What to do in Lake Buena Vista, FL

Activities, attractions and tours

M932CB ORLANDO, FLORIDA - December 16th, 2015 - The Walt Disney World Monorail going through Epcot
M932CB ORLANDO, FLORIDA - December 16th, 2015 - The Walt Disney World Monorail going through Epcot
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Top places to visit

1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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2. Magic Kingdom® Park

The first of the Florida-based theme parks, the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park is still central to most Orlando vacations. Six fantasy lands across 107 acres (43 hectares), morning-through-night entertainment and animatronic Disney characters all help to create an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Magic Kingdom® Theme Park was created from the vision of Walt Disney and opened in 1971.
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Magic Kingdom® Park which includes rides

3. Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, where Disney magic meets Mother Nature. While watching elephants meandering across the Sahara and tigers stalking through the jungle, you will feel miles away from Orlando. This popular park in the Walt Disney World® Resort family delights visitors young and old.
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4. Epcot®

With a name that stands for Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, expect to see into the future at Epcot®. You’ll also explore the world of today in pavilions dedicated to different nations. Covering 300 acres (121 hectares), Epcot® has two main areas: Future World and World Showcase. Future World’s exhibits look at innovation, technology and science, while World Showcase presents the past and present cultures of 11 countries.
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5. Disney's Hollywood Studios®

The magic of the silver screen comes to life at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. One of Walt Disney World® Resort’s four theme parks, it feels like a sprawling movie set. Once you step inside its boundaries, you are transported far from Orlando, Florida to the glittering world of Hollywood’s heyday.
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Disney\'s Hollywood Studios® featuring rides, night scenes and signage

6. Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

Enjoy the massive wave pool and high-speed water slides of Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Expect to get soaked. The variety of rides aimed at visitors of all ages and energy levels makes this a beloved water park in Orlando, Florida.
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Disney\'s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park which includes a waterpark and landscape views

7. Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park

Orlando, Florida may be known for sun rather than snow, but Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park transports you to a Swiss-style ski resort experiencing a meltdown. Walt Disney World® Resort’s water park is popular for its variety of exciting rides and attractions.
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Disney\'s Blizzard Beach Water Park showing a waterpark as well as an individual male

What to do in Lake Buena Vista

Popular places to visit

Walt Disney World® Resort

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.

Walt Disney World® Resort
Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios Florida

Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.

Universal Studios Florida
Universal Studios Florida® showing rides, a city and street scenes

Universal Orlando Resort

Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.

Universal Orlando Resort
Disney Springs™

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.

Disney Springs™
Magic Kingdom® Theme Park which includes rides

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.

Magic Kingdom® Park
Orange County Convention Center

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.

Orange County Convention Center
SeaWorld® Orlando

SeaWorld® Orlando

This marine theme park and zoo seamlessly blends education, entertainment and conservation.

SeaWorld® Orlando
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

Anchored by the iconic Tree of Life® Attraction, Walt Disney World® Resort’s animal-themed park transports you from lush jungles to soaring mountains.

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Epcot®

Epcot®

Design your own race car and take an international food safari at the theme park that celebrates human achievement.

Epcot®

Day trip destinations from Lake Buena Vista

Orlando which includes a sunset, a pond and a city

Orlando

Bahama Bay which includes a garden

Kissimmee

Celebration showing a lake or waterhole, landscape views and a small town or village

Celebration

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Buena Vista worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to discover the local charm and cultural highlights or sample regional foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in Lake Buena Vista.
How do I spend a day in Lake Buena Vista?
Walt Disney World® Resort and Universal Studios Florida are two great places to begin your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Lake Buena Vista while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lake Buena Vista?
Don't leave without visiting Walt Disney World® Resort, rated the top tourist attraction in Lake Buena Vista.
Is three days enough to stay in Lake Buena Vista?
You can easily tour popular sights like Walt Disney World® Resort, Magic Kingdom® Park and Epcot® with a three-day getaway in Lake Buena Vista. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Orlando.
Is Lake Buena Vista a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and top attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Lake Buena Vista is a great place to visit on foot. Enjoy wandering between Walt Disney World® Resort and Magic Kingdom® Park. Then take a stroll around Golden Oak, located 0.32 kilometres from downtown, and Lake Buena Vista North, which is about 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Lake Buena Vista with kids?
If you are after sights and tours for all ages, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Lake Buena Vista with kids.

What to do in Lake Buena Vista for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in Lake Buena Vista for adults including House of Blues Orlando and Pirate's Dinner Adventure.
Are there free things to do in Lake Buena Vista?
From enjoying parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Lake Buena Vista. If you're stuck for ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Lake Bryan is a top spot for anyone wishing to save on their travelling adventures.