Thornton Park Travel Guide
Orlando
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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 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.
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
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
Best bang for buck. Clean rooms, amazing staff and 100 percent family oriented.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Me encantó todo
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
Breakfast was amazing and staff was really nice. Taking the shuttle bus to Universal was really nice and is only a 20 min walk to it too! Totally coming back here again!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
I loved this resort. I recommend visiting the spa for s
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
Clean room. The staff is great
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
DASKK Orlando Hotel near Universal Blvd, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Ac kept room cool
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 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.
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.
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.
Williamsburg
Notable for its restaurants, shopping and golf courses, Williamsburg is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Orlando. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Aquatica or Orange County Convention Center.
