Close enough to the big theme parks to be convenient, Kissimmee is also far enough away to feel more peaceful than Orlando does. As you explore the best spots to stay and play in Kissimmee, put these neighborhoods on your list. Downtown: Downtown Kissimmee has a distinctive historic vibe that immediately makes you want to explore it. Three main thoroughfares converge in the downtown area where you'll find lots of shops and restaurants to visit. Bellalago: This quaint neighborhood boasts more than one mile of shoreline along Lake Tohopekaliga. You'll also love the boardwalk and gazebo, which are perfect for relaxing. Terra Verde: A gated vacation home community, Terra Verde is filled with privately owned vacation homes. The neighborhood has a three-acre lake, and wildlife is extensive.