International Drive Theme Parks and Attractions

Of course you know about Disney World and Universal Orlando. The mega parks may inspire you to make the trip to Orlando. Once you are there, however, what other fun things might you want to consider checking out? 

It's likely you're familiar with SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, and Wet 'n' Wild. But there are a bunch of other theme parks and attractions in the area, many of which are located along Orlando's popular tourist corridor, International Drive. Home to a gazillion hotels, restaurants, strip malls, and the huge Orange County Convention Center, there are also parks and attractions on or just off of the busy boulevard.

SeaWorld Orlando (as well as its sister parks, Discovery Cove and Aquatica Water Park) and Wet 'n Wild Orlando are all on I-Drive. But this guide is focused on the strip's smaller parks and attractions. And by "smaller," I don't necessarily mean physical size. I-Drive is home to some of Florida's -- and the world's -- tallest rides. The following list is not comprehensive. There are a bunch of mini-golf courses as well as other activities and exhibits up and down the street. My list focuses on I-Drive's more under-the-radar, theme park-like attractions.