Walt Disney World
The largest and most visited holiday resort on earth - four vast Disney theme parks and more near Orlando, the ultimate family destination.
Updated 4 August 2026
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Walt Disney World near Orlando is the most visited holiday resort on the planet, a vast complex of four theme parks, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, plus water parks and hotels, spread across an area the size of a city. It is the ultimate family holiday, immersive, huge and endlessly engineered.
What you'll find
- Magic Kingdom - the classic park with Cinderella Castle and the beloved rides.
- Epcot - the futurism and the world showcase of countries and food.
- Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom - the film-and-thrill and animal-and-adventure parks.
- Fireworks and parades - the nightly spectacles over the castle.
When to go
Spring and autumn for milder weather and slightly thinner crowds; summer is hot, humid and busy, and holidays are packed. Weekdays outside school breaks are calmer.
Before you go
It is enormous, expensive and requires real planning, with ticket tiers, reservations and apps to navigate. Summer heat, humidity and afternoon storms are draining, and queues can be long without paid line-skipping. It rewards families who plan and budget for it.
Nearby
Universal Orlando is nearby; the Kennedy Space Center and the Florida beaches are within reach.
What to pack for Walt Disney World
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- Comfortable walking shoes - Sightseeing means kilometres of pavement and cobbles daily. Find on Amazon
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