faq.subtitle Orlando
March-May and September-November offer pleasant weather and smaller crowds. Avoid summer (very hot and humid) and peak hurricane season. Christmas and New Year are extremely crowded.
Tourist areas are very safe with theme park security. Avoid Pine Hills and North Orange Blossom Trail areas. Use rideshare apps at night instead of walking.
Minimum 5-7 days for main parks. Disney World alone needs 4-5 days (4 parks). Universal 2-3 days. SeaWorld 1 day. Add days for rest!
Uber/Lyft to Disney area $40-60. Many Disney/Universal hotels offer free shuttles. Rental cars are popular. No direct train to parks.
Not necessarily if staying at Disney/Universal resorts with free transport. But helpful for exploring beyond parks, outlets, and restaurants.
Starting from $109/day for adults (varies by date). Kids 3-9 pay less. Multi-day tickets cheaper per day. Book directly from Disney website - avoid scams!
Useful tips for visiting Orlando
Book park tickets ONLY from official websites (Disney, Universal). Scammers sell fake or partially used tickets. Never buy from street vendors or sketchy websites.
Beware fake pizza menus slipped under hotel doors - its a credit card theft scam. Order only from known restaurants or hotel concierge.
Summer is extremely hot (91-95F/33-35C with high humidity). Carry water, use sunscreen, take AC breaks. Lightning storms common in afternoon - parks have shelter protocols.
Use Uber/Lyft instead of street taxis. Some taxis overcharge tourists - broken meters, inflated prices. Apps show price upfront.
Restaurant tips 18-20% are expected (not optional). Hotel housekeeping $3-5/day in cash left on pillow with a note. Uber/Lyft tip 15-20% in app.
SeaWorld and Busch Gardens are cashless - cards and digital payments only. Disney and Universal accept cash but cards preferred.
Avoid gas stations near airport and rental agencies - inflated prices and card skimmers reported. Use stations further from tourist areas.
Florida has alligators! Never leave children or pets unattended near freshwater lakes, ponds, or canals. They can be in residential areas too.
Average temperature by month
location.transport.subtitle
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.bus | 2 $ | LYNXLYMMO | LYNX bus USD 2 per ride, monthly USD 70. LYMMO free in downtown (3 lines every 10-15 min) |
location.transport.train | 2 $ | SunRail | SunRail commuter rail USD 2-5 by zone. Monthly USD 100 for all zones |
location.transport.taxi | 3.5 $ | Uber/Lyft main transport. Base ~USD 3.50 + USD 2/mile. To theme parks USD 15-40 |
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
location.payment.subtitle
Cards accepted everywhere. Cash only needed for housekeeping tips and some flea markets. SeaWorld/Busch Gardens are completely cashless.
US Dollar (USD). No need to exchange - use cards everywhere. ATMs widespread but may charge fees. Avoid airport exchange booths (bad rates).
Tipping is MANDATORY, not optional! Restaurants 18-20% (often auto-added for groups 6+), delivery 15-20%, hotel housekeeping $3-5/day, Uber/Lyft 15-20%.