1. Mother's Day Specials At Area Parks, Gardens and Museums
Photo © T.Johnston
- Harry P. Leu Gardens - Free admission for moms on Mother's Day. Open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, visitors can explore the 50-acre botanical park, which includes the largest camellia collection in eastern North America. More info: 407-246-2620.
- Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens are open free of charge to all mothers. Regularly scheduled docent tours will take place at 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Additional tours will be added as needed. More info: 407-647-6294.
2. Send Mom To A Day Spa
Photo © Orlando/Orange County CVB
Relax, Rejuvenate, Indulge your mom! Day spas geared to pamper are scattered throughout Orlando. The deluxe area hotels offer Florida residents a way to indulge in some of the finest Day Spas available. Area Spas
3. Take Mom out for Breakfast or Brunch
Don't let mom do any cooking on her special day. Check out some great restaurants in the Orlando area that are offering Mother's Day Specials this year.
More:
- Top Restaurants that feature a Sunday Brunch.
- Top Hotel Restaurants that feature a Sunday Brunch.
- Great Breakfast Restaurants for any day of the week.
4. Beauty Abounds
Photo © T Johnston
A day outdoors visiting one of Orlando's beautiful parks or gardens is a nice way to spend Mother's Day. Pack a picnic lunch and have a relaxing day. Some top locations on where to see beautiful blooms and springtime flowers.
If you are in the Winter Park area, I would also suggest stopping by Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum for their free, live music series on Sunday's from 12 - 3P.M.
5. Give A Mall Gift Certificate, Always The Perfect Size
6. Spend The Day Shopping - Spend Some Quality Time With Mom
photo by the City of Winter Park
Favorite spots to peruse, stop for lunch and enjoy the day together:
- Shopping along Park Avenue in Winter Park you will find a Treasure Trove of Creative, Stylish Stores.
- Great shopping and great values at Orlando Premium Outlets.
- Renniger's Antique Center is just 20 miles northeast of Orlando.
- Venture into the Historic town of Mount Dora.
7. Perfect Weather For The Beach
8. Shows & Performances
Photo © Winter Garden Heritage Foundation
The season is almost over, but a few local venues do have shows until the end of May. See what's coming up at the The Orlando Rep or the Garden Theater in Winter Garden.
- The Cabaret Festival is still going strong until May 13.
- See the Cirque du Soleil production of La Nouba at Downtown Disney.
- New shows will be starting in the fall. Season tickets also make a great gift for mom.
9. Spend The Day At One Of Orlando's Attractions
Photo © WDW
- With over thirty million flowers in bloom, the beauty of the Flower & Garden Festival at Epcot will be a favorite with Mom! Check out the Florida Resident's Disney's 4 Day Dream Pass.
- Jazz on the Vinyard Green at Lakeridge Winery. A $2 donation includes Jazz musicians on the outdoor stage, winery tours and wine tasting.
- See Orlando as never before! Take mom on a memorable Hot Air Balloon ride over the city.
10. Children's Crafts for Mom
Online sites to help you plan the perfect Mother's Day this year:- About.com Guide to Mother's Day
- Activities for Kids Several easy Mother's Day crafts for kids to make.
