16 days in Orlando 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Fun Spot America and World of Disney. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Orlando: Daytona Beach (Beach at Daytona Beach & Daytona International Speedway), Cocoa Beach (Ron Jon Surf Shop & Cocoa Beach) and Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum (in Ponce Inlet). Have a day of magic on the 22nd (Tue) at Walt Disney World Resort. Pack the 24th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Orlando Resort. And it doesn't end there: find something for the whole family at Universal's Islands of Adventure, make an unforgettable trip to Disney's Animal Kingdom, have some family-friendly fun at iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Orlando, and cool off at Discovery Cove.

For traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read Orlando tour planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Orlando International Airport, Orlando Sanford International Airport, Daytona Beach International Airport, Leesburg International Airport and Lakeland Linder International Airport. In August in Orlando, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.