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Planning Your Florida Amusement Park Vacation

After Disneyland set up its East Coast base in Orlando, Florida emerged as the amusement park capital of the world. The Magic Kingdom, Disney's original park has the highest turnout of any other theme park on the planet. Universal Orlando Resort is also not far behind. While these two heavyweights battle for supremacy, you will find other amusement parks worth checking out during your vacation, including Legoland Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa, and SeaWorld Orlando.

Amusement Parks in Florida: Top Accommodations

Apartment Sarasota
Mar 9 - Mar 16
$115 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Luxurious Apartment in Sarasota
Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida
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House Anna Maria
Sep 14 - Sep 21
-55%
$286
$129 per night
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
House in Anna Maria with Grill + Next to Beach
4.3
Very good (16 ratings)
Anna Maria, Manatee County, Florida
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Condo Okaloosa Island
Dec 2 - Dec 9
-70%
$399
$121 per night
Condo ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Family Friendly Beautiful Condo in Okaloosa Island with Large Balcony
5.0
Outstanding (4 ratings)
Okaloosa Island, Okaloosa County, Florida
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Best Florida Amusement Parks for Budget Travelers

Best Florida Amusement Parks for Budget Travelers

Florida boasts some exciting budget-friendly amusement parks that are worth exploring on your vacation. Whether you want to see animals or ride coasters, there's plenty to enjoy in Florida on a budget.

  • 1. Fun Spot America (Orlando)

    This family-owned theme park is one of the best kept secrets in the Orlando area. Often overshadowed by bigger theme parks that are world-renowned, Fun Spot America delivers fun for all the family at prices that cannot be beaten across the state. Its White Lightning wooden roller coaster is the only one of its kind in Orlando, and is highly recommended.

  • 2. LEGOLAND® Florida Resort

    This theme park is perfect for the entire family with a plethora of activities for kids to get stuck into. There are over 50 rides, including building zones and other interactive activities such as boating and driving. Here, you’ll also find impressive LEGO® replicas of various U.S. cities like New York, Las Vegas, and Washington DC.

  • 3. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

    Nestled in the city of Tampa, this African-themed animal park spreads over 335-acres and contains some of the top-rated roller coasters in America! These include SheiKra (a world-famous dive coaster), Montu, and Cobra’s Curse, making it the number one choice for roller coaster junkies who want an affordable day out.

Best Places to Stay for Amusement Parks in Florida

House Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Jan 19 - Jan 26
-27%
$233
$171 per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
House in Old Seminole Heights with Pool, Grill & Yard
5.0
Outstanding (27 ratings)
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Terrace Park, Florida, United States
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House Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Nov 11 - Nov 18
-23%
$220
$170 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Pleasant Vacation Home in Terrace Park with Pool
5.0
Outstanding (6 ratings)
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Terrace Park, Florida, United States
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House Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Oct 6 - Oct 13
$432 per night
House ∙ 16 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Temple Crest with Private Balcony + Water Views
5.0
Outstanding (13 ratings)
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Terrace Park, Florida, United States
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Best Florida Amusement Parks for Thrillseekers

Best Florida Amusement Parks for Thrillseekers

If you are a thrill seeker looking to get that adrenaline rush, then Florida is the place for you. The state offers some of the fastest, scariest, and coolest roller coasters and theme park rides in the U.S.

  • 1. SeaWorld Orlando

    SeaWorld Orlando is home to some of the top-rated rated roller coasters in the United States! Aside from having the chance to meet marine animals, visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to white knuckle rides. The park’s hyper coaster, Mako, towers 200 feet above the park and reaches more than 70 miles per hour! Kraken Unleashed turns riders upside down a staggering seven times, while Manta is the only flying roller coaster in Florida.

  • 2. Islands of Adventure

    This is a place where you encounter magical creatures, superheroes, and beasts, as well as some serious adrenaline-pumping thrill rides. The most famous roller coaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure is The Incredible Hulk, which includes a propelled launch, seven inversions, and reaches 67 miles per hour!

  • 3. Universal Studios Florida

    Universal Studios Florida is one of the most attended theme parks in the world. The park inspires you to "ride the movies," and offers tons of live shows and attractions. Join forces with the Transformers or meet the mischievous Minions as you find yourself in the middle of the action. You’ll also get up close with King Kong, fight alongside Spider-Man and escape wild raptors in Jurassic Park. Harry Potter fans will love the immersive Escape from Gringotts roller coaster.

