Thornton Park Travel Guide
Orlando
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Popular places to visit
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
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.
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.
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.
Epcot®
Design your own race car and take an international food safari at the theme park that celebrates human achievement.
Things to do
Universal Orlando Resort Express Passes
Walt Disney World® Resort Disney After Hours
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
Top hotels in Thornton Park
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
"Enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
"Great visit"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
"For me the hotel is too expensive not to see breakfast included"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Walt Disney World Dolphin
"Hotel location is great and clean rooms. Had we not had such a hard time with checkin I would give it a better review"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
"I hate everything about this place. It's not what it says on the website we went there for a three night trip we couldn't even enjoy ourselves. All the amenities were closed. No access to pools. No access to the door to the pools. Gates are locked front desk telling you different different things ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark by IHG
Other neighbourhoods around Thornton Park
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 Gallery at Avalon Island or The Social might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
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.
Airport North
While there might not be top attractions in Airport North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center and Ventura Country Club.
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.
