Kissimmee is the nearest thing Orlando has to authentic America!
In a nutshell
It's also incredibly close to the Walt Disney theme parks, making it a fantastic choice for those wanting to combine a small-town atmosphere with big-time amenities! Home to cattle ranchers and rodeos, you don't have to wear a cowboy hat or boots, but you'll feel right at home if you do!
Non drivers
Take our convenient FREE transfer coach from the airport to any Kissimmee hotel*
*We regret our transfer coaches cannot drop off at the Fantasy World Club Villas, Villas of Somerset & Laguna Bay or the Oak Plantation.
If you still require your car
Dollar will pick you up the next morning at a time convenient to you, and take you to the nearest depot to pick up your included car, (must be noted at the time of booking).
If you do not require a car
Please see the individual hotel descriptions for their proximity to restaurants and bars. Many offer FREE scheduled transport to the parks.
For a perfect hassle-free way to explore your surroundings hop on a lynx bus
Running every 30 min up and down Highway 192, these colourful, comfortable buses provide a great service. Alternatively, see a member of our resort team in Orlando and they can arrange any number of great value transfer vouchers to take you between your hotel and all the attractions you want to visit.
Getting there
You fly direct non-stop to Orlando international airport from Gatwick, Manchester or Glasgow with award-winning Virgin Atlantic.
Flight Time - Approx 9 hours
Time difference - GMT -5 hours
Distance - Approx 15 miles from Orlando international airport
Driving Times
25-min drive from airport
Handy stuff
Did You Know?
The world's largest sky coaster is located in Kissimmee's Old Town. This ultimate thrill ride stands 300ft tall. We dare you!
Additional info
Family Fun
In the Old Town, you'll find Happy Days Family Fun Track and Amusement Centre with its Ferris wheel, bumper cars and bungee jump. There's also Grimm's Haunted House, a wax museum and creepy Tower of London experience.
Restaurants and Bars
Take a booth at an all-American diner for some home-style cooking and a 'howdy y'all' attitude! Direct from New York and Las Vegas, Toni and Tina's Wedding Dinner Show is now showing nightly at Pacino's Italian Risorante.
Shopping
Downtown Kissimmee offers plenty of fantastic gift shops and there are outlet malls within easy driving distance. The new Target superstore is particularly recommended, as are the 2 all-singing, all-dancing Wal-Mart's, open 24 hours a day.
Days Out
A wide range of attractions close by include Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park and Lakefront Park. Feed the crocs at Gatorland, enjoy Boggie Creek air boats rides or, for the more sedate, Magic Mining Miniature Golf.