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2025 Orlando Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Reputed for being the number one tourist destination in the US, Orlando is the home to seven of the world’s top theme parks, Kennedy Space Center on Cape Canaveral, dozens of golf courses, and unique wilderness. It’s no surprise that every year tens of millions of tourists flock to this sunny Florida city for their dream vacations.Located in Central Florida, Orlando is the county seat of Orange County. As the third-largest metropolitan area in the state, over 2 million people live in Metro Orlando. The most prominent districts and neighborhoods include Central Business District, City District (downtown’s entertainment district), South West Orlando (home to world-class theme parks), and Lake Eola Heights (one of the oldest and architecturally diverse areas).Originally settled by aboriginal natives, Orlando as a settlement began about 1843 around Fort Gatlin. A regional center for cotton, cattle, and later on the citrus industry, the area’s population and the economy grew after the development of the Cape Canaveral aerospace complex (1950s) and Walt Disney World (1970s). Today, the city’s economy is heavily dependent on tourism, conventions, manufacturing, high-technology, and citrus industries. Known as the theme park capital of the world, Orlando’s first theme park was Cypress Gardens, which was opened in 1936. Then in 1949, Gatorland, a theme park and wildlife preserve welcomed its first visitors.Orlando is also the home to so many attractions and exciting experiences. Fun for the whole family, visitors can step back in time in Old Town Kissimmee, learn about Florida’s native animals in Exotic Animal Experience, paddleboard your way to the beautiful Wekiva Island, be curious in Orlando Science Center, or watch the knights battle it out at Medieval Times dinner show.The most common way to reach Orlando is by air via Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). But it is worth noting that there are several alternative options to reach the city from other US locations. To drive to Orlando from the east coast of the US, take I-95 south; from elsewhere in the country, take I-75 south. Visitors can take the Amtrak train to Orlando from Tampa or Miami in Florida, or board the direct "Silver Star" or "Silver Meteor" train from New York City. And the cheapest option is the Greyhound bus, with a direct bus from Tampa, Miami, or Jacksonville, a connection required from elsewhere in the US.
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Orlando Frequently Asked Questions

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    What's the most popular attractions in Orlando?

    Here are the best places to visit in Orlando, including: Universal Orlando Resort,Walt Disney World,Magic Kingdom Park
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    What is the best season to visit Orlando?

    Orlando and Tampa have a tropical monsoon climate with no obvious seasonal changes and can be divided into wet and dry seasons throughout the year. Every year from December to April is the tourist season in the area. Hurricanes usually occur from June 1st to November 30th of each year, which may cause severe winds, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the region, especially from mid-August to the end of September. It is not recommended to travel during this time.
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    What do I need to know before visiting Orlando?

    There are no special safety tips, mainly because the US government does not mandate the purchase of travel insurance, but it is recommended that you purchase travel insurance to deal with emergencies. The medical expenses in the United States are quite expensive. It is better to buy a travel insurance.
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    What is the most beautiful place in Orlando?

    There are many places to visit in Orlando, including Universal Studios and Disney, which is a great place to take kids to play.
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