Taft Travel Guide
Orlando
Popular places to visit
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
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.
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.
Epcot®
Design your own race car and take an international food safari at the theme park that celebrates human achievement.
Things to do
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Walt Disney World® Resort Theme Park Tickets
Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
Top hotels in Taft
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
"Excellent property with lots of amenities and convenience to pool, bar & restaurants. Rooms are spacious, clean and come with everything you need. Staff is friendly, organized and helpful. Check in was fast and if you had s question your answer was there in seconds. Great vacation spot and close ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
"Great location quick walk to universal"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
"I found the staff wasn’t very helpful except maybe a handful of people. The spring was beautiful and nice. Well kept clean, but I found the Safari waterpark was dirty and not nice. The rooms are outdated but manageable if they have the necessities you’re supposed to have in the room overall I think ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
"We just returned from a 4 night stay at Cabana Bay Resort. The room we stayed in had a strong odor that gave me a headache. I made the front desk aware of the situation and told them we were leaving the room while they tried to figure out what was going on. The second night I still noticed the strong ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Walt Disney World Dolphin
"The staff were amazing"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
"Good pools"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taft
Airport North
While there might not be top attractions in Airport North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center and Ventura Country Club.
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is noteworthy for its theme parks, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cross Country Creek and Central Park Plaza Shopping Center.
Williamsburg
Notable for its restaurants, shopping and golf courses, Williamsburg is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Orlando. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Aquatica or Orange County Convention Center.
Tangelo Park
Tangelo Park is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Universal’s Volcano Bay and Universal Orlando Resort are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Millenia
If you're spending some time in Millenia, Mall at Millenia and Exotic Car Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Hunters Creek
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hunters Creek. You might want to make time for a stop at Shingle Creek Regional Park or Hunters Creek Golf Club.
