Guidebook for the Runaway Beach Club Kissimmee area
Food Scene
American Food - Lots of variety. Great lunch soups and specials. Great Pizza!
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Uno Pizzeria & Grill
5350 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyAmerican Food - Lots of variety. Great lunch soups and specials. Great Pizza!
Kids love going to the T-Rex! Dinosaurs everywhere, some that move! Definitely a part of the Disney experience.
Good variety of food choices. Located at Disney Springs!
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T-Rex Cafe
1676 E Buena Vista DrKids love going to the T-Rex! Dinosaurs everywhere, some that move! Definitely a part of the Disney experience.
Good variety of food choices. Located at Disney Springs!
“Yummy food and great service!” Very clean and a huge selection of FRESH SALADS. Every possible vegetable you can think of. It's a "All you can eat buffet". They also have home made soups--about 6 different ones every day. Mac & cheese for the children. Breads, pizzas...
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Sweet Tomatoes
3236 Rolling Oaks Blvd“Yummy food and great service!” Very clean and a huge selection of FRESH SALADS. Every possible vegetable you can think of. It's a "All you can eat buffet". They also have home made soups--about 6 different ones every day. Mac & cheese for the children. Breads, pizzas...
Fantastic restaurant very reasonably priced,great food with excellent service.
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Texas Roadhouse
7973 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyFantastic restaurant very reasonably priced,great food with excellent service.
Bonefish Grill
7801 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyGreat Restaurant!
Flippers Pizzeria
5770 US-192Delicious!
If you would like to walk to a restaurant, the two closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
Great Burgers!
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Five Guys
6240 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyIf you would like to walk to a restaurant, the two closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
Great Burgers!
Tarantino's Italian Restaurant
2095 E Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyWonderful Italian Food!
This restaurant has very good atmosphere and service. The food was delicious and the price affordable.
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Sakura Asian Fusion
7618 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyThis restaurant has very good atmosphere and service. The food was delicious and the price affordable.
The Knife Parilla Argentina
12501 FL-535Great Food!
If you would like to walk to a restaurant, the closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
Very convenient to the resort. Good assortment of food.
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Miller's Ale House - Osceola/535
3151 Vineland RoadIf you would like to walk to a restaurant, the closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
Very convenient to the resort. Good assortment of food.
There are a number of great restaurants from Arby's to Olive Garden right outside our door. Most are along Irlo Bronson Parkway. From the main entrance, turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then left on Poinciana Boulevard. There are many great restaurants both right and left on Irlo Bronson Memorial Parkway (192). Very convenient to the condo. Good family restaurant.
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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
8136 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyThere are a number of great restaurants from Arby's to Olive Garden right outside our door. Most are along Irlo Bronson Parkway. From the main entrance, turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then left on Poinciana Boulevard. There are many great restaurants both right and left on Irlo Bronson Memorial Parkway (192). Very convenient to the condo. Good family restaurant.
Really great Home Cooking at this Disney Springs Favorite!
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Chef Art Smith's Homecomin'
1602 E Buena Vista DrReally great Home Cooking at this Disney Springs Favorite!
There are many great restaurants at Disney Springs. It is convenient to the condo and free to park there. Lake Buena Vista is close to Runaway Beach Club (basically in and around the Disney Springs area). Disney Springs has many wonderful restaurants --- make reservations by using the Disney dining site.
There are also many other good restaurants in this area. You can use the Open Table site for a lot of the restaurant reservations – it is a good site.
“Disney Springs is an outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment complex at the Walt Disney World Resort.” If you like to shop (or window shop), you’ll enjoy this attractive shopping and restaurant zone, which also offers some great FREE entertainment. It is close-by, free and has restaurants, shops (including huge Disney and LEGO stores), and movies. The entire family will enjoy eating at T-Rex and Rainforest Café. Other restaurants include House of Blues, Fulton’s Crab House, Wolfgang Puck (and Wolfgang Puck Express), Raglan Road Irish Pub, Portobello Country Italian Trattoria, Paradiso 37, and Planet Hollywood. Reservations recommended at the more popular restaurants (such as Rainforest Café). Or go at off-hours. Expect a wait during peak hours. This is a great way to have the Disney experience. No entrance fee, no parking fees. It’s quite nice and a pleasant place to stroll in the evenings. You can also catch Disney transportation from Disney Springs to the Disney resort hotels, where there are additional restaurants.
