- Walt Disney World is massive—4 parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom).
- Universal Orlando Resort is home to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—drink Butterbeer!
- Kennedy Space Center (nearby) is where rockets launch to space—see the Atlantis shuttle.
- International Drive (I-Drive) is packed with attractions, restaurants, and the Orlando Eye.
- Winter Park is a charming, upscale neighborhood with boat tours and museums.
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When to go: Winter or Spring
January-April is best. Weather is mild and crowds are manageable (except holidays).
Summer is brutally hot, humid, and crowded. Hurricane season is June-Nov.
- Best: Jan-Apr.
- Summer: Hot/Crowded.
- Halloween: Horror Nights.
Getting there: Uber or Rental
Orlando International (MCO) is the main airport. Uber/Lyft is easy.
Renting a car is recommended if you want to visit different parks or the coast.
- Uber: Easy.
- Car: Recommended.
- Mears Connect: Shuttle.
Where to stay: On-site or I-Drive
Staying 'on property' at Disney/Universal gives you early entry and free transport.
I-Drive and Kissimmee have cheaper hotels and vacation rentals.
- On-site: Perks.
- I-Drive: Central/Value.
- Kissimmee: Rentals.
What to see: Parks and Springs
Spend days at the parks. Visit Disney Springs for shopping/dining (free entry).
Drive to Blue Spring State Park to see manatees (in winter).
- Disney: Magic.
- Universal: Thrills.
- SeaWorld: Marine life.
- Springs: Nature.
Food: Theme Park Snacks
Dole Whip (pineapple soft serve) at Disney. Butterbeer at Universal.
Mills 50 district has amazing Asian food. Winter Park has fine dining.
- Dole Whip: Classic.
- Butterbeer: Harry Potter.
- Mills 50: Asian food.
- Gideon's: Giant cookies.
Getting around: Car
Orlando is spread out. A car is best.
Uber works well. The I-Ride Trolley serves I-Drive.
- Car: Essential.
- Uber: Reliable.
- Trolley: I-Drive only.
Budget: Expensive
Theme park tickets are expensive ($100+ per day). Food inside parks is pricey.
Save by staying off-site and bringing snacks.
- Tickets: Very high.
- Food: Pricey.
- Hotels: Wide range.
3 Days in Orlando
Day 1: Magic Kingdom. Classic Disney. Fireworks at night.
Day 2: Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure. Harry Potter and rollercoasters.
Day 3: Relax. Disney Springs or a trip to Kennedy Space Center.
- Day 1: Disney.
- Day 2: Universal.
- Day 3: Space/Shop.
FAQ
Do I need to book parks?
Yes! Reservations are often required for Disney.
Is it just for kids?
No! Epcot has great food/drinks ('Drinking around the World'). Universal has big coasters.
How far is the beach?
Cocoa Beach is 1 hour east. Clearwater is 2 hours west.