
Things to do in Kissimmee
Things to do in Kissimmee: stroll Old Town, take an airboat ride, visit Gatorland, shop outlets, explore Lake Tohopekaliga, and enjoy easy trips to Disney.

Discover the best of Kissimmee
Kissimmee sits beside Lake Tohopekaliga in Osceola County, just south of Orlando, and is one of Central Florida’s best-known bases for exploring the region. Walt Disney World is within easy reach, but there is far more to discover beyond the theme parks, from the waterfront and historic Downtown Kissimmee to Old Town, outdoor adventures and lively entertainment districts.
Spend your days taking an airboat ride through the headwaters of the Everglades, kayaking along Shingle Creek, relaxing beside Lake Toho or enjoying family attractions such as Fun Spot America and Island H2O Water Park. Golf courses, restaurants, hot-air balloon rides and evening entertainment also make Kissimmee well suited to couples and groups as well as families.
The recommendations below cover some of the best things to do in Kissimmee, including family attractions, free activities, outdoor adventures, unusual experiences and places to visit after dark.
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Best Things to Do in Kissimmee
1. Explore Old Town Kissimmee
Location / Neighborhood: West Kissimmee
Best For: Families, couples, classic cars, evening entertainment
Estimated Time Needed: 2 to 4 hours
Cost / Entry: Free to explore, rides and activities extra
Old Town Kissimmee combines retro Florida entertainment with brick-lined streets, restaurants, shops, rides and a packed calendar of live events. Wander beneath the colourful storefronts, take a ride on the Ferris wheel, browse for souvenirs or stay later for live music and one of the district’s famous car cruises. The vintage atmosphere makes it noticeably different from Orlando’s huge modern theme parks, while its compact layout means families and couples can experience plenty without committing an entire day.
Tip: arrive during the afternoon and stay into the evening. You can explore while it is quieter, then see Old Town come alive with neon signs, entertainment and classic cars after dark.

2. Ride the coasters at Fun Spot America
Location / Neighborhood: Next to Old Town Kissimmee
Best For: Families, teenagers, thrill-seekers, go-kart fans
Estimated Time Needed: 3 hours to full day
Cost / Entry: Free to enter, rides require tickets or a pass
Fun Spot America brings roller coasters, thrill rides, children’s attractions and multi-level go-kart tracks together in a smaller, more flexible alternative to Central Florida’s major theme parks. The Kissimmee location sits immediately beside Old Town, so families can easily move between both attractions without getting back in the car. Free general entry also means adults who are not interested in riding can still accompany the group without needing the same type of full-park admission.
Tip: decide how much you actually want to ride before buying. Individual ride options may suit shorter visits, while an unlimited pass makes more sense if you plan to stay for several hours.
3. Spend time at Kissimmee Lakefront Park
Location / Neighborhood: Downtown Kissimmee, Lake Tohopekaliga
Best For: Families, couples, walking, picnics
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Free
Kissimmee Lakefront Park stretches along Lake Tohopekaliga and is one of the best places to slow down between busy attraction days. Paved walking and cycling paths follow the waterfront, while playgrounds, a splash pad, picnic pavilions and a fishing pier give families plenty of reasons to stay. Big Toho Marina also provides access to one of the country’s recognised bass-fishing lakes, while local landmarks include the Kissimmee lighthouse and Monument of States.
Tip: visit early in the morning or towards sunset when temperatures are more comfortable, then continue into nearby Downtown Kissimmee for food.

4. Take an airboat ride through the wetlands
Location / Neighborhood: South of Kissimmee / Everglades headwaters
Best For: Families, couples, nature, outdoor adventure
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid tour
Kissimmee sits close to the northern headwaters of the Everglades, making an airboat ride one of the most distinctive ways to experience the natural landscape surrounding the city. Boats skim across shallow waterways, sawgrass and marshes far removed from the theme-park corridors. Along the way you may spot wading birds, turtles, eagles and wild alligators, although sightings naturally depend on conditions and the movement of wildlife.
Tip: choose a morning or late-afternoon trip for cooler conditions. Treat wildlife sightings as part of the experience rather than something that can ever be guaranteed.

