Kissimmee manages to hold to the old ways of a small cattle town. The city was founded in 1878 and many buildings in the downtown area have been well maintained. Markinson's Hardware claims to be the state's first retail hardware store. Old Town is a living nostalgia. Outrageous shops, restaurants, amusements and cobbled streets impress the travelers.
Historic downtown is the oldest and the largest shopping area.
Shopping in Kissimmee Manufacturer's Outlet Mall, Parkway Pavilion, Osceola Square Mall are terrific places to get a bargain. Free parking, free entertainment and free admission to the 900 booths in the marketplace. Travel back to the 30's at Capone's Dinner 7 Show. Saturday nights are hopping with live rock and roll bands and classic auto cruises. On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Livestock Market holds a cattle auction.