Area Guide

Getting Around

The city “built on the peel of an orange” is considered to be one of the top North American destinations for domestic and international travelers alike and with good reason: home to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, two of the most amazing theme parks in the world, a vibrant cultural scene, a host of professional sporting teams, and gorgeous national parks and sandy beaches just to name a few of the attractions, it is a spectacular vacation destination for the entire family.

LOCATION & INFO

Featured Activity
Featured Activity

Guests staying on-site enjoy UNIVERSAL EXPRESSSM ride access during their stay (restrictions apply). Simply show your room key card at the Express entrance at each attraction and bypass the regular lines! Available only at the Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando ® Resort. Call reservations for more information.

Points of Interest
Points of Interest

Besides enjoying two amazing theme parks (Universal Studios & Universal's Islands of Adventure) and spectacular nightlife (Universal CityWalk), guests at Portofino Bay Hotel can also enjoy complimentary transportation to SeaWorld Adventure Park and Wet n' Wild Water Park.

Museums
Museums

Local museums include the Orlando Museum of Art, featuring modern art with a pronounced focus on female and minority American artists, the Mennello Museum of American Folk Art highlighting the work of area artist Earl Cunningham, the Titanic Ship of Dreams Exhibition that offers a live interactive tour with over 200 artifacts, the Orlando Science Center with an IMAX theatre and planetarium, the fantastic Ripley's Believe It or Not Odditorium and the Orange County Regional History Center to explore the rich cultural history of the Sunshine State.

Sporting Events
Sporting Events

Cheer on the sporting team of your choice in Orlando! Local professional teams include the Orlando Magic (NBA) and the Orlando Predators (AFL). Up for a regatta or a round? Frequent PGA tournaments can be found throughout Orlando and the surrounding areas.

Culture
Culture

Exchange the roller coaster for a soft-seat theater and enjoy a memorable theatrical or symphonic performance at one of Orlando’s many cultural venues, including The Bob Carr Performing Arts Center, the Mark Two Dinner Theater, and the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center.

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