Walt Disney World Orlando Special Event Tickets

Orlando , United States

Walt Disney World Orlando Special Event Tickets

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About this experience

More of a good thing is always a great thing, and more Disney magic just might be the best thing of all. That’s exactly what you get at a Disney After Hours event. You get after hours time in EPCOT®, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, Magic Kingdom Park or Disney's Hollywood Studios on select nights. Enjoy more time for riding popular attractions, enjoying incredible experiences and beyond. And more time for making the absolute most out of your Walt Disney World experience.

Available options

Jollywood Nights - 15 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 26 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H2O Glow Night - 25 August

H2O Glow Night

EPCOT After Dark - 23 July

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 13 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 17 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 25 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 18 August

H2O Glow Night

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-2 Sep

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 17 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

Magic Kingdom After Dark-23Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-10Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-12Aug

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 20 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

Very Merry Christmas - 10 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 23 May

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 23 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Mickey's Halloween - 13 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-25May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-27Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 4 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-21Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 26 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Magic Kingdom After Dark-1 Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

H2O Glow Night - 31 May

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 14 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-2 Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 29 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 23 April

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 28 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-4 May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 2 April

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 9 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 13 August

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 7 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-15Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 2 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Jollywood Nights - 22 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 23 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-30May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 24 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

EPCOT After Dark - 15 April

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 22 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 24 Sep

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 5 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-3 Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-19Aug

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-6 May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-29Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-28Jan

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 7 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 22 July

H2O Glow Night

H2O Glow Night - 1 July

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 26 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Jollywood Nights - 22 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 25 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-22Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 15 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

H2O Glow Night - 5 August

H2O Glow Night

Very Merry Christmas - 18 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Very Merry Christmas - 21 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

EPCOT After Dark - 22 January

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 24 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-14May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 19 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 19 February

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-13Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 13 August

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-19Jan

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-29Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-25Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-12Jan

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-12Sep

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-5 Aug

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 10 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-4 Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 8 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

EPCOT After Dark - 29 January

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-26Aug

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Jollywood Nights - 6 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

EPCOT After Dark - 9 April

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 14 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 8 July

H2O Glow Night

H2O Glow Night - 13 June

H2O Glow Night

H2O Glow Night - 6 September

H2O Glow Night

Magic Kingdom After Dark-9 Mar

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 19 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Very Merry Christmas - 21 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

EPCOT After Dark - 9 Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 12 March

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 18 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Mickey's Halloween - 9 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 13 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Mickey's Halloween - 5 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 30 April

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-29Apr

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 30 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 5 March

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

H2O Glow Night - 6 June

H2O Glow Night

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-14Jan

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Magic Kingdom After Dark-20Apr

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 14 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 11 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 20 June

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 19 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 30 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Mickey's Halloween - 7 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Mickey's Halloween - 16 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 16 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Mickey's Halloween - 12 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-8 Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H2O Glow Night - 15 July

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 19 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

H2O Glow Night - 13 September

H2O Glow Night

Magic Kingdom After Dark-9 Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 16 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Magic Kingdom After Dark-22Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 2 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 12 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Very Merry Christmas - 11 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

H2O Glow Night - 31 August

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 9 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Jollywood Nights - 17 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

Magic Kingdom After Dark-11May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 28 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 20 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Jollywood Nights - 1 December

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 24 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-17Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 11 June

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 3 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-18May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 5 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

EPCOT After Dark - 16 Sep

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-1 Jul

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 18 June

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

H2O Glow Night - 27 June

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 30 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

EPCOT After Dark - 6 Aug

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

EPCOT After Dark - 21 May

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! EPCOT After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 2 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-13Apr

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

Very Merry Christmas - 28 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Jollywood Nights - 29 November

Disney Jollywood Nights

Mickey's Halloween - 10 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Very Merry Christmas - 14 Dec

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Very Merry Christmas - 7 Nov

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas

Mickey's Halloween - 16 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-24Jun

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

Mickey's Halloween - 26 Aug

Mickey's Halloween Party

H'wood Studios Aftr Dark-11Feb

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Hollywood Studios After Dark

H2O Glow Night - 29 July

H2O Glow Night

Mickey's Halloween - 21 Sep

Mickey's Halloween Party

Mickey's Halloween - 17 Oct

Mickey's Halloween Party

Magic Kingdom After Dark-2 Mar

Includes: Free Snacks, Low Wait Times for Rides, Special Entertainment and Character Interractions! Magic Kingdom After Dark

What's included

After Hours Admission for the one (1) park selected (option selected at time of booking)

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Make your way to the Walt Disney World Resort and enjoy special after hours events!

