Kickin' it in Kissimmee, FL
Kissimmee, FL, just 25 miles south of Orlando, is one of the nation’s most exciting places to live. Famous world-wide for its proximity to Orlando’s best attractions, Kissimmee is the perfect gateway to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, and a number of other must-see places. But what may come as a surprise to those who purchase a home in Kissimmee is that the city essentially offers the best of both worlds—big city amenities mingled with a cozy small-town atmosphere.
Kissimmee boasts a thriving historic Main Street, featuring art galleries, more than 75 unique specialty shops and boutiques, delectable restaurants, and even amusement rides. Downtown Kissimmee hosts a variety of community events, such as a Classic Car Show on select Fridays, a Saturday Nite Car Cruise every weekend, and a Farmer’s Market on Thursdays. An outdoor sculpture gallery and plenty of fascinating historic architecture serve as a backdrop to this dynamic district. In addition to the stores along Main Street, Kissimmee offers even more shopping at The Loop and The Loop West, a relaxing open air shopping center with great dining and entertainment. Many Orlando shopping malls are nearby as well, such as The Florida Mall, the upscale Mall at Millennia, and several premium outlets.
When Kissimmee residents are not hunting for a bargain, feasting on the city’s eclectic cuisines, taking in a movie, or visiting one of Orlando’s great attractions, they are of course enjoying the great outdoors. Kissimmee’s year-round warm weather and lush, tropical landscape dotted with serene lakes and ponds make the perfect atmosphere for fishing, boating, bird watching, hiking, bicycling, and more. One of the most popular spots for Kissimmee outdoor recreation is Lake Tohopekaliga—Lake Toho for short—one of the biggest lakes in the Kissimmee Chain, well-known for its excellent bass fishing. Kissimmee golf is also a popular pastime, and locals have a wide selection of challenging courses to choose from, many of which have been designed by the pros, such as Jack Nicklaus and Rees Jones.
