Why Orlando
Theme parks at the centre, with lakes, springs and the coast within reach.
Orlando is best known for its theme parks, which sit to the south-west of the city and shape where most visitors stay. Beyond them are lakes, natural springs and Florida's Atlantic coast, all within a day trip.
- Theme parks
- Several major theme park resorts, each large enough to fill a few days.
- Springs and lakes
- Clear freshwater springs for swimming, kayaking and wildlife.
- The Space Coast
- Kennedy Space Center, about an hour's drive to the east.
- Downtown
- Lake Eola and a smaller, more local restaurant scene.
What travellers often plan
Getting to Orlando, staying and getting around.
Ask about one of these or all of them together in a single request.
- FlightsRoutes into Orlando, with dates, cabin and airline preferences.Flight assistance
- HotelsA stay in the part of Orlando that suits your plans.Hotel assistance
- Airport transfersA pickup planned around your arrival time and luggage.Transfer assistance
- Local transportationRides between your hotel, venues and day trips around Orlando.Cab assistance
Planning your trip
The practical bits.
- Best time to visit
- March to May and October to November; summers are hot with afternoon storms.
- Getting around
- A car or pre-arranged transfers; parks run their own transport.
- Suggested length
- Five to seven days for the parks.
Where to stay
Choosing an area in Orlando.
- Lake Buena Vista
- Close to the largest theme park resort, popular with families.
- International Drive
- Hotels, restaurants and attractions between the main parks.
- Kissimmee
- Holiday homes and larger rental properties south of the parks.
- Downtown Orlando
- Around Lake Eola, better suited to a city-focused stay.
A general overview of areas, not a list of available hotels.
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Getting around
Arriving in Orlando.
Orlando International (MCO) is south-east of the city and a drive of around half an hour or more from the main theme park areas. Orlando Sanford (SFB), to the north, is used by some international and holiday flights.
A car or pre-arranged transfers; parks run their own transport.
When planning matters
Worth sorting out before you go.
- Check entry requirements early
- Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change over time. Please confirm with the official guidance for your route.
- Travel dates make a difference
- School holidays, festivals and peak seasons affect what's available. If your dates are flexible, tell us — it gives us more to work with.
- Plan the arrival, not just the flight
- Late-night and early-morning arrivals are much easier with a transfer arranged in advance.
- Match the stay to the plan
- Choose the area around what you'll actually do each day, not only the hotel itself.
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