10 Things You Must Do BESIDES Theme Parks Near Orlando Florida

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Have you visited any or all of these?? Here are our FULL tours of each location we share: Gatorland: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5-4m5J4ft6bjKc Dezerland: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6uaoJeZmLxme7c ICON Park: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4LNomykobCKgJo Sea Life $10 Tour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqKTdIR8h9hpgpo Elev8 Fun: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raXEpKdjrKZ0mKs Kennedy Space Center: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roazXmuQhZiaY68 New Show at Kennedy Space Center: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goDVZ6mVqc2todk Arcade Monsters Oviedo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4GneKqLaLuBqdE Arcade Monsters Melbourne: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5WplXiMf7WMi9k Brevard Zoo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eITdaJehacybqs0 Central Florida Zoo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a33NYXehrb-Bhac Asian Lantern Festival at Zoo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZXOoWyrZrOZhNU Zoo Tampa: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqfTdKt9fsd3oqs Halloween at Zoo Tampa: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWm3i5msrtyLd68 Christmas at Zoo Tampa: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHOclmWQfKqjr80 Wonder Works: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKS5nnqLo95_hM0 Fun Spot Kissimmee: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpquiYiClLyHeNk Fun Spot Orlando: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp_cgqufZbyoZtk Medieval Times: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2HPaqiEjZiAiLs Country Nights Live: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJibe2tvYreNmcU Pirates Dinner Adventure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZyZoqSXl65mrbc Crayola Experience Orlando: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGm5gZqHoZloqs0 For more fun, follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/epicfamilyquests To support the channel: www.ko-fi.com/epicfamilyquests Camera gear we use: SonyZV1 affiliate link: amzn.to/3UfTGHs Crane m3 (gimbal) affiliate link: amzn.to/47Rtt5g Thanks for watching!

[@taylornation320]

Your kids are blessed to do so many fun things. Great memories!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much. Trying to give them the best childhood 🥰🥰

[@PhimbleG-d]

Lovely POSITIVE channel. I’m sick of everyone complaining about all of these luxury things and not appreciating their lives. Thank you

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much 🥰 I completely agree. I stopped watching vloggers who constantly complain. We feel very thankful to do what we do and love making memories with the kids.

[@PhimbleG-d]

@@EpicFamilyQuests I had a terrible childhood, just awful but I’m making up for it in my adulthood by doing things like Disney, taking my brother etc and life is awesome but it’s hard to listen to people who have no idea what poverty is complaining about all the things they’re able to do. Just be grateful and point out the pros and cons without complaining 😂 I’m glad you’re having a good time 😊

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@Seraphim Davey so sorry to hear about your childhood but happy to hear things are much better!! 💖 Exactly. We've honestly never been rich, but we work hard for what we have. And I'm never one to flaunt it. Some vloggers flaunt everything and complain the next. 😵‍💫😵‍💫 We definitely have to enjoy the time we have. Life goes so fast. And thank you for your kindness 😊

[@aaronwilson5978]

You could go to Gator land for a whole week and the price would probably be cheaper than one day at Disney

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Yes! Probably even get an annual pass cheaper there if you went that much. It's just all the add ons that my kids wanted to do. 😅 We'll visit again though because it is fun.

[@aaronwilson5978]

@@EpicFamilyQuests ya is there like a pass you can buy that includes different parks in the Orlando area

[@aaronwilson5978]

@@EpicFamilyQuests like SeaWorld Legoland Gator land all together or something like that because

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@Aaron Wilson yes! If you can bundle them, that is the best. Universal is our favorite theme park but there are so many other great spots people forget to visit. Or don't know about. 😊 We enjoy Sea World too and Busch Gardens.

[@CongoChango]

Disney is an absolute rip off .. Walt Disney would never charge the Rediculous prices. No way im waisting that kind of money its insane.

[@shiningstarz7213]

You got all the fun stuff. Love the video!❤😊

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you!! Appreciate that so much. 💖🥰

[@rcbucs25]

If your into big thrills I have to add Zipline adventures in Ocala! That was one of the most amazing experiences of my life, we have been to florida many times and tried this for the first time a few weeks ago and wow breathtaking. For 120 dollars you do 9 ziplines over beautiful landscapes. Def worth the money and waaaaay cheaper than a day at disney

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Great suggestion! We'll have to check that out! Sounds amazing 🤩

[@Haunteddesk]

Bigfoot Axe Throwing and Rage Room is worth checking out ❤. You are taught how to throw properly and safely. It is a lot of fun.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you for the recommendation! Will have to check that out 🙂

[@Haunteddesk]

@ you’re very welcome ☺️

[@yolandabranner6200]

They are adorable. Really love it. I will have to use those google eyes for the eyes. Not good with the clay would have to think of something else for the ears.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you. Have fun making it :)

[@ibrahimadanfa6704]

Extremely adorable ❤

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@lexirowe3151]

Great ideas for days away from the theme parks or locals looking for new ideas. Not sure I’d fly all the way to Orlando to visit these over theme parks though

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

That's fair. I think a few could be good options if someone needs a theme park break, but I totally understand. Theme parks are our favorite too!

