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By Dawn Henthorn, About.com

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Lake Eola Park

Lake Eola GondolaCompliments of Orlando Area CVB
The centerpiece of downtown is Lake Eola Park with 43 acres of generous sidewalks for strolling and jogging on the .9-mile loop around the water. It's a popular destination in the downtown area, with many taking advantage of the beautiful surroundings to walk at lunch.

Swan-shaped paddle boats can be rented or you might prefer to just feed the live swans. Unfortunately, the gondola tour (pictured here) has been discontinued, although gondola boats are available for rent by the half hour.

Lake Eola Park also provides a playground, a small outdoor café (The Terrace) and the Walt Disney Amphitheatre for special events.

The park is located at 195 N Rosalind Avenue and is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight).

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