International Drive is the place to stay in Orlando.

It's center to everything you'll be wanting to do.It's got an endless selection of hotels.Restaurants of every type to suit every taste.You'll also find shopping like you'll not find anywhere.No matter where your from you will instantly feel safe and at home walking around international drive.Buildings are eye catching like 'Wonderworks' or 'Ripleys Beleive It Or Not'.

You'll be able to travel cheaply up and down I' Drive by means of the I Ride trolly service

.It'll cost you just $1 to get on and you jump of wherever you want.Kids under 12 ride free accompanied by an adult.Remember to have correct change as the drivers don't carry any money.You won't have to wait very long to catch them as they come every 20 minutes.

Passes can be purchased ranging from a one day pass at $3 to a 14 day pass at $16.If you'll be using the trolleys often then this is good option to consider.

Places Of Interest

Mercado Complex

The Mercado on International Drive is a 250,000 square foot marketplace.It is home to no fewer than 60 speciality shops. You'll also be able to dine at one of the many restaurants on offer.

In the evening you'll find live bands playing in a relaxed atmosphere where kids are also welcome.

***PLEASE NOTE THAT MERCADO IS UNDERGOING SOME MAJOR CHANGES AT PRESENT SO THE SHOPPING AND NIGHTIME ACTIVITIES HAVE CEASED.SOME RESTAURANTS ARE STILL OPEN AND TITANIC ATTRACTION IS SITUATED HERE.WE WILL UPDATE ON THIS AS SOON AS WE GET ANY NEWS OF FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS***

Pointe Orlando

Pointe Orlandois located oposite the Convention Center.You'll find a colourful array of shops restaurants and entertainment .You'll find a stroll arround here the perfect place to unwind with the stunning design and presentation of the buildings on show.The opening hours are Mon-Sat: 10am - 10pm / Sun: 10am - 9pm .

International Drive has many hidden places to discover.

If you walk down the many streets that branch of International Drive you will come across many interesting bars and restaurants as well as some unusual smaller attractions.

International Drive has a warm and friendly feel about it.At night time you can walk up and down it without having to worry to much and you will feel safe in it's surroundings.Most of the people that you will come accross will be tourists just like yourself.

Check out our International Drive Restaurants Guide