[@deenasadventurevlog9398]

Thank you so much..yes I want to see an updated video on Dezerland please

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

You got it!! 🥰 We will try to make a trip this month! Thank you for watching!

[@deenasadventurevlog9398]

@@EpicFamilyQuests thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@livingmytruth2289]

I really love your family

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@livingmytruth 2 aww thank you so much. Appreciate your kindness 😊

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

In case you didn't see, we did an updated tour on Dezerland last week! 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6uaoJeZmLxme7c

[@JC-tf2jb]

Another dinner show is capons. Some fun songs and a corny prohibition theme and show. And drinks are included(at least they were when I went).

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

We still need to check that out! We know some people who perform there. It looks fun and that's awesome if drinks are included!

[@paterson00]

Not sure if it qualifies due to it's location but going out to swim with the Manatees at Crystal River has to be way up there on the list of things to do aside from the theme parks. Such an amazing experience

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Oh yes! I've heard of that. Need to try that out 😊

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

This is exactly the video I wanted. I moved to Jacksonville about a year ago. We're planning a day trip to Orlando in mid June. We'd like to do a bunch of other fun things other than the theme parks.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

How fun!! I hope you have a great trip!! Thank you so much for the kind comment. One of these days we need to explore Jacksonville too! 😊

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

@@EpicFamilyQuests you really should! There's a LOT of fun things to do up this way :)

[@Pliverpool-ln2nx]

How’s Jacksonville? I’m coming out from uk next week some time I was thinking of passing through even for a day!

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

@@Pliverpool-ln2nx we love it in Jacksonville

[@Pliverpool-ln2nx]

@@InfectiousGroovePodcast glad to hear that. I’ve never seen or heard so many stay away from Jacksonville comments.

[@jackyray6088]

Letting small kids feed a herd of gators is crazy. Especially with the history in orlando with small children and gators

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

To be honest, I didn't know they got so close until we went to feed them. I was terrified. Haven't fed them like that again. We just throw from the bridge down in the water. I'm sure it's safe because they are spoiled gators but you never know.

[@familydad3241]

Just seeing that was mind blowing. Parents letting there children do that is ridiculous. In a split second your life is over, completely ludicrous.

[@rondamon4408]

This is the video I was looking for,

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@lashaysmith7783]

I need to get over my fear of gators because I really want to visit Gatorland at least once. I've been waiting for Laila to turn 12 so we can do Trainer for a day and never have to go back lol. We're going to visit Dezerland in August! I didn't know what it was until watching your video on it. Loved the video...a great overview of ways to have fun outside of theme parks. Just shows why Florida is a top travel destination spot!!!!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I saw the trainer for a day on the Gatorland website! That actually sounds terrifying 🤣 I know the gators are spoiled there and used to being fed.... but they are still wild animals. But walking around Gatorland isn't scary. You should go and walk the normal paths. 🥰 Glad you're checking out Dezerland. We may try to go this month for updates! Thank you for watching and your nice comments. Appreciate you!! 💖💖

[@Scarlitcorpse]

I'll pass on gatorland , especially the feeding them portion no thanks that's a gamble

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@Scarlitcorpse my mom took the kids to do that and I thought you just threw the food in the water. Honestly, I wouldn't get that close ever again or the kids now that I know. Always a risk! They do have spots to throw them in the water instead though and you are on a bridge.

[@lashaysmith7783]

​@@ScarlitcorpseI try to be adventurous but more than likely I won't be able to participate in that particular experience. Everything else I might can deal with but it's definitely not at the top of my to do list lol.

[@theminuteman3460]

Lots of fun things to do in Florida, although I would stay away from Jacksonville.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

We've never been. Thought about visiting the zoo there. Is it that bad?

[@Pliverpool-ln2nx]

Stay away why?

[@LeticiaStanley]

Any suggestion for New Year’s Eve that is not theme park related?

