The world's most visited theme park resort

About Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort is the most visited vacation destination on the planet, spanning 25,000 acres (roughly the size of San Francisco) with four major theme parks: Magic Kingdom (the iconic Cinderella Castle park), EPCOT (Future World and World Showcase), Hollywood Studios (home to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and Toy Story Land), and Animal Kingdom (featuring Pandora — The World of Avatar and Kilimanjaro Safaris).

Beyond the parks, the resort encompasses over 25 themed hotels ranging from value to deluxe categories, two water parks (Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach), the Disney Springs shopping and dining complex (with over 100 establishments), championship golf courses, and a comprehensive internal transportation network of buses, monorails, boats, and the Disney Skyliner gondola system.

Disney Springs, the resort's free-admission entertainment district, has evolved into a destination in its own right, with upscale restaurants from celebrity chefs (Morimoto Asia, The Boathouse, Jaleo by José Andrés), unique shopping experiences, Cirque du Soleil's 'Drawn to Life,' and the NBA Experience. The resort employs over 75,000 cast members, making it the largest single-site employer in the United States.

Nearby Landmarks

Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Disney Springs

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $45-65
Time 25-40 minutes

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

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $30-50
Time 25-40 minutes

Level 2 Ground Transportation (Main Terminal) or Terminal C arrivals

Step-by-Step Directions

Mears Connect shuttle runs direct from airport to Disney resorts. Book at mearsconnect.com.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $45-65 25-40 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $30-50 25-40 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Disney resort guests have access to complimentary buses, monorails, boats, and Skyliner gondolas operating until approximately 2 hours after park closing. For non-resort guests, Uber/Lyft operate throughout the Disney property. After park hours, Disney Springs restaurants and entertainment venues stay open until 11:00 PM-midnight. Ride-shares from Disney to MCO cost $25-35. Mears Connect shuttle is a budget option.

Luggage Tips

Disney resort guests can use the Magical Express or Mears Connect service, which previously handled luggage transfer directly to hotel rooms (current services vary — check at booking). All Disney resort hotels have Bell Services for luggage storage and holding between check-out and departure. Disney Springs and theme parks have rental lockers at entrances. If visiting parks before hotel check-in, use Disney's Bell Services.

Accessibility

Walt Disney World is one of the world's most accessible vacation destinations. All four theme parks, hotels, restaurants, and transportation systems are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair and ECV (Electric Conveyance Vehicle) rentals are available at every park entrance. A Disability Access Service (DAS) is available for guests with developmental disabilities. Disney buses are wheelchair accessible, and the Skyliner gondola has accessible cabins.