Best ways to move in Orlando if you are a tourist

If you are planning to spend some time exploring Orlando, then this article will help you to get around the city.

The Best ways to move in Orlando if you are a tourist include:

• Renting a car
• Public transportation
• Taxis
• Hotel shuttle services

By Car

The easiest and most convenient way to get around Orlando is by car as many of the city’s top attractions are spread out and require multiple transfers on public transportation. If you plan on driving, be sure to keep some cash on hand for tolls and consider investing in a good map or bringing a GPS with you. Note that when calculating your travel Tolls costs can be expensive, and many areas have shifted to electronic-only tolling.

If you’re doing the driving, there’s no need to worry about getting lost, as several major highways offer convenient access to area attractions. By helping to reduce roadway congestion, the new express lanes provide more efficient traveling options for commuters and visitors to Orlando.

If you are renting a car at Orlando International Airport you can avoid extra fees and pay the lowest toll rate throughout Florida with the Visitor Toll Pass .

Orlando car rentals vary greatly in price depending on when you visit and how far in advance you book. For example, you might be able to find a car for about $20 per day for an economy car during an off time in January but pay more than $200 per day for the same car between the Christmas and New Year period.

Even if you find a good car rental deal, your hotel may charge a daily rate to park there, plus you will have to pay a parking fee at the parks.

Even though some hotels offer on-site car rentals, these cars are available at premium prices that are much higher than the airport rental locations.

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By I-Ride Trolley in the International Drive Area

If you plan to stay in the International Drive area, consider purchasing a pass for the I-Ride Trolley which services lots of attractions in the I-Drive area including SeaWorld, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and more. Single rides are available but require exact change.

 I-Ride Trolley stops include 6 theme parks, more than 200 restaurants, more than 485 shops and premium outlets, over 30,000 hotel rooms, and more.

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Big Bus Tour Miami

LYNX, Orlando’s comprehensive bus system can get visitors to most areas in Orlando and beyond but can be a hassle when it comes to trip planning and bus schedules.

LYNX bus stops are marked with a pink bus or paw print sign and run every 15, 30, or 60 minutes depending on the route. Check their site for schedules and route maps.

Most public transit services stop operating around midnight or earlier, so they aren’t a good option if you’re planning to be out late.

By Taxi

Taxis are typically available at major attractions and most hotels and can be the best option when you want to avoid tolls and parking fees.

Ride Share

A common way to get about Orlando (and many other cities) is ride-sharing via app-based companies such as Uber and Lyft. The upside is convenience and not having to navigate anywhere or pay for parking at the hotel or theme park.

The downside is that there are no standard rates, so it’s hard to budget.

Shuttle service in Orlando

You may look into either airport shuttles (from MCO) or shuttles that transport you between theme park areas or from hotel to theme park. Find out if your hotel offers shuttles to the theme parks. Some off-site hotels have free theme park shuttles.    

Pros of shuttles are they can be convenient but the price per person may add up, transportation may take extra time, and shuttles may fill up and leave you waiting.

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