5. Explore Downtown Kissimmee
Location / Neighborhood: Historic Downtown Kissimmee
Best For: Food, local culture, history, relaxed sightseeing
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Free to explore
Downtown Kissimmee gives visitors a look at the city beyond resort communities and attraction corridors. Historic streets lead between independent businesses, local restaurants and reminders of Kissimmee’s cattle and railroad past, creating a more local atmosphere than you will find around the larger entertainment areas. Its biggest advantage is the location: Downtown sits immediately beside Lake Tohopekaliga, so you can combine a stroll through the centre with the lakefront rather than planning two separate outings.
Tip: start Downtown, stop for lunch or coffee, then continue on foot towards Lakefront Park for an easy half-day itinerary.

Things to Do in Kissimmee With Kids
6. Cool off at Island H2O Water Park
Location / Neighborhood: Sunset Walk / West Kissimmee
Best For: Families, teenagers, water slides
Estimated Time Needed: Half day to full day
Cost / Entry: Paid admission
Island H2O offers more than 20 water attractions, ranging from high-speed slides and raft rides to a wave pool, lazy river and gentler areas for younger children. Its location beside the Margaritaville and Sunset Walk area also makes it easy to move from daytime water-park fun into dinner or evening entertainment without travelling across Kissimmee. The park operates seasonally rather than every day throughout the year.
Tip: check the operating calendar before building it into your plans, especially in spring and fall when opening days can be more limited.
- Tackle Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park
Location / Neighborhood: Sinclair Road, Kissimmee
Best For: Older kids, teenagers, active families
Estimated Time Needed: 2 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid activity
Orlando Tree Trek takes visitors high into the pine forest across aerial obstacle courses filled with suspended bridges, swinging challenges, climbing elements and zip lines. Courses become progressively harder, while younger visitors have separate children’s routes built around their size and ability. It is a strong choice for energetic families who want something more physical than rides, shopping or another indoor attraction.
Tip: reserve a morning session during the warmer months. Tackling aerial obstacles is considerably more comfortable before Florida’s midday and afternoon heat builds.
8. Take a boat trip on Lake Tohopekaliga
Location / Neighborhood: Lake Tohopekaliga, Kissimmee
Best For: Families, boating, nature, relaxed outdoor days
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid boat hire or tour
Lake Tohopekaliga, usually known as Lake Toho, gives families a chance to swap Kissimmee’s busy attractions for a few hours on the water. Boat trips explore a huge freshwater lake surrounded by wetlands and natural Florida scenery, with opportunities to spot wading birds and other wildlife along the shoreline. It is a particularly good option when you want an outdoor activity that feels more relaxed than another theme park or adventure attraction.
Tip: choose a morning trip during warmer months for cooler conditions and calmer water, then combine it with a visit to nearby Kissimmee Lakefront Park.

9. Solve an escape room
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee and Celebration area
Best For: Families with older children, teenagers, groups
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid activity
Escape rooms give families with older children and teenagers something interactive to do away from rides and outdoor attractions. Groups work together to solve puzzles, uncover hidden clues and complete a themed challenge before time runs out, with experiences ranging from mysteries to adventure-style storylines. They are particularly useful when summer storms or high temperatures make another afternoon outside less appealing.
Tip: if nobody in the group has played before, choose an easy or intermediate room rather than jumping straight into the hardest challenge.
10. Go ice skating at the Ice Factory
Location / Neighborhood: Partin Settlement Road
Best For: Families, teenagers, rainy or hot days
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid session
Indoor ice skating is an unexpectedly refreshing option during a Florida vacation. The Ice Factory operates real indoor ice rinks used for public skating, lessons and organised sports, giving both beginners and confident skaters somewhere completely different to spend a couple of hours. It works especially well during an especially hot afternoon or when thunderstorms interrupt plans for outdoor attractions.
Tip: check the public-skating timetable before travelling, as lessons, hockey and other organised sessions also use the rink.

