In short, if you're visiting all 3 parks, I recommend allocating 5 full days in Orlando plus your travel days, so one full week.
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Three days is barely enough to see and do all that Orlando has to offer. Plan your stay at the center of the action by booking a multi-bedroom suite at one of our four Hilton Grand Vacations Orlando resorts.
First-time Visitors: 5 DaysHowever, it's easy to get a bit carried away: there's just so much to do! As such, we recommend sticking with the “must-see” destinations your first time around. Five days tend to be the perfect amount for both families and solo travelers.
Ideal Length – 3-4 days is the best length if you are looking to visit all three Universal Orlando theme parks. Short Trips- The most important thing to remember with quick trips is to plan your days and pick exactly which rides you want to see. You won't be able to do it all and that's okay!
As discussed above you only need one day at each of the Universal Orlando theme parks but why not take the extra day to relax. We also always recommend an additional day to go back and ride any of your favorite attractions one last time. This will also allow you to go ride any of the rides you loved or missed again!
Another popular question we receive, is how many days should I plan at Harry Potter World? And as you can imagine there are so many amazing things to do in each section, you should give yourself at least two days to experience everything the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has to offer.
As long as you plan ahead and manage your expectations, you will have a wonderful time. Two days is plenty of time to experience all the main attractions and still have enough time to down a few Butterbeers. Want more help planning your Universal vacation efficiently so you can make the most of your money spent?
January to mid-FebruaryYou're likely to find cheaper flights and accommodation during this quieter time of year. Additionally, as it's low season, Orlando's myriad attractions are easier to navigate with lower ticket prices and less tourist hubbub.
There's no best way to spend a weekend at Disney World. You could spend two full days at Magic Kingdom, you could spend two full days outside the parks, you could do all four parks both days, or anything in between.
The best time to visit Orlando is from March to May. That's the time of year you'll find the most pleasant weather (high 50s to high 80s most days) and agreeable prices on travel and lodging (excluding holiday weekends and school recesses).
The cheapest time to go to Disney World is January, with prices increasing from the end of January into Presidents Day weekend. Once that weekend passes, the cheapest times are July through mid-September and a few scattered dates—particularly at Value Hotels—in October through December.
Ideal Length – 3-4 days is the best length if you are looking to visit all three Universal Orlando theme parks. Short Trips- The most important thing to remember with quick trips is to plan your days and pick exactly which rides you want to see. You won't be able to do it all and that's okay!
Most Common Trip Length – 4 or 5 Days: This trip length works well for most people because you can visit all four Disney World theme parks, even possibly enjoy a second day at a favorite park, and it fits within most people's work vacation limits.
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando offer free shuttle services between their resorts and affiliated theme parks, but you may have to transfer from one to the other. Usually, routes run every 20 to 30 minutes, departing from the entrance of every Disney and Universal property.
Incorporating our new data about Hagrid's Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure we have a new one-day Wizarding World plan that incorporates all the attractions, shows, and diversions in Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley areas. This new one-day play starts with Early Park Admission in Islands of Adventure.
Including tax and tip, you are looking at around $30 per person, though it's worth noting that there are early bird deals available from 4pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. Totting up a day of medium-priced food, you are looking at around $52 per person, per day, enjoying three meals per day.