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on Orlando, Florida. Do you know that the International Drive area in Orlando is
home to the largest McDonald's in the world? Tt offers a 22 foot tall kids play
area with slides and more than 50 arcade games. The International Drive area in
Orlando has this and a lot more attractions, clubs, restaurants, and shops.
watch this a informative travel guide now for free tips and insights to save you
time and money while visiting the International Drive area in Orlando. One
of the main attractions in the International Drive area in Orlando is
the I -360 complex. It's home to the coca-cola Orlando Eye and the
entertainment complex. There are several ways to get to the I-360 complex. If
you're taking the Linx bus ,take links bus route 8, 24, 37, 38, 42, 50, 58 or 111
We suggest checking on Google Maps or on the links trip planner for exact bus
routes and exits that will fit your needs. Another way to get to I- 360 is
to take the I- ride trolley. I-RideTrolley is an economical transport shuttle
which circulates in the International Drive area in Orlando. Tip one: if you're
going to take the I-Ride Trolley have exact change. Adult fares are currently
two dollars and kids three to nine are a dollar. Take the Green Line and exit at
g8 or on the red line exit at stop 14. If you're driving your own car set your GPS
to 8375 International Drive you. If you're coming over from the Disneyland area take I-4
East and take exit 74 A towards International Drive. Make a right on to
Florida 482 east-west Sand Lake Road then make a right to Universal Boulevard
You'll see the coca-cola eye if you're coming from downtown Orlando take
i-4 West and exit at 75A then merge onto Florida 435 South South Kirkman
Road towards International Drive to your destination. There's free valet and self
parking available in their parking garage. After securing your, car walk to
the elevator or stairs to the bottom level and walk to the main entrance of
the I-360 complex. I-360 complex includes the coca-cola Orlando Eye which is a 400
foot enclosed observation ferris wheel It is the sixth largest ferris wheel in
the world. Tip to make sure to take the eye during the day so that you can see
all of Orlando. Along with the eye in the entertainment complex features Madame
Tussauds Wax Museum, Sea Life Aquarium, skeleton Museum of osteology, a food
court, and the I -360 courtyard featuring a water show set to music and lights in
the outside courtyard. You'll find other attractions like Arcade City, A 70 dark
ride adventure, restaurants like the Shake Shack, shops and bars. Tip 3 visit
the Walgreens located here for souvenirs, snacks, and other needs. A 5-minute drive
south on International Drive from I-360 you'll find WonderWorks. WonderWorks is
located at 9067 International Drive. Tip 3: paid parking is available at the
point Orlando parking garage. If you prefer you can also walk it's about a 20
to 30 minute walk from I-360. You can also take the I ride trolley on the
Green Line exit at G 11 or on the red line exit at 18. You can also take the
links bus routes 42 or 8 and exit at International Drive and Samoan Court
court and then walk to wonder works. Wonder works is hard to miss because it's
upside-down. This 35,000 square foot amusement park has a hundred plus
hands-on activities and exhibits. Tip 4: go up to the basement first and then
work your way down. Yes the basement is on the top floor.
There you'll find indoor ropes courses, laser tag, and the 4d motion
theater. Tip 5: wear closed-toe shoes if you're going on the ropes course.
Another fun place to go is the fun spot America theme park. If you're driving
set your GPS to 5700 fun spot way. Parking is free. You can
also take the I- ride trolley. Take the red line and exit at 1A or take the
links bus 8and exit at International Drive at Funspot way. This
compact theme park has many roller coasters like the freedom flyer which
features a virtual reality experience They also have family-friendly rides
like a carousel , go-kartsc arcadesc and a gator spot where you can see real live
alligators: if you want to see the alligator feeding make sure you get
there by 4:00 p.m. or earlier . Tip 7: most rides and activities are outdoors so
make sure to check the weather before you go. The rides will close if there are
storms coming. Tip 8: I-360 ,WonderWorks, and fun spot offers many ticket options
We suggest purchasing the tickets from smart destinations for incredible
discounts on multi attraction passes most if not all the attractions
mentioned in this video are part of the Go Orlando or Explorer card. Tip 9: the
floor ride sampler is included as a choice on the go Orlando card by smart
destinations. iI you want to ride more rides ask for an upgrade for an
additional fee. They will most likely offer you one when you exchange your
voucher for your card. We have provided a link to smart destinations at hipfig.com
this is a good place to visit after the major theme parks close especially when
they close early in the winter. Fun Spot is open until midnight and don't leave
without snacking on a funnel cake. The whole family could easily share this
delicious fried dough loaded with favorite toppings. Tip 10: if you're
looking for a place for a hotel this is the area since it is close to most
attractions, restaurants, and stores. The International Drive area in Orlando is a
great place if you want to eat, have some fun outside of the theme parks;
and the restaurants are priced reasonably and you get good tasting food
from all over the world. Make sure to add it to your list of places to visit while
you're in Orlando
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