7-day Orlando itinerary for UK families: parks, pool days and a Space Centre trip
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The short answerA balanced week in Orlando is a gentle arrival day, three or four park days, a pool or rest day, and one day trip such as the Kennedy Space Center. Start early at the parks, rest in the afternoon, and book your tickets before you fly.
In this guide
This is a flexible plan, not a rigid schedule. Swap parks to suit your family.
- Day 1: Arrive, collect your car or transfer, settle in and keep the evening easy.
- Day 2: A first park day, with an early start and a long break at midday.
- Day 3: A second park day, or a half day if children are tired.
- Day 4: A pool and shopping day.
- Day 5: A third park day.
- Day 6: The Kennedy Space Center or a beach day.
- Day 7: A last easy morning, then the airport.
1Book tickets before you fly
See how to save money on tickets.
2Plan transport
See car hire in Orlando.
3Keep children safe and cool
See keeping track of children and Orlando with toddlers.
Prices, ticket rules and park details change often. Check the park or ticket seller before you book.
Related reading
This guide is part of our complete Orlando travel guide for UK visitors. See all plan your trip guides.
Frequently asked questions
Is 7 days enough for Orlando?
A week suits three or four park days plus a rest day and a day trip.
Should I rest during the day at the parks?
Many families leave in the afternoon, rest and return for the evening.
