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Orlando, Florida, United States of America

How much does it cost to travel to Orlando?

You should plan to spend around $321 per day on your vacation in Orlando. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $65 on meals
  • $66 on local transportation
  • $308 on hotels

A one week trip to Orlando for two people costs, on average, $4,488. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $321
  • One Week Per person
    $2,244
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $4,488
  • One Month Per person
    $9,617
  • One Week For a couple
    $4,488
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $8,976
  • One Month For a couple
    $19,235
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Orlando cost?

A one week trip to Orlando usually costs around $2,244 for one person and $4,488 for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Orlando on average costs around $4,488 for one person and $8,976 for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Orlando will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Orlando on average costs around $9,617 for one person and $19,235 for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Orlando has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Orlando expensive to visit?

Orlando is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. Located in the United States of America, which is a moderately priced country, visitors will need to plan for the extra expenses of this destination. It is in the top 25% of cities in the country for its overall travel expenses. When visiting, expect to pay somewhat higher prices for accommodation, food, and activities.

Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Orlando is a somewhat more expensive destination compared to other places. It is in the top 25% of cities in North America for its travel costs. While some cities in the region are more expensive, Orlando is generally more expensive than most.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Orlando Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Orlando?

The average Orlando trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Orlando travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) $308
Local Transportation 1 $66
Food 2 $65
Entertainment 1 $204
Tips and Handouts 1 $14 - 43
Alcohol 2 $15 - 45
Accommodation Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Orlando is $154. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Orlando is $308. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $154
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $308

Hotel Prices in Orlando

Looking for a hotel in Orlando? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Orlando based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $174. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Orlando is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $66 per person, per day, on local transportation in Orlando.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $66

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Flights to Orlando
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Rental Cars in Orlando
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What did other people spend on Transportation in Orlando?

Typical prices for Transportation in Orlando are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Orlando, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Parking
    $14
  • Taxi Ride
    $45


Food Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Orlando can vary, the average cost of food in Orlando is $65 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Orlando should cost around $26 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Orlando is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $65

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What did other people spend on Food in Orlando?

Typical prices for Food in Orlando are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Orlando, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Lunch for Two at Epcot
    $29


Entertainment Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Orlando typically cost an average of $204 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $204

The Go City Orlando Pass offers great discounts on attractions in Orlando. With the Go City Explorer pass, you can choose to visit specific sights and attractions at a discount. Or, you can visit as many included attractions as you like with a multi-day All-Inclusive Pass. The average visitor saves 30% off of the regular admission prices.


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What did other people spend on Entertainment in Orlando?

Typical prices for Entertainment in Orlando are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Orlando, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Universal Studios for Two
    $110


Tips and Handouts Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average cost for Tips and Handouts in Orlando is $29 per day. The usual amount for a tip in Orlando is 10% - 20%.


  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    $29


Alcohol Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $30 on alcoholic beverages in Orlando per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $30

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Water Budget in Orlando
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, people spend $5.82 on bottled water in Orlando per day. The public water in Orlando is considered safe to drink.


  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    $5.82


Orlando On a Budget
Orlando Downtown Orlando, Florida
Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.

The climate in Orlando is typical of the rest of Florida. It is quite hot and humid in the summer and cooler but comfortable in the winter. It is not unusual for there to be one or two weeks each winter when the weather is uncomfortably cold. Because of the city's extreme popularity as a vacation destination for families, you should time your visit around school and holiday schedules in addition to the weather. Holidays such as spring break and summer vacation can be quite crowded and make for an uncomfortable trip. Prices can also climb significantly higher during these times. It is best to avoid these peak times if at all possible.
Sights
Orlando really is about theme parks. It's the home of Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World among many others. It has long been the fantasy destination for many children. The largest, and most famous theme park in Orlando is Walt Disney World, which has several parks in its system including the Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, and Animal Kingdom. It also has many hotels and restaurants over a range of costs and quality levels. In addition to the many hotels, there is a campground, located on the Disney grounds as well.

Many visitors to Disney World purchase a package vacation that includes a hotel stay, some meals, and admission to a variety of the theme parks. Although at first appearance it may appear that Disney's package deals are there best option, it is actually cheaper to stay outside of the theme park areas in many situations. There are some great discount hotel options around at quality resorts, many of which offer a shuttle to the parks. You can still purchase theme park tickets as a multi day set for a discounted rate, and you will not have to pay the marked up price for the Disney hotel. Recently, Disney also changed their rules regarding food in their theme parks. You are now allowed to pack your own lunch and carry it into the park. This can dramatically cut down on costs for food, particularly if you are traveling with a large family.

