Orlando Parking Rules:Most of the metered spots are free of charge on Sunday. Parking meters are in effect Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM, except in the Creative Village where they are in effect until 9 PM.
Unless you arrive after 6:00 pm, or are going to see a daytime movie, then you will have to pay for parking. Because there is only one parking complex for Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, Volcano Bay, and CityWalk, you must pay to enter the garages, regardless of your destination.
The lively promenade is within walking distance to Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and the Disneyland Resort Hotels. There is no admission fee to the Downtown Disney District. Parking for Downtown Disney District is at the Simba Lot, located off Disneyland Drive. The first hour of parking costs $10.
If you are a Guest staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you receive complimentary standard parking at Disney theme parks for the length of your Resort stay. You must present valid Disney Resort hotel identification to enter the parking lots.
Not having a car in Orlando is absolutely fine if your plan is to do Disney-only (better, in fact, as you can avoid rental costs and parking charges at your hotel). However, there are downsides to using the Disney resort transport.
Non-alcoholic drinks and waters are totally something you can bring into Disney, it's even encouraged! It is so nice to have a drink on hand whenever you need to quench your thirst. You can bring refillable water bottles and refill them at water stations throughout the parks.
No, there is not a separate entrance fee for the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort in California. The Downtown Disney District is conveniently located within walking distance of Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Park and the Disneyland Resort hotels.
Your first three hours of parking at Downtown Disney are free. You can get an additional two hours by getting your parking ticket validated at AMC Theatres, or at any table-service restaurant. After the initial time, the fee is $6 for each additional hour, charged in 20-minute increments.
This is the best option for people who want to visit the theme parks and Downtown Disney. Park at the Disneyland parking structures or lots. It's $30 and is good all day long. It's the best option if you plan to visit the parks or hotels and Downtown Disney.
Universal CityWalk isn't just the place to be — it's also completely free thanks to complimentary admission all day, every day. After 6 p.m., parking is free on most nights, too, and parking fees never apply if you arrive via public transportation or stay at an official Universal Orlando Resort hotel.