I’ve never been a fan of writing about destinations or attractions I haven’t experienced firsthand, but I have to give Legoland Florida credit for their latest media outreach. We all know the southern-based Legoland is still months from being completed – opening day has officially been announced for October 15, 2011 – but they are brilliantly starting the buzz months early.
A box recently arrived on my front doorstep. Inside was a bounty of fun Legoland-themed items including a reusable cold drink cup, a hug-me blanket, treats, a logo figure and a DVD called Walk in the Park.
The DVD features Legoland GM Adrian Jones who gives viewers a 10-minute video tour of construction updates, rides and features.
It’s true, my family has always been impressed with the Lego brand and we adore Legoland California - it is geared for families with children ages 2 to12, after all. One of the most impressive facts I’ve learned during this media-outreach is that this will be the largest of the five Legolands in the world. The 15-acre park will be situated on the former site of Cypress Gardens which is 45 minutes from the Orlando theme parks and from downtown Tampa. That means you can price compare a couple of airports while making your travel plans!
What caught my eye in the video was the Spanish moss hanging from the trees and the beautiful landscape – the garden from the former park is fortunately staying in tact.
Legoland will have 50 rides (my kids’ favorite feature!), interactive attractions, shows, restaurants and shopping. Just taking about it piques my family’s excitement!
Can’t wait to purchase Legoland Florida tickets? Well, you’re in luck. You can pre-order tickets today through the Legoland site – the rates will go up ten dollars after the opening. Right now, a single-day ticket is being sold: Adults: $65 plus tax Children 3-12 and Seniors: $55 plus tax. Tots 2 are free. Annual passes start at $99.
California is too far for me, so one in Florida would be wonderful! Even if I’m too old.
I have never been to the Florida location… How does it compare to the California site?
This should add a little more excitement to the land of theme parks!
AAA did have a special where if you buy an adult annual pass, you get a child pass free! As a local and a Disney passholder, I’m waiting. What is great about it? The website makes it look very appealing to pre-schoolers with small rides. Would 6, 9 & 11 year old girls enjoy it? Thanks!
Hi Liz! I’m chiming in. I don’t know a ton about the forthcoming Fla. park, but when my MIL took all of her grandchildren to San Diego a couple of years ago, the kids (then ages 13, 12, 11, 9, 7) said they had the most fun there over Sea World and the Wild Animal Park. While it’s true MANY rides (at least in CA) are geared toward the under 8 crowd, older kids can have fun too, for sure. My 9 and 11 yr olds totally want to go back soon. If you can, I’d wait on a pass, too. Visit first, then buy (but surely that great BOGO offer won’t be around then….)
oh, wow! this is so great! My little one is just 1 year old, but I hope to take him as soon as he can understand how fun this is. Well, its one more good reason to go back to Florida soon. Thanks for heads up!
I had no idea they were opening on FL. I’ve never been but have several friends say their little ones enjoyed it better than Disneyland’s chaos!
Legoland Florida has been getting a lot of buzz! I’m excited to see when it finally opens
My son is practically levitating in excited anticipation! Before we visited the CA park, we subscribed him to the LEGO Brickmaster Club. He received a monthly magazine, and in one issue was a coupon good for one free child’s admission! I wonder if the company will offer this again for the FL location?
We are going to WDW 12/2011. On 12/12/11, my son’s 11th birthday, we are surprising him with a trip to Legoland Florida. He has NO idea. I am so excited to surprise him.