Car Hire Orlando and Free ThingsTo Do in Orlando
Planning a vacation on a budget is never easy, what with skyrocketing gas prices and expensive event tickets; but wait - there's still hope! The city of Orlando is proud to provide budget savvy tourists with numerous money saving attractions, including everything from parks and recreational areas to museums and gardens! Traveling on a budget has never been so easy! Here in Orlando you'll find loads of cool, cheap attractions, along with a variety of completely FREE establishments, dedicated to providing you with the best of experiences. Whether you're traveling alone or with a whole group of Orlando car hire friends, American Car Rental has the FREE attraction that's perfect for you so read on and get ready to save some serious money!
Museums
The Orlando area is overflowing with wonderful museums and cultural centers that are both beautiful and budget minded. The following museums are open to the public free of charge, so be sure to stop by in your Orlando car hire!
- The Cornell Fine Arts Museum
Located at Rollins College, the Cornell Fine Arts Museum has been dubbed "one of the finest college art museums in the entire Southeast". With over 6,000 pieces in its collection the Cornell Fine Arts Museum is proud to provide visitors with a wonderful range of Renaissance and Baroque period paintings. Featuring one of the oldest collections in all of Florida, the Cornell Fine Arts Museum is a must-visit for art lovers of any age so be sure to stop by in your upcoming Orlando car hire.
- The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Educational Center in Central Florida
This informative center is dedicated to remembering the millions of men, women and children lost during the Nazi rule of Germany. Events of the Holocaust are displayed in chronological order at this memorial center, along with a monumental memorial wall. (Although there is currently no fee to visit this museum, you may be charged a minimal fee to park your Orlando car hire.)
Parks and Recreation Areas
If you're looking to get outside and enjoy the sunshine during your upcoming Orlando vacation be sure to visit some of the amazing recreational areas and parks located throughout the city! American Car Rental recommends the following spots:
- Kelly Park
Located in Orange County, Kelly Park is a great place to relax during a long, hot Orlando afternoon. With over 248-acres of outdoor fun and excitement, it's hard to decide just what to do first! Built around one of the areas crystal clear springs, Kelly Park is home to a variety of wonderful water-sports and rock-climbing hotspots, so get ready for an afternoon of non-stop fun!
*American Car Rental Tip: Before embarking on your day at Kelly Park be sure to stop and pick-up an inflatable inner tube at a local sports store. Kelly Park is home to one of the area's most beautiful streams – perfect for a tranquil tube ride!
- The Ocala National Forest
Known as Central Florida's largest national forest, Ocala National Forest is a maze of exciting trails, bike paths and bubbling streams! Located just a short Orlando car hire drive from the city, Ocala National Forest is the perfect place to plan a picnic or enjoy an afternoon of wilderness hiking.
- The Harry P. Leu Gardens
This tranquil paradise is the perfect getaway for families tired of big city life. Located in the heart of Orlando, the Harry P. Leu Gardens are overflowing with beautiful orchids, azaleas, and even roses, creating the perfect place for a relaxing day! Admission to the Harry P. Leu Gardens is normally $5, but if you show up on Mondays between 9AM and noon you'll be treated to a morning of lush tropical lilies for free!