Recommended Accommodations for Amusement Parks in Florida

House SeaWorld Orlando
Oct 8 - Oct 15
-15%
$110
$93 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Orlando with Yard + Fantastic Views
4.5
Excellent (42 ratings)
SeaWorld Orlando, Orange County, Florida, United States
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Villa SeaWorld Orlando
Oct 3 - Oct 10
-38%
$88
$55 per night
Villa ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Villa in Orlando with Pool
3.5
Good (4 ratings)
SeaWorld Orlando, Orange County, Florida, United States
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Apartment SeaWorld Orlando
Sep 7 - Sep 14
-21%
$169
$134 per night
Apartment ∙ 9 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms
Apartment in Orlando with Free Parking
5.0
Outstanding (4 ratings)
SeaWorld Orlando, Orange County, Florida, United States
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Best Florida Amusement Parks for Families

Best Florida Amusement Parks for Families

Florida offers plenty of amusement parks with a wide range of attractions and rides to suit everyone. Not only are there many activities for kids to explore, but adults can have a good time too.

  • 1. Epcot

    Epcot features two distinct themed sections; World Showcase and Future World, both loaded with attractions, entertainment, and dining. Spaceship Earth is worth checking out and exhibits the history and future of communication. Epcot's other favorite attractions including Soarin', Test Track, Mission: Space, and The Seas with Nemo.

  • 2. Disney World's Magic Kingdom

    No trip to Florida is complete without seeing the Magic Kingdom. The Magic Kingdom includes six distinct lands including Main Street USA, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Liberty Square, Frontierland, and Adventureland. The Magic Kingdom offers some must-see attractions for the entire family. Space Mountain is one of the best roller coasters at the park. Other favorites like Jungle Cruise, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Haunted Mansion, and Pirates of the Caribbean offer other exciting attractions to a wide range of visitors.

Top Offers for Amusement Parks in Florida

House Universal's Islands of Adventure
Feb 10 - Feb 17
$110 per night
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Vacation Home in Florida Center North with Pool
4.5
Excellent (12 ratings)
Universal's Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida, United States
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Villa Universal's Islands of Adventure
Sep 30 - Oct 7
-60%
$128
$51 per night
Villa ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
Wonderful Villa in Orlando with Large Pool
Universal's Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida, United States
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Condo Universal's Islands of Adventure
Apr 20 - Apr 27
$108 per night
Condo ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms
Lovely Condo in Orlando with Private Balcony
4.6
Excellent (69 ratings)
Universal's Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida, United States
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❄️ Coldest months 55 °F in February and January
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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of vacation homes are available for Florida Amusement Park Vacation?

We would suggest choosing from our incredible selection of Apartment rental and House rental for Florida Amusement Park Vacation.

Florida Amusement Park Vacation: How much does it cost to rent a vacation home in Florida?

You can get a great vacation rental from $305 and find discounts up to 56%!

Can I find a vacation home for a group of guests for Florida Amusement Park Vacation?

in Florida, large groups should consider House rental since they fit 9 people.

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Florida Theme Park Index 2023 - HomeToGo
Roaring through the Best and Most Affordable Amusement Parks for 2023

Florida Theme Park Index 2023

Want to plan an exciting theme park adventure in Florida? To celebrate the start of amusement park season, HomeToGo has released it's annual ranking of the top theme parks in Florida. Across the state, we've researched the latest prices at some of the biggest and most popular theme parks to help our travelers plan an unforgettable getaway without breaking the bank. This year's index takes into account each park's affordability as well as the number of rides and attractions.

So fasten your shoulder straps and get ready to dive into the 2023 Florida Theme Park Index.

Top Florida Theme Parks, Ranked by Price

Theme Park
State
Country
Entry
Parking
Nearby Accommodation
Total Cost
Affordability Score (Points)
1
Fun Spot America Themepark - Orlando
FL
USA
$59.95
$0.00
$57.13
$117.08
20.00
2
Peppa Pig Theme Park
FL
USA
$54.00
$28.04
$51.99
$134.03
18.18
3
LEGOLAND
FL
USA
$104.00
$28.04
$51.99
$184.03
12.80
4
Universal Islands of Adventure
FL
USA
$109.00
$30.00
$57.13
$196.13
11.49
5
Magic Kingdom
FL
USA
$159.00
$25.00
$17.51
$201.51
10.92
6
Universal Studios Florida
FL
USA
$109.00
$30.00
$64.03
$203.03
10.75
=7
Disney's Animal Kingdom
FL
USA
$144.00
$25.00
$55.13
$224.13
8.48
=7
Epcot
FL
USA
$144.00
$25.00
$55.13
$224.13
8.48
9
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
FL
USA
$134.99
$30.00
$65.85
$230.84
7.76
10
Disney's Hollywood Studios
FL
USA
$154.00
$25.00
$123.95
$302.95
0.00
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For more info on the prices and how we scored this index, please see the methodology below.

