Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.
Universal Studios Florida
Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Disney Springs™
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Magic Kingdom® Park
One of the most famous theme parks in the world offers a land of fun and fantasy at the foot of a fairytale castle.
Orange County Convention Center
Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.
Things to do
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
Walt Disney World® Resort Theme Park Tickets
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
The checkin process was very long in terms of waiting time.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
The relaxing weekend I needed
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
This property is conveniently located to all of the theme parks, Without the hustle of being in the middle of them. The staff was friendly at check-in. Our condo was nice and had a good view of the pool and lake. It was frustrating that our dryer did not work in our condo and housekeeping never came ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
Close to a lot of attractions. Nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Avanti International Resort
Affordable, cleanliness, cool amenities, helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Champions Gate
Ample dining options and top golf courses are well-reviewed features of Champions Gate. Make a stop by top sights like ChampionsGate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Highlands Reserve
When in Highlands Reserve, you can plan a visit to Highland Reserve Golf Club and Northeast Regional Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Regal Palms
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Regal Palms and surrounding area, you can visit Highland Reserve Golf Club and Northeast Regional Park.
Solterra Resort
While there might not be top attractions in Solterra Resort, you can explore the larger area and discover places like ChampionsGate Golf Club and Reunion Resort Golf Course.
Bahama Bay
If you're spending some time in Bahama Bay, Northeast Regional Park and Lake Davenport are top sights worth seeing.
Reunion
The top golf courses and fun-filled water parks are top of the list for many visitors to Reunion. A stop by Reunion Resort Golf Course or Jack Nicklaus Course might round out your trip.
