16 Great Museums and Galleries in Orlando
Orlando's Best Museums and Art Exhibitions
The diverse range of museums and galleries in Orlando are sure to surprise many who thought the city was just about cotton candy and fairground rides. With a proud artistic tradition in Florida and a council that are committed to preserving the best of Orlando’s heritage, art and culture fans have a whole lot of choice when it comes to museums, galleries and art spaces. With this being Orlando, you can also expect some more lighthearted and fun museums for children of all ages.
We have listed some of the most popular Orlando museums and galleries – note that some are located in different areas of the city, which means you may need your own transport to visit most of the venues in this list.
Ideal para: História, Foto, Econômico
The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens occupies the historic home of Czech sculptor, Albin Polasek. While the property is small, it provides the chance to be close to the artwork and take great photographs. Join the museum’s tour, which includes a short video which explains the history of the property. It also gives a better understanding of the sculptures and why Polasek created them. Each sculpture tells the story of Polasek and represents different times in his life. Leia mais
Localização: 633 Osceola Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-647-6294
Albin Polasek Museum
Ideal para: História, Foto, Econômico
The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe is a Catholic place of worship, featuring a majestic 2,000-seat main church. Mosaics, paintings, and stained glass adorn the walls of the church, and a professional in-residence chorus makes up the Basilica Choir. You’re welcome to attend mass, which takes place throughout the week, as well as experience the lush Rosary Garden and Basilica’s beautiful outdoor chapel, the Museum of Christian Art. Leia mais
Localização: 8300 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821, USA
Telefone: +1 407-239-6600
Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe
Ideal para: Famílias, História, Alimentação
Chocolate Kingdom Orlando lets you discover how chocolate is created, from the bean to the bar and from the bar to your tummy. A visit to this interactive centre takes you through a Cacao Tree Greenhouse, onto the Mystical River of Chocolate and finally on the Micro Batch Bean-to-the-Bar tour to find out more about the machinery involved in making chocolate. The unique tour lasts about 45 minutes, and lets you buy your own customised chocolate bar to keep at the end. Leia mais
Localização: 9901 Hawaiian Ct, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Abre: Daily from 10.30 am to 6 pm
Telefone: +1 407-705-3475
Chocolate Kingdom
Ideal para: História, Foto, Econômico
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum displays the world’s largest collection of pieces by Louis Comfort Tiffany, as well as perfectly-preserved American decorative arts from the 19th and 20th centuries. A striking exhibit is the reconstructed remains of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s 1893 chapel, made for the World’s Columbian Exposition. The chapel measures 39 feet long and 23 feet wide, featuring mosaics, colourful windows, and Byzantine-Romanesque architecture. Leia mais
Localização: 445 N Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from 9.30 am to 4 pm, Friday from 9.30 am to 8 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-645-5311
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Ideal para: Famílias, História
Cornell Fine Arts Museum Orlando has over 5,000 exceptional exhibits on display, from antique art to contemporary art. Located in Rollin’s College, it’s right in the heart of Winter Park and overlooks the stunning Lake Virginia. The museum’s collections include the only European Old Masters collection in the Orlando area, along with contemporary American pieces. You’ll see over 500 paintings, 1,600 prints, drawings, photographs, and archaeological artefacts from the 14th to the 20th centuries. Leia mais
Localização: Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Friday from 10 am to 4 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-646-2526
Cornell Fine Arts Museum Orlando
Ideal para: Vida noturna
The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is an arts complex in Downtown Orlando, hosting numerous shows and events. The venue features a 2,700-seat theatre hall for the Broadway plays that take place several times a month. There’s also a 1,700-seat venue for smaller events such as ballet recitals, orchestral performances and award ceremonies. The Dr. Phillips Center offers free ‘Curiosity Tours’ on Saturday mornings, though it’s best to reserve your spot online as only 20 people can take part in each session. Leia mais
Localização: 445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
Abre: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefone: +1 407-839-0119
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Ideal para: História, Foto, Econômico
The Holy Land Experience offers interactive exhibits and shows set in ancient Jerusalem. The museum aims to educate visitors about Christianity in a fun yet respectful manner – its daily productions recount the events that transpired during the life of Jesus Christ. You get to explore a replica of the Garden Tomb and walk through golden arches framing the impressive Great Temple. Leia mais
Localização: 4655 Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32811, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-872-2272
Holy Land Experience
Ideal para: Famílias, História
The Kennedy Space Center is a fully operational NASA launch centre, as well as a popular family attraction in Orlando. Its visitor centre has plenty to keep the whole family occupied for the entire day, with highlights including the original Atlantis Space Shuttle, a Saturn V moon rocket, a 3D IMAX theatre, a launch simulator and the Astronaut Hall of Fame. If you’re in Orlando at the right time, you’ll have an opportunity to see actual launches – a full schedule is available on their website. Leia mais
Localização: Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953, USA
Abre: Daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Telefone: +1 855-433-4210
Kennedy Space Center
Ideal para: Foto
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Orlando displays life-like wax figures of celebrities, sports stars and historical figures. There are 6 sections for you to explore and find your favourite celeb to pose with and photograph.