Parking is complimentary in the lots surrounding Disney Springs. Look for signs directing you to available parking. After 5:00 PM weekdays and on weekends, find additional parking in adjacent lots across the street.
Disney Springs
There are many great restaurants at Disney Springs. It is convenient to the condo and free to park there. Lake Buena Vista is close to Runaway Beach Club (basically in and around the Disney Springs area). Disney Springs has many wonderful restaurants --- make reservations by using the Disney dining site.
There are also many other good restaurants in this area. You can use the Open Table site for a lot of the restaurant reservations – it is a good site.
“Disney Springs is an outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment complex at the Walt Disney World Resort.” If you like to shop (or window shop), you’ll enjoy this attractive shopping and restaurant zone, which also offers some great FREE entertainment. It is close-by, free and has restaurants, shops (including huge Disney and LEGO stores), and movies. The entire family will enjoy eating at T-Rex and Rainforest Café. Other restaurants include House of Blues, Fulton’s Crab House, Wolfgang Puck (and Wolfgang Puck Express), Raglan Road Irish Pub, Portobello Country Italian Trattoria, Paradiso 37, and Planet Hollywood. Reservations recommended at the more popular restaurants (such as Rainforest Café). Or go at off-hours. Expect a wait during peak hours. This is a great way to have the Disney experience. No entrance fee, no parking fees. It’s quite nice and a pleasant place to stroll in the evenings. You can also catch Disney transportation from Disney Springs to the Disney resort hotels, where there are additional restaurants.
Parking is complimentary in the lots surrounding Disney Springs. Look for signs directing you to available parking. After 5:00 PM weekdays and on weekends, find additional parking in adjacent lots across the street.
If you would like to walk to a restaurant, the closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
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Tropico Mofongo
3160 Vineland RdIf you would like to walk to a restaurant, the closest are Miller’s Ale House, Tropico Mofongo, and Five Guys. They are located close to Walmart and Publix, on Vineland.
You can also walk to Olive Garden using back streets.
Entertainment & Activities
Parque Temático Magic Kingdom
1180 Seven Seas DriveEpcot
200 Epcot Center DrDisney's Hollywood Studios
351 S Studio DrParque Temático Disney's Animal Kingdom
2901 Osceola PkwySea World - 10-20 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 71, and follow signs to main entrance.
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SeaWorld Orlando
7007 Sea World DrSea World - 10-20 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 71, and follow signs to main entrance.
Universal Studios - 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Depending on the day, the entrance to Universal will either be 74A or 74B. There are several electronic signs to alert you which entrance is in use when you visit.
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Universal's Islands of Adventure
6000 Universal BlvdUniversal Studios - 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Depending on the day, the entrance to Universal will either be 74A or 74B. There are several electronic signs to alert you which entrance is in use when you visit.
Universal Studios - 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Depending on the day, the entrance to Universal will either be 74A or 74B. There are several electronic signs to alert you which entrance is in use when you visit.
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Universal Orlando Resort
6000 Universal BlvdUniversal Studios - 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic
From main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Depending on the day, the entrance to Universal will either be 74A or 74B. There are several electronic signs to alert you which entrance is in use when you visit.
Old Town
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial HwyLEGOLAND Florida Resort
1 Legoland WayLots of fun for the entire family and great food at this dinner theater. Very convenient and an easy drive.
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
4510 W Vine StLots of fun for the entire family and great food at this dinner theater. Very convenient and an easy drive.
