International Drive
International Drive
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Humphman
Kessingland, UK594 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
As much as I love International Drive, it has started to become overcrowded and just way too busy for its own good. With the expansions of The Pointe and Icon Park, the rest of the Drive is becoming desperate and tatty with a lot of the restaurants completely empty and cutting back their menus. North of Sand Lake is very cheap and tacky so we prefer to be south of their. Stayed at Rosen Pointe which is fine.
Written October 20, 2023
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Jas
Lincolnshire, UK55 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Wow what a selection of shops, restaurants and attractions down a straight road!
Only issue was due to covid and businesses laying off a lot of people, many restaurants were so short staffed and nearly all were hiring.
Most nights it took a 3 or 4 attempts trying different places to get in to eat… they were either taking no more customers in or the wait was between 1-2 hours.
Other problem was the crossings. Now if you’ve been down I Drive you know it’s near impossible to cross the road at the junctions so surprisingly and scarily the pedestrian crossings weren’t working. The 4 near McDonald’s in the square one night weren’t working and crowds of people literally had to risk the run over the road. Further up the road opposite Chillies wasn’t working the whole week we were there… don’t know if this is a normal thing in the states but on such a busy road it’s not good!
Only issue was due to covid and businesses laying off a lot of people, many restaurants were so short staffed and nearly all were hiring.
Most nights it took a 3 or 4 attempts trying different places to get in to eat… they were either taking no more customers in or the wait was between 1-2 hours.
Other problem was the crossings. Now if you’ve been down I Drive you know it’s near impossible to cross the road at the junctions so surprisingly and scarily the pedestrian crossings weren’t working. The 4 near McDonald’s in the square one night weren’t working and crowds of people literally had to risk the run over the road. Further up the road opposite Chillies wasn’t working the whole week we were there… don’t know if this is a normal thing in the states but on such a busy road it’s not good!
Written August 27, 2022
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Chris M
Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK34 contributions
Dec 2022
Just returned from Orlando on 24/12/22, our first overseas holiday since the beginning of covid. I am understand that covid had an impact on businesses etc. A lot of money has been spent recently around where the large wheel has been built and on the new hotels on the former wet and wild site. From the large McDonald’s on sand lake road to where wet and while was is awful. There are empty shops, boarded up properties and rubbish and litter everywhere. It’s an absolute disgrace. There used to be more pride in the place but now it’s not very appealing to tourists. I Drive will no doubt get hit as visitors will go elsewhere. Please think seriously if you are thinking of going. One other negative is that shops and restaurants/eateries have gone very expensive. I went to subway on international and for 2 foot longs and some cookies it was $23, and with the dollar being near on one to one you need to be a premiership footballer to afford things, especially if you have kids in toe.
Written December 25, 2022
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FLBFive
Staten Island, NY954 contributions
Dec 2021
This road gets you to everywhere you want to go. Restaurants, Hotels, Discount stores, supermarkets, drug stores, minigolf, shows, etc. There is really no rating of International Drive, but of all the places there is to see and do along the strip. The only advice to give is to expect heavy traffic wherever you go, especially during holiday time, and plan the extra time from getting from point A to B.
Written January 13, 2022
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gwattya
Adelaide, Australia401 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
They say the I-drive is similar to the Vegas Strip but it isn’t. the drive is a very long road and wide and not conducive for walking unless you are walking only within a 30 minute range. To get from one end to end, you will need to have a rented car or a day pass lynx (bus) or iride trolley ticket (will save you money if you have multiple trips in a day). There are several interesting attractions accessible from the international drive - several premium outlets, the Icon Park which houses the Whee, Madame Tussauds, Sealife Aquarium, titanic exhibition, wonderworks, Dezerland, Fun Spot and many restaurants - buffets, fine dining, and quick service. Our Hotel was located just across the Icon Park so was great to be able to explore international drive by foot and by bus!
Written November 24, 2022
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Sean
Portadown, UK6 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
We went here after not wanting to face long queues,
We were so glad we did, seated quickly and the steaks were probably the best of a few places we tried in the two weeks.
Service was great and efficient.
Huge portion sizes and well fed!
Thanks!
We were so glad we did, seated quickly and the steaks were probably the best of a few places we tried in the two weeks.
Service was great and efficient.
Huge portion sizes and well fed!
Thanks!
Written December 27, 2021
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Kdawg282
Doylestown, PA1,303 contributions
Apr 2021
A great spot in downtown Orlando that is close to Universal and the Convention Center. Plenty of hotels, restaurants, and shopping down this area and many of which are great places to go that are not theme parks. This area is filled with tourists most of the time and can get very busy, so plan before you go. A great spot to check out if you are looking for restaurants away from the park.
Written June 25, 2021
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RICART75
Peru, IN2,217 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
If one wants to experience the essence of Orlando, take a long leisurely drive along International Drive.
Mediocre to elegant lodging, fast-food outlets to high-end eateries, kitschy souvenir shops to fashionable franchises, interesting attractions to touristy quagmires; it's all there, bordering one long wide meandering avenue. (The traffic itself can sometimes be reminiscent of the lines in the area's major Parks.)
All the yin and yang of one of America's premier tourist destinations, condensed along this route; the drive becomes an Orlando attraction in of itself.
Mediocre to elegant lodging, fast-food outlets to high-end eateries, kitschy souvenir shops to fashionable franchises, interesting attractions to touristy quagmires; it's all there, bordering one long wide meandering avenue. (The traffic itself can sometimes be reminiscent of the lines in the area's major Parks.)
