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Day Trips from Orlando

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Here are some easy day and weekend trips within 2 hours from Orlando!
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East Coast

 
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One of our favorite towns to take a day trip. The history here is incredible and walking around the walled city takes you back! St. Augustine is especially gorgeous during Christmas when the whole town is decorated
St. Augustine
 
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Eau Gallie is the little secret I wish I discovered earlier. If you're in the Melbourne area you have to stop here. Eclectic art galleries, small shops, and they do a cool art walk market every month!
Eau Gallie
 
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Just a quick drive from Orlando, this is where many locals go to the beach. Walk along the boardwalk or catch a wave!
Cocoa Beach
 
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Just 30-45 mins driving from Orlando, the Kennedy Space Center is a MUST DO at least once! Kids and adults will equally be amazed at what we've accomplished through space travel
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex at Cape Canaveral

West Coast

 
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From the state-of-the-art and sustainable St. Pete Pier, to pristine beaches and a super cool downtown with shops and restaurants this is one place you can spend a day or a week!
St. Petersburg
 
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Tampa is a city with so much history and so much to do! Head over to Sparkman Wharf for some food and drinks or water street!
Tampa
 
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This beachside town is not only stunning, but also home to the original Barnum and Bailey's - yes of the circus and you can tour the mansion!
Sarasota

South Florida

 
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Okay before you come at me - yes it's a longer day trip (roughly 3 hours driving - or take the Brightline!) but we've done it multiple times and you can easily stay the night or week. There is SO MUCH to do in Miami
Miami

North + Central Florida

 
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The most picturesque small town that's less than an hour from Orlando! We love taking family and friends visiting from out of state. The main street has great food, drinks, and shops. During Christmastime, the whole village turns into a Hallmark movi...
Mount Dora
 
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Don't sleep on Lakeland! Less than an hour from Orlando and so much to do in their developing downtown area.
Lakeland
 
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Whether driving up for a game at UF, or checking out the Natural History Museum (which is FREE) there is so much to do in Gainesville
Gainesville