Gatorland
14501 S Orange Blossom Trlunusual amusement, to see Gators!
Pirate's Dinner Adventure
6400 Carrier DrFun for the entire family
Madame Tussauds
8387 International DrWax Museum. Something different!
There is great entertainment at Disney Springs. (Bowling, Movies, and more!) There is often free outside entertainment for everyone to enjoy! It is convenient to the condo and free to park there.
Disney Springs
There is great entertainment at Disney Springs. (Bowling, Movies, and more!) There is often free outside entertainment for everyone to enjoy! It is convenient to the condo and free to park there.
An attraction unto itself, Celebration is the master-planned town developed by Disney. There's a nice little downtown area with great restaurants (like the Columbia and Celebration Town Tavern) and several specialty shops. From the main entrance, turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then left on Poinciana Boulevard. Turn right on Irlo Bronson Memorial Parkway (192), and go 2.3 miles where you'll turn left on Celebration Avenue. After about a mile and a half, you'll come to the middle of downtown Celebration. There are several parking lots and some street parking as well.
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Celebration Farmers Market
721 Front StAn attraction unto itself, Celebration is the master-planned town developed by Disney. There's a nice little downtown area with great restaurants (like the Columbia and Celebration Town Tavern) and several specialty shops. From the main entrance, turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then left on Poinciana Boulevard. Turn right on Irlo Bronson Memorial Parkway (192), and go 2.3 miles where you'll turn left on Celebration Avenue. After about a mile and a half, you'll come to the middle of downtown Celebration. There are several parking lots and some street parking as well.
Driving Directions to Disney World from the Condo:
It is an easy drive to Disney World. The condo is 3.5 miles from Disney World property, but since Disney World is quite large, the distance to drive anywhere depends on where you are going. As soon as you enter Disney World property, there are signs everywhere directing you. The closest parks to the condo are Epcot Center, which is 6.7 miles from the condo and Hollywood Studios, which is 6.8 miles. Magic Kingdom is 10.3 miles. Parking at Disney World is $25 per car (however, this fee is subject to change). You will be given a receipt and it is good all day at any of the various Disney theme parks.
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way (go 442 ft)
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go under W. Osceola Pkway (go .2 miles)
3. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. (go 1.4 miles)
4. Turn left onto World Center Dr., which becomes World Center Pkwy. (go 2 miles)
This street will take you directly into Walt Disney World. The street becomes Epcot Center Drive. There are signs everywhere within Disney World to direct you where you need to go.
Another way to go – By Tollroad (around $2 – exact change in quarters required )
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way (go 442 ft)
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go to W. Osceola Pkway (.1 - .2 miles)
3. Take Osceola Pkway Tollroad (west) ramp (.1 miles)
4. Follow the Osceola Pkway Tollroad west toward Disney World (go 3.1 miles). Follow signs within Disneyworld to your destination park.
The time of day and traffic may determine which way is better. Personally, I prefer the second route for Animal Kingdom, Blizzard Beach, or Wide World of Sports. For all other destinations I drive the first route. Hollywood Studios is probably not that different either way. But you may have preference.
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Walt Disney World Resort
Driving Directions to Disney World from the Condo:
It is an easy drive to Disney World. The condo is 3.5 miles from Disney World property, but since Disney World is quite large, the distance to drive anywhere depends on where you are going. As soon as you enter Disney World property, there are signs everywhere directing you. The closest parks to the condo are Epcot Center, which is 6.7 miles from the condo and Hollywood Studios, which is 6.8 miles. Magic Kingdom is 10.3 miles. Parking at Disney World is $25 per car (however, this fee is subject to change). You will be given a receipt and it is good all day at any of the various Disney theme parks.
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way (go 442 ft)
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go under W. Osceola Pkway (go .2 miles)
3. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. (go 1.4 miles)
4. Turn left onto World Center Dr., which becomes World Center Pkwy. (go 2 miles)
This street will take you directly into Walt Disney World. The street becomes Epcot Center Drive. There are signs everywhere within Disney World to direct you where you need to go.
