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SeaWorldvsDisney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Both are praised by writers. Overall, Disney's Animal Kingdom is preferred by most professionals compared to SeaWorld Orlando. Disney's Animal Kingdom comes in at 92 with endorsements from 7 sources including Afar Magazine, Concierge and Michelin Guide.
SeaWorld
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Where
Fodor's
7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
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Concierge "Here, the pace is slower than at most amusement parks, because the focus is on wildlife and education instead of magic or thrills."
Frommer's "Cleverly disguised as a theme park -- or as SeaWorld likes to call it, an adventure park -- this popular 200-acre marine park lets guests explore the mysteries of the deep." Full review
Lonely Planet "A peculiarly Floridan blend of marine animal shows and thrill rides, SeaWorld is home to both Shamu the killer whale and Kraken the floorless rollercoaster." Full review
Travel + Leisure "SeaWorld is noted for its roster of elaborate stadium shows starring whales, dolphins, and the odd rescued puppy." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The park's outstanding marine mammal shows feature dolphins, sea lions, otters and Shamu, the park's star killer whale." Full review
i
Don't miss the thrill rides like Journey to Atlantis and the new Flying Manta.
Where "Immerse yourself in the sea, from up-close animal encounters to awe-inspiring performances to thrilling rides." Full review
Fodor's "SeaWorld still features dolphins and orcas, but thrill rides and literal spills are now the order of the day, with more swirling, looping, and splashing than just about anywhere. " Full review
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park Concierge Frommer's Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine Where Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Bear Island Road, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
Concierge "Added in 1998, Animal Kingdom is the most spacious Disney Park by a large margin (500 acres), although most of that belongs to the menagerie of exotic, free-roaming animals."
Frommer's "Disney's fourth major park opened in 1998 and combines exotic animals, the elaborate landscapes of Asia and Africa, and the prehistoric lands of the dinosaur." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Wild animals of every stripe can be seen here, in regionally themed habitats that are scattered across the park." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Claiming status as the world's largest animal-themed park... whimsy meets reality here." Full review
i
The real stars of the park are the live animals, best experienced from an open-sided vehicle on the Kilimanjaro Safari.
Afar Magazine "The world showcase at Epoct is so fun, especially around the Food & Wine Fest which takes place in the Fall each year." Full review
Where "From live animals to dinosaurs and animal characters, your imagination runs wild in this beautifully designed park." Full review
Travel + Leisure "As you'd expect from the largest theme park in the world, Disney's Animal Kingdom has plenty of exotic animals living on its 580 acres"
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Frommer's "Disney's fourth major park opened in 1998 and combines exotic animals, the elaborate landscapes of Asia and Africa, and the prehistoric lands of the dinosaur" Full review