Best Amusement Parks, Based on Number of Attractions

Theme Park
State
Country
Roller Coasters
Other Attractions
Total Attractions
Attraction Score (Points)
1
Magic Kingdom
FL
USA
5
41
46
20.00
=2
Disney's Animal Kingdom
FL
USA
1
21
22
8.29
=2
Disney's Hollywood Studios
FL
USA
2
20
22
8.29
=2
LEGOLAND
FL
USA
4
18
22
8.29
5
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
FL
USA
10
7
17
5.85
6
Fun Spot America Themepark - Orlando
FL
USA
3
13
16
5.37
=7
Universal Studios Florida
FL
USA
4
11
15
4.88
=7
Epcot
FL
USA
1
14
15
4.88
9
Universal Islands of Adventure
FL
USA
6
7
13
3.90
10
Peppa Pig Theme Park
FL
USA
1
4
5
0.00
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Top Theme Parks in Florida, Overall

Theme Park
State
Country
Affordability Score
Attraction Score
Overall Score
1
Magic Kingdom
FL
USA
10.92
20.00
30.92
2
Fun Spot America Themepark - Orlando
FL
USA
20.00
5.37
25.37
3
LEGOLAND
FL
USA
12.80
8.29
21.09
4
Peppa Pig Theme Park
FL
USA
18.18
0.00
18.18
5
Disney's Animal Kingdom
FL
USA
8.48
8.29
16.77
6
Universal Studios Florida
FL
USA
10.75
4.88
15.63
7
Universal Islands of Adventure
FL
USA
11.49
3.90
15.39
8
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
FL
USA
7.76
5.85
13.61
9
Epcot
FL
USA
8.48
4.88
13.36
10
Disney's Hollywood Studios
FL
USA
0.00
8.29
8.29
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Spotlight: Top 5 Best and Most Affordable Theme Parks in Florida

Based on HomeToGo’s research, here’s a snapshot of the most affordable theme parks to visit this summer:

1. Magic Kingdom (Bay Lake, FL)

Affordability Score: 10.92

Attraction Score: 20.00

2. Fun Spot America Themepark (Orlando, FL)

Affordability Score: 20.00

Attraction Score: 5.37

3. LEGOLAND (Winter Haven, FL)

Affordability Score: 12.80

Attraction Score: 8.29

4. Peppa Pig Theme Park (Winter Haven, FL)

Affordability Score: 18.18

Attraction Score: 0.00

5. Disney's Animal Kingdom (Bay Lake, FL)

Affordability Score: 8.48

Attraction Score: 8.29

Methodology

The theme parks included in this ranking include those that are located in Florida and are most searched by travelers using HomeToGo.com with travel dates between June 1st, 2023 and August 31st, 2023. In order to rank these theme parks, we researched 5 data points: the price of entry, the price of parking, the price of a nearby accommodations, the number of roller coasters, and the number of other attractions. After obtaining the raw data, we combined the data points into either Total Cost or Total Attractions and assigned each them a representative numerical value between 0 and 20, with 0 representing the lowest data point and 20 representing the highest data point. The hypothetical "perfect score" would be 40 out of 40. We used the following equation in order to calculate this for every factor:

Score(i) = 20 · (x(i) - xmin ) / (xmax - xmin )


Affordability Score

Total Cost: Entry + Parking + Accommodation

Entry: Online price for an adult 1-day, any day entry ticket in the peak season. If dynamic pricing was enabled, June 3rd 2023 was used as the dummy date.

Parking: Online price for 1 day of regular parking, purchased in advance, as listed on park website. If dynamic pricing was enabled, June 3rd 2023 was used as the dummy date.

Accommodation: Median nightly price per person to stay in an accommodation found nearby on HomeToGo.com between the dates of June 1st, 2023 and August 31st, 2023.

Attractions Score

Total Attractions: Roller coasters + Other Attractions

Roller coasters: Based on the number of active roller coasters listed on coasterpedia.com.

Other attractions: Based on the number of rides, experiences, exhibits, and simulations listed on coasterpedia.com.

Research was conducted during May 2023. Processing fees and taxes not included. For additional information and interview requests, please contact [email protected].

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