Orlando United States 2 Day Itinerary

Orlando, Florida: 2-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1:

Morning:

  • Start your day at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios. Explore Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, enjoy a Butterbeer, and take the Hogwarts Express between the two lands. (Transportation: Universal Studios’ shuttle buses or taxi)

  • For lunch, head to Three Broomsticks within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter for some classic British fare.

Afternoon:

  • After lunch, proceed to Universal’s Islands of Adventure to experience the exciting rides like Jurassic Park River Adventure and The Incredible Hulk Coaster.

  • For dinner, visit CityWalk at Universal Studios for a variety of dining options, from fine dining to casual eateries. Don’t forget to catch a show or music event while you’re there! (Transportation: Shuttle buses or walk within CityWalk)

Evening:

  • If you still have energy, visit Universal’s Volcano Bay, Universal’s water theme park, for some evening fun. (Transportation: Shuttle buses or walk within the resort)

Overnight:

  • Stay at one of the on-site hotels at Universal Orlando Resort for easy access to the parks. Our recommendations include Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort.

Day 2:

Morning:

  • Begin your day at Walt Disney World Resort. Start with Magic Kingdom, home to classics like Cinderella’s Castle, Space Mountain, and it’s a small world.

  • For lunch, grab a bite at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom or Be Our Guest Restaurant in the Beast’s Castle (Advance reservations are highly recommended)

Afternoon:

  • Post lunch, head to Epcot for a taste of cultures from around the world at the World Showcase. Don’t miss the IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth nighttime spectacular!

  • For dinner, enjoy an evening at Victoria & Albert’s, one of the finest restaurants in Disney World, or grab quick bites at various international food kiosks throughout Epcot. (Transportation: Disney’s complimentary transportation system - buses, monorail, and boats)

Evening:

  • If you still have time, visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios to experience Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, or the nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!

Overnight:

  • Stay at one of the Disney World Resort hotels for easy access to the parks. Our recommendations include the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Contemporary Resort, and Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Things to Know:

  • Both Universal Studios and Walt Disney World offer park hopper passes that allow you to visit multiple parks within a day.
  • Consider purchasing refillable mugs for unlimited soda or water in the parks.
  • Use the FastPass+ system at Disney World to reserve access to popular attractions and reduce wait times.
  • Always check operating hours and showtimes before planning your day.

Tips:

  • Wear comfortable shoes as you’ll be doing a lot of walking.
  • Bring a water bottle and sunscreen, especially during the summer months.
  • Purchase tickets online in advance to save time and money.

Enjoy your trip to Orlando!