The sunny setting of Kissimmee is ready to explore
Take a vacation to Kissimmee and enjoy the area's festivals, entertainment and opera. Renowned for its theme park, shopping and sporting events, this city welcomes all visitors. Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Walt Disney World® Resort are just a couple of the must-sees. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Kissimmee
Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Kissimmee a fun place to get away. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Epcot® (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
- Disney's Hollywood Studios® (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park (12.1 mi / 19.5 km)
- Universal Orlando Resort (13 mi / 21 km)
- Universal Studios Florida (13.4 mi / 21.6 km)
- Walt Disney World® Resort (13.6 mi / 21.9 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Kissimmee
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Kissimmee is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Kissimmee Lakefront Park (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Osceola Heritage Park (2.4 mi / 3.9 km)
- Lake Tohopekaliga (6.1 mi / 9.9 km)
- Lake Bryan (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
- Austin-Tindall Regional Park (8.3 mi / 13.4 km)
- Bill Frederick Park (15.1 mi / 24.3 km)
Seasonal weather in Kissimmee
If warm-weather activities are high on your list, July, August, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 81°F.
How to get to and around Kissimmee
The nearest airport is in Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, the main station is Kissimmee Station. Consider catching the metro at Tupperware Station or Poinciana Station to see more of the city.