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10,000 butterflies belonging to150 different species can be seen at the biggest butterfly park in the... world. The nicest thing is that the animals are very trusting. They might land on the visitors' head, the shoulder or the hand. The insects fly freely in well-climated aviaries amidst a rich, tropical plant kingdom. Because most butterflies are breeded locally, one can also see nymphs and caterpillars. Furthermore, exotic birds and fish live here. The different butterflies are explained at the associated museum. Living spiders, huge water bugs or palm-sized cockroaches in their terraria can be seen at the Bug Zoo. more

At Universal Studios one indulges in the world of succesful movies such as E.T., Shrek or Jaws. It is... still a working film studio, and if you are lucky, you might get to see a crew working on the set. Many attractions are offered, e.g. live shows, rollercoasters, make-up and special effect shows or a boat ride with shark attacks. Have you ever wanted to feel like Spiderman? Then you are just right at the Universal Island of Adventure. Here you can experience breathtaking rollercoasters or sail through Jurassic Park by boat. After the tour is done, the fun continues at City Walk, where a multiplex cinema, a concert hall of the Hard Rock Cafe Orlando, and the Blue Man Group as well as night clubs provide entertainment. more

The South Florida Art Center is not an art museum in a traditional sense since visitors can experience... art and artists up close - and everything free of charge. The charitable organisation provides contemporary artists with affordable studios. In three buildings (800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road), up to 85 artists can be observed through large windows while working. Guided tours are offered if booked in advance. All sorts of art genres are on display, ranging from paintings, photographies, video installations as well as sculptures. All works can also be purchased. Changing exhibitions take place in a gallery located right next to the Art Center more