Known affectionately as the “Alligator Capital of the World”, Gatorland is an Old Florida attraction that is worthy of a day trip. Only a 20-minute drive outside of Orlando, here you can get to know some of Florida’s earliest inhabitants. Suitable for kids and adults alike, visitors can watch reptilian shows, visit a splash park or take a photo of the rare white alligators. Those who feel really brave can try the park’s heart-pumping three-story observation tower or ride the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line over the active alligator marsh.

Gatorland has thousands of alligators, crocodiles, and other reptiles, some of which perform in daily shows and demonstrations. The "Alligator Jumparoo" show and "Gator Wrestlin'" are two examples. The facility is also home to rare leucistic alligators, which are white. A small train does rounds on the grounds, and an observation tower provides views of the breeding marsh and surrounding region. One of the more recent additions to Gatorland is the zipline that runs over the top of alligators and crocodiles. For the less adventurous there is still the self-guided swamp walk, and kids will enjoy the Gator Gully Splash Park.

Known as the Alligator Capital of the World, this 110-acre park and wildlife preserve offers a refreshing, outdoorsy break from the rides and attractions of theme parks like Universal Studios and Disney World. As well as ‘gators and the crocs, it is also home to an aviary, a petting zoo and a breeding marsh with observation tower.

Gatorland is a 110-acre amusement park and protected land situated along South Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando. "Alligator Capital of the World," Gatorland will give you access to view alligators and crocodiles, a reproducing swamp with a promenade and a viewing tower, reptile shows, aviary, petting zoo, swamp walk and instructive projects amongst other things. Gatorland purchases and saves crocodiles from trappers. These animals that might have been murdered for their meat and skin are given a proper habitat to stay in at the recreation center. There are also several other animals in Gatorland. There are several bird and reptile shows that take place throughout the day. Be sure to view one of them. They are both entertaining and informative. Families with older kids should certainly put this one on their itinerary. Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Orlando Itinerary 5 Days.