Labor Day Planner 2009

by Sandra Carr - Citysearch Contributor - 163 Reviews - 85 Lists

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Updated: August 14, 2009

Summer is coming to a close so end it with a bang this Labor Day weekend. Find out where to go and what to do in Citysearch’s guide. Maybe the beach is your scene or just hanging out at the park—whatever you decide, we have it covered. Make your plans now...

On this page:The Great Outdoors, Theme Park Hopping, Day-Tripping.

The Great Outdoors

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Wekiwa Springs State Park
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    1800 Wekiwa Cir, Apopka, FL 32712 (map)

    Cool off by diving into a natural spring or travel down one of the hiking trails. Work up an appetite and chow down at one of the picnic tables or pavilions on the property before calling it a day or pitch a tent and stay all weekend long.

  2. 2 Daytona Beach Rv Resort
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    4601 S Clyde Morris Blvd, Port Orange, FL 32129 (map)

    Pack your camping gear and set your compass toward Daytona Beach. Take advantage of the facility’s 50-foot pool and playground area before heading to the beach for a day of fun in the sun with the family.

  3. 3 Tosohatchee Wildlife Mgmt Area
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    3365 Taylor Creek Rd, Christmas, FL 32709 (map)

    Experience 28,000 acres of nature this Labor Day weekend at a Florida State park. Look for white-tailed deer, bobcat, fox squirrel, bald eagle, gray fox, turkey, hawks, owls and many species of songbirds along 19 miles of the St. Johns River while hiking, biking, horse-back riding or fishing with a permit.

  4. 4 Blanchard Park
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    2451 N Dean Rd, Orlando, FL 32817 (map)

    Take a relaxing canoe ride on the Little Econlockhatchee River, experience nature on hiking and biking trails or hit the volleyball court. Bring the family or hang out with friends while enjoying a picnic or park outing.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Captain's Cove
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    4380 Carraway Pl, Sanford, FL 32771 (map)

    Dive into a nautical, family-friendly restaurant, bar and pool trio located at the Boat Tree Marina in Sanford. The eatery provides indoor and outdoor dining, a view of the St. Johns River and a chance to cool off from the summer heat.

Theme Park Hopping

  1. 6 3.5 Star Rating: Average Sea World of Florida
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    7007 Sea World Dr, Orlando, FL 32821 (map)

    View sea life up close, watch Shamu do tricks, ride the steel sea monster the Kraken or take a journey to Atlantis at this Orlando amusement park. Adults and children find relief from the heat at the water park Aquatica and wee ones get whisked away, spun in jellyfish-themed seats or twirled around a giant waterspout in Shamu’s Happy Harbor.

  2. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Walt Disney World Resort
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    3111 World Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 (map)

    Hang out at Mickey and Minnie’s theme park during Labor Day weekend. Get wet while riding Splash Mountain at the Magic Kingdom, go high in the sky on Soarin’ or in orbit on Mission: SPACE at Epcot, sing your heart out at The American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios or ride the tracks on Expedition Everest at the Animal Kingdom.

  3. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Islands of Adventure
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    1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Orlando, FL 32819 (map)

    Experience thrill-rides based on comic book characters fighting for good and evil at this Orlando amusement park. Spend the day at Seuss Landing where Dr. Seuss' zany tales become a reality, take a dip on the Hulk rollercoaster or watch 3D action on the Spider Man simulated ride.

Day-Tripping

  1. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Ocala National Forest
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    40929 State Rd 19, Umatilla, FL 32784 (map)

    Travel to Ocala and set up camp in a natural preserve and get up close and personal with nature. Highlights include snorkeling, fishing and scenic hiking through the Silver Glen Spring Trail.

  2. 10 SunCruz Casino
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    610 Glencheek Drive, Port Canaveral, FL 32920 (map)

    View the Atlantic Ocean while rolling the dice and playing the tables or slots on a casino cruise ship. Shuttle services are available for ports in Daytona Beach and Port Canaveral.

  3. 11 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Bok Tower Gardens
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    1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853 (map)

    Spend a peaceful excursion at this 1923 sanctuary in Lake Wales. Lie on a blanket and listen to carillon music from the tower or take a walk through the Pinewood Nature Preserve or Florida Birding Trails. Have a picnic and grill some grub before the long drive back.