Orlando, FL

Travel Guide
Orlando which includes a city and a bridge
Spend a week or two in this family-friendly city to enjoy Florida’s warm sunshine. Visit a different theme park every day. 

Since the first theme parks in Orlando opened over 60 years ago, the region has grown to have over 20 amusement parks appealing to varying interests. Enjoy attractions built around entertainment giants, water parks, educational sites and even a spiritual center.

Quarterback Phil Simms first proclaimed, “I’m going to Disney World!” after winning the 1987 Super Bowl. This expression has become a vacation theme for millions of Americans. Visit Disney’s popular Magic Kingdom® Park, with favorite rides for kids and adults, see the world at Epcot®, explore Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios® or splash in Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park.

Universal Orlando Resort features The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and other Islands of Adventure®, along with Volcano Bay™ water park. Watch films being made at Universal Studios Florida®.

Water creatures are central to SeaWorld® Orlando Resort. Observe dolphins, penguins, whales, manatees, sharks and turtles. Take an Up-Close Tour for a hands-on experience, swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove® and have some excitement at Aquatica water park.

Ride a zip line or wrestle alligators at Gatorland®, an Orlando favorite since 1949. Marvel at huge models at Legoland® Florida and enjoy rides past giant Lego dinosaurs. Fun Spot America Theme Park, with locations in Orlando and Kissimmee, has a wooden roller coaster and multi-level go-kart tracks.

Make learning fun at the Kennedy Space CenterSMVisitor Complex, where you can talk with astronauts and see rockets that have flown in space. Be inspired at the Holy Land Experience, a living biblical museum.

Spend time appreciating Orlando’s attractions away from busy theme parks. Paddle across Lake Eola, shop at outlet malls, play golf, smell the roses at Harry P. Leu Gardens, enjoy visual arts at the Orlando Museum of Art and experience hands-on exhibits at the Orlando Science Center.

Check the websites of Orlando’s theme parks for special multi-day rates and accommodations packages. Some resorts offer free transportation from Orlando International Airport if you stay at the resorts.

Where to stay in Orlando

Universal Studios Orlando featuring signage, a city and night scenes

Florida Center

While visiting Florida Center, you might make a stop by sights like Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida.

Florida Center
Downtown Orlando

Downtown Orlando

4/5(769 area reviews)

Ample dining options, great live music, and fantastic lake views are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Orlando. A visit to Church Street Station or Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.

Downtown Orlando
Magic Kingdom® Park showing rides and interior views as well as a couple

Bay Lake

4.5/5(2,826 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Bay Lake is its exciting theme parks. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Epcot® and Walt Disney World® Resort.

Bay Lake
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Windsor Hills

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Windsor Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Mystic Dunes Golf Club and Island H2O Live!.

Windsor Hills
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Reunion

The waterparks and pristine golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to Reunion. A stop by Reunion Resort Golf Course or Jack Nicklaus Course might round out your trip.

Reunion
Had a lovely lunch.. relaxing and wonderful view outside ❤️

Lake Nona

Visitors to Lake Nona appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Austin-Tindall Regional Park and Eagle Creek Golf Club might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Lake Nona
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
14500 Continental Gateway, Orlando, FL
The price is ¥11,243 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
¥11,243
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 spa tubs, and a water park. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the family ...
6.4/10 (4,923 reviews)
"Our family really enjoyed our stay here. The property was a little dated, and could use some tlc but we still had a really good time and would stay again."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark, an IHG Hotel
Avanti International Resort
Avanti International Resort
3 out of 5
8738 International Dr, Orlando, FL
The price is ¥12,139 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
¥12,139
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free theme park shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,755 reviews)
"Very clean, had everything we needed! Enjoyed our stay so much!!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Avanti International Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
4 out of 5
10100 International Drive, Orlando, FL
The price is ¥12,735 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥12,735
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
6.8/10 (9,528 reviews)
Muy Bueno
"Muy Bueno"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Avanti International Resort
Avanti International Resort
3 out of 5
8738 International Dr, Orlando, FL
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free theme park shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,755 reviews)
"Very clean, had everything we needed! Enjoyed our stay so much!!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Avanti International Resort
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
4 out of 5
9300 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard, Orlando, FL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,636 reviews)
"Great stay and easy nice off the plane."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
4 out of 5
8113 Resort Village Drive, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,931 reviews)
"Our favorite"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Orlando

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jun 7, 2020

Not as fun as it used to be. You must wear mask and wait in lines to enter stores.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 3, 2020

Great restaurants and shopping

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

A lot to see and do

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

Front Desk staff cant ask for me.. you'll great

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 1, 2020

Resident.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 1, 2020

I had been to Orlando several times before it is a great place to visit. This time it was just a layover stop so I didn’t leave the airport area until my next leg of my trip

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