With temperatures exceeding 100 degree it can be a struggle to find affordable ways to cool off. Lucky for you, there are plenty of places in and near Orlando that are both swimsuit-friendly and a great deal.

Grab some brews at the Beach Shack 42906, 1 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL (321) 783-2250 While Beach Shack does not offer food, it is admired by locals and out-of-towners, or “shoobies,” for dishing up cold drinks, live music and a front row seat for the beach. Any fan of blues, booze and beaches will be treated like a local here – you don’t have to be from Cocoa to enjoy the festivities. Photo via broshark/Instagram
Tube down Rock Springs Run 30601 County Road 433, Sorrento, FL (407) 884-2009 The free-flowing springs at Kelly Park’s Rock Springs Run make for some great tubing trips. Bring your own tube or rent one from a vendor outside the park for cheap. Entrance into the park is $3 per car holding 1-2 people and $5 per car holding 3-8 people. The launch fee is also $3 for 1-2 people and $5 for 3-8 people. Photo via slwoodruff/Instagram
Spend the day oceanside at The Beach Bucket 867 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL (386) 308-1134 The Beach Bucket offers the perfect dining experience in paradise. Diners can enjoy the sights and sounds of Daytona and Ormond Beaches with prime oceanside seating and order $2.50 bottled beers. To top it off, there is live entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Photo via tiffiny_with_an_i/Instagram
Hop on a boat tour at Cracker Creek 1795 Taylor Rd, Port Orange, FL (386) 304-0778 Cracker Creek offers both one hour boat tours and customizable boat tours to fit any of your needs. Ride down the scenic Spruce Creek aboard the Key Largo boat for a lesson on Florida’s eco-history and views of the beautiful scenery for only $12 a person. You can also hop on the sunset tour, which features wine and dining options for $25 per adult. Photo via Cracker Creek/Facebook
Go snorkeling at Alexander Springs Recreation Area 49525 County Rd 445, Altoona, FL (352) 669-3522 Want to take a normal day at the springs up a notch? Alexander Springs Recreation Area allows guests to enjoy the springs for just a $5.50 use fee per day. Bring some snorkeling gear for some underwater adventures in the crystal clear water. Photo via Alexander Springs Recreation Center/Facebook
Ditch the bathing suit at Cypress Cove 4425 Pleasant Hill Rd, Kissimmee, FL (407) 933-5870 Does the summer heat have you wanting to strip it all off? Well, lucky for you, you can the the Cypress Cove Nudist Resort. Enjoy the pool area for only $5 if you’re under 35 years old. There is also lake access and breathtaking sunset and sunrise views. Photo via Cypress Cove Nudist Resort/Facebook
Order some seafood and drinks at the Golden Lion Cafe 501 N Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL (386) 439-3004 At the Golden Lion Cafe on Flagler Beach, the seafood is as fresh as it gets. It’s no wonder this spot is the most awarded restaurant and raw bar in Flagler Beach. Order a frozen cocktail and some peel & eat shrimp for the perfect beachside feast. Photo via Golden Lion Cafe/Facebook
Go fishing at Lake Tohopekaliga 69 Lakeview Drive, Kissimmee, FL Lake Toho is known for its good fishing, especially if you’re looking to catch some Largemouth bass, Bluegill, Redear sunfish or Black crappies. The 18,810-acre lake is the perfect destination for your next fishing trip and is sure to never disappoint. Photo via DStewart Fishing/Facebook
Kick it poolside at Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL (407) 996-9840 Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill, located at the Rosen Centre, serves Caribbean-Cuban infused cuisine. You don’t have to be a guest to make use of the facilities but, you’ll better understand why people choose to stay at the Rosen Centre after taking advantage of the outdoor pool and hot tub. Photo via freshderek/Instagram
Grab some friends and head to Lucky’s Lake 6645 Lake Cane Dr, Orlando, FL (407) 352-2444 If you and your friends love open water swimming, then Lucky’s Lake Swim is for you. The lake can be accessed for free and is popular among those training for triathlons or just trying to get a good workout in. It also hosts some fierce swimming competitions like the Food Chain 1K Swim. Photo via Lucky’s Lake Swim/Facebook
Sip on some cocktail buckets at Otters on the River 8522, 4380 Carraway Pl, Sanford, FL (407) 636-6300 Otters on the River is not just a restaurant in the Sanford area. The venue also hosts comedians on Friday and Saturday nights and pool parties every Saturday and Sunday. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, Otters has an extensive menu containing seafood, prime rib and steak options, as well as other American and Tex-Mex dishes. Oh, and don’t forget the enormous cocktail buckets. Photo via lvlup_dallas/Instagram
