Nightlife
During the day, downtown Orlando is a commercial center where ultramodern skyscrapers are set off by beautiful historic buildings in Victorian style. At night, the downtown turns into a sizzling center of trendy nightclubs and restaurants. Downtown also has a wide range of inviting cafés and attractive bars. The music scene here is an important ingredient in the entertainment mix and has produced more than a few great rock groups, including Creed! Also recommended are the theatrical and dance performances. Downtown Orlando is a real hot spot for extending your vacation fun into the wee hours of the night.
Downtown: for museum hoppers and fun shoppers
Downtown also includes Orlando’s ‘Arts District’ with its many theaters and galleries dedicated to the best in art and culture. And with downtown Orlando’s many shopping malls, it’s also easy to practice the art of fun shopping. Especially recommended: the Florida Mall on South Orange Blossom Trail at the corner of Sand Lake Road. This is the biggest shopping center in Orlando: more than 200 stores!
Perfect for sunbathing
Ever dream of basking in the warm sun at a beautiful resort with crystal clear swimming pools? In Orlando, your dream comes true! It’s no wonder that Florida is also known as the Sunshine State, a nickname aptly chosen for the state’s closeness to the Caribbean and Central America.
Good to know
| Language |
American English |
| Currency |
US dollar, credit cards recommended |
| Time difference from Western Europe |
6 hours earlier (year round) |
| Flight time |
9.5 hours on average from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol |
| Best time to travel |
spring and fall |