Orlando

About Orlando

Orlando is a logistics exercise as much as a vacation. Walt Disney World alone covers four parks and two water parks; Universal adds two more plus Epic Universe. Off-park, the city has strong dining and easy access to the Space Coast.

• Magic KingdomWalt Disney World, Bay LakeThe most visited theme park in the world. Rope drop Fantasyland and save Adventureland for the evening.
• Walt Disney World ResortBay Lake & Lake Buena Vista, FLFour theme parks, two water parks and dozens of resorts — the anchor of any Orlando family trip.
• Universal Orlando Resort6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FLUniversal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe, home to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
• Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexMerritt Island, FLNASA's launch headquarters with the Atlantis shuttle, rocket garden and astronaut encounters, an hour east of Orlando.

Suggested itinerary

1. Day 1

   Magic Kingdom

   Rope drop Fantasyland, evening fireworks.

2. Day 2

   EPCOT

   World Showcase in the afternoon and evening.

3. Day 3

   Universal Studios

   Both parks with a park-to-park ticket for the Hogwarts Express.

4. Day 4

   Kennedy Space Center

   Day trip east to the Space Coast.

Good with family

• Magic Kingdom
• Universal Islands of Adventure
• Kennedy Space Center
• LEGOLAND Florida

Travel tips

• Book park reservations and Lightning Lane options in advance
• Stay on-property for early park entry
• Rent a car unless staying entirely at Disney