Water taxi services on the Universal Orlando Resort grounds are free for guests staying on-site, while ferry services at Walt Disney World Resort are complimentary for all visitors. You'll find them at docks around the lakes near main ticket centers or affiliated resorts. Plus, these modes of transportation offer prime photo ops of the parks' surroundings and entrances, not to mention giving your feet a break. Granted, the ferries move slowly, but they are (occasionally) the most direct means of getting from point A to point B in Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. All rides are free monorail services start 30 minutes before park opening times and end one hour after park closures.
And to get to and from the Magic Kingdom, the Transportation and Ticket Center, Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, visitors can take the Resort Monorail. The Express Monorail carries passengers to and from the Magic Kingdom and the Transportation and Ticket Center, while the Epcot Monorail travels between the Transportation and Ticket Center and Epcot. But with only three lines, coverage isn't extensive. The monorail is the fastest way to get around Walt Disney World. and makes stops near must-visit sights like the Orlando International Premium Outlets and SeaWorld Orlando. I-RIDE Trolley operates daily from 8 a.m. A single-fare pass is just $2, while an all-day pass will only set you back $5. When checking out Orlando's International Drive or Major Boulevard areas, using the I-RIDE Trolley is the way to go. Dozens of bus lines serve Orlando and its nearby suburbs, and fares are just $2 a ride, $4.50 for an all-day pass or $16 for a seven-day pass. This is not the fastest option, but it'll certainly get you where you want to go.įor bus service in Orlando, the Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority offers LYNX. You'll find the routes drawn on maps at each bus stop. Usually, routes run every 20 to 30 minutes, departing from the entrance of every Disney and Universal property.
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando offer free shuttle services between their resorts and affiliated theme parks, but you may have to transfer from one to the other. From the airport, you can expect to pay between $38 and $45 for a ride to downtown Orlando and between $52 and $68 to reach the Disney Resorts area. The ride-hailing services Lyft and Uber also operate in the Orlando area. If you want to avoid renting a vehicle, you can have your hotel call a cab for you. Taxis are stationed at the airport and in downtown Orlando, but it is nearly impossible to find one elsewhere. You can easily pick up a rental car at Orlando International Airport or various city locales. And note that taking side streets isn't a reliable option. Avoid rush hour, when Orlando's highways – especially Interstate 4 – become parking lots for several hours each day. Attractions are spread out in the metro area and are easy to drive to. While you can tour Orlando's individual neighborhoods by foot, you'll need a car to get from one to the other.Īlthough your car will stay in the parking lot once you're on theme park grounds, a vehicle is the most convenient way to explore Orlando. A good pair of walking shoes is essential. And to be efficient, you should plot your path before you begin the day – you'll have a lot of ground to cover. You'll also be surprised at how exhausted (and sore) you are by the end of each day. Carry several maps with you, because you never know when you'll get lost or drenched by a water ride, an afternoon shower or your own sweat. Visitors walk, jog and push strollers all around Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando.