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The Orange County Regional History CentervsUniversal Islands of Adventure
Both are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Universal's Islands of Adventure ranks marginally better than The Orange County Regional History Center. Universal's Islands of Adventure scores 77 with recommendations from 3 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, concierge.com and Michelin Guide.
The Orange County Regional History Center
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Where
Frommer's
65 East Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801
From $0/night
Fodor's "Exhibits here take you on a journey back in time to discover how Florida's Paleo-Indians hunted and fished the land." Full review
Lonely Planet "Permanent exhibits cover prehistoric Florida, European exploration and settlement, and citrus production, among other things." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Four floors of engaging exhibits that highlight Central Florida's colorful history." Full review
Where "Journey through the region’s fascinating transition from Indian settlement to small citrus and cattle town to today’s worldwide destination." Full review
Frommer's "In this underrated museum... head first to the fourth floor, where the timeline starts 12,000 years in the past and work your way down." 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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