9 days in Orlando, Disney & Tampa Itinerary

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Kids will enjoy Walt Disney World Resort and Universal's Islands of Adventure. Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Universal Orlando Resort and discover the magic at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

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Chicago to Orlando is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Chicago to Orlando, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In November, Orlando is warmer than Chicago - with highs of 78°F and lows of 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to drive to Disney.

Disney is a town in Mayes County, Oklahoma, United States. Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Disney using our trip planner.

Traveling by car from Orlando to Disney takes 18 hours. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Orlando in November, expect nights in Disney to be much colder, around 39°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 61°F. You'll set off for Tampa on the 24th (Fri).

Tampa ranks among the country's most livable cities, attracting newcomers with its growing economy and status as a major port on the Gulf of Mexico.

Escape the urban bustle at Clearwater Beach and Treasure Island Beach. Family-friendly places like Siesta Beach and Horseback Riding Tours will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Tampa: The Real BeachHorses (in Bradenton), Spas & Wellness (in Venice) and St. Pete Beach (Pass-a-Grille Beach, Florida & St. Pete Beach). There's more to do: see what you can catch with a fishing tour and take a tour by water with Tampa Fishing Charters.

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Getting from Disney to Tampa by car takes about 18.5 hours. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. While traveling from Disney, expect a bit warmer days and much hotter nights in Tampa, ranging from highs of 80°F to lows of 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.