Top things to do in Orlando
Attractions, tours and activities in Orlando
Recommended museums in Orlando
Where to discover culture and the arts in Orlando
Orlando: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Orlando
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Downtown Orlando
In the city centre
“Forget all your troubles, forget all your cares and …” catch a film at the Plaza Cinema Café 12. Then hit Hanson’s Shoe Repair – a modern-day speakeasy serving prohibition-inspired cocktails. Grab a beer and watch the local scene sail by at Latitudes rooftop bar. Knock back shots at Don Jefe’s Tequila parlour and take a breather from the crowds.
Places to stay from £57 per night
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International Drive
8.1 miles from city centre
I-Drive is a tourist delight. This sprawling strip gratifies your every whim as you hop back and forth from Orlando's theme parks and stop off at its trio of entertainment complexes. Luxury resorts and restaurants provide plenty of R & R between theme park outings. Try dim sum at Ming Court, or cool off with ice cream sundaes at the Ben and Jerry’s Café.
Places to stay from £34 per night
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Winter Park
4.5 miles from city centre
Winter Park outshines its seasonal name; 70+ gardens filled with everything from poppies to pine trees. Take in some culture at the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art or the Harry P. Leu Gardens, where outdoor movies make the most of the sunshine state. Sip wine and tuck into a cheese board at the Wine Room for a sensory overload.
Places to stay from £76 per night
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Universal Orlando Resort Area
8 miles from city centre
Movie buffs – here’s your chance to star in an epic Terminator battle or shake in an earthquake simulator that’ll carry you off the Richter scale. Harry Potter’s Hogwarts and Hogsmeade conjure up magical moments. Seek out your two “fauxs” - “New York” and “San Fran” – these two mini areas are designed after the real cities.
Places to stay from £34 per night
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Lake Buena Vista
14.1 miles from city centre
Address fan mail to: Mickey Mouse, Lake Buena Vista. This is Disney HQ. Treat yourself to a massage at the resort spa, then take a stroll and check out the boardwalk performers. Hit the fairway and tee off on the championship golf course. When it's time to eat, head to Johnny Rockets diner to slurp down a thick shake with your bacon cheese fries.
Places to stay from £45 per night
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Celebration
19.4 miles from city centre
“Stepford Wives”, eat your heart out. White picket fences, lush green lawns, picture-perfect homes … it’s suburbia as you’ve never seen it before – Disney style. Fake snow in the warm Florida winter puts the icing on the cake. Sample the Town Tavern’s Celebration Breakfast – fried eggs, bacon, sausage patties and a side of fries, naturally.
Places to stay from £21 per night
About Orlando
Including tips for the best time to visit Orlando
Crowned the ‘Theme Park Capital of the World’, Orlando lives up to its nickname, boasting a wealth of amusement parks designed to delight adults and kids alike. You can spend the entire day exploring the enchanted lands of just one park, with thrilling rides, water parks and your favourite characters come to life – from Mickey Mouse to Harry Potter. At Walt Disney World, you can get the perfect picture in front of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom and then go on a Star Wars adventure at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Universal Orlando Resort also promises endless entertainment as you step into an immersive world of cult movies and comic books.
Orlando is one of the five most-visited destinations in the United States, and a trip to the sunny city will swiftly show you why. There’s an assortment of activities on offer here, ranging from magical to adventurous. Animal lovers can get acquainted with penguins and dolphins at SeaWorld, or zipline over alligators and crocodiles at Gatorland. After an action-packed day, you can unwind with some retail therapy at Disney Springs or take a stroll along Disney’s BoardWalk – a waterfront promenade strung with lights and lined with trendy restaurants, bars and boutiques.
Tonight
From £47 per night
This weekend
From £110 per night
Next weekend
From £121 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | US$10 = £8.11 |
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| Average weekend price | £117 per night |
| Average weekday price | £116 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Orlando
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Orlando
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Downtown Disney District
14 miles from city centre
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Florida Mall
6.2 miles from city centre
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Orlando Premium Outlets
12.2 miles from city centre
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Amway Center
0.3 miles from city centre
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Disney Springs
14.2 miles from city centre
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Mall at Millenia
4.5 miles from city centre
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Typhoon Lagoon
14.7 miles from city centre
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Grand Cypress Golf Course
12.5 miles from city centre
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
8.1 miles from city centre
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Shingle Creek Golf Course
8.1 miles from city centre
Orlando reviews
What other travellers say about Orlando
The many tourist attractions around Orlando make it a fun...
23 April 2024
The many tourist attractions around Orlando make it a fun place to visit. There is much to do for people of any age. There are plenty of them parks, water parks, golf courses, wild life attractions, and of course it is only 30 - 40 minutes from quite a few beaches.
I was only there for a night, but wow!
19 April 2024
I was only there for a night, but wow! Room terrific, grounds lovely, pool with bar/light food very close by, patio, complimentary breakfast was delicious with an Omelette station. Welcomed with a bottle of water and warm cookie. etc etc. etc. TERRIFIC
I've always loved Orlando.
19 April 2024
I've always loved Orlando. Not just because of the obvious Disney World but also for the all the shopping and restaurants and novelty stores. You can pretty much find any type of food you could want.
I loved most all the things there is to do at Orlando when...
3 April 2024
I loved most all the things there is to do at Orlando when you are with family. Traffic has become bad with so many tourists and ppl now living in Orlando so be cautious when crossing the busy streets not everyone yields or stops for pedestrians.
We did not spend much time in Orlando.
28 March 2024
We did not spend much time in Orlando. We visited friends and family while there. Also went to 2 Yankee games in Tampa. Hated using I 4. Too much traffic. Plenty of restaurants nearby to choose from.
Hated the Orlando airport.
26 March 2024
Hated the Orlando airport. Sat on plane after landing for 30 minutes before we could get off. Waited forever for my luggage the airport is in need of upgrade. it was 2 hours before I left the airport with my rental car. Hard to get around the city because of congestion around Disney and I-4 which made me reluctant to drive around and explore. Only park i visited was sea world which I enjoyed. It was easy and quick to get there and very short walk into facility. I stayed near the airport which was convenient and googled an area 10 minutes away which if I had time would have returned to (there was a brewery there—sorry I don’t know the name of the place).
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