11. Watch the action at Medieval Times
Location / Neighborhood: West Kissimmee
Best For: Families, groups, evening entertainment
Estimated Time Needed: Around 2 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid dinner show
Medieval Times combines an evening meal with an arena performance filled with horseback riding, jousting, staged sword fights and competing knights. Guests are placed into cheering sections and encouraged to support their side, making the experience easy for children and larger groups to get involved with. Having dinner included also keeps the evening simple after a quieter day by the pool or sightseeing.
Tip: arrive before the advertised show time so you can settle in and enjoy the pre-show atmosphere rather than rushing directly to your seat.
Free Things to Do in Kissimmee
12. Watch the Old Town Classic Car Cruise
Location / Neighborhood: Old Town Kissimmee
Best For: Car enthusiasts, families, evening entertainment
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Free
Old Town’s Saturday Classic Car Show and Cruise has been running for decades and can bring together hundreds of pre-1985 vehicles, including hot rods, antiques, Mustangs and classic American cars. Visitors can walk between the parked vehicles before the evening cruise begins, turning what might otherwise be a short Old Town visit into a lively free event with plenty to see.
Tip: arrive well before the cruise begins so you can inspect the cars up close before they line up and head through the district.

13. See the Monument of States
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee Lakefront Park
Best For: History, photography, quick sightseeing
Estimated Time Needed: 15 to 30 minutes
Cost / Entry: Free
The Monument of States is one of Kissimmee’s quirkiest local landmarks. Built during the 1940s as a symbol of national unity, the colourful tower incorporates stones, fossils and other materials contributed from across the United States and beyond. Its position within Kissimmee Lakefront Park means it takes very little effort to include while exploring the lake and surrounding waterfront.
Tip: don’t make a separate journey solely for the monument. Add it to a Lakefront Park walk alongside the lighthouse, fishing pier and waterfront paths.

14. Stroll around Celebration Town Center
Location / Neighborhood: Celebration
Best For: Couples, families, walking, shopping
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Free to explore
Celebration offers a slower, more polished contrast to Kissimmee’s busy entertainment districts. Brick-lined streets, landscaped public spaces and the Lake Rianhard waterfront create an easy setting for a relaxed walk, while boutiques, cafés and restaurants give you plenty of reasons to stop along the way. Paths and nature trails extend beyond the centre if you want to see more of the wider community.
Tip: Sunday can be a particularly good day to visit when the local farmers market adds stalls and fresh produce to the town-centre atmosphere.
15. Follow the Kissimmee Loop Trail
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee
Best For: Walking, cycling, exercise
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Free
The Kissimmee Loop Trail gives walkers and cyclists a straightforward way to spend time outdoors without paying for another attraction. Sections of the route link parks, neighborhoods and recreational areas, making it flexible enough for a quick morning walk or a longer cycle. It works particularly well before a day dominated by restaurants, shopping or driving around the wider Orlando area.
Tip: start early during warmer months and choose a manageable section rather than trying to cover a long distance through the midday heat.

16. Explore Shingle Creek Regional Park
Location / Neighborhood: West Kissimmee
Best For: Walking, nature, picnics, cycling
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Free
Shingle Creek Regional Park protects part of the waterway considered the northern headwaters of the Everglades, giving visitors a glimpse of the wetlands and cypress landscapes that once dominated the area. Trails, picnic spaces and historic features create a peaceful alternative to Kissimmee’s entertainment districts, while different park sections provide access to slightly different parts of the creek.
Tip: check which entrance you plan to use before leaving your villa, as Shingle Creek is spread across separate areas with different facilities and access points.
Outdoor and Adventure Things to Do in Kissimmee
17. Kayak along Shingle Creek
Location / Neighborhood: Shingle Creek Regional Park
**Best For: **Couples, families, paddling, nature
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Equipment hire or tour fee
Paddling Shingle Creek gives you a slower and quieter way to experience Central Florida’s waterways than an airboat ride. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards move beneath cypress trees and along calm stretches where birds, turtles and other wildlife may appear along the banks. The sheltered surroundings also make the creek approachable for visitors who have only limited paddling experience.
Tip: choose a morning session when temperatures are cooler and the waterways generally feel quieter, especially during Florida’s humid summer months.

