The Atlas Obscura Guide To

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8 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Orlando, Florida

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Discovery Island

Orlando, Florida

Discovery Island

Disney's abandoned animal island is now an overgrown ruin that was almost the coolest attraction ever.

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A handsome specimen.

Orlando, Florida

Carmine Oddities Boutique

Human skulls and a stuffed goat made into a rocking chair can be found at this strange little store.

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A circa 1971 advertisement for Shawnee Airlines, describing their flights into Walt Disney World.

Orlando, Florida

"Singing Runway" at the Abandoned Disney World Airport

The only runway directly into the magic kingdom has been closed since 1972, but it still sings to you if you drive fast enough.

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Jack Kerouac's house

Orlando, Florida

Jack Kerouac House

The humble final home where the famous beat author wrote one of his most famous works a popular pilgrimage site for fans on the road.

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Skeletons and skulls on display.

Orlando, Florida

Skeletons: Museum of Osteology

Hundreds of skulls and bones at the largest skeleton museum in the country.

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The floral clock is 50 feet across.

Orlando, Florida

Harry P. Leu Gardens

A vast array of tropical plants collected by a vacationing couple.

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Actors depicting Christ's crucifixion at the Holy Land Experience

Orlando, Florida

The Holy Land Experience

A mega theme park-wax museum mélange containing all things biblical.

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Global Convergence.

Orlando, Florida

Global Convergence Sculpture

Remarkably realistic Florida shoal bass "swim" inside this large globoid sculpture.

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