LEGOLAND Florida gave us media types a sneak preview of Florida’s newest theme park, built in Winter Haven it replaces the now defunct Cypress Gardens.

Rumours state the theme park will have 50 rides, on top of shows, lego made models and other interactive attractions .

The press conference took place in the largest of the 3d cinemas which will show 4 films including Bob the Builder. The wooden coaster previously at Cypress Gardens will be rethemed as Coastersaurus.

.LEGOLAND confirmed that the new park will open in October 2011 and a standard annual pass to Legoland will be $99 in the pre-sale, available now. Lifetime pass for $2500.