Best hotels in Kissimmee
Star Island Resort & Club
5000 Avenue of the Stars, FL 34746
This kid-friendly resort hotel is a slice of paradise for couples and families with children. The Mediterranean-themed spa resort offers ocean-calm relaxation and luxury accommodation with all modern amenities. You’ll be perfectly situated to visit the traditional carnival Old Town and the Museum of Military History in Kissimmee.
Galleria Palms Hotel
3000 Maingate Lane, FL 34747
So close to Disney's Animal Kingdom that you can almost smell the rolling grasslands of the savannah. Right on the doorstep of Disneyland in Orlando, this is the perfect spot to drop your baggage and let loose. The place offers all modern amenities, friendly service and a relaxed ambiance.
Reunion Resort & Golf Club
7593 Gathering Drive, FL 34747
Get ready for new experiences and lasting memories in this family-friendly resort hotel in Kissimmee. There's something for everyone, from kids to golf-loving parents. On top of three award-winning spectacular golf courses, there's a tennis court, a yoga studio and a tropical water park for kids.
Best restaurants in Kissimmee
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
1804 W Vine Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Some of the best chimichangas and enchiladas in Kissimmee are found at the Mexican restaurant El Tapatio. While not overly spicy, the chef delivers mouth-watering textures of meat, soft shells and garden-fresh salads that blend harmoniously on tortillas. The ribeye dressed with ranchero sauce steals the show, served sizzling on a hot skillet.
The Italian Joint
215 Broadway, Kissimmee, FL 34741
For anyone craving a hearty Italian meal after a long day filled with adventure, there's The Italian Joint. Try the delicious zuppa with clam, shrimps and mussels on linguini served with rich tomato sauce.
4 River Smokehouse
874 W Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Fancy an evening with hickory-smoked chicken, pulled pork and hotdogs? 4 River Smokehouse is Kissimmee's answer to Alabama's famous pit-masters - one of the best BBQ restaurants in Florida. Try the smoky chopped brisket with pulled pork, or their 30-day-aged slow-smoked beef brisket.
Best things to do in Kissimmee
Fun Spot America Kissimmee
2850 Florida Plaza Boulevard, FL 34746
Kissimmee's own amusement park swaps Orlando's adrenaline-filled theme parks and hair-raising rides with relaxed vintage fun. Enjoy Mine Blower, Florida's only wooden rollercoaster with 360° inversion. The Vortex is a major blockbuster – a four-storey high, multi-level go-karting track with a steep banking curve.
Old Town Kissimmee
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, FL 34746
Think Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Elvis, and hop back in time. Old Town is a recreation of the old, a throwback to the days when visitors would swing to Johnny B. Goode. Stroll down the beautiful brick roads and enjoy a unique shopping and dining experience at Old Town.
Promenade at Sunset Walk
3251 Margaritaville Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34747
This is where it all happens, from shopping and dining to live gigs. This shopping complex is lined up tastefully with bars, shops, restaurants and cafes. There's even an authentic British pub serving fish and chips next to the tallest Big Ben replica in North America.