Everyone does Disney, SeaWorld, and Universal, when they go to the Orlando area. This can be very costly, especially for a family.
Fancy a cheap few hours out, then go to Old Town in Kissimmee. You can't miss it. It has the Ferris wheel at the entrance, and that's how we would give directions. ... Read review
This family-friendly hotel offers spacious suite-style accommodations adjacent to the Old ... more
Town Entertainment Complex and within 3 miles (5 km) of Walt Disney World, with convenient access to other attractions.Suites At Old Town feature full kitchens making it easy to eat a quick lunch before exploring one of the area's famous theme parks. Enjoy separate living and sleeping areas, great for entertaining guests or relaxing. The hotel offers complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. Tickets for several area attractions are available for purchase in Old Town's lobby.
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Advantages: Free parking and no entrance fee. Disadvantages: You have to pay for each ride.
Everyone does Disney, SeaWorld, and Universal, when they go to the Orlando area. This can be very costly, especially for a family.
Fancy a cheap few hours out, then go to Old Town in Kissimmee. You can't miss it. It has the Ferris wheel at the entrance, and that's how we would give directions. Not only can you see this on U.S.192 but it now has the 'Sling Shot' too. Two brightly illuminated towers stretching up in the air 365 feet. ... ...will cost you $25 (13 pounds 85 pence). However, just look in any of the coupon books, dozens around in shops, restaurants, etc, and you will get either $5 off or a free T-Shirt . Recently they have put two more scary rides at the front of Old Town to entice people in
If you are into crazy rides of a lifetime there is also 'Skycoaster'. This is advertised as the World's tallest adrenaline pump experience. You literally fly through ... more
Everyone does Disney, SeaWorld, and Universal, when they go to the Orlando area. This can be very costly, especially for a family.
Fancy a cheap few hours out, then go to Old Town in Kissimmee. You can't miss it. It has the Ferris wheel at the entrance, and that's how we would give directions. Not only can you see this on U.S.192 but it now has the 'Sling Shot' too. Two brightly illuminated towers stretching up in the air 365 feet. If you are brave enough to do this ride it will cost you $25 (13 pounds 85 pence). However, just look in any of the coupon books, dozens around in shops, restaurants, etc, and you will get either $5 off or a free T-Shirt . Recently they have put two more scary rides at the front of Old Town to entice people in
If you are into crazy rides of a lifetime there is also 'Skycoaster'. This is advertised as the World's tallest adrenaline pump experience. You literally fly through the air at a speed of up to 85 mph. Len and I watched with horror, I feel we are too old to play games with our lives. Len's grandson, who is a Marine, went on it and it blew him away.
Okay, back to Old Town. You probably think it is a theme park, but that is not so. Yes there are many rides. You pay individually for each one.
Here are some to give you an idea.
Dimension 3 Space Simulator. Dragon Wagon Coaster. Flying Teacups. Bumper Cars. Go-Karts. The Haunted Grimm House. (Be warned that the people working here come out and walk up behind you, and yes they look scary) Merry-Go-Round. Windstorm Roller Coaster. The Ferris Wheel.
In the last couple of years they added the Hollywood Wax Museum and Tower of London Experience.
We got 2 free rides on the Ferris Wheel out of one of the coupon books, and picked up a bunch more. When Len's family arrived from England, I gave them 6 free rides, so they were delighted.
Another neat 'ride' we watched were the kids on the World Trampoline Training Center. Here they had a harness on and were able to bounce much easier. The kids had great fun and it was totally safe.
Across the street from it was the 'Bull'. Just like a rodeo. We watched adults on it and as they got used to it, it speeded up. With the children it was fun, and they make it a ride that was safe for them. You could also purchase a video of the ride. Just be warned if you are from another country, the video might not work.
Shops galore.
From clothing and accessories. I love the leather shop. Even found a leather bra. Well actually it was a top, but no bigger than a bra. They sold beautiful handbags and boots too.
Unique gifts.
I suppose I had better start with 'Union Jack British Goods'. Here you can purchase many of the products I so miss, living here in America. The prices are extremely high, but these products have to be imported. Personally I wouldn't pay the prices. They are even higher than our local 'British' shop. Obviously trying to get tourists from England to spend their dollars.
Other shops.
Black Market Minerals. Electronic Town. EuroPins. Father Time. Homer's Sports Cards. International Space Station. Old Town Magic Shop. Magic Touch Massage Pillows. (Len bought one of these, will have to see if I can review it.) Movie Character Shop. Old Town General Store. Racing World. Santa & Co. and many more.
There are 5 jewelry stores too.
Tired of shopping, how about something to eat or drink.
We looked in on A & W All American Food. A real old fashioned diner, with the soda fountain. Certainly looked fun to eat in, or have a soda or float.
So where did I eat. Went into Burger King right next door to Old Town. They had Whoppers for $2.09 (1 pound 16 pence), but if you phone the free number on the back of the check, you can get a free Whopper of Chicken Sandwich on your next visit. We also got senior coffee or soda (coke/pepsi) at just 49 cents, (27 pence) with free refills. Checkers, which is next to the Ferris Wheel have a coupon, buy 1 champ burger $1.49, (83 pence) get one free. So it doesn't have to cost a fortune to eat while enjoying Old Town.
Also pick up the Old Town Bargain book with $300 in savings. Find this at the ticket booth or The General Store. It gives discounts on almost everything.
Old Town itself.
