International Drive Orlando with Click&Go
International Drive Orlando is one of the most popular areas to stay on an Orlando holiday from Ireland. Its close location to Orlando’s most thrilling theme parks and its huge array of accommodation choices and fantastic attractions and restaurants make it a great base in Orlando. Another favourable reason holidaymakers choose to stay on International Drive is that you have so much to enjoy on your doorstep without needing car hire.
I-RIDE Trolley
The I-RIDE Trolley is the most convenient way to explore International Drive. This hop-on hop-off trolley service runs every twenty to thirty minutes in both directions up and down International Drive and is your ride to accessing all of the exciting attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping outlets and more along International Drive. With Click&Go, you can purchase your great value I-RIDE Trolley ticket before you travel as part of your holiday package. We offer 3,5,7 and 14 day passes.
Recommended International Drive Orlando Hotels
Flights + accom
Bed & Breakfast
7 Nights
22 September
There is a huge array of accommodation options throughout International Drive. To help you narrow down your search, below you will find a selection of wonderful handpicked accommodation recommendations to suit every budget. Some of our staff pick favourite hotels and resorts include:
- Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
- Rosen Inn International
- Rosen Plaza
- Universal’s Endless Summer Dockside Inn and Suites
- Universal’s Endless Summer Surfside Inn and Suites
- Westgate Palace
- Doubletree by Hilton at SeaWorld
Book your International Drive Orlando holiday with Click&Go
If you’re planning your next Orlando holiday and you think you would like to stay on International Drive for your trip, contact our experienced USA travel experts today to get the best advice and guidance on choosing the right property for you. Whether you’re after a hotel experience or perhaps you would prefer self-catering, we can guide you to the best International Drive hotel for your family.
Things to do on International Drive
Outside of the thrills of Orlando’s theme parks Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World and SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, there is a huge array of attractions and activities you can enjoy on your Orlando holiday, with many of them located on International Drive.
- ICON Park
- International Drive Attractions
- Shopping
ICON Park
ICON Park is a free to enjoy entertainment destination in the heart of International Drive. Home to a fantastic selection of restaurants and exciting attractions, you will spend hours here enjoying it all.
The Wheel at ICON Park: Soar to new heights, 400 feet to be exact and see Orlando from the skies on the Wheel at ICON Park. This observation wheel experience is a lot of fun and offers amazing views over International Drive and Universal Orlando Resort. The views even go all the way to Walt Disney World! The ride takes about twenty minutes in total and to make it even more magical, we recommend you enjoy it at sunset!
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Orlando is home to a huge array of wax works including Taylor Swift, Batman and some of the world’s greatest leaders, making it the perfect place to get those holiday selfies with your favourite celebrities! It also makes for a great rainy-day activity with the family.
Sea Life Orlando Aquarium: Super popular with families, the Sea Life Orlando Aquarium offers a wave of underwater experiences and gives visitors a chance to enjoy a huge array of wonderful sea life in an immersive and interactive way. The 360 degree ocean tunnel will be the highlight of your visit.
ICON Park is also home to 20+ restaurants and shops and even more attractions that will fill your days with plenty of fun and lots of memories.
International Drive Attractions
Wonderworks: Wonderworks, also known as the upside-down house is a fascinating attraction that is home to over 100 exhibits. Design your own rollercoaster, feel a 5.3 magnitude earthquake, touch 100,000 volts of electricity and so much more at this unique attraction.
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! takes pride in being the weirdest place in Orlando and holiday makers who visit are in for a treat! Throughout 16 galleries, you will have the chance to marvel at weird and wonderful relics, rare treasures and so much more.
Visit the world’s largest McDonald’s: Did you know that the world’s largest McDonald’s is located in the heart of International Drive? This huge 19,000 square feet McDonald’s not only offers its usual tasty food, but it also has a 22 foot tall play space and arcade with over 100 games.
Shopping
Orlando International Premium Outlets: Located at one end of International Drive at 4951 International Drive, you will find the great value Orlando International Premium Outlets. These outlets are nearest to Universal Orlando Resort and are hugely popular with Irish holiday makers. Shop til you drop in all of your favourite stores at a discounted price. The I-RIDE Trolley stops at these outlets making them very convenient.
Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets: Located at the opposite end of International Drive at 8200 Vineland Avenue, Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets are another fantastic outlet offering you the chance to splurge on yourself and your loved ones. These outlets are close to SeaWorld parks and the I-RIDE Trolley stops here also.
AIRPORT
Orlando International Airport
Bus
Located at Terminal A on Level 1 (Ground Transportation in spaces A38-A41 Cost $2 per person
TAXI
The best way to get to your accommodation is by Uber. It's cheaper than regular taxis. A journey from Orlando Airport to your hotel along International Drive will cost approx. $30.
PRIVATE TRANSFER
You can also get your own private transfer which takes approx. 20mins and costs approx. €40pp return based on 2 people sharing.
*Prices and times for transport from the airport are subject to change
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