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Think Orlando is mostly Disney, I-Drive, and theme parks? Think again! In this episode, Rick and Cathy explore the heart of Orlando. They have must-see museums, walkable cultural areas, and places to eat. Planning a trip to Orlando? Don't miss this episode!

Spend the Day in Orlando

Brunch 

Tamales in the Hourglass Social District or Daybreak Diner or Zaza's Cuban Comfort Food

Museums

Art & History Museums Maitland

Sports 

Catch a UCF game or Orlando City SC

Theater: Dr. Phillips Center

Dinner: East End Market (Try Domu)

Sleep at The Wellborn

Lake Eola

Try the shrimp tacos at World of Beer

Thornton Park District (eating and farmer's markets!)

Mills 50 District

Dumpster Art

The Imperial Wine Bar

Menello Museum of American Art

Ivanhoe Village

Orlando Fringe

Orlando Shakes

Orange County Regional History Center's One Orlando Collection

Snap Orlando

Orlando Museum of Art scandal (best of luck, guys!)

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