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I would say ICON Park. I also read Promenade at Sunset Walk celebrates and Citywalk. We usually stay in, but those would be my top 3. 😊

[@mattrix4200]

Missed one of the BEST places we discovered last month... Island H20 is an AMAZING deal! Great waterpark, fairly inexpensive, and lots of fun inside the park (especially if you have a group of 3-6 people)!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Yes, that's a great option! We've covered that separately. I'll have to include some waterparks next time. 😊

[@ibrahimadanfa6704]

So beautiful , Congratulations 🎉🎊🍾🎈 to you my sweet love Geneva chambers

[@KnowDAOself]

Great list! I would add the Florida springs to this. Deleon is very kid friendly with their kiddie pool section

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Great suggestion! We haven't been to that Spring yet but need to check it out. We have been to Blue Springs though to see the manatees. 😊

[@KnowDAOself]

@@EpicFamilyQuests blue springs is my personal favorite! Love the manatees, they are so adorable! The other cool thing about DeLeon Springs is the self make pancake house that has such a nice charm and there are various canoes, kayaks, and boating options for the river that connects to the separated "pool" area

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@@KnowDAOself That sounds really cool! We'll have to plan a trip there soon. Thanks for the suggestion. Pancakes sound yummy!

[@magedojo]

@epicfamilyquests Blue is nice. I live very close and have been there countless times. DeLeon is cool too. But the best springs are up in the Ocala NF. Alexander, Silver Glen, etc. Closer to Orlando, Kelly Park/Rock Springs gets my vote.

[@naibunty8909]

Very helpful

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much. Appreciate that 💖

[@thejasscarter]

this was great, thank you

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@GotmerKed]

Just moved to the area... great video!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much. Appreciate the kind comment 😊 Congrats on the move!! There's so much to do here. 🙌

[@holliev492]

What do you think a good age range on WonderWorks is? My nephew is 10 and 2 adults.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

10 is a great age honestly! Both my kids (6 and 8) loved it! If the adults are like big kids, they will love it too. Lots to do there!

[@spoondippinggoodrecipes7382]

If you guys had to choose Medieval times or the Pirates show which do you guys think genuinely is funnier ? Thanks in advance

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

That's a tough one. We like the food better at Medieval Times and there's a lot of battling and action. Pirates is like a musical and several parts for audience participation, especially kids (adults too). Food is just OK but both are fun. It just depends what kind of show you'd want to see. If I HAD to pick, I'd probably go with Medieval Times but the kids choose Pirates because they like the participation. Hope that helps a little!

[@samanthananda4276]

I live in Florida!! I would love to visit and travel to all the places that I would enjoy going to. Right now the reason why I am not is because I am not independent enough and am stuck in my parents house. I barely go out at times only to like therapy. I wish I had my license, it would mean the world to me if I was independent and get to do all the things I want. I want to live and experience life to its fullest. I want to do all the things that would make me happy like traveling, going on vacations, anywhere fun that I would be interested in.

[@perucho2194]

I was like you as a teenager, then adult realities hit me like a ton of bricks. Do well in school to learn a skill so you can get a good paying job and do the things you want to do, best wishes.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I really hope you can travel and visit these places one day. Take one day at a time and focus on your dreams. 💖 My dream is to travel outside of Florida. We can all get there in time.

[@perucho2194]

We are a family of 6, children ages 3,8,11,12. I went to Disney & Epcot 35-40 years ago, but times have change. This is very helpful. My wife and I have to see more of your videos to select 1-2 parks to visit in the orlando area: so far seems like IconPark, Kennedy Space Center, Zoo Wonder works, FunSpot, and Crayola Experience might be good candidates. Having said that, which of those are the most expensive? Thank you!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

ICON Park is probably the most expensive but with the Play Pass for $90 each, it comes with 8 or so attractions. So you get a pretty good value buying on their site. This shows the attractions here and they've added the Max Arena since instead of the StarFlyer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaDXm2OEbLern8U

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

And Kennedy Space Center $7 off on their site so $68 per adult and $58 per kid. This shows the Must Do's which may help you decide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roazXmuQhZiaY68

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Fun Spot has a pass for $60 all day per person. Includes almost everything there. We prefer the Orlando one, just seems newer and nicer. There's gators too and better food. Hope this helps! Thank you for watching! Fun Spot Orlando here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp_cgqufZbyoZtk

[@JadynMock]

When you are back in the area you should check out Apex Air Tours. new company, and have a big helicopter that flys over all the resorts

[@DaNiBu10]

Love your videos! feeding the gators part is crazy , we’ll never risk my child .. you’re to brave

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you so much! Ya, my dummy self didn't realize they got THAT close to the gators. I know the gators are spoiled there but I won't do that again. 😵‍💫 the last time we just threw it in the water from the bridge. More safe 😅

[@brianbrewer2909]

They allow people inside the enclosure with the gators?!

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

They do. It was one and done for me though 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫 when we paid, I thought we were throwing the meat from the bridge

[@crazyTommytourettes]

Okay, I LIVE in Melbourne and go to the Makoto’s Japanese restaurant a LOT, and apparently “Arcade Monsters” is in the same BUILDING, and I had zero clue that arcade monsters existed. How does no one in my social circle have any idea about that place? Wtf? Lol

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Well you need to go asap! It's pretty awesome. Tons of games! How is the Japanese restaurant btw??

