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Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme ParkvsUniversal Islands of Adventure
Disney's Animal Kingdom and Universal's Islands of Adventure are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Disney's Animal Kingdom ranks significantly higher than Universal's Islands of Adventure. Disney's Animal Kingdom ranks #2 in Orlando with recommendations from 8 publications like Afar Magazine, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Concierge
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Where Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Bear Island Road, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
Concierge "Added in 1998, Animal Kingdom is the most spacious Disney Park by a large margin (500 acres), although most of that belongs to the menagerie of exotic, free-roaming animals."
Frommer's "Disney's fourth major park opened in 1998 and combines exotic animals, the elaborate landscapes of Asia and Africa, and the prehistoric lands of the dinosaur." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Wild animals of every stripe can be seen here, in regionally themed habitats that are scattered across the park." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Claiming status as the world's largest animal-themed park... whimsy meets reality here." Full review
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The real stars of the park are the live animals, best experienced from an open-sided vehicle on the Kilimanjaro Safari.
Afar Magazine "The world showcase at Epoct is so fun, especially around the Food & Wine Fest which takes place in the Fall each year." Full review
Where "From live animals to dinosaurs and animal characters, your imagination runs wild in this beautifully designed park." Full review
Travel + Leisure "As you'd expect from the largest theme park in the world, Disney's Animal Kingdom has plenty of exotic animals living on its 580 acres"
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Frommer's "Disney's fourth major park opened in 1998 and combines exotic animals, the elaborate landscapes of Asia and Africa, and the prehistoric lands of the dinosaur" Full review
Universal Islands of Adventure Concierge Michelin Guide Where Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
Concierge "Considered by aficionados to be the best-designed amusement park on earth, IOA's designers spared little expense."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Boats depart from Port of Entry... for the five themed islands set around a large lagoon, though most visitors prefer to walk." Full review
Where "Everyone has fun with six uniquely themed islands: Seuss Landing, The Lost Continent, Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon, Marvel Super Hero Island and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This addition to Universal Studios Florida opened in 1999 and trumpeted the site's conversion into the Universal Orlando Resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This is a world-class theme park with some of the most technologically advanced attractions you'll find anywhere in the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Islands of Adventure has lands spanning a wide range of themes from kid-friendly Dr. Seuss to popular Harry Potter. Park highlights include thrilling rides like Jurassic World VelociCoaster"
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