18. Go bass fishing on Lake Tohopekaliga
Location / Neighborhood: Lake Tohopekaliga
Best For: Anglers, families, groups
Estimated Time Needed: 2 hours to full day
Cost / Entry: Free from some shore areas or paid charter
Lake Tohopekaliga, commonly shortened to Lake Toho, is one of Central Florida’s best-known bass-fishing waters and has hosted major competitive tournaments. Visitors can try their luck from accessible shoreline areas or head farther onto the lake with a local guide. A charter can be particularly useful for newcomers by providing equipment, local knowledge and help finding productive areas.
Tip: book an early-morning trip during warmer months for more comfortable conditions and to leave the afternoon available for another activity.
19. Ride through the countryside at Lazy H Ranch
Location / Neighborhood: Lake Tohopekaliga countryside
Best For: Families with older children, couples, local heritage
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid guided ride
Horseback riding at Lazy H Ranch introduces visitors to the cattle-country landscape that shaped Kissimmee long before tourism became its dominant industry. Guided rides travel across open ranchland, beneath mature oak trees and through countryside around Lake Tohopekaliga. The slower pace makes it a good alternative for travellers who want an outdoor experience without the speed of airboats or off-road vehicles.
Tip: confirm age, height and experience requirements when booking, particularly if children or complete beginners will be taking part.

20. Take a sunrise hot-air balloon flight
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee and surrounding Central Florida
Best For: Couples, celebrations, photography
Estimated Time Needed: Around 3 to 4 hours
Cost / Entry: Premium paid experience
A sunrise balloon flight reveals Central Florida’s landscape from a completely different perspective. As the balloon climbs, lakes, wetlands, woodland, communities and resort areas spread out below, with the exact route determined by the morning winds. Flights generally operate shortly after sunrise when atmospheric conditions are best suited to ballooning, making the early start part of the experience.
Tip: schedule this near the beginning of your stay so you have another morning available if weather causes your original flight to be postponed.

21. Go off-roading at Revolution Adventures
Location / Neighborhood: Greater Kissimmee area
Best For: Teenagers, adults, groups, adventure
Estimated Time Needed: 2 to 4 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid activity
Revolution Adventures offers a much muddier side of Central Florida across a large stretch of countryside. Visitors can tackle off-road routes in ATVs and buggies, while unusual amphibious vehicles provide another way to explore the terrain. Additional activities can include archery and other outdoor challenges, making the site particularly appealing to adventurous families, friendship groups and celebration trips.
Tip: wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you genuinely don’t mind getting dirty, especially after Florida rainfall when the tracks can become particularly muddy.
22. Hike at Disney Wilderness Preserve
Location / Neighborhood: South of Kissimmee
Best For: Hiking, birdwatching, nature, photography
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Check current access arrangements
Disney Wilderness Preserve protects thousands of acres of restored Central Florida habitat, including wetlands, pine flatwoods and areas used by native wildlife. Walking through the preserve offers a dramatic contrast to Kissimmee’s highly developed tourism areas, with opportunities for birdwatching, photography and quieter time outdoors. It is particularly worthwhile for visitors interested in seeing what the region looked like before widespread development.
Tip: check current access and trail information before travelling, then bring water, sun protection and insect repellent even for a relatively short walk.

Unique Things to Do in Kissimmee
23. Step back in time at Pioneer Village
Location / Neighborhood: Shingle Creek Regional Park
Best For: History, families, local culture
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Low-cost admission
Pioneer Village explores Osceola County life during the late 19th century through a collection of original historic homes and recreated community buildings. Visitors can see structures such as a schoolhouse, church, general store, train depot and traditional Florida cow camp, helping to explain Kissimmee’s ranching and settlement history before the city became closely associated with Orlando tourism.
Tip: combine the village with Shingle Creek Regional Park so you can mix local history with a walk through the natural landscape in the same outing.
24. Visit the Museum of Military History
Location / Neighborhood: West Kissimmee
Best For: History, adults, older children
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid admission
The Museum of Military History traces American military history from the Civil War through the World Wars and more recent conflicts. Displays bring together uniforms, photographs, equipment, vehicles and personal items connected to service members, providing a more reflective experience than Kissimmee’s entertainment attractions. Its indoor setting also makes it useful when rain or extreme heat changes your original plans.
Tip: keep this one in reserve for a slower or wet-weather afternoon rather than trying to squeeze it into an already packed attraction day.
25. Pick fresh fruit at a local farm
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee and surrounding countryside
Best For: Families, foodies, seasonal experiences
Estimated Time Needed: 1 to 3 hours
Cost / Entry: Varies by farm and produce
U-pick farms around Central Florida provide an easy excuse to leave the attraction corridor and experience the region’s agricultural landscape. Depending on the season, visitors may be able to collect strawberries, blueberries, citrus or flowers, with some farms also offering food stands and additional family activities. Availability changes throughout the year and can be affected by weather and harvest conditions.
Tip: always check the farm’s latest crop update before travelling, as picking seasons can begin or finish earlier than expected.

