Ideas for non park days

[mikewdw]

We are thinking of arriving one day early, staying off site, and thought about just wondering around Disney resorts or the surrounding area. We have done Disney springs a couple times for a little while. We have been numerous times but always done park days. What other options do we have? The activities don't have to be to budget friendly. We had thought about Universal for a day but that is more than we want to pay. Any ideas appreciated.
Thanks
mikewdw

 

[CarolynFH]

Just throwing out ideas of things we’ve done or have on our list:

Mini golf
Riding Disney transportation i.e. Skyliner, boats, monorail to different resorts to visit, get a snack, etc. (pay to park at a park and start there)
Visiting AKL savanna viewing areas to watch animals and talk to CMs

Bok Tower
Leu Gardens
City of Orlando Wetlands Park
Central Florida Railroad Museum

More good ideas for offsite here: https://www.disboards.com/forums/orlando-hotels-and-attractions.15/