Also, the time of year that you visit Orlando can affect the cost of admission to various parks. (Ticket price information below.) In fact, Orlando at Christmas is a terrific time to visit, as there are plenty of things to do. Other holidays are also plenty of fun.

Theme Parks
Orlando is the definitive place in America to visit theme parks. But you obviously knew that already, and that's why you're visiting.

From Disney to Universal to SeaWorld, and then on to the smaller places like LegoLand, the nature activities, and the water parks, you could spend an entire month in Orlando visiting parks before you saw everything. Here's the overview.

Disney World's first park in Orlando was Magic Kingdom, the original fairytale land with the famous castle and plenty of rides that are great for younger kids. It's just as magical now as it was when it first opened, and new rides have been added over the decades. Epcot is all about technology, science, and culture. The rides here are sometimes thrilling, but more often they are slower and educational, but still fun. And the back half of the park has the World Showcase where you can learn about different countries and cultures, all while eating delicious foods from these places. Animal Kingdom is half zoo, half amusement park. You'll find rides, roller coasters, and animal encounters here, along with some dinosaur themed stuff as well as rides from the movie Avatar. Hollywood Studios is the movie-themed park where you'll find plenty of activities, rides, and shows centered around the film industry, as well as plenty to see for Star Wars fans. Disney Springs is a large shopping area with free parking, free entry, and multiple stores and restaurants, plus a few small experiences and shows that you pay for as you go. Disney also has some water parks on its property (more on that below).

Moving on to Universal, the two main parks are Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Both offer rides, but each has its own specialties. Both have Harry Potter attractions, but the main Wizarding World of Harry Potter is found in Universal Studios. Universal also has a great water park (more on that below). The main entry area to the two theme parks, City Walk, is free to enter (but you pay for parking). Here you'll find some great restaurants and some shops with souviniers.

SeaWorld has two parks, the main SeaWorld park and its neighboring water park, Aquatica. SeaWorld is a mix of rides, roller coasters, aquariums, and animal shows centered around marine life. It also has a much lower price tag. As we have mentioned in other articles, SeaWorld is a great bargain right now because there are less people visiting this park than Disney or Universal, so the lines are shorter, but the fun is still there.

How much does Disney World cost?
Ticket prices to the main Disney World parks such as Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios cost anywhere from $100 per day to $160 per day. The price varies by the date, the season, the overall demand of tickets for a particular day, and whether or not you buy multi-day tickets in advance. The best ways to save money on tickets for Disney World are to buy multi-day tickets (this lowers the daily cost), purchase tickets in advance from a discount ticket seller, and pay attention to which days have lower prices well ahead of your arrival date.

Parking at the Disney theme parks is usually $25 per car, per day for standard parking. You can upgrade for a closer spot, and RV's and buses must pay more.

How much does Universal Studios in Orlando cost?
Ticket prices to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure cost anywhere from $100 per day to $150 per day. The price varies based on the day, as it can fluctuate for demand, high season vs. low season, and holidays. Purchasing multi-day and multi-park tickets is a great way to save money, as the price per park will be lower if you get a package deal. Also, pay attention to which days are less expensive and you can save some money there, too.

Parking is $25 per car for standard parking.

How much does SeaWorld in Orlando cost?
SeaWorld tickets are usually much lower in cost than Disney or Universal Tickets. It's possible to get a great price if you purchase in advance, depending on the time of year and the overall demand. Often, they issue coupons and sales. You can check prices here. Multi-park tickets are available if you also want to visit their water park as well as Busch Gardens in Tampa.

Parking for SeaWorld is usually $25 per car. You can often get a discount if you purchase in advance with your ticket.
Neighborhoods
Orlando and the surrounding suburbs make up a sprawling metropolitan area. Most visitors come for the theme parks, which are located outside of the city proper. International Drive is one of the main tourist drags. It's a major road that is lined with cheap hotels, outlet malls and restaurants. On the south end you'll find Sea World and the Orange County Convention Center.

Downtown Orlando has undergone a recent revitalization. There are many new condos and a young urban population. There are also many bars, clubs and restaurants that are worth visiting.

In addition to Orlando, the metropolitan area also includes the cities of Altamonte Springs, Davenport, Kissimmee and Winter Park. Kissimmee is where you'll find Walt Disney World. The western side has cheap hotels that appeal to tourists. The Disney designed town of Celebration is also close by and worth a visit.

Activities
In addition to visiting any of the many theme parks around Orlando and the surrounding areas, there are many other entertainment options that appeal to adults and kids alike. Popular activities include golf, tennis, shopping, or attending a sporting event such as an Orlando Magic basketball game.

