25 places every Orlandoan should take an out-of-towner

By Orlando Weekly Staff on Wed, Nov 25, 2015 at 7:16 pm

It's often a clash of two worlds when out of towners invade our homes. When they want to go to Disney, you want to avoid having to sell your kidney to pay for admission. If you've got friends or family coming to visit, don't stress about trying to keep them occupied—we've picked out some of the more unique destinations Orlando has to offer.

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Boat through the canals of Winter Park
312 E. Morse Blvd.; 407-644-4056; scenicboattours.com

"Take the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour, which takes you through an amazing series of lush, narrow canals that connect the Winter Park Chain of Lakes. If you've ever wondered whether this tour was worth checking out, the answer is yes – do it."

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Find your favorite record at Rock & Roll Heaven
1814 N. Orange Ave.; 407-896-1952; rock-n-rollheaven.com

The dudes at Rock & Roll Heaven truly love music. See if you can surprise them at the cash register with your unique record selection.

Swim with the manatees at Blue Springs
2100 W. French Ave.; 386-775-3663; floridastateparks.org

"Take a kayak tour of a bioluminescent lagoon at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge near Titusville. A guide from A Day Away Kayak Tours will help make sure you don't lose your way in the dark."

Photo via Florida State Parks

Sing your heart out at Big Daddy's
3001 Corrine Drive; 407-644-2844; bigdaddysorlando.com

"Pick from any number of classic songs and belt them out during karaoke at Big Daddy's, which happens pretty much every night of the week."

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Class it up at the Courtesy Bar
114 N. Orange Ave.; 407-450-2041; thecourtesybar.com

For those who like to drink the craftiest of cocktails, look no further than the Courtesy Bar located in the heart of downtown.

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Catch a show at the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center
445 S. Magnolia Ave.; 844-513-2014; drphillipscenter.org

The Dr. Phillips Center is always hosting new shows and events that's sure to please just about anyone. Check out their show schedule here.

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Feel amazed by Titusville's bioluminescent lagoon
Titusville, Fla. 32796; 321-268-2655; adayawaykayaktours.com

"Take a kayak tour of a bioluminescent lagoon at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge near Titusville. A guide from A Day Away Kayak Tours will help make sure you don't lose your way in the dark."

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Feed them a Double D from Gringos Locos
22 E. Washington St.; 407-841-5626; gringoslocos.com

Late nights at Gringos are a spectacle. Munch on your Double D while watching the drunks of downtown Orlando stumble their way through the streets.

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Row your way through Lake Ivanhoe on a paddleboard
116 S. Semoran Blvd.; 407-952-4663; mauib.com

Stand up paddleboards are a great way to test your balance. Don't worry about it being cold-- this is Florida we're talking about here.

Photo via getlocalflorida.com

Go for a bike ride on the Cady Way Trail
orlandobikeshare.com

"Ride one of Orlando's bright orange Juice bicycles, available for rent in various places around the city."

Photo via Orlando Bike Share