1-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Orlando

  • 8:00AM: Breakfast at Keke's Breakfast Cafe
    15 minutes (6.3 miles) from Lake Eola Park

    Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast at Keke's Breakfast Cafe. With a wide variety of breakfast options, their menu has something for everyone in the family.

  • 9:30AM: Lake Eola Park
    20 minutes (9.2 miles) from ICON Park

    Located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, Lake Eola Park is a popular park and cultural hub in the city. Take a stroll around the lake, enjoy the scenery, and maybe even rent a swan paddleboat.

  • 11:00AM: ICON Park
    10 minutes (4.5 miles) from The Crayola Experience

    ICON Park is a family-friendly entertainment complex featuring a variety of attractions such as the Orlando StarFlyer, Sea Life Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, and more.

  • 1:00PM: Lunch at Hash House A Go Go
    15 minutes (5.1 miles) from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

    Hash House A Go Go is famous for its "twisted farm food" and oversized portions. This restaurant offers a unique and delicious dining experience that your family will love.

  • 2:30PM: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
    20 minutes (10.3 miles) from Disney Springs

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort is a must-visit attraction for any Harry Potter fan. Get your wand at Ollivanders, ride on exciting Harry Potter-themed rides, and explore Hogsmeade.

  • 4:30PM: Disney Springs
    20 minutes (11.2 miles) from Gatorland

    Disney Springs is a shopping, dining, and entertainment complex at Walt Disney World Resort. Spend your evening enjoying the live entertainment, shopping for souvenirs, and dining at one of their many restaurants.

  • 6:30PM: Gatorland

    Gatorland is an alligator theme park and wildlife preserve, featuring thousands of alligators, crocodiles, aviary, and a petting zoo. Enjoy a thrilling zip-line experience or one of their shows where you can get up-close with these ferocious creatures.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Keke's Breakfast Cafe (1 hour, $30+)
  • Lake Eola Park (1.5 hours, Free)
  • ICON Park (2 hours, $20+)
  • Hash House A Go Go (1.5 hours, $50+)
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (2 hours, $150+)
  • Disney Springs (2 hours, $30+)
  • Gatorland (2 hours, $30+)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $340+

Transportation

Most of the attractions on this itinerary are within a 20-30 minute drive from each other. It is recommended to rent a car or take an Uber/Lyft to get around. Estimated travel cost is around $50-$100 depending on the transportation method and the distance traveled.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Universal Studios Florida to experience more thrilling rides and attractions. If you have less time, you can skip Gatorland or Disney Springs and spend more time exploring the other attractions on the list.

Airports

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the largest airport in the Orlando area and is located approximately 12 miles southeast of Downtown Orlando. The airport code is MCO. Other nearby airports include Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) and Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB).

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