Alafaya Travel Guide
Orlando
Popular places to visit
Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.
Universal Studios Florida
Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Disney Springs™
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Magic Kingdom® Park
Situated in the shady limelight of a magical fairy-tale castle, this world class attraction is most famous for its breath-taking theme parks, offering visitors hours of entertainment.
Orange County Convention Center
Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.
Top hotels in Alafaya
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Everyone was friendly! Great experience!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
Good room clean and easy access
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Avanti International Resort
The room was clean. The staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Suites Orlando Airport
Friendly staff and not too far from MCO airport.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
Friendly and helpful staff; proximity to attractions.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Orlando
Clean room
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alafaya
South Semoran
When in South Semoran, you can plan a visit to Ventura Country Club and Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Airport North
While there might not be top attractions in Airport North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ventura Country Club and Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center.
Belle Isle
Belle Isle is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Lake Conway, a top place to visit in the area.
Downtown Orlando
Ample dining options, great live music, and fantastic lake views are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Orlando. A visit to The Social or Orlando City Hall might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
College Park
If you're spending some time in College Park, Dubsdread Golf Course and Edgewater Plaza Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Lake Nona
Visitors to Lake Nona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, USTA National Campus is worth a stop.
Alafaya Travel Guide
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- Hotels in top Orlando neighborhoods
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- More trip options
- Universal Studios Florida
- Universal Orlando Resort
- Orange County Convention Center
- Kia Center
- Universal’s Islands of Adventure
- The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM
- University of Central Florida
- Orlando International Premium Outlets
- Florida Mall
- Camping World Stadium
- Universal’s Volcano Bay
- Aquatica
- Mall at Millenia
- Tinker Field
- Pointe Orlando
- Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
- SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
- Orlando Science Center
- Wonderworks
- Orange Avenue