From Interstate 4 exit 25A. this is U.S.192 and just head east. Go past Water Mania and you will see it on your left. It is 5 miles east of Walt Disney World. It is situated by Marker 9.
Check them out at www.old-town.com Telephone 1.407-396-4888.
Not only will you see the 75 specialty shops. Try some of the 18 exciting rides, go to Kids Town, but check out the street entertainers. We went on our own, then the next day took Len's family from England. We so enjoyed the guy with the 'street mutts'. I just couldn't believe how he could train dogs from shelters and homes, to do tricks. This was free, he did ask for donations at the end of each show. There was also a clown, who made animals from balloons for the kids, he asked for a $1 (55 pence) donation for charity.
Go on a Friday or Saturday night for 'Car Cruise In America'. Everyone turns up with their classic cars. You can walk around and take a look at them. The best part is when they cruise the streets of Old Town. Don't worry if you miss it, they do have several cars there permanently. For the motorcycle lovers check out Thursday night's bike "Nite".
Also check out the live entertainment at the weekends. They have a stage in the centre area of Old Town. We have seen teenage girl bands, country and western, rock'n'roll, and disco.
Final thoughts.
If you want to take a look back at a time long gone, then wonder down to Old Town. These wooden buildings house a lot of things to do. Don't forget to check out the 'General Stores', and pick up a 49 cents bottle of ice cold coke. Yes, that is the price, the only problem, if you drink diet coke like Len, you will pay $1.85 (just over a pound) for it.
For a fun filled afternoon or evening give it a whirl. Friday, Saturday and Sundays are the best. Other times it can be very quite. Open 365 days a year from 10am to 11pm. Buses welcome. Plenty of free parking and free entrance.
Now you have money left to do the Mickey Mouse thing.
Advantages: If you like classic cars its a must see Disadvantages: Can get very busy
Old Town is a great night out. Whenever I'm in Orlando I alway head down to Old Town. Thursday night is bike night there has been has many as 1200 bikes on a Thursday. If its been raining the turn out is not that good.
The Friday night Cruise is for customs, exotics, & special interest vehicles in addition to 1975-1987 cars & trucks! Saturday Night Cruise is at 8:30pm down the main street with classic cars, hot rods, street rods, and antiques cars ... ...There is live 50's & 60's style rock-n-roll music from about 7:00 pm on the Main Stage.
The car parking is FREE and no entry fee. There are plenty of specialist shops and a couple of bars.
Its located on US192 near mile marker 9 Next to Old Town is the home to Skycoaster it's truly amazing! It is the world's tallest Skycoaster standing over 300 feet tall. You will feel all the thrills of skydiving and hang gliding in one action packed ride.
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PHILJOHNS 26.02.2008
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Advantages: near to theme parks, shopping, Disadvantages: none
When i went in april 2004 to the land of dramatic themeparks, and lush wildlife and rich heritage , kissimmee offers endless exitment for tourists and visitors.
The old town an attraction and combining shopping, and dining, with carousel a a giant ferries wheel ride you also can enjoy rental of helicoptor rides and airboat rides. with many hotel that give excellent service and offer free shutle service to the themeparks which are only 10 minutes ... ...You can easily walk down to the old town from your hotel whch depending were you are located you could be next door or only 5 minutes walk away.
The differant types of eating places like the pancake house and sizzlers, and an all you can eat buffet style chinese for 10 dollers open all day every day evry good if you this type off food.
There are also ruby tuesdays which is a very good resturant and very reasonable in price as the ribs are big and ...
superstood29 05.03.2006
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Advantages: good location, good food, easy to get too , eas to get to the parks Disadvantages: none
When i went in 2003 i really felt i was in oan old saloon town with all the old looking rides like the ferries wheel and many more the rides are brill as well as the location as its only 5 to 10 minutes ride to disney so this is a good location to be near the parks.
The old town combines good eating in the old town and great shopping this is were you can enjoy the theme parks during the day and the shops and the nightlife at night were you will ... ...in the old town. As i remember on saturday you can watch over 300 classic cars from the 1972 eara and older this starts at 1.00pm This is were you can go on helicopter rides and airboat rides to see the everglades. There is always free shuttles from one off the hotels so you will be fine to get to all the theme parks during the day and get back. There is even sling shot in the old town were you can see for miles this is a scarey ride were you get ...
bonustools 26.05.2006
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Advantages: great place to go and very differant Disadvantages: none
When we went in june 2005 to the lush wildlife of kissimmee
with the old town of attractions with shopping and dinning as well as discount stores and small supermarkets withits giant ferris wheel ride as well as the helicopter rides and the airboat rides which are on rental With many hotels offering excellent service and offering a free shuttle service to the themeparks which are only 10 minutes away so you will have no problems getting to places.
... ...town depending were you are staying in kissimme mostly it only took us 5 minutes walk We found it good on a night with the differant places were you could eat as we found a local chinese that you could have a buffet for 10 dollers and ruby tuesdays is a good eating place as you will be stuffed when you come out off there as their meals are out of this world with there large steaks and there ribs my mouth is watering already thinking about it. its ...
computerobot 10.04.2007
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Rather aptly named as it is set out like an old western town with shops with wooden walkways and verandahs, horse posts etc. A quaint selection of some of the more unusual stores with some really nice souvenirs staffed by very friendly shopkeepers.
There is a funfair and a famous slingshot ride attraction here - although I personally wouldn't ride on it it was fun to watch and hear the ear splitting screams of the unwary.
The Old Town won't exactly ...
miawriter 08.01.2007
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