Stop 2

Enjoy EPCOT® at a Disney After Hours event. You get three hours – after hours – at EPCOT® on select nights through August 24, 2023. That’s more time for riding popular attractions, enjoying incredible experiences and beyond. And more time for making the absolute most out of your Walt Disney World experience. Of course, sometimes less is also more and you get that too! Lower wait times, that is. At EPCOT®, discover a world of possibilities including Frozen Ever After, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Soarin’ Around the World. Of course, that’s all just for starters. To make these already awesome evenings even better, your event ticket also includes complimentary ice cream treats, popcorn and select beverages (available during event hours only).

Stop 3

Introducing Disney Jollywood Nights—a nighttime holiday party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Dance the night away with friends at themed celebrations that feel like you put your holiday hit mix on shuffle. Indulge in delicious treats and cheery spirits. Add a little magic to your merriment as favorite Characters offer you season's meet ’n’ greetings. (And pose for festive photos with Disney PhotoPass downloads included in the price of your ticket!) You can’t help but feel joyful on favorite thrill rides and classic attractions at this limited-capacity event. And the party wraps up with the return of a favorite nighttime spectacular, Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!

So, grab your friends and gift your tickets for an evening filled with cheer at Disney Jollywood Nights. Select nights November 9–December 21.

Stop 4

More of a good thing is always a great thing. And more Disney magic just might be the best thing of all. That’s exactly what you get at an H2O Glow Disney After Hours Event. You get three hours – after hours – in Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park on select nights through September 2, 2023. This special event is held from 8pm to 11pm. And you can get a head start on the fun by entering the park at 6pm, a couple of hours before the event officially begins. That’s more time for riding popular attractions, enjoying incredible experiences and beyond. And more time for making the absolute most out of your Walt Disney World experience!

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party: Keep your eyes open for the Headless Horseman, grim-grinning ghosts and Mickey and friends in Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade. Watch the spellbinding Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular castle show, where the Sanderson Sisters take “stage fright” to another level. Turn your eyes to an eerie-lit castle to see the skies above come alive with a magical fireworks extravaganza and a spectacle that definitely goes bump in the night. Step into enchanting new photo ops. Plus, see even more favorite Characters and find plenty of sweet treats for ghosts and ghouls of all ages!

Stop 6

Join Mickey and the gang as they host the happiest holiday party of the season. Here, you can marvel at Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, a dazzling nighttime spectacular full of festive cheer! Ring in the season with Elsa, Anna, Olaf and friends during a brand-new Frozen-inspired stage show in front of Cinderella Castle. Plus, watch holiday wishes come true with a festive parade, a joyous castle stage show featuring Mickey and pals, an enchanting “snowfall” on Main Street, U.S.A.® Throughout the night you’ll find Character Greeting Experiences, complimentary treats like hot cocoa and cookies, plus a commemorative holiday keepsake! The holiday magic shines bright on select nights during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park, November 8–December 20!

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop off

Food and beverages

Parking

Admission to more than one park per booking

Reviews breakdown

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Tripadvisor 2.6

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Important information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Child ages: 3-9 years

Important notes

Now that you’ve purchased tickets, follow these steps to access the magic:

1. Visit StartYourDisneyExperience.com and link your ticket confirmation to your MY DISNEY EXPERIENCE profile.
2. Access your ticket upon arrival at WALT DISNEY WORLD® RESORT by using Disney MagicMobile or visiting a ticket window:

Disney MagicMobile Service
1. Create a Disney MagicMobile pass in advance in the MY DISNEY EXPERIENCE app. To enter a Theme Park, scan the pass from the digital wallet on your mobile device at the entry touchpoint.
Will Call
2. Alternatively, the Lead Guest can pick up your Special Event ticket order by presenting this printed confirmation and a valid and properly matched government-issued photo ID, at a Theme Park ticket window or the Disney Ticket Center at Disney Springs®. The order will only be released to the Lead Guest listed on the Will Call confirmation.

