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Orlando, as our name suggests, is all about the
attractions. There are some days though, especially
after back to back visits to the theme parks, when
something a little more gentile is required. Orlando
is not a complete cultural wilderness, but you do
have to look a little harder to find the 'artsier'
side of town. Some of the smaller museums and galleries
are excellent and provide some welcome respite from
the crowds.
The same goes for
some of our parks and gardens - they don't slap
visitors in the face with huge 3D billboards, but
if you take the time to track them down you will
see a completely different side of 'The City Beautiful'
and Central Florida.
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Morse
Museum Of American Art
A permanent Tiffany collection featuring an impressive
array of Tiffany glass, an exhibit on the Tiffany
home, and American paintings from the 19th century.
Call for tour information.
445 North Park Ave
Winter Park, FL
(407) 645-5311 |
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Orlando Museum
Of Art
Ongoing exhibitions of American portraits and landscapes,
American impressionist works, and art of the ancient
Americas. Call for upcoming events and details of
featured collections.
2416 Mills Ave
Orlando, FL
(407) 896-4231 |
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Cornell Fine
Arts Museum
Situated on the campus of Rollins College, this free
museum features significant loans, recent acquisitions,
and items from the Cornell's renowned permanent collection.
Call for details of current exhibits.
Rollins College
Winter Park, FL
(407) 646-2526 |
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Central Florida
Zoo
Central Florida's zoological park features exotic
animals, native species, educational elephant demonstrations,
and weekend animal feeding. Exhibits include Lizards
of the Islands and Armur Leopards. A popular choice
for birthday parties. Call for detailed directions.
3755 US Highway 17-92
Sanford, FL
(407) 323-4450 |
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Leu Gardens
An inner city oasis covering 50 acres, the gardens
feature colorful annuals, palms, an orchid house,
a floral clock and a butterfly garden. Call for details
of seasonal events and musical offerings.
1920 North Forest Ave
Orlando, FL
(407) 246-2620 |
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Blue Spring
State Park
The winter home of large numbers of Florida Manatees
that come upstream from the St. Johns River to bask
in the warm 72 degree waters of the springs. Canoeing,
swimming and fishing are popular. Canoe rentals available.
2100 West French Ave
Orange City, FL
(904) 775-3663 |
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Wekiwa Springs
State Park
The park comprises around 700 acres of wild Florida.
The springs pump out 42 million gallons of crystal
clear water a day. Popular activities are canoeing,
swimming, picnicking and fishing. Canoe rental available.
Call for more information.
Wekiwa Springs Rd
Apopka, FL US
(407) 884-2008 |
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