[@DarkbarkVids]

planning a trip to universal so may grab a taxi at some point and visit some of these places :)

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

We looooove Universal. Our favorite park. Hope you have a blast!

[@DarkbarkVids]

thank you, im watching a ton of videos right now to learn everything i can before i go, your video at cabana bay is interesting may skip on the bowling alley@@EpicFamilyQuests

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@@DarkbarkVids thanks for watching! Ya, the bowling alley is a bit pricey. Hope you have the best time.

[@PS-zw4yc]

You should work on being smoother and less speed swipe camera pans

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Some of the footage is from vlogging over a year or 2 ago. I'm always trying to improve. We have a habit of all walking fast (4 of us together) so I've been trying to slow it down more.

[@paterson00]

​@@EpicFamilyQuestsget a gimble for the camera. Not mega expensive and improves your footage immensely

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

@paterson00 I already did. If you look at my latest videos, you'll be able to tell. Got it 3 months ago I believe. So working on a new list once I refilm with the gimbal. But when you're on a single income, $300 is a lot. So doing my best.

[@AmLetoure]

Ripley's Believe It or Not was a waste on time and money. I definitely would not compare it to Wonder Works.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Did you enjoy Wonder Works more? When we did this video, we hadn't been to the Orlando Ripley's but I feel like Wonder Works does have more to do.

[@AmLetoure]

@EpicFamilyQuests Most definitely. Outside of spending time with family, I was utterly disappointed with Ripley's. The exhibits are cheap looking and poorly done.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I can understand that. I thought Wonder Works needed an upgrade too in some areas.

[@coralynesdueno2321]

Eleve it wow

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Elev8 is a lot of fun!

[@romeoserback]

Good video, considering I'll be moving down there in 2025. I need to entertain family and friends when they visit.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Oooh, are you moving for Epic Universe?? Yes, there is so much to do. We love it here (minus the rent costs).

[@stevem-h5e]

It's a long way to go for skin cancer and a Slurpy. I think I'll pass.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

That's fair 😅

[@AJknickerbocker]

How is fun spot not a theme park? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

It's technically an amusement park. Fun Spot is very similar to a state fair plus go karts. Basically I was trying not to include the big theme parks like Disney, Universal, Legoland and SeaWorld. They have fun theming that immerses you in the different lands. Fun Spot does not.

[@matthewkelly6962]

🤣 half the list is literally theme parks 😂

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

The closest one is Fun Spot. But that isn't in the spotlight like the others. I'm giving options other than Disney, Universal, Legoland, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens. I don't know how you think the others, besides Fun Spot, are theme parks. 🤔 What exactly do you expect to find in Florida? You can search Best Swamps if you'd like 😅

[@BijoyDhar-cw5mt]

Hi ma'am, can I make your KZbin thumbnails instead of little money.i m not professional but trying.if u r interested i please inform me

[@Shelley2oo9]

Too bad this was all arrcades and indoor stuff aside from the zoo

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I cannot please everyone with just 10 suggestions. We've enjoyed them all as a family and in this Florida heat, indoor activities are sometimes a relief.

[@michellewelsh2505]

You get your money 💰 worth at FUN SPOT The * LONG LINES * you lucky if you get in 3 rides at Disney WORST if its holiday season. # ECONOMICAL # 2024

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I agree. Disney has gotten so expensive 😵‍💫

[@jeffreywhite4091]

These parks just nickle and dime the crap out of you

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Gatorland especially and Dezerland. Arcade Monsters is pay once to play all day though. Love supporting them.

[@jeffreywhite4091]

@@EpicFamilyQuests ok cool

[@heylookitsthetruth]

dezerland is so lame, empty and huge waste of space in Orlando

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I don't mind the arcade and pinball, BUT it's overpriced. We didn't do a lot because of the prices.

[@_LauraElizabeth]

Please get a gimbal! It'd stop all the shaking. I understand not everyone has a steady hand but this was impossible to watch.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

I actually just did. Took some time to save up but working on slowly upgrading everything. Sorry you hated it so much.

[@Adwest2323]

Narrator is so nasally, please get some kind of filter for the voice.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Please keep rude comments to yourself. I am a real person and doing my best. I'd love to see you voice over.

[@Kimi0Cat0Love]

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[@itr9788]

Your voice is fine. We are going to Florida in 3 weeks. Just the video I needed. Thank you so much.

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

Thank you for your kind comment. I'm not sure why people have to be so mean LOL. I hope you have the best time!! Do you have any plans yet for places to visit? :)