26. Follow Kissimmee’s Latin Culinary Trail
Location / Neighborhood: Across Kissimmee and Osceola County
Best For: Foodies, couples, groups, local culture
Estimated Time Needed: Half day or several meals
Cost / Entry: Depends on restaurants chosen
Kissimmee’s Latin Culinary Trail showcases the food and stories of Osceola County’s large Hispanic and Latino community. The trail has expanded to around 40 restaurants, cafés, food trucks and bars, with Puerto Rican, Dominican, Venezuelan, Mexican and other cuisines represented. It gives visitors an easy way to experience something rooted in modern Kissimmee rather than another tourism-focused attraction.
Tip: choose two or three stops representing different cuisines instead of treating the whole trail like a checklist to complete in one day.
Things to Do in Kissimmee for Adults
- Play a round of golf
Location / Neighborhood: Kissimmee, Celebration and surrounding resorts
Best For: Golfers, groups, couples
Estimated Time Needed: Half day
Cost / Entry: Paid green fees
Golf courses around Kissimmee range from public layouts such as Celebration Golf Club and Falcon’s Fire to courses within major resort communities. That variety makes it easy to add a morning round without turning the whole vacation into a golf trip. Players can choose between challenging championship-style layouts and more relaxed rounds depending on ability and the rest of the group’s plans.
Tip: choose an early tee time during warmer months to avoid the strongest heat and reduce the risk of afternoon thunderstorms interrupting your round.

28. Take a sunset sternwheeler cruise
Location / Neighborhood: East Lake Tohopekaliga / St. Cloud
Best For: Couples, groups, relaxed evenings
Estimated Time Needed: Around 1.5 to 2 hours
Cost / Entry: Paid cruise
A sternwheeler cruise offers a gentler alternative to Kissimmee’s high-speed airboat experiences. Boats head onto East Lake Tohopekaliga for open-water views, with evening departures adding sunset colours across the lake and shoreline. Depending on conditions, local birdlife and other wildlife may also be visible, making the experience part scenic cruise and part relaxed nature outing.
Tip: choose a sunset sailing for the best atmosphere, but check current departure schedules before travelling because services can vary by season.
Things to Do in Kissimmee at Night
29. Spend an evening at Sunset Walk
Location / Neighborhood: Promenade at Sunset Walk
Best For: Couples, groups, families, dining and nightlife
Estimated Time Needed: 2 to 4 hours
Cost / Entry: Free to explore
Sunset Walk brings restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment together within a pedestrian-friendly district close to Margaritaville Resort. Live music, festivals, special events and sports watch parties regularly add to the atmosphere, while the wide choice of places to eat makes it easy for mixed groups to find something suitable. It is particularly useful when you want a lively evening without another major ticketed attraction.
Tip: check the events calendar before choosing which night to visit, as live entertainment can make one evening considerably busier than another.

