our kids, too.

  • Ruchi Gupta

    Orlando is such a lovely place to live. Museum and theme parks are just fabulous to visit. Will delifinitely visit once in this life.

  • Alba M

    Who wouldn’t love Florida? Aside from Disney World, I would love to visit the museums there. The most famous Ripley’s Believe it or not is for people like me who enjoys science and discovering unbelievable facts!

  • Jina S.

    Trust me I really love the Ripley’s museum. I took my kids there and they were amazed! Of course the kids didn’t wanna miss the Disney World too but I recommend you wear them colourful clothes so that you can spot them among the crowd.

  • Joyce A

    If I were to visit Orlando, I wouldn’t set foot in a single theme park. No Disney, no Universal, no SeaWorld. Thank you for this site! I’m finding Orlando’s got a lot more to offer than just Mickey.

  • Christina Anderson

    Wow! Florida is such an amazing place to live in. Whenever I thought of Florida all that pops into my mind is Mickey and everything about Disney. This is not just a good place for little kids but also a starting family.

  • Carl Velasquez

    Florida is not just one of the best place on earth to live in, it also a great place to spend your vacation. Heard the view is astonishing.

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