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Attractions, tours, and activities in Orlando
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Where to find art and culture in Orlando
Orlando: the city's best neighborhoods
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Downtown Orlando
In downtown
“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 $70 a night
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International Drive
8.1 miles from downtown
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 $42 a night
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Winter Park
4.6 miles from downtown
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 $93 a night
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Universal Orlando Resort Area
8 miles from downtown
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 $42 a night
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Lake Buena Vista
14 miles from downtown
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 $56 a night
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Celebration
19.4 miles from downtown
“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 $26 a 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 $51 per night
This weekend
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Next weekend
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | USD |
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| Average weekend price | $116 per night |
| Average weekday price | $117 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Orlando
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Orlando
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Downtown Disney
14 miles from downtown
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Florida Mall
6.2 miles from downtown
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Orlando Premium Outlets
12.1 miles from downtown
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Amway Center
0.3 miles from downtown
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Disney Springs
14.2 miles from downtown
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Mall at Millenia
4.5 miles from downtown
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Typhoon Lagoon
14.6 miles from downtown
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Disney's Boardwalk
15.6 miles from downtown
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Ripley's Believe it or Not!
8.1 miles from downtown
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House of Blues Orlando
14.1 miles from downtown
Orlando reviews
What other travelers say about Orlando
Orlando is a man made paradise especially for kids.
October 1, 2023
Orlando is a man made paradise especially for kids. We have traveled here 3 times. Enjoyed Disney and Universal theme parks. And there are many other attractions if you can find the time for them. Really great resorts at affordable prices.
Wonderful place, I was five times and I will plan return in...
September 30, 2023
Wonderful place, I was five times and I will plan return in the future. The theme parks in Orlando are a lot of fun and in the summer the water park options are also a great attraction for the whole family.
It's just magical.
September 29, 2023
It's just magical. We loved it and are already thinking about booking our next trip. Disney is amazing. Universal was good but isn't a patch on the disney parks. Loved the Harty Potter section of Universal. I'd recommend booking to eat inside the parks as they are usually fully booked and unable to take walk ins. The shopping outlets are great and disney springs was a spectacle of shops. Loved, loved, loved Orlando
Do not leave anything of your belongings in the hotel at all...
September 28, 2023
Do not leave anything of your belongings in the hotel at all you will not get it back sorry as staff didn't even try to make an effort on finding my boots. And there is only one cleaning lady that day so it's obvious that she took for her self
We like the the fact our concerns were promptly taking into...
September 25, 2023
We like the the fact our concerns were promptly taking into consideration by the front desk. In multiple occasions we called the front desk and were served by Max, one who showed professionalism and courtesy. As far as dislike, the fact we satisfied for the most part, we did not focus on the negatives. Even thou, some of the negatives were taking into consideration by Max.
Orlando is a great city to travel solo or with family.
September 24, 2023
Orlando is a great city to travel solo or with family. This City has plenty of attractions and sites.The best I love about Orlando is the options of shops,lodging accommodations,and attractions.Being the home here in America of Disney you will be welcomed with that experience and it's a must.Driving and finding your way around is simple and efficient.Everything in a great distance and you will find what you need. From Waffle House to Walmart and everything in between.There is something for everyone!
Popular places to stay in Orlando
Stay in some of the best accommodations Orlando has to offer
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Modern 3BR Townhouse with pool Orlando, United States of America
From $116 per night
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Bed, Bath & Breakfast Vacation apartment Orlando, United States of America
From $98 per night
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Windsor Hills Resort- 405 Celebration, Orlando
From $72 per night
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The Wish House, just miles from Disney World Celebration, Orlando
From $147.10 per night
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New (2022) Spacious&Tranquil Townhouse near Disney Orlando, United States of America
From $298 per night
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From $88 per night
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From $68 per night
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From $55 per night
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Motels
From $44 per night
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