We all know planning a trip of a lifetime to Orlando can be expensive with park tickets and things to do all costing some of your precious dollars. But it doesn’t have to be that way, keep your cheap holiday to Orlando with the kids cheap with plenty of free things to do in Orlando. There’s so many activities in Orlando that are free so we’ve come up with our top things for families and activities kids will love!
Outdoor Movie
Have you ever heard of Winter Park? It is a lovely town located just minutes away from some of Orlando’s famous attractions. Head towards Central Park with a blanket and snacks where you can watch an outdoor movie in the lovely weather. It is a great new experience of watching a film but still enjoying the beautiful Florida weather – better yet it is one of many free things for kids in Orlando. To look at the film schedule, click here.
Old Town
Old Town Kissimmee is a fantastic option if you’re looking for a day out with plenty of free things for kids in Orlando. Head down on a Saturday for Old Town’s weekly car show which one of the most well-known car events is the Saturday Nite Cruise. If you’re not a car enthusiast, how about Wednesday nights where the air will be filled with music from the 50s and the 60s? Don’t forget your dancing shoes if you’re heading down.
Lake Eola Park
Located in Downtown Orlando you can find Lake Eola Park which is another fantastic option of exploring Orlando for free! You can admire the Orlando skyline for free on the sidewalk that lines the lake; it is fantastic for walks and a great way to admire Downtown Orlando. You can enjoy a picnic, feed the swans or if you time it right, catch a free concert at the amphitheatre. With spectacular views of Orlando’s skyline, you will definitely want to bring your camera for this free activity in Orlando.
Disney’s BoardWalk
Enjoy a beautiful quarter-mile walk along the promenade of Disney’s BoardWalk where you will be charmed with its variety of delicious dining, unique shops and exciting nightlife. There are plenty of free things to do in Orlando and here is a good hub to find activities. Along your walk, you will find plenty of opportunity to stop by and enjoy some free live entertainment for the evening. For more information, click here.
LEGO Imagination Center
Another fantastic thing to do in Orlando with kids is check out the LEGO Imagination Center in Disney Springs. Let your kids become builders for a few hours where they can create colourful buildings and structures for whatever they desire. Plus on the first Tuesday of every month, the Lego store offers a free Mini-Model Build where each child gets a free mini-model set (while supplies last) – free souvenirs! To see events at the LEGO Imagination Center, click here.
These are only a few free things to do in Orlando with kids, who says Orlando needs to be expensive? With so many fantastic activities and things to do with kids, Orlando has never seemed so great for your family holiday. What are you waiting for?