Another way to go – By Tollroad (around $2 – exact change in quarters required )
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way (go 442 ft)
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go to W. Osceola Pkway (.1 - .2 miles)
3. Take Osceola Pkway Tollroad (west) ramp (.1 miles)
4. Follow the Osceola Pkway Tollroad west toward Disney World (go 3.1 miles). Follow signs within Disneyworld to your destination park.
The time of day and traffic may determine which way is better. Personally, I prefer the second route for Animal Kingdom, Blizzard Beach, or Wide World of Sports. For all other destinations I drive the first route. Hollywood Studios is probably not that different either way. But you may have preference.
Drinks & Nightlife
Many great restaurants and nighttime entertainment
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Universal CityWalk
6000 Universal BlvdMany great restaurants and nighttime entertainment
Many great restaurants and nighttime entertainment
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Disney Springs
1486 Buena Vista DrMany great restaurants and nighttime entertainment
Very Fun Atmospheric Place, at Disney Springs. Great Food.
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House of Blues
1490 E Buena Vista DrVery Fun Atmospheric Place, at Disney Springs. Great Food.
Really Fun Irish Pub. Great Food. Irish Music and River Dancing at certain times.
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Raglan Road Irish Pub
1640 Buena Vista DrReally Fun Irish Pub. Great Food. Irish Music and River Dancing at certain times.
Sightseeing
Cocoa Beach
North Atlantic AvenueNearby Beach
Kennedy Space Center
Fun for the entire family!
Groceries and Misc Purchases
Directions to Walmart (3250 Vineland Rd) from the Condo (around 1/2 mile):
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go under W. Osceola Pkway
3. Turn left onto Oxford Drive. You should see Walmart up ahead on your left.
If you miss Oxford Drive, you can turn left on the next street, Vineland, and then another left to reach Walmart.
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Walmart Supercenter
3250 Vineland RdDirections to Walmart (3250 Vineland Rd) from the Condo (around 1/2 mile):
1. From Runaway Beach Club, turn left onto Calypso Cay Way
2. Take the 1st right onto N Poinciana Blvd and go under W. Osceola Pkway
3. Turn left onto Oxford Drive. You should see Walmart up ahead on your left.
If you miss Oxford Drive, you can turn left on the next street, Vineland, and then another left to reach Walmart.
The Publix Super Market at Sunrise City Plaza is a very nice, newish store with a good selection of grocery items and is located at 3221 Vineland Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
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Publix Super Market at Sunrise City Plaza
3221 Vineland RdThe Publix Super Market at Sunrise City Plaza is a very nice, newish store with a good selection of grocery items and is located at 3221 Vineland Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
There is also a Wawa’s, which is a very nice convenience store right across from Walmart on N Poinciana Blvd. The Wawa offers a large fresh food service selection, including built-to-order hoagies , freshly brewed coffee , hot breakfast sandwiches , built-to-order specialty beverages, and an assortment of soups, sides and snacks.
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Wawa
3140 Vineland RdThere is also a Wawa’s, which is a very nice convenience store right across from Walmart on N Poinciana Blvd. The Wawa offers a large fresh food service selection, including built-to-order hoagies , freshly brewed coffee , hot breakfast sandwiches , built-to-order specialty beverages, and an assortment of soups, sides and snacks.
Shopping / Outlet Stores
Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores (1 mile)
Stores offer factory direct, premium quality merchandise. Outlet favorites Include: Aeropostale, American Swimwear, Carter’s, Converse Shoes, Dressbarn and Dressbarn Woman, Eddie Bauer Outlet, Fossil, G by GUESS, Gap Outlet, Izod, Levi’s® Outlet Store, Loft Outlet, NikeFactoryStore, Old Navy Outlet featuring outlet exclusives; OshKosh, Reebok, Samsonite, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Travelpro, Under Armour, VF Outlet, VanHeusen, Vitamin World, Wilsons Leather Outlet and many more! Shoppers love the spacious shops and village setting with convenient store front parking. Stop by the Center Food Court or Internet Café – World of Coffee for specialty coffees, desserts and a wide selection of favorite food items. Relax in the Florida sunshine as children play in the playground. The Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores provides a FREE scheduled shopping shuttle to and from Runaway Beach Club and neighboring resorts. Call ahead to confirm transportation times.
