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Orlando Attractions Near Grande Vista

Timeshare resale owners at Marriott’s Grande Vista will be able to experience many nearby Orlando attractions. Enjoy not only fine accommodations and resort amenities, but also endless possibilities for fun. Spend family time at the Walt Disney World theme parks or SeaWorld. You can even take a day trip to the Florida coast for fun on the beach. Orlando is also home to fantastic shopping locales and exciting nightlife venues. GrandeVistaOrlando.com is an independently owned site, and buying a timeshare resale at Marriott’s Grande Vista resort is the perfect starting point for memorable Orlando vacations.

Orlando Family Attractions

From Walt Disney World to Universal Orlando, you’ll never run out of fun things to do in Orlando with your family.

Walt Disney World

Approximately 12 miles from Grande Vista resort

Perhaps one of the most famous attractions in Orlando, Walt Disney World is 43 square miles of theme parks, entertainment, restaurants, and more. Walt Disney World includes four separate theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Kids of all ages will enjoy rides, parades, shows, and countless other Disney attractions. There are also the water parks, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, where you can cool down on a hot Florida day. You’ll make wonderful family memories at Walt Disney World theme parks.

Universal Orlando

Approximately 8 miles from Grande Vista resort

Become a part of the movies at Universal Orlando and explore two theme parks—Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Both parks feature amazing rides, shows, movie sets, and attractions. Enjoy Shrek 4-D, Revenge of the Mummy, The Simpsons Ride, Men in Black Alien Attack, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Universal Orlando offers fun and thrills for families with kids of all ages and sizes.

SeaWorld Orlando

Approximately 2.5 miles from Grande Vista resort

One of Florida’s first amusement parks, SeaWorld Orlando provides 200 acres of attractions and animal shows that make it a Florida vacation hotspot. Visitors can enjoy a laser-fireworks-water extravaganza and elaborate thrill rides. Kids will love watching whales, dolphins, and other marine life. SeaWorld also hosts various family-friendly events, like the Bud & BBQ Fest in February.

Orlando Entertainment

If you’re looking for great dining and an exciting nightlife, you’ll find it all in downtown Orlando. Enjoy a meal at Charley’s Steak House, one of the country’s top ten steakhouses, or the Citrus Restaurant, a local favorite. Visit Sixty South Bar & Trattoria or Ybor’s Martini Bar in the evening and share a round of drinks with friends.

International Drive also offers a variety of restaurants and bars, like Cricketers Arms, which features 15 imported beers and four hand-drawn ales. Families can also find kid-friendly nighttime entertainment on International Drive. Check out the Three Musketeers Dinner Show and the Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show at WonderWorks, appropriate for all ages. Pointe Orlando is an entertainment complex also located on International Drive, where you’ll find an IMAX 3-D theater and 21-screen movie complex, outdoor entertainment, and 70 shops.

Disney’s BoardWalk and the Downtown Disney Area both contain superb dining, unique shops, and a buzzing nightlife. At the BoardWalk, you can walk along the water as you play arcade games during the day. In the evening, you’ll come across street performers as you make your way to nighttime hot spots like Jellyrolls and the ESPN Club, where you can catch live radio sports shows.

Another great entertainment area is Universal CityWalk. Enjoy a grown-ups’ night out as you dance, drink, and shop the night away. CityWalk features some of Orlando’s most popular restaurants, clubs, and shops, along with state-of-the-art theaters. Universal CityWalk is the perfect spot for an fun night out.

Nearby Beaches

Go on a beach excursion to one of the area’s famous beaches, where you can sunbathe, enjoy water sports, find entertainment, and more.

Cocoa Beach

Approximately 60 miles from Grande Vista resort

Take a day trip to Cocoa Beach for some fun in the Florida sun. The whole family can hang out at Cocoa Beach Pier, which is home to five restaurants, four bars, gift shops, free live music, and an 800-foot-long fishing pier. You can also take advantage of the pier’s beach rentals, fresh water showers, beach volleyball courts, and some of the best surfing on the east coast.

Daytona Beach

Approximately 70 miles from Grande Vista resort

If you’re looking for a break from the excitement of Orlando, take a day trip to Daytona Beach. “The World’s Most Famous Beach” boasts pristine, white-sand beaches perfect for relaxing and enjoy water sports. You can even visit the Daytona International Speedway, or spend the day on the Daytona Beach Boardwalk & Pier.