Orlando - Non-Theme Park Things to Do
 

A few weeks back there was a post here which listed 10 fun things to do in Orlando that didn't involve theme parks. Can't find it anyomre. Any suggestions?

Two things I like doing when visiting my parents (who live in Central Florida)--Mount Dora, a small town with shops and cafes, nice for strolling around, and Bok Tower, a beautiful nonprofit park and gardens, dedicated to serenity and contemplation--certainly different from the WDW hoopla.

Is Mt Dora the town with lots of antique shops/ Good ones? How far from Orlando?

Yes, that's the one. Go to www.mountdora.com for more info. I'd say it's about a 40 minute drive from Orlando, but it depends on what part of town you're coming from.

Hmmm, non theme park things to do in Orlando. Hmmm.<BR><BR>You could stay in the hotel room and wath pay per view movies.<BR><BR>You could golf.<BR><BR>You could go the library.<BR><BR>You could drive 2 and 1/2 hours to the beach, go swimming and then drive 2 and 1/2 hours back.

Lisa I topped the other thread for you.

The Morse museum on Park Ave. in Winter Park has a wonderful collection of Tiffany glass. Park Ave. itself is nice for a stroll and window shopping...yes....it's more chain stores these days but still a nice afternoon.<BR>Leu Gardens (near downtown) is a closer alternative to Bok Tower. The Regional history center on Central Blvd. is good for a look at life before Disney.

Franklin, It's a place I have to be for a couple of days, not that I want to be. Not everyone is Dazzled by Disney.<BR><BR>

Check today's NYTimes (www.nytimes.com) for the article on Central Florida-Pre Mickey.