In the latest edition of our Annual Manual, we featured Thornton Park as an “urban and urbane” Orlando neighborhood. We put together this gallery of photos to illustrate the reasons we called Thornton Park “a place for hip people who like their downtowns unpretentious and chill.”

The Swan Boat Rides at Lake Eola for a swan’s-eye view of the Lake Eola wildlife.via
Graffiti Junktion for burgers, beers and fries. via
Burton’s Bar and Grill for the cheap beer and daytime drinking.via
Zou Zou Boutique for fabulous fashion finds. via
Mucho Tequila and Tacos for the tequila, obviously.via
Come Out with Pride is one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country. Image via: 99 amazingly colorful photos from the Come Out With Pride Orlando 2013 parade
Benjamin French Bakery and Café for the croque monsieur and croque madame.via
The Falcon because it’s a bar that offers more than the same old bar stuff every weekend. via
Thornton Park Yoga for uniting your body and spirit. via
Stardust Lounge for Tuesday night dirty bingo.via
Downtown Orlando Farmers Market for lazy Sunday strolling and produce buying. via
Lake Eola Wine Company for wine and flatbreads.via
Dexter’s of Thornton Park for super delicious sandwiches. via
The Veranda at Thornton Park as a venue for special events.via
Shari Sushi Lounge for sophisticated sushi. via
Lambs Eat Ivy Salon for both regular haircuts and special occasion up-dos. via
Pop Parlour for unique popsicles. via
Second Thursday Wine and Art Walk lets you drink and shop your way through Thornton Park. Image via: 19 Fun People at Thornton Park’s 2nd Thursday Wine + Art Walk
Sonoma Draughthouse for their craft beer selection. via
Mother Falcon Clothing for their art tees.via