Catalina 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
Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Magic Kingdom® Park
One of the most famous theme parks in the world offers a land of fun and fantasy at the foot of a fairytale castle.
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.
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.
Things to do
Universal Orlando Resort Express Passes
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
Crayola Experience Admission Tickets
Orlando: 7-D Dark Ride Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Catalina
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
"Muy buena atencion, no fue dificil la comunicacion en español, pues hablan los dos idiomas. Solicitamos estar una noche mas en el hotel y la atencion para hacernos la gestion fue muy facil y positiva. En el hotel pudimos conseguir las reservas para entrar a los parques de diversion."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
"Good quiet room."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
"Loved the pools, bowling ally, game room, and ice cream shop. Its definitely a family friendly hotel, everything is over priced, but I wouldn't expect anything differently. .The rooms are very dated, the headboard were missing vinyl. The beds were more comfortable then they looked. Unless you like ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
"Very disappointed with this resort for several reasons. 1) Check-in was at 4pm, we arrived around 420 and didn't get a room assigned until almost 6pm, and that was after complaining. 2) The staff are not knowledgeable, and have no hospitality. They see you waiting for something, and no one asks if ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites
"Comfortable"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
"To be honest, I've stayed here before and it was great. This time not so much. Overall was acceptable for the price, but a dirty hot tub, pubic hair on the room jacuzzi, got put in a building so far away from any pool or amenity and the courtesy shuttle did not run every 15 minutes like they said ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catalina
Millenia
If you're spending some time in Millenia, Mall at Millenia and Exotic Car Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is noteworthy for its theme parks, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cross Country Creek and Central Park Plaza Shopping Center.
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 Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
Tangelo Park
Tangelo Park is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Universal’s Volcano Bay and Universal Orlando Resort are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Doctor Phillips
Restaurants and seaside views are just a few things travellers like about Doctor Phillips. A stop by Orange Tree Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
