Did you know that you can reach the moon if you build a column of around 40 billion LEGO bricks? Or, that the tallest LEGO tower in the world has 550,000 LEGO bricks and is more than 114 feet tall? If you know these facts, are remotely entertained by these facts, or have kiddos who know these facts, LEGOLAND is the perfect addition to your Orlando, Florida vacation!
Before you pack your bags and run out the door, LEGO and check out our ultimate insider’s guide to the best things to do at LEGOLAND:
Where Is LEGOLAND Located?
LEGOLAND is in Florida in the town of Winter Haven, on the site of the iconic Cypress Gardens park! It’s around 45 minutes away from the Orlando theme parks and is even closer to some of our vacation homes.
What Are the Different Areas to Explore?
You will find many different areas to explore! Before visiting, we recommend viewing the LEGOLAND Florida map to plan out what areas you will definitely want to stop. To give you the lay of the land, check out some of these areas that will be a blast for your kiddos:
The Beginning
The Beginning is the first of the fourteen sections of LEGOLAND! This area has no rides — but it is where you will find lockers, strollers and wheelchair rentals, along with the main gift shop.
Fun Town
In Fun Town, you will find a ton of fun; makes sense, doesn’t it? This area of the park hosts the Grand Carousel! If you love shows at the amusement parks, you will also find the LEGOLAND Fun Town 4D Theatre in this area. Here you can experience short 4D movies throughout the day like the Journey to Mythica, Officer in Pursuit, A New Adventure, and more!Food options in Fun Town include Pepper and Roni’s Pizza Stop and Granny’s Apple Fries. There’s also the Market Coffee Shop for those who need a caffeine boost and a Coca-Cola Freestyle Station.
Heartlake City
Next up is Heartlake City, which hosts a theatre that plays Lego Friends to the Rescue! In addition, you will find Mia’s Riding Adventure, which is a Disk-O flat ride. There is also a heart-shaped fountain that is full of LEGO brick instruments. Create your symphony at Heartlake Stepping Tones Fountain.
Miniland USA
Miniland USA is a walkthrough where you can see places from the USA made up of LEGOs! This area of the park’s displays are made with 20 million LEGO bricks and might be one of our favorite spots to explore.
See re-creations of the Kennedy Space Center with a U.S. space shuttle, Daytona International Speedway at 1/20 scale, and Pirates’ Shore. You will also experience iconic landmarks built from LEGOs from Florida, California, Las Vegas, Washington D.C., and New York City! The White House, Times Square, and the Las Vegas strip all built from LEGOs? Yes, please.
The LEGO Movie World
If your kiddos are fans of LEGO movies, this is another excellent area of the park to visit. This area allows you to immerse yourselves in The LEGO Movie and The LEGO Movie 2.
You can ride a boat and shoot water at DUPLO aliens while avoiding getting hit by other guests. You can also climb and play on Benny’s Play Ship.
This area of the park also has a couple of movie-inspired rides. These include The LEGO Movie Masters of Flight and Unikitty’s Disco Drop. Both of these rides have height requirements; however, children can ride with a companion if they fall short of the requirement.
LEGO Movie Masters of Flight is one of the top rides you can’t miss when visiting LEGOLAND.
DUPLO Valley
Do you have little ones who want nothing more than to play with their big brother’s or sister’s LEGOs? While at home, this may not be possible due to choking hazards; LEGOLAND has an area of the park dedicated solely to these tiny builders. You’ll even have the following themed places to choose from:
- DUPLO Tot Spot has oversized Lego’s for children under two to play and build with. Mom, you don’t have to worry about stepping on tiny LEGOs in this section of the park!
- DUPLO Farm is an air-conditioned play area for when you need a moment to cool down. The tiny tots can run, crawl, and slide and interact with gentle farm animals while you escape the heat.
- DUPLO Splash and Play is a water area that you can play in and cool off in with your little ones.
- DUPLO Tractor allows your kiddos to ride a tractor and plow cornfields. There is a height minimum on this one. If your tot is under 42 inches, they need a companion to supervise.
- DUPLO Train is a fun train ride that allows your little ones to see rolling farms, fishing holes, and campgrounds. This ride has a height minimum of 34 inches.
If your kiddo is under the height minimum, they will need a companion to ride with them and supervise.
LEGO Kingdoms
Are you ready to step into a LEGO storybook kingdom? In the LEGO Kingdoms, you can adventure with Merlin, ride a dragon, and joust. For your kiddos who love fantasy and storybooks, this is the perfect area.
Land of Adventure
The Land of Adventure is great for visitors of all ages and is full of hidden tombs and treasures to uncover! In this area of the park, you can go on a safari in a jeep, ride the Coastersaurus wooden roller coaster, and more.
