Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Southeastern United States October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Southeastern United States Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Southeastern-United-States.dx6209937)[Hotels in Southeastern United States](https://expedia.ca/Southeastern-United-States-Hotels.d6209937.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Southeastern United States](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Southeastern-United-States.d6209937.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Southeastern United States Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Southeastern-United-States.d6209937.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southeastern United States Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Southeastern-United-States.d6209937.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Southeastern United States ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Southeastern United States Types of activities Where to stay [Southeastern United States travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Southeastern-United-States.dx6209937) ![Southeastern United States](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/0af001992842764bcfcc67a534d09c78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Universal Studios Orlando which includes a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22555-Universal-Studios-Orlando.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Orlando featuring a city, boating and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21840-Orlando.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Miami showing street scenes, a hotel and outdoor eating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21866-Miami.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fort Lauderdale showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22236-Fort-Lauderdale.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Southeastern United States Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Southeastern United States has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Southeastern United States is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southeastern United States to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Southeastern United States Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southeastern United States. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southeastern United States attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Walt Disney World® Resort Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Walt-Disney-World-Resort-Orlando.d6034120.Vacation-Attraction) ![Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/555000/555500-walt-disney-worldr-resort.jpg) ### 2\. Universal Studios Florida Universal Studios Florida® has working film sets and it was also built specifically as a theme park. Its mission is to show you inside movie making through thrilling rides, interactive adventures and shows. You can even shop in a replica version of Kwik-E-Mart, the convenience store made famous by The Simpsons. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Universal-Studios-Florida-Florida-Center.d6049239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/492000/492961-universal-studios-orlando.jpg) ### 3\. Universal Orlando Resort A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Florida-Center.d6347698.Vacation-Attraction) ![Universal Studios Orlando which includes street scenes, a city and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22562-Universal-Studios-Orlando.jpg) ### 4\. Magic Kingdom® Park The first of the Florida-based theme parks, the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park is still central to most Orlando vacations. Six fantasy lands across 107 acres (43 hectares), morning-through-night entertainment and animatronic Disney characters all help to create an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Magic Kingdom® Theme Park was created from the vision of Walt Disney and opened in 1971. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Magic-Kingdom-Park-Bay-Lake.d6123797.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magic Kingdom® Park showing rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35707-Magic-Kingdom.jpg) ### 5\. SeaWorld® Orlando Opened in 1973, SeaWorld® Orlando encompasses family-friendly rides and educational exhibits, as well as the nearby stand-alone parks, Discovery Cove® and Aquatica water park. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/SeaWorld-Orlando-Orlando.d502142.Vacation-Attraction) ![This marine theme park and zoo seamlessly blends education, entertainment and conservation.](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22544-Seaworld-Orlando.jpg) ### 6\. Dollywood From adrenalin-pumping roller coasters to kiddie rides, seasonal festivals to live music , museums and historic buildings, find boundless fun for the entire family at the Dollywood theme park. Opened in 1986 by legendary country singer Dolly Parton, Dollywood is the highlight of the trip to Pigeon Forge for many people. It attracts over 2 million visitors per year. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Dollywood-Tennessee.d6091011.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dollywood showing signage and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61661-Dollywood.jpg) ### 7\. Great Smoky Mountains National Park The beauty and diversity of Great Smoky Mountains National Park explain why it is the most visited of the U.S. national parks. Enjoy nature, wildlife and the quiet peace of endless forests. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Smoky-Mountains-National-Park-United-States-of-America.d6025878.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great Smoky Mountains National Park showing tranquil scenes, forests and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178052-Great-Smoky-Mountains-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Southeastern United States | Number of things to do | 124 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-Guided Fort Lauderdale Scavenger Hunt: By The New River](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fort-lauderdale-scavenger-hunt-by-the-new-river.a2562378.activity-details): CA $18 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Everglades Airboat Tour from Fort Lauderdale with transport](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/everglades-airboat-tour-from-fort-lauderdale-with-transport.a3911169.activity-details) - [Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauder...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/jungle-queen-riverboat-90-minute-narrated-sightseeing-cruise-in-fort-lauderdale.a690067.activity-details) - [Evening Boat Cruise through City centre Ft. Lauderdale](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/evening-boat-cruise-through-city-centre-ft-lauderdale.a3395641.activity-details) - [Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/water-taxi-all-day-hop-on-hop-off-venice-of-america-boat-tour.a1353649.activity-details) - [Venice of America Tour \| Millionaire's Row \| Complimentary Drinks](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/venice-of-america-tour-millionaires-row-complimentary-drinks.a1343742.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauder...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/jungle-queen-riverboat-90-minute-narrated-sightseeing-cruise-in-fort-lauderdale.a690067.activity-details) - [Evening Boat Cruise through City centre Ft. Lauderdale](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/evening-boat-cruise-through-city-centre-ft-lauderdale.a3395641.activity-details) - [Venice of America Tour \| Millionaire's Row \| Complimentary Drinks](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/venice-of-america-tour-millionaires-row-complimentary-drinks.a1343742.activity-details) - [1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-hour-interactive-pirate-cruise-arrive-30-minutes-early.a1344055.activity-details) - [Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood FL](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dining-at-hard-rock-cafe-hollywood-fl.a45947604.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Everglades Airboat Tour from Fort Lauderdale with transport](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/everglades-airboat-tour-from-fort-lauderdale-with-transport.a3911169.activity-details) - [Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauder...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/jungle-queen-riverboat-90-minute-narrated-sightseeing-cruise-in-fort-lauderdale.a690067.activity-details) - [Evening Boat Cruise through City centre Ft. Lauderdale](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/evening-boat-cruise-through-city-centre-ft-lauderdale.a3395641.activity-details) - [Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/water-taxi-all-day-hop-on-hop-off-venice-of-america-boat-tour.a1353649.activity-details) - [Venice of America Tour \| Millionaire's Row \| Complimentary Drinks](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/venice-of-america-tour-millionaires-row-complimentary-drinks.a1343742.activity-details) | ## What to do in Southeastern United States * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Southeastern United States ![Walt Disney World® Resort](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/555000/555500-walt-disney-worldr-resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walt Disney World® Resort Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport. [](https://expedia.ca/Walt-Disney-World-Resort-Orlando.d6034120.Vacation-Attraction) ![Universal Studios Florida](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/492000/492961-universal-studios-orlando.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Florida Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park. [](https://expedia.ca/Universal-Studios-Florida-Florida-Center.d6049239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Universal Studios Orlando which includes street scenes, a city and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22562-Universal-Studios-Orlando.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Orlando Resort Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex. [](https://expedia.ca/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Florida-Center.d6347698.Vacation-Attraction) ![Disney Springs™](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/438000/438595-Disney-Springsr.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Disney Springs™ You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Disney Springs™, a favorite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Disney-SpringsTM-Orlando.d502131.Vacation-Attraction) ![Port of Miami](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/618687c8d4fcd9efde9fc4169cbd419b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Miami Explore the waterfront in Miami Beach with a trip to Port of Miami. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Miami-Miami.d6125791.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magic Kingdom® Park showing rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35707-Magic-Kingdom.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magic Kingdom® Park One of the most famous theme parks in the world offers a land of fun and fantasy at the foot of a fairytale castle. [](https://expedia.ca/Magic-Kingdom-Park-Bay-Lake.d6123797.Vacation-Attraction) ![Port Everglades](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/44383c20b2d58fb3800df2a1b01349d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Everglades Explore the waterfront of Port Everglades in Dania Beach, and enjoy activities such as boating. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Everglades-Fort-Lauderdale.d6124927.Vacation-Attraction) ![SeaWorld® Orlando](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22544-Seaworld-Orlando.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SeaWorld® Orlando This marine theme park and zoo seamlessly blends education, entertainment and conservation. [](https://expedia.ca/SeaWorld-Orlando-Orlando.d502142.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dollywood showing signage and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61661-Dollywood.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dollywood This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows. [](https://expedia.ca/Dollywood-Tennessee.d6091011.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Southeastern United States ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/473000/473404-Nashville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Nashville 4/5(517 area reviews) Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents. [](https://expedia.ca/Nashville-Downtown-Nashville.dx6059741) ![South Beach showing landscape views, swimming and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22681-South-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Beach 4.5/5(1,171 area reviews) Major entertainment destination with numerous nightclubs, restaurants, and boutiques. Stroll along Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive, admire Art Deco buildings, and enjoy easy access to public transportation. [](https://expedia.ca/Miami-South-Beach.dx6138745) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/805a9446061933bedf5bd9c7eb071038.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rosemary Beach Experience European Colonial charm in this Gulf Coast community, offering warm waters, beach activities, and a mixed-use town center with shops, restaurants, and live music at Peddler's Pavilion. Explore nearby parks and trails for a dose of nature. [](https://expedia.ca/Panama-City-Beach-Rosemary-Beach.dx6139932) ![World of Coca Cola featuring a skyscraper, cbd and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27287-World-Of-Coca-Cola.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Atlanta 4/5(126 area reviews) Central business district with corporate headquarters, Georgia State University, and government facilities. Explore Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Georgia Aquarium, and The Mall at Peachtree Center. Accessible via MARTA subway lines. [](https://expedia.ca/Atlanta-Downtown-Atlanta.dx800004) ![Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147641-Seaside.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seaside This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Seaside.dx183119) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/126000/126666-Savannah-Childrens-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Savannah 4.5/5(147 area reviews) Declared a National Historic Landmark District, this urban area boasts notable sites like Juliette Gordon Low's birthplace, Telfair Academy, and the First African Baptist Church. Unwind in one of Savannah's 22 squares or the 30-acre Forsyth Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Savannah-Historic-Downtown-Savannah.dx6057971) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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