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International Drive, Orlando, FL

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International Drive

International Dr corridor, between Universal Orlando and SeaWorld · Orlando, FL

Why you should go…

International Drive, or I-Drive, runs about 11 miles through Orlando's tourist district, several miles southwest of downtown. Along it you find Madame Tussauds, Fun Spot America, an observation wheel, the Pointe Orlando entertainment complex, the Orange County Convention Center, SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica. The district promotes about 300 restaurants and 600 stores, including outlets. The I-RIDE Trolley runs the corridor, so you can leave the car parked.

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  • #entertainment district
  • #outlet shopping
  • #i-ride trolley

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to International Drive, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Aquatica Orlando

    $50+

    Ride water slides, float two rivers and swim in side-by-side wave pools at SeaWorld's South Pacific-themed water park.

    0.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    SeaWorld Orlando

    $50+

    Marine-life shows, roller coasters, and rescue-and-rehab exhibits share one lakeside park.

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Discovery Cove

    $50+

    Spend an all-inclusive day swimming with dolphins, snorkeling a reef and hand-feeding tropical birds.

    0.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Attractions
    Iconic

    Universal Epic Universe

    $50+

    Universal's newest park opened in 2025 with lands built around Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Super Nintendo World.

    1.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    The Wheel at ICON Park

    Under $25

    A 400-foot observation wheel on International Drive with sweeping views of Orlando's skyline and theme parks.

    2.0 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Bok Tower Gardens

    Under $25

    Stroll Olmsted-designed gardens on a Florida hilltop and listen to the 60-bell carillon ring from the 205-foot Singing Tower.

    34 mi awayMore like this