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Wild Dolphin Exploration Boat Ride and Clearwater Beach Day

Wild Dolphin Exploration Boat Ride and Clearwater Beach Day

$129
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Wild Dolphin Exploration Boat Ride and Clearwater Beach Day
Walt Disney World® Resort Disney After Hours

Walt Disney World® Resort Disney After Hours

$169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walt Disney World® Resort Disney After Hours
Bonanza Golf & Gifts Entry Ticket in Orlando

Bonanza Golf & Gifts Entry Ticket in Orlando

$18
per adult
Bonanza Golf & Gifts Entry Ticket in Orlando
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Polk City must see attractions

1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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2. Universal Studios Florida

Visit Universal Studios Florida to discover cutting-edge attractions based on pop-culture icons, Hollywood blockbuster films and hit television shows. This Orlando theme park will transport you into a highly imaginative world where you can leap through the screen and become the star.
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3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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4. Disney Springs™

For a town that provides all the essentials when you’re not at one of the area’s Disney attractions, visit Florida’s Disney Springs®. Within walking distance of major hotels and resorts are more than 100 shops and 60 dining venues as well as fun attractions. Ride a hot air balloon to view the Disney complex from aloft or travel on Lake Buena Vista and its canals in an Italian water taxi or amphibious car.
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5. Magic Kingdom® Park

The first of the Florida-based theme parks, the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park is still central to most Orlando vacations. Six fantasy lands across 107 acres (43 hectares), morning-through-night entertainment and animatronic Disney characters all help to create an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Magic Kingdom® Theme Park was created from the vision of Walt Disney and opened in 1971.
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6. Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, where Disney magic meets Mother Nature. While watching elephants meandering across the Sahara and tigers stalking through the jungle, you will feel miles away from Orlando. This popular park in the Walt Disney World® Resort family delights visitors young and old.
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7. Orange County Convention Center

With more than 45 acres (18 hectares) of exhibition space, Orange County Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The main exhibition hall covers more than 22 acres (9 hectares) and the ballroom is bigger than a football field.
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Fantasy of Flight

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Fantasy of Flight displays one of the world's largest private collections of vintage aircraft, many restored to flying condition. Explore aviation history through interactive exhibits and see preserved planes from various eras.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Polk City worth visiting?
Known for its fishing and walking trails, finding awesome things to do in Polk City is a cinch. Don't forget to add Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Polk City?
Kick your day off with a visit to Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame and Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail. Then, tour other areas of Polk City for a bite to eat and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Polk City?
Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame is one of the top tourist attractions in Polk City and should be high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Polk City?
Three days is plenty for a quick getaway to Polk City — you'll tick off the main sights and get a good feel for the place. But if you want to really soak it all in, hang around for at least a week or more to check out the nearby areas too.
What are some activities to do in Polk City with kids?
Planning what to do in Polk City with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Polk City for adults?
Adults of all ages will find plenty of things to do in Polk City. Whether you're into the arts, nature or just enjoy visiting new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Polk City?
From visiting parks to strolling around hip neighborhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Polk City. If you're looking for inspiration, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing adventures.