When you receive your ticket, it will provide:
NONREFUNDABLE • NOT FOR RESALE • VOID IF ALTERED • REVOCABLE • ADMIT ONE
If this card includes admission rights, it is nontransferable. Disney is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. Parks, attractions or entertainment may change operating hours; close due to refurbishing, capacity, low demand, weather, special events or other reasons; and may otherwise change or be discontinued without notice and without liability to the owners of the Walt Disney World® Resort. If re-entry is permitted, biometric or other confirmation required with ticket for re-entry. Unless otherwise specifically stated, not valid for special or premium events or other activities which are separately priced. Not valid for any park commencing operations after November 1, 2019. It is agreed between owners of the Walt Disney World® Resort and ticket users that all claims for injury or loss arising incident to presence on owners’ property shall be litigated in Orange County, Florida, under Florida law.

About Orlando

Orlando is renowned as the theme park capital of the world, home to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld. Beyond its famous attractions, Orlando offers a vibrant dining scene, luxurious resorts, and natural beauty with its lakes and parks.

Top Attractions

Walt Disney World Resort

Walt Disney World Resort is the world's largest theme park resort, featuring four theme parks, two water parks, and numerous entertainment and shopping districts.

Entertainment Multiple days for a full experience Expensive (Multi-day tickets recommended)

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort features two theme parks, a water park, and the CityWalk entertainment district, offering a variety of thrilling rides and attractions based on popular movies and characters.

Entertainment 1-3 days depending on interests Moderate to Expensive (Multi-day tickets recommended)

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is a marine-life theme park featuring thrilling rides, marine animal exhibits, and educational shows.

Entertainment 1 day Moderate (Combination tickets available with other parks)

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers a fascinating look into America's space program, with exhibits, tours, and the opportunity to see real spacecraft and astronauts.

Educational 1 day Moderate (Special exhibits and tours may cost extra)

Orlando Museum of Art

The Orlando Museum of Art features a diverse collection of American and contemporary art, as well as traveling exhibitions and educational programs.

Cultural 1-2 hours Budget (Free admission on the first Thursday of the month)

Must-Try Local Dishes

Floribbean Cuisine

A fusion of Caribbean and Floridian flavors, featuring dishes like grilled fish, jerk chicken, and tropical fruit salsas.

Lunch/Dinner Can be adapted for various dietary restrictions

Orlando-Style BBQ

Slow-smoked meats with a variety of sauces, including traditional and sweet and tangy options.

Lunch/Dinner May contain allergens like soy and gluten

Fresh Citrus

Florida is known for its citrus, and Orlando offers a variety of fresh citrus dishes, including marmalades, sorbets, and cocktails.

Snack/Dessert Naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly

Popular Activities

Theme park rides Water sports Zip-lining ATV tours Spa treatments Beach days Boat tours Shopping

Best Time to Visit

December to April

This is the peak tourist season with pleasant weather and crowded attractions. It's ideal for those who want to experience all that Orlando has to offer but be prepared for higher prices and long lines.

15-28°C 60-82°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: English
Widely spoken: Spanish
English: Widely spoken

Currency

United States Dollar (USD)

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone (GMT-5:00)

Electricity

120VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Orlando is generally safe for tourists, with a low crime rate in tourist areas. However, as with any major city, it's important to be aware of your surroundings and take precautions to ensure your safety.

Important Precautions:

• Be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
• Keep valuables secure and out of sight
• Use reputable tour operators and transportation services

Getting there

By air

Orlando International Airport • 10 km (6 miles) from downtown
Orlando Sanford International Airport • 40 km (25 miles) from downtown

By bus

Orlando Greyhound Station

Getting around

Public transport

The Lynx Bus system is affordable and convenient for getting around Orlando. It serves major attractions, hotels, and neighborhoods.

Taxis

Available • Apps: Uber, Lyft

Rentals

Car, Bike, Scooter

Neighborhoods

Downtown Orlando International Drive Winter Park Bal Harbor Thornton Park

Day trips

Cocoa Beach

80 km (50 miles) • Half day to full day

A popular beach destination known for its surfing, beautiful beaches, and the Kennedy Space Center.

St. Augustine

180 km (112 miles) • Full day

The oldest city in the United States, featuring a rich history, beautiful architecture, and scenic views.

Daytona Beach

90 km (56 miles) • Half day to full day

A popular beach destination known for its racing history, beautiful beaches, and vibrant nightlife.

Festivals

Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival • May Orlando Film Festival • October Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival • March

Pro tips

Arrive early to popular attractions to beat the crowds and lines
Download official apps for theme parks and attractions for planning and reservations
Consider staying at an on-site hotel or resort for perks and convenience
Plan your itinerary in advance and prioritize your must-see attractions
Take breaks and stay hydrated, especially during the hot and humid summer months