13 days in Orlando & Tampa Itinerary

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Head to World of Disney and Ron Jon Surf Shopfor some retail therapy. Explore hidden gems such as Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum and The Mall at Millenia. Explore Orlando's surroundings by going to Gallery of Local Art (in Flagler Beach), Oakland Nature Preserve (in Oakland) and Beach at Daytona Beach (in Daytona Beach). Have a day of magic on the 24th (Sun) at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Next up on the itinerary: browse the different shops at The Florida Mall, discover the magic at Happily Ever After Fireworks, walk around Lake Eola Park, and stop by An Owl's Bazaar.

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Phoenix to Orlando is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Phoenix to Orlando, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Phoenix in May, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Orlando: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can drive to Tampa.

Tampa ranks among the country's most livable cities, attracting newcomers with its growing economy and status as a major port on the Gulf of Mexico.

Bishop Museum Of Science And Nature and The Dali Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Visiting Crescent Beach and Nokomis Beach will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Tampa: The Ringling (in Sarasota), Madeira Beach (Madeira Beach & John's Pass Village & Boardwalk) and Ellenton Premium Outlets (in Ellenton). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Muscle Car City Museum.

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Traveling by car from Orlando to Tampa takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Tampa can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can travel back home.