All the yin and yang of one of America's premier tourist destinations, condensed along this route; the drive becomes an Orlando attraction in of itself.
Written January 1, 2023
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HonestReviewer
Wiltshire, UK80 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We like being on International Drive when doing all the theme parks. It has all the restaurants, gift shops and fun things to see and do after being out and about all day. Our hotel is on the Drive as well as most of the others.
Couple of minutes to both Universal on the North side and Sea World to the South. 15-20 minute drive to the Disney parks.
Best way to describe it to fellow Brits is a nicer and very much cleaner version of Blackpool. Never see any litter, no wrong-uns about, just a good tourist place.
Couple of minutes to both Universal on the North side and Sea World to the South. 15-20 minute drive to the Disney parks.
Best way to describe it to fellow Brits is a nicer and very much cleaner version of Blackpool. Never see any litter, no wrong-uns about, just a good tourist place.
Written January 12, 2020
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nicole0327
Cambridge, NY192 contributions
Nov 2019
Great place to walk around for the day. International Drive (I-4) has a section with tons to do for a family. Museums, interactive activities, go-karts, fair rides, plenty of places to eat.
Written October 23, 2020
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JackieO65
Tranent Scotland17 contributions
What is the nearest Walmart to Rosen In @ Pointe
Jamie T
15 contributions
Do restaurants and shops accept both cash and cards ? Or do they prefer card these days ?
BobBobBobby
98 contributions
Coming next month, group of 4 mates, age 26-32. Looking for recommendations on places to drink in the evening. Mostly looking for cocktails, ideally 2for1. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
WDWdd
Wakefield, UK211 contributions
What is International Drive like at the end of November?
We went in Jul/Aug a couple of years ago and wonder if it will be the same. Are there plenty of tourists about and is everything still open?
Thank you
M E H
Oswestry, UK9 contributions
I’m coming to Orlando next week and staying at one of the Rosen Inns on International Drive. What is the cheapest way to get to and from the Disney Parks?
Gary Healy
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland30 contributions
We used Uber. It is fast, convenient, and cheap. You can bus it but it didn't look very convenient to us. It is cheap, though. Try not to use credit cards to pay for your meals on International Drive. Both my wife and I had our cards cloned last visit. Cash is best. Have fun.
kerriec14
Leek, UK60 contributions
Could anyone recommend which is the best hotel for a family of four to stay in on International Drive? And also how easy is it to get around to Disney world and Universal?
Tracy F
664 contributions
Good question. That all depends on you. There's hundreds of hotels in that area. You can get to international drive easily even if you don't get a hotel on it. Also, it is very easy to navigate around to all of the theme parks. Very easy.
Chris l
Aylesbury, UK1 contribution
Thinking about booking up to Orlando in 2020 but want to stay somewhere central to all theme parks any suggestions? Also do buses over there go to all theme parks and how do they work?
Steve
Oxfordshire, UK24 contributions
HI, I am also looking at going back to Florida next year, we usually rent a villa but are thinking about slitting the holiday with a week in a hotel near Orlando and a week driving down to the Keys.
The hotel choice is endless and varies depending on budget significantly, i guess your holiday activities will affect the location and type, having said that International drive has loads to do, but Kissinmee is nearer the parks and has load of hotel option, as an option in the Kissimee area you can get a villa with pool for the price of a decent hotel (ÂŁ100 per night)
Candice B
Trinidad16 contributions
Hi I am thinking about going to Orlando in November and want to stay on International Drive.What are the best hotels that are reasonably priced with pool, breakfast free shuttle etc Recommendations would be appreciated.
Sue A
Liverpool, UK59 contributions
Hi, we’ve been going to Orlando for 15 years for Xmas & New Years and you can’t go wrong with the Rosen inn point Orlando, they do a breakfast buffet but there is some many places around there you can eat if you wanted to go somewhere different. They have a couple of pools and also a bar where you can have a beer 🍺 after a long day around the parks . It does put on a free shuttle to the parks and also the I ride trolley 🚋 stops right outside if you want to go to the outlets and also stops outside see world. Have a great trip .
Ben
1 contribution
Whats a nice hotel what doesn’t cost the earth with a pool and water slide? It will be our first time there with my family and dont know where to start
RICART75
Peru, IN2,217 contributions
We usually stay at Marriott Cypress Harbour. It's a beautiful resort, with great amenities and staff.
We also usually stay off-season, so can't comment on current pricing.
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Frequently Asked Questions about International Drive
- International Drive admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $10.00, while a popular guided tour starts around $9.99 per person.
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- Hotels near International Drive:
- (0.08 mi) Rosen Plaza Hotel
- (0.28 mi) Hyatt Regency Orlando
- (0.30 mi) Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
- (0.46 mi) Hampton Inn Orlando International Drive / Convention Center
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- Restaurants near International Drive:
- (0.02 mi) Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
- (0.05 mi) The Capital Grille - I Drive
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- (0.09 mi) Jack's Place
- (0.06 mi) The Oceanaire Seafood Room
- Attractions near International Drive:
- (0.08 mi) Pointe Orlando
- (0.12 mi) 3NINE
- (0.25 mi) The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show
- (0.26 mi) WonderWorks
- (0.17 mi) Regal Pointe Orlando 20