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Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
15657 S Apopka Vineland RdLake Buena Vista Factory Stores (1 mile)
Stores offer factory direct, premium quality merchandise. Outlet favorites Include: Aeropostale, American Swimwear, Carter’s, Converse Shoes, Dressbarn and Dressbarn Woman, Eddie Bauer Outlet, Fossil, G by GUESS, Gap Outlet, Izod, Levi’s® Outlet Store, Loft Outlet, NikeFactoryStore, Old Navy Outlet featuring outlet exclusives; OshKosh, Reebok, Samsonite, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Travelpro, Under Armour, VF Outlet, VanHeusen, Vitamin World, Wilsons Leather Outlet and many more! Shoppers love the spacious shops and village setting with convenient store front parking. Stop by the Center Food Court or Internet Café – World of Coffee for specialty coffees, desserts and a wide selection of favorite food items. Relax in the Florida sunshine as children play in the playground. The Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores provides a FREE scheduled shopping shuttle to and from Runaway Beach Club and neighboring resorts. Call ahead to confirm transportation times.
Orlando Premium Outlets (4951 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 - 14.2 miles) has something for everyone. Here you'll find big names like Polo and Nike, alongside even more luxury brands, like Neiman Marcus and Escada. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 75A (Universal Blvd. toward International Drive), and turn left on International. Go half a mile and turn left on Grand National. The entrance will be on your left. You can also stay on International, but there may be more traffic.
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Orlando International Premium Outlets
4951 International DrOrlando Premium Outlets (4951 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 - 14.2 miles) has something for everyone. Here you'll find big names like Polo and Nike, alongside even more luxury brands, like Neiman Marcus and Escada. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 75A (Universal Blvd. toward International Drive), and turn left on International. Go half a mile and turn left on Grand National. The entrance will be on your left. You can also stay on International, but there may be more traffic.
Orlando Premium Outlets – Vineland (8200 Vineland Ave, Orlando - 4.3 miles) From the standards, like Polo and Gap, to the luxurious, like Tag Heuer and Barney's, Orlando Premium Outlets is one of the best outlet malls in the country. It also happens to be very close. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland Road to Vineland Avenue (2.6 miles), and turn right. The entrance will be on your right.
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Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
8200 Vineland AveOrlando Premium Outlets – Vineland (8200 Vineland Ave, Orlando - 4.3 miles) From the standards, like Polo and Gap, to the luxurious, like Tag Heuer and Barney's, Orlando Premium Outlets is one of the best outlet malls in the country. It also happens to be very close. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland Road to Vineland Avenue (2.6 miles), and turn right. The entrance will be on your right.
Mall at Millennia (4200 Conroy Rd, Orlando - 13.3 miles)
Orlando's best known mall offers everything from high end boutiques and department stores like Tommy Bahama and Bloomindale's to technology like Apple to great dining like Cheesecake Factory and Brio. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 78 (Conroy Road), and turn right on Conroy. The mall is on the right.
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The Mall at Millenia
4200 Conroy RdMall at Millennia (4200 Conroy Rd, Orlando - 13.3 miles)
Orlando's best known mall offers everything from high end boutiques and department stores like Tommy Bahama and Bloomindale's to technology like Apple to great dining like Cheesecake Factory and Brio. From the main entrance turn left on Calypso Cay Way, then right on Poinciana Boulevard. Go .3 miles and turn left on Vineland Road (535). Take Vineland to I-4 (2.7 miles), and get on I-4 East. Take Exit 78 (Conroy Road), and turn right on Conroy. The mall is on the right.