30. Experience Old Town after dark
Location / Neighborhood: Old Town Kissimmee
Best For: Families, couples, groups, live entertainment
Estimated Time Needed: 2 to 4 hours
Cost / Entry: Free to explore, rides and activities extra
Old Town takes on a completely different character after sunset, when its neon signs, amusement rides and entertainment venues light up. Depending on the night, visitors can catch live music, karaoke, themed car gatherings or one of the district’s famous cruises before heading for food or drinks. The evening atmosphere makes this worth experiencing even if you have already explored Old Town during daylight.
Tip: Friday and Saturday evenings generally give you the strongest mix of entertainment and automotive events, so check the weekly programme before visiting.
Seasonal Events in Kissimmee
Silver Spurs Rodeo
Kissimmee’s cattle-country roots remain visible at the Silver Spurs Rodeo, where traditional events such as bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding and roping bring major rodeo weekends to Osceola Heritage Park. Multiple events are held across the year, making it worth checking the current calendar if your trip falls outside the peak summer vacation period.
Viva Osceola
Viva Osceola celebrates the area’s Hispanic and Latino communities with live music, dance, food and family entertainment. The festival typically takes place around Kissimmee Lakefront Park, combining cultural performances with one of the city’s most attractive outdoor settings and providing visitors with another way to experience Kissimmee beyond its tourism districts.
Rocktoberfest
Celebration Town Center brings a touch of autumn to Central Florida during Rocktoberfest, with live music, food, family activities and seasonal entertainment around Market Street and the lakefront. Celebration’s signature falling leaves help create a distinctly different atmosphere from the tropical weather outside, making this a popular fall event for visiting families.
Caribbean Fusion Festival
Usually held during spring, Caribbean Fusion Festival celebrates island culture through music, food, performances and community entertainment. The event adds another multicultural element to Kissimmee’s annual calendar and is typically designed as a family-friendly celebration rather than a late-night music festival.
Monumental Fourth of July
Kissimmee Lakefront Park hosts the city’s major Independence Day celebration, with live entertainment, activities for families, food and a fireworks finale beside Lake Tohopekaliga. The waterfront setting makes this one of the biggest annual gatherings in central Kissimmee, so expect road closures and much larger crowds around the Downtown and Lakefront areas.
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Things to Do in Kissimmee with Kids
Kissimmee in Orlando is a haven for families, with activities to keep kids entertained and endless options to delight parents, in equal measure. From exciting theme parks and water attractions to outdoor adventures and interactive experiences, there's something for every age and interest to enjoy together!
Old Town Kissimmee
Step back in time with this retro-themed entertainment district featuring classic car shows, carnival rides, and family-friendly shops. Kids will love the Ferris wheel and arcade games! With so much to see and do in Old Town Kissimmee, this makes the perfect way to begin your exploration of Kissimmee.

Fun Spot America
Just next door to Old Town Kissimmee, this iconic theme park is home to a classic ferris wheel, a choice of family and teen-friendly roller coasters, go-karts including double-seaters, and a host of timeless young kids' rides. Experience timeless fun, without the massive crowds of the larger parks.
Island H2O Water Park
Head to this vibrant, island-themed oasis, packed with thrilling slides, lazy rivers, and splash zones perfect for kids and families. With interactive high-tech rides and plenty of relaxation spots, it’s a must-visit destination for soaking up fun-drenched days in Kissimmee.
Wild Florida Airboats & Gator Park
For a fun nature-filled day out with the kids, discover Florida’s wildlife on a popular airboat tour, before meeting alligators, sloths, and lemurs up close in the adjoining Gator Park - one of Kissimmee and Orlando's best-loved attractions.

Free Things to Do in Kissimmee
With endless cheap and free things to do in Orlando you'll find Kissimmee is no exception! Indeed, you don’t have to spend big to enjoy Kissimmee, so here are some of our top budget-friendly and free things to do in Kissimmee, perfect for all ages.
Kissimmee Waterfront Park
Stroll along the shores of Lake Tohopekaliga ti take a selfie by the lighthouse, enjoy scenic walking trails, a fishing pier, playgrounds, and a splash pad for kids—all free to access! When the food cravings hit, enjoy a scenic picnic under the shade of one of the spacious picnic pavilions, for carefree summertime vibes, that won't cost the earth!
Classic Car Cruise at Old Town
Every weekend, enjoy a free display of classic cars and live music during Old Town’s famous car show, located in the Old Town Entertainment District. Run for nearly 35 years, this popular weekly classic car show and cruise event promises a top time for piston heads! Showcasing classic vehicles manufactured before 1985, expect to spot everything from Mustangs to Classic Corvettes and Fords. The local area also hosts other petrol-fueled events such as its weekly Themed Car Show, Muscle Car Show & Cruise, Exotic Cars & COffee and Import Car Show.

