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Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

  • Writer: Shane Walton
    Shane Walton
  • Dec 16, 2025
  • 2 min read
National publication spotlights the museum’s world-class, one-of-a-kind automotive collection.

Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

Dezerland Park Orlando has received major national recognition as Travel + Leisure has ranked the Orlando Auto Museum the #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. in its list of the “8 Best Car Museums.” The leading travel publication applauded the museum’s massive, one-of-a-kind collection—featuring more than 2,500 vehicles, rare Hollywood film favorites, military displays and themed galleries that span eras and continents.


Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

Located inside Florida’s largest indoor attraction, Dezerland Park, the Orlando Auto Museum has become a standout destination for car enthusiasts and pop-culture fans looking to explore automotive history in an exciting, immersive setting. This national ranking positions the museum among the country’s top automotive destinations recognized for preserving cultural history and displaying world-class craftsmanship.


To celebrate being named the #2 Auto Museum in the U.S., the Orlando Auto Museum is offering a special “We’re #2, You Get 2!” promotion—enjoy a Buy One, Get One ticket offer, available online only now through December 23rd.


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Travel + Leisure specifically highlighted the museum’s scale and diversity, noting that visitors can explore everything from vintage Americana to European classics to celebrity-owned vehicles. One of the museum’s current standout projects gaining national attention is the restoration of Elvis Presley’s legendary pink Cadillac guitar car, an eye-catching custom vehicle tied to the King’s legacy that is being authentically restored on-site by Dezerland’s expert team.


Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

“Collecting cars has been a lifelong passion of mine, and creating this museum has allowed me to share that passion with others,” said Michael Dezer, owner of Dezerland Park Orlando. “Every vehicle has a story, and it’s great to see guests discover pieces of history they may never have experienced otherwise. This recognition reinforces the work our team puts into preserving these incredible automobiles for the public to enjoy.”


Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

 

As the newly ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S., the Orlando Auto Museum continues to expand its offerings with specialty galleries, rotating displays and interactive experiences. With free parking, multiple attractions, dining and entertainment on-site, Dezerland Park is an all-in-one destination for visitors spending the day on International Drive.

 

To read the full Travel + Leisure article recognizing the museum as the #2 Auto Museum in the U.S., click here.

 

To purchase tickets online, click here.


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Dezerland Park’s Orlando Auto Museum ranked #2 Auto Museum in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure

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