Skip the sand and relax at the Oviedo Aquatic Center 148 Oviedo Blvd, Oviedo, FL (407) 971-5565 A pool day at the Oviedo Aquatic Center will give you a relaxing day waterside without having to pack up the car, travel to the beach and deal with the hot sand and crazy ocean current. The center also offers rock climbing and a riverside park to keep the fun rolling all day long. Photo via venezolanosenoviedo/Instagram
Rent a paddleboard or kayak from Paddleboard Orlando 115 N Orlando Ave #109, Winter Park, FL (407) 960-7815 For only $25 an hour, you can rent a paddleboard or kayak and cruise around the spring-fed, crystal clear lake located right outside of Paddleboard Orlando. Lessons are available for beginners and it’s the perfect way to spend a day on the water without the sand and rip currents. Photo via Paddleboard Orlando/Facebook
Splash around at the Parliament House pool 410 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL (407) 425-7571 Parliament House offers a bit more than your average gay bar. It has weekly entertainment and a resort attached, too. As long as you’re a paying customer, which includes buying drinks at the bar, you can splash around in the pool from sunrise to sunset. Photo via carloscampos9898/Instagram
Float down the waters of Rainbow River 12121 River View, Dunnellon, FL (352) 489-7854 Take a clear view into the wild, aquatic world inhabiting the crystal clear waters of the Rainbow River. Starting at the intersection of Lake Rousseau, the Rainbow River and the Withlacoochee River, a 2-3 hour trek will take you 4.5 miles North East to K.P. Hole Float, a county park known for boating, snorkeling and kayaking. Renting a single kayak for this trip costs $33 and a tandem kayak or canoe costs $44. Photo via hayden.bowe/Instagram
Shuck some oysters at Rusty’s Seafood & Oyster Bar 628 Glen Cheek Dr, Cape Canaveral, FL (321) 783-2033 Come for the oyster bar, stay for a good time. Rusty’s offers the getaway you need at the waterfront harbor of Port Canaveral. Wash your bites down with a pitcher of beer or an ice cold cocktail. Bathing suits are definitely welcome here. Photo via Rusty’s Seafood & Oyster Bar/Facebook
Rent a canoe at Wekiva Island 1014 Miami Springs Dr, Longwood, FL (407) 862-1500 Head to Wekiva Island after noon to score canoe rentals for only $25. Cruise down the Wekiva River and get a first-hand look at the Florida scenery that surrounds you. The river is also dog-friendly and swimming is permitted if you want to skip the rental fee. Photo via Wekiva Island/Facebook
Enjoy the tiki bar at Grills Lakeside Seafood Deck 4301 N Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL (407) 291-8881 The relaxing atmosphere at Grills Seafood will have your forgetting about the unbearable heat. The tiki bar is the perfect spot for a Summer Breeze or Grills Margarita, and you can’t go wrong with the dessert menu in hand. An ice cream sundae, slice of key lime pie or fork full of chocolate chip cake is sure to cool you off. Photo via Grills Lakeside Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar/Facebook
Grab some American grub and beer at The Breakers 518 Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL (386) 428-2019 The Breakers offers an impressive 17 different types of burgers. If burgers aren’t your thing, there’s plenty of seafood options. A great place to stop for a bite and some drinks after hitting the white sandy beaches, you’ll recognize Breakers by its famous pink building. Photo via The Breakers Restaurant/Facebook
Throw some back at Whiskey Joe’s Bar and Grill 7720 W Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa, FL (813) 281-0770 No, they don’t just serve whiskey here. There are other options for those who want more fruit and less bite to their drinks. Play a game of cornhole and sit at the tiki hut tables when you’re not trying to figure out what glass to take on next. Photo via Whiskey Joe’s Bar and Grill/Facebook
Take a swim at Wekiwa Springs State Park 1800 Wekiwa Cir, Apopka, FL (407) 884-2009 Take a swim in the cool spring at Wekiwa Springs State Park on a hot day. Still not satisfied? Book a hiking, camping or horseback riding trip to take your day to the next level. At this state park, you will experience the beauty of Florida wildlife under the shade of towering cypress trees. Photo via Wekiwa Springs State Park Nature Adventures/Facebook
Take a dip at Dinky Dock 410 Ollie Ave, Winter Park, FL (407) 599-3599 This 1.56-acre park is a hot spot for boating, swimming, picnicking and grilling. It is open year-round and open to the public. The Dinky Dock is perfect for a day on the water with friends or family followed by a cookout lakeside. Photo via City of Winter Park/Official Website
Enjoy some drinks at Coconuts on the Beach 2 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL (321) 784-1422 Coconuts is a Cocoa Beach hot spot offering delicious seafood and amazing drink deals that you can’t pass up. Order some $3 house wines or $2.25 draft beer and you’ll be feeling alright. Nothing beats enjoying a drink while looking out into the Atlantic horizon. Photo via Coconuts on the Beach/Facebook