Osceola Arts
Culture vultures will want to check out this free performing arts center and art gallery in Kissimmee. Home to a wide range of affordable musical theater performances, monthly rotating art exhibitions, concerts, adult classes and more, this center celebrates the transformative power of art with gusto!
Unusual Things to Do in Kissimmee
For those seeking something different, Kissimmee has its fair share of quirky and unforgettable experiences - inviting all ages to relish something a little out of the ordinary, away from the parks.
Go Fruit Picking
For a charming countryside activity, visitors can head to local farms for strawberry and fruit picking, a seasonal treat that promises an abundance of fresh fruit and family fun, in the heart of Florida. The best local famrs near to Kissimmee include Southern Hill Farms, Beck Brothers Citrus, Champan's U-Pick Berry Farm, Premium Peach, Mick Farms and Pappy's Patch U-Pick Strawberries.
Shingle Creek Regional Park
Embark on a day out in this urban oasis, with picnic tables and multi-use trails meandering through this Everglades Park, rich in birdlife and wildlife. Kayak through the pristine waterways of its 23-mile creek and take in Kissimmee’s natural landscapes, while learning more about its history. This is a great spot for pet-friendly things to do in Kissimmee too, as dogs are allowed.

Chocolate Kingdom
For a sweet and unusual experience, head to Chocolate Kingdom in Kissimmee, where you can explore a whimsical chocolate museum and factory. Enjoy a unique and immersive tour, create your own custom chocolate bars, and indulge in other delicious treats at this one-of-a-kind Kissimmee attraction.
Things to Do in Kissimmee for Adults
Kissimmee has plenty of attractions tailored to grown-ups, whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation. Aside from its buzzing vintage-style nightlife, Kissimmee promises plenty of memorable daytime distractions.
Golf Courses
Kissimmee is a golfer’s paradise, offering top-rated courses perfect for adults seeking relaxation and recreation. Tee off at Celebration Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course set in the charming Disney town of Celebration, or challenge yourself at Falcon’s Fire Golf Course, known for its premier facilities and upscale dining.
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Searching for that special place to pop the question or celebrate a milesotne birthday or anniversary? This has to be one-not-to-miss! Soar over Central Florida at sunrise, on an unforgettable hot air balloon tour, for memories that last well beyond your check-out day.

Wine & Dine
Explore local eateries like The Wharf at Sunset Walk for a fun, unhurried lunch of craft cocktails and seafood, or savor an afternoon of wine tastings at the local Island Grove Wine Company - for a fun and sophisticated experience with your pals or special someone.
Whether you’re here for family fun, budget-friendly activities, or group-friendly adventures, you'll find the things to do in Kissimmee endless.
Things to Do in Kissimmee at Night
The fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets in Kissimmee. The area boasts a lively nightlife scene perfect for families and adults alike. Kissimmee’s nightlife is great for pals heading out, with bars serving everything from creative cocktails and craft beers to live music, rooftop bars, trendy wine spots, and refreshing signature mocktails.
Dinner Shows
Kissimmee’s dinner shows combine delicious meals with captivating entertainment, making them a hit for families, couples, and groups. From thrilling knightly battles at Medieval Times to swashbuckling adventures at Pirates Dinner Adventure and solving mysteries at Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows, there’s a show to suit every 'taste'!

Sunset Walk
Sunset Walk near Margaritaville is a dynamic and fun-loving entertainment district offering live music, diverse dining options, boutique shopping, and unique experiences. Whether you’re catching a movie, sipping cocktails, or exploring its vibrant nightlife, it’s the perfect spot for an unforgettable evening out in Kissimmee.
Old Town at Night
Old Town lights up in the evenings, with neon signs, live bands, and a fun, vintage atmosphere. From dancing at Sun on the Beach and karaoke on the Main Stage to classic car shows, dining options, and even a ride on the Ferris wheel, Old Town offers something for everyone to enjoy!

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