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Universal Studios Florida
Movie-themed park in Orlando with thrilling rides based on blockbuster films and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
22 km · about 25 min drive
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Apopka
Florida, United States · North America
About Apopka
Apopka works well as a base: 10 minutes from Paradise Heights, 22km from Universal Studios Florida.
Apopka is in Florida, United States, with about 48,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Paradise Heights, about 7 km away.
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What is there to see near Apopka?
Within an hour or so of Apopka: Universal Studios Florida (22 km), Islands of Adventure (23 km), Magic Kingdom – Walt Disney World (30 km), SeaWorld Orlando (30 km).
Where is Apopka?
Apopka is in Florida, United States, about 7 km from Paradise Heights.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 48,382
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Florida
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Coordinates
- 28.6762, -81.5119
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
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Worth the detour from Apopka
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando's thrill-focused park with the acclaimed Wizarding World of Harry Potter and cutting-edge rides.
23 km · about 25 min drive
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Magic Kingdom – Walt Disney World
The flagship Disney theme park featuring Cinderella Castle, classic rides, and beloved character experiences in Orlando.
30 km · about 35 min drive
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SeaWorld Orlando
Marine-themed park in Florida combining ocean animal encounters with thrilling rides and live shows.
30 km · about 35 min drive
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Richard Petty Driving Experience
Drive or ride in a real NASCAR stock car at speeds up to 160 mph at multiple speedways across the United States.
32 km · about 35 min drive
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EPCOT – Walt Disney World
Disney's celebration of human achievement and world culture featuring Future World pavilions and the World Showcase.
34 km · about 40 min drive
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Hollywood Studios – Walt Disney World
Disney park themed around movies, television, and entertainment with Star Wars and Toy Story lands.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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Animal Kingdom – Walt Disney World
Disney's nature-themed park combining thrill rides with wildlife experiences and the immersive Pandora land.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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