Orlando
United States of America · Florida · 25 m
Description
Orlando is a vibrant center for leisure and entertainment in the U.S. state of Florida and is widely regarded as the Theme Park Capital of the World. The city and its surrounding area are known for world-famous attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando, as well as thrilling roller coasters, water parks, and endless family fun. Orlando combines immersive themed worlds with countless lakes, golf courses, lively neighborhoods, and Central Florida’s subtropical charm. Natural springs throughout the region and the nearby Space Coast, renowned for its spaceflight heritage, also make the city an ideal base for a variety of memorable day trips.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 10 days (optimal 6 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: November – March
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Magic Kingdom Park
- Universal Epic Universe
- EPCOT
- Universal Islands of Adventure
- Universal Studios Florida
- Disney's Hollywood Studios
- Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
- SeaWorld Orlando
- Disney Springs
- Universal CityWalk
- Universal Volcano Bay
- Discovery Cove
- Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
- Disney's Blizzard Beach
- Aquatica Orlando
- ICON Park & The Orlando Eye
- International Drive
- Downtown Orlando & Lake Eola Park
- Winter Park & Park Avenue
- Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
- Gatorland
- Harry P. Leu Gardens
- Orlando Science Center
- Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
- Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
- Kia Center
- Thornton Park
- Mills 50 District
- Milk District
- Audubon Park Garden District
- East End Market
- Ivanhoe Village
- Winter Garden Historic Downtown
- Plant Street Market
- West Orange Trail
- Wekiwa Springs State Park(Day trip)
- Rock Springs Run & Kelly Park(Day trip)
- Blue Spring State Park(Day trip)
- Wild Florida(Day trip)
- Shingle Creek Regional Park
- Lake Louisa State Park(Day trip)
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex(Day trip)
- Space Shuttle Atlantis(Day trip)
- Apollo/Saturn V Center(Day trip)
- Rocket Launch Viewing at Kennedy Space Center(Day trip)
- Cocoa Beach(Day trip)
- Canaveral National Seashore(Day trip)
- Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge(Day trip)
- Mount Dora(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- MCO, SFB
- Train stations:
- Orlando Health, Lynx Central, Church Street