The sunny setting of Kissimmee is ready to explore
Take a holiday 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-see attractions. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Kissimmee
Are you hoping to find attractions to see during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Kissimmee a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- 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’s Volcano Bay (12.4 mi / 19.9 km)
- Universal Orlando Resort (13 mi / 21 km)
- Universal Studios Florida (13.4 mi / 21.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Kissimmee
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Kissimmee is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Kissimmee Lakefront Park (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Osceola Heritage Park (2.4 mi / 3.9 km)
- Lake Cecile (4.9 mi / 8 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)
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 27°C.
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 centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Orlando International Airport (MCO), which is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, you can make your way to Kissimmee Station. Utilise the area's public transport and catch a ride on the metro at Tupperware Station or Poinciana Station and easily see more of the city.