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Orlando travel guide

Disney, Universal and the world's biggest theme parks

Cinderella Castle, Walt Disney World. Photo: TheWanderingTraders, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

9hflight from London
MCOnearest main airport
27° in Julwarmest month
15° in Jancoolest month

Orlando is the theme park capital of the world, with Walt Disney World's four parks, Universal Orlando's three and SeaWorld. Many UK families spend two weeks here.

Florida's beaches, the Kennedy Space Center and the Everglades are all within a couple of hours' drive.

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What Orlando is known for

  • Walt Disney World

    Magic Kingdom, Epcot and more.

  • Universal

    Harry Potter worlds and big rides.

  • Space

    Kennedy Space Center launches nearby.

  • Sunshine

    Warm all year, with summer storms.

Top things to do in Orlando

  1. 1

    Magic Kingdom

    Cinderella Castle and the classic Disney rides.

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  2. 2

    Universal's Epic Universe

    The newest Universal park, opened in 2025.

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  3. 3

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

    Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, linked by the Hogwarts Express.

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  4. 4

    Kennedy Space Center

    Rockets and launches, about an hour away.

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Where to stay in Orlando

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Best time to visit Orlando

Best value: Jan–Feb, May, Sep–Nov. Late January to early March and November to mid-December: cooler and quieter. Summer is hot, stormy and busy.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 9h from London to MCO, and flights from most UK airports.

Hire a car: Orlando is spread out. Disney and Universal have their own transport.

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Good to know

  • Book park tickets and dining well in advance.
  • Summer afternoon thunderstorms are almost daily.
  • Parking fees at parks add up.
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Orlando FAQ

How many days for Orlando?

At least a week, or two to add the beach.

Disney or Universal?

Disney for young children, Universal for thrill rides and Harry Potter.

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