Water Parks
Yes, Orlando is home to many water parks. All of them are plenty of fun, especially in Florida where it stays warm almost all year long. Let's get wet!

Volcano Bay (tickets), part of Universal, is an absolutely amazing water park. Not only will you find fun water slides, but the overall atmosphere is very well designed and immersive. A large volcano is the middle of the park, and multiple slides come out of it. You'll also find areas for the little ones, plus some fast rides for the big kids and grownups. Group slides, lazy rivers, and a relaxing beach are on the agenda, too.

Aquatica (tickets) is found next to SeaWorld and is home to some thrilling waterslides along with a wave pool, lazy river, kids' areas, and more.

Blizzard Beach (tickets) is part of the Disney complex, and has a winter ski theme in the form of a warm-weather water park. The rides are plenty of fun, kid-friendly, and have that special Disney atmosphere to them where everything is designed to totally immerse you in the experience. You'll also find a wave pool, lazy river, and a gondola to take you to the top of the mountain.

Typhoon Lagoon (tickets) is another water park owned by Disney, but this one has a tropical summer theme (which just makes more sense). The slides and rides will keep the whole family entertained. As with the others, you'll also find a wave pool (the largest in the U.S.), toddler areas, and more.

Island H2O Live (tickets) is yet another water park that is affordable, fun, and offers pretty much everything you would expect such as slides, a toddler area, and more.

Lego Land
About half way between Orlando and Tampa is this fun and kid-friendly theme park which is a great option for anyone who loves Legos (and who doesn't?). You'll be able to ride roller coasters, see fun creations made with Legos, build things, and more. Tickets start around $85 per adult.

Other Experiences
Crayola Experience (tickets) is a fun and interesting way to spend an afternoon. Learn about how the crayons are made, make art projects, and immerse yourselves in a world of color, art, and fun. ($19)

Dinner Shows
A variety of shows and events can be found around Orlando near the theme parks. Check out th Pirates Dinner Adventure, which features exciting stunts and acrobatics, along with music, audience participation, and pyrotechnic effects. Or, visit Medieval Times to watch a battle of champions as knights on horseback engage in swordfights and jousts, and perform tricks with their horses. (Tickets & Prices)

Animal Activities
No trip to Florida is complete unless you have an encounter with an alligator at GatorLand. Visit this fun and engaging park to learn about the alligators, watch some thrilling shows, ride on the zipline, and more. ($25)

Also, why not take an airboat ride through the swamps of central Florida? You'll have a blast as you zoom through the marsh looking for wildlife. ($25)

Horseback Riding around the rural areas of central Florida is also a fun activity. These tours can take you and the kids through the wildlife areas located just 20 minutes outside of Orlando. It's a fun way to get into nature and do something different than visit the parks.
Food and Dining
There are several areas in Orlando that offer a high concentration of restaurants for visitors. CityWalk at Universal Orlando is a great option. There you will find Margaritaville, Hard Rock Cafe, Pastamore, NASCAR Cafe among other options. You do have to pay for parking ($14 during the day and $5 after 6PM except during certain times).

Disney Springs (formerly known as "Downtown Disney") also has a variety of options such as Rainforest Cafe, Planet Hollywood, and many other restaurants with fun atmospheres. Disney's Epcot Center offers a variety of international dining options within the park. Favorites include the Moroccan restaurant and the Canadian steakhouse.

If you're looking for something a little different, head to downtown Orlando. There you'll find some of the city's best restaurants with options including French, Italian, Chinese and Japanese.

Transportation
It is possible to travel in Orlando without a car, particularly if you stay within the Disney grounds. If you hope to visit any other theme parks however, it can be far less efficient without a vehicle. The city is known for its sprawling development and most of the area's attractions are located far from each other or far from the downtown part of the city. Many are in nearby cities such as Kissimmee and Lake Buena Vista. Driving is relatively easy and the roads are of great quality. Traffic congestion can be high during the holiday seasons or when parks are first opening or closing. Road construction projects are also not uncommon.

It is very easy and relatively affordable to rent a car in Orlando (see prices here). Arranging the vehicle in advance will offer you the best rates. All of the major rental companies are available including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, E-Z Rent-A-Car, National, Sixt, and Thrifty.

If arriving by plane, here's how to drive from the Orlando Airport to Disney World. There are multiple options, so plan for the various routes if you find heavy traffic.

Taxis are available from any of the dozens of taxi companies located in the city. It's relatively easy to find a taxi from the airport to your hotel or from you hotel to a theme park. Prices, however, can be quite expensive. If you plan to be in town for any significant amount of time then this option is less convenient than renting a vehicle.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.