Pharaoh’s Revenge is always a fun time too! Here you’ll be about to fire soft foam balls at enemies and explore the maze of the Pharaoh’s kingdom. If you start getting a little hungry while here, it’s the perfect time to check out Adventure Snacks and Dino Ice Cream!
LEGO City
Don’t block us if you don’t like our LEGO jokes, but take a LEGO City trip instead! LEGO City is a small city where your kiddos will get the chance to take over.
They can learn to drive cars and boats — including fire trucks and police cars. There are also special areas of this city dedicated to your toddler.
While your six- to thirteen-year-old attends Ford Driving School to earn their LEGOLAND driver’s license, your toddler can attend Ford Jr. Driving School and earn a license as well.
Imagination Zone
Knock, knock. Who’s there? Iguana. Iguana who? Iguana play with LEGOs all day long!
You cannot visit LEGOLAND without playing with LEGOs. The Imagination Zone has everything you need to let your imagination run wild. Visit the Building Zone and create all types of buildings with a variety of LEGO bricks. In the Creation Zone, you can build, design, and decorate the walls with your very own creation.
Do you want to build something that flies? Visit the Flight Zone and send your creation flying in races against other kiddos’ creations. There’s even a flying school!
Maybe you and your little love wheels? There’s a whole area dedicated to building vehicles; it’s called the Wheels Zone where you can zoom your way to a victory as you send your creation racing down ramps.
Cypress Gardens
Cypress Gardens is where LEGOLAND was built, and you can still explore these botanical gardens! These gardens were actually the first attraction in the area and have been on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places since April of 2014.
LEGO NINJAGO World
Do your kids love the NINJAGO movies? They can find out if they are cut out to be ninjas in NINJAGO World! Here, your kiddos will get the chance to meet their favorite NINJAGO characters, climb a rock wall, hone their ninja skills, and construct a NINJAGO Monastery.
The LEGOLAND Florida Waterpark
Last but certainly not least, we can’t write this article without mentioning the LEGOLAND Waterpark! It deserves it’s own post. Here, you can build a boat, float the lazy river while building a raft, ride the waves in the wave pool, go flying down slides, and more. Another one of our favorite spots, this is one of our “must-dos” for those visiting Orlando, Florida! If you want to experience the waterpark, keep that in mind when purchasing your tickets.
Best Rides and Attractions
No trip to a theme park would be complete without the rides! Rides at LEGOLAND will leave you thrilled and create lasting memories. There are more than 50 rides, shows, and attractions designed for kids (and the young at heart) to love — rollercoasters, disc coasters, carousels, and more. Some rides do have height requirements, so be sure your LEGO fanatics meet the requirements before attempting to board.
While some rides will allow them to ride with a supervising companion, others will only let your kiddo ride if they meet the height requirement. Check out the map of LEGOLAND Florida by clicking the image below:
Where to Eat While Visiting
Do you know what LEGOs eat for dinner? Leggos! LEGO My Eggo.
After a day of adventures, keep your body fueled by visiting the restaurants at LEGOLAND. You will find burgers, tacos, pizza, ice cream, slushies, paninis, snacks, fried chicken, and more in the various LEGOLAND restaurants.
Some of the top restaurants that are fan favorites include:
- Burger Kitchen
- Fun Town Pizza and Pasta Buffet
- Market Restaurant
- Taco Everyday
- Granny’s Apple Fries
Annual Events
If you want your visit to LEGOLAND to have a little more fun, plan your trip around LEGOLAND’s annual events!
If you’re visiting during the fall months, Brick or Treat for Halloween is part of the cost of a regular ticket and happens several times over the month of October. Holidays at LEGOLAND are unique as well. During the last weekend of November and every weekend in December visit the LEGO Christmas Tree and catch some great seasonal shows.
How to Get LEGOLAND Florida Tickets
You can purchase a one- or two-day pass. LEGOLAND does have a waterpark, so if you and your kiddos want to play in the water, be sure to get the pass that includes the waterpark.
You can avoid the lines by buying your tickets before you head out to visit LEGOLAND attractions. Once you have your tickets, you are set to build your adventure. Plus, when you book with us it’s like an all-inclusive vacation in Orlando! Learn about purchasing tickets here.
Ready to Experience These Things to Do at LEGOLAND?
Your adventure is waiting! Create lasting memories with your family by visiting LEGOLAND and taking advantage of everything it has to offer. As you plan things to do at LEGOLAND, don’t forget to pick the perfect accommodations for your stay. As we mentioned above, this park is a short drive from the other popular Central Florida theme parks and our wide selection of Orlando vacation homes.
Contact us today for more information about our properties and how we can assist you in creating lasting memories! Our team is available 24/7 by phone or email.
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