Get up-close and personal with Albert Einstein, the President of the United States, Michael Jackson, Shrek and even Angelina Jolie. There are true-life wax representations of pretty much all of the most popular and influential people. Leia mais
Localização: ICON Orlando 360, 8387 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Abre: Monday–Sunday from 10 am to 10 pm, Friday–Saturday from 10 am to 11 pm
Telefone: +1 866-630-8315
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Ideal para: História, Foto, Econômico
The Mennello Museum of American Art is a rotating exhibition featuring American art of all genres and periods. A must-see at this prestigious Orlando art gallery is the permanent collection of paintings by self-taught artist Earl Cunningham. You can also explore the Sculpture Garden, which merges into the Orlando Urban Trail bicycle and pedestrian path. Leia mais
Localização: 900 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 4.30 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-246-4278
Mennello Musuem of American Art
Ideal para: História, Econômico
Visit the Orange County Regional History Center for an insight into Florida’s rich heritage. Located in the city’s old courthouse, exhibits are spread across 4 floors of the non-profit museum. It details around 12,000 years of Florida’s history, including some interactive displays about Walt Disney.
The Orange County Regional History Center is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution, which means several unique exhibitions and events also take place throughout the year. Leia mais
Localização: 65 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
Abre: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm
Telefone: +1 407-836-8500
Orange County Regional History Center
Ideal para: Famílias, História
The Orlando Museum of Art is one of the oldest and most renowned in the Central Florida area, featuring nationally recognised exhibits. Every first Thursday of the month (6pm to 9pm), you can discover new local artists, listen to live music and check out the museum’s featured exhibition. The Orlando Museum of Art is located on Mills Avenue, just 5 minutes from the Orlando Science Center. Leia mais
Localização: 2416 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Abre: Tuesday–Friday from 10 am to 4 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +1 407-896-4231
Orlando Museum of Art
Ideal para: Famílias, História
Orlando Science Center displays an array of exhibits and hands-on activities just outside of Downtown Orlando. A must-see is Nature Works, a huge space on the ground floor that details much of the surrounding Central Florida wildlife and ecosystems. A popular area for younger children is Kids Town, a miniature town full of fun and interactive games. The 4th floor of Orlando Science Center has a Dino Digs area, where you can uncover fossilised dinosaurs and inspect huge dinosaur eggs. Leia mais
Localização: 777 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
Abre: Thursday–Tuesday from 10 am to 5 pm (closed on Wednesdays)
Telefone: +1 407-514-2000
Orlando Science Center
14. Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Museum
Ideal para: Famílias, História, Viagens alternativas
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium contains so many items, photographs and interactive exhibits that you won’t believe are real, from shrunken human heads to bizarre animal oddities. Located on International Drive, you definitely won’t miss this crazy building, which looks like it’s sinking into the ground… believe it or not!
Localização: 8201 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Abre: Daily from 9 am to midnight
Telefone: +1 407-345-0501
Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Museum
15. Skeletons: Animals Unveiled
Ideal para: História, Foto, Viagens alternativas
Skeletons: Animals Unveiled Orlando is one of the largest skeleton museums in the world. This family-owned centre has over 40 exhibits, with nearly 500 real skeletons from around the world. You’ll also see large skeletons of elephants, as well as tiny birds and mice – don’t worry, as all animals in the exhibit died of natural causes. Some of the skeletons in the museum took up to 500 hours to collect, clean, and display.
Localização: ICON Orlando 360, 8441 International Dr Suite 250, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Abre: Daily from 10 am to 10 pm
Telefone: +1 407-203-6999
Skeletons: Animals Unveiled
Ideal para: História, Foto
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition in Orlando is where you can see genuine artefacts of the iconic ship, which were recovered from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. You can learn more about the fateful events which led to its tragic sinking at this interactive centre.
Join a fully-guided tour of the 20,000-sq-ft museum, where you can see trained actors playing crucial characters of the time. The exhibition also displays over 400 pieces from the original ship, including the second largest piece of Titanic that has been recovered so far. Leia mais
Localização: 7324 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
Abre: Friday–Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm, Sunday–Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm
Telefone: +1 407-248-1166
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
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