Santa Cruz Travel Guide
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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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Walt Disney World® Resort Theme Park Tickets
Walt Disney World® Resort Disney After Hours
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
"Great place to visit with your family."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
"Este hotel siempre fue uno de mis preferidos para ir a Orlando. Pero esta última ocasión no fue lo que esperaba, necesita mantenimiento es como si hubieran cambiado de dueño. Es una pena no creo regresar 😔"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
"Me fascinó el hotel súper recomendado, la limpieza y confort de sus habitaciones es impecable, la calidad de la comida espectacular, en general le doy un 10/10, volvería a visitarlo sin dudas"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks
"en el desayuno, necesitan reponer los alimentos un poco mas rápido en el desayuno, se que hay bastante personas pero es un poco incomodo estar pidiendo lo que necesitan reponer y esperar para poder desayunar. Por lo demás la instalación esta muy linda y esta bastante limpio todo."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center
"👍👍👍👍👍"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Walt Disney World Swan
"It was a great experience in every way. Since my first visit to Disney property in 1986 I have always stayed at a Disney owned property, maybe 16 times? This time my husband and I decided to go for a few days and just visit Epcot and Hollywood studios . We decided to try the Swan and we were pleasantly ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Santa Cruz
International Drive District
Visitors to International Drive District rave about its breathtaking beach views, exciting theme parks and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Orange County Convention Center or Aquatica while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Reunion
The top golf courses and fun-filled water parks are top of the list for many visitors to Reunion. A stop by Reunion Resort Golf Course or Jack Nicklaus Course might round out your trip.
Bay Lake
Exciting theme parks plentiful wildlife and top sights from Epcot® to Walt Disney World® Resort – discover Bay Lake, a destination also famous for its entertainment.
Champions Gate
Ample dining options and top golf courses are well-reviewed features of Champions Gate. Make a stop by top sights like ChampionsGate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
