Orlando's tourist corridor with restaurants, attractions, and shopping

About International Drive

International Drive is Orlando's most concentrated tourist corridor outside the theme parks, a 14.5-mile boulevard running from the Premium Outlets at the north end through a gauntlet of attractions, restaurants, and hotels to the Convention Center district in the south. The street is particularly popular with families and budget-conscious travelers who want to be near the parks without paying resort prices.

Key attractions along I-Drive include ICON Park (home to the Orlando Eye observation wheel, Madame Tussauds, and SEA LIFE Aquarium), the Wheel at ICON Park, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Fun Spot America amusement park, WonderWorks (an upside-down building housing interactive exhibits), and two massive Premium Outlet malls at either end. The new I-Drive corridor also includes the expanding Pointe Orlando complex.

The Orlando Convention Center (OCCC), one of the largest in the country, anchors the southern end of I-Drive and drives massive business travel traffic during major events. The I-Ride Trolley provides cheap, frequent transportation along the entire corridor, and the abundance of chain and independent restaurants — from Brazilian steakhouses to Ethiopian cuisine — reflects Orlando's diverse dining scene.

Nearby Landmarks

ICON Park Premium Outlets Orlando Convention Center Fun Spot America

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $25-40
Time 15-25 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $18-30
Time 15-25 minutes

Level 2 Ground Transportation

Step-by-Step Directions

Take LYNX Route 42 from the airport directly to International Drive.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $25-40 15-25 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $18-30 15-25 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

International Drive is well-lit and active until late, with ICON Park attractions open until 11:00 PM or later. The I-Ride Trolley runs until approximately 10:30 PM. Uber/Lyft are readily available along the entire corridor. Walking is common between nearby attractions but the full length of I-Drive is too long to walk comfortably. Ride-shares from I-Drive to MCO cost $15-25. Late-night dining options include Denny's and other 24-hour chains.

Luggage Tips

I-Drive hotels are mostly vehicle-accessible with parking lots and drive-up access, making luggage handling easy. The I-Ride Trolley can accommodate small bags but is impractical with large suitcases. ICON Park and major attractions have no luggage storage. Premium Outlets have luggage-friendly entrances. For day-trippers, MCO airport has luggage storage, and hotels along I-Drive will hold bags.

Accessibility

International Drive has wide, paved sidewalks and pedestrian crossings, making it one of Orlando's most walkable and wheelchair-friendly corridors. ICON Park, the Convention Center, and all major attractions are fully ADA-compliant. The I-Ride Trolley fleet is wheelchair accessible with ramps. Hotels along I-Drive range from budget to upscale, with most offering accessible rooms. Premium Outlet malls are flat, outdoor shopping centers with accessible pathways.