These are the best theme parks in Florida, from Disney to Universal and beyond.

Its also the home of Disney World’s newest ride,TRON Lightcycle/ Run, a thrilling roller coaster.

World Showcase features 11 different countries presenting their cultures through shopping, dining, and attractions.

Star Wars land in Hollywood Studios

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And park newcomer, Mickey & Minnies Runaway Railway, is pure family fun.

The park explores vast cultures of the globe, from Africa to Asia, within scenic lands.

Its pinnacle, Pandora The World of Avatar, will impressAvatarfilm superfans and casual viewers alike.

Rollercoaster in Magic Kingdom

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And I hope it never gets rid of the classics, like the E.T.

Adventure dark ride and Men in Black Alien Attack.

Epcot Ball

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While the attractions may focus on younger guests, this is really a park for everyone.

I could spend hours exploring Miniland and its large-scale Lego structures portraying iconic cities around the globe.

The parks signature apple fries are worth a visit alone.

Animal Kingdom

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Theres a rich backstory as you visit a former tropical paradise thats been wrecked by a typhoon.

Snacks abound, including delicious Caribbean-inspired bites and even the famous Dole Whip.

The park is 25 acres of pure South Pacific-inspired paradise centered around a 200-foot human-made volcano.

Universal Studios Globe

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Plus, Universal flexes its culinary skills with inventive foods so good youll forget youre at a water park.

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Comic Strip Cafe at Universal Island of Adventure

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Entrance to Legoland Florida Resort,

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A spiraling yellow roller coaster gives riders a thrill at Busch Gardens amusement and wildlife park in Tampa, Florida.

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Wave pool at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

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Volcano Bay

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