Celebration Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Visit Orlando
Photo provided by Visit Orlando
Photo provided by Visit Orlando
Photo by Paul Devall
Photo by Paul Devall

Explore a small town community that was created by the Disney Corporation and features walking trails, a downtown area and period designed homes.

In the 1990s, the Walt Disney Company transformed around 8 square miles of Florida swamp into the residential community of Celebration. The idea was to create an idyllic small town with parks, playgrounds, small lakes and homes that are a mix of architectural styles. During his life, Walt Disney had planned to build a utopian community and there are traces of his ideology in Celebration.

Walk through the community’s cluster of villages to see Victorian, Colonial, Mediterranean and other building designs. Note their neat and orderly appearance. Houses are painted from a selected palette of colours and grass must be maintained at a specific length. Stretch your legs even further on more than 26 miles (42 kilometres) of walking trails.

Enjoy a range of recreational activities. Go for a swim in the pools at Spring Park and Lakeside Park and play volleyball at The Commons Park. Some of the parks also have tennis courts. Golfers can swing their clubs at the 18-hole golf course.

Visit Market Street, the lakeside main street in the downtown area. Here you will find shops, restaurants and businesses. Observe the post office building that resembles a farm silo. Come back on Sunday mornings for the farmers’ market.

Throughout the year, Celebration hosts a packed calendar of events. They include the Founders Day weekend in November with games, competitions and a parade. One of the most popular celebrations is the month-long Now Snowing festival in December. Artificial snow falls on Market Street each night, the outdoor ice rink is open and there are Christmas carolers and community performances. For a full list of events, visit Celebration's official website.

Celebration is situated 21 miles (34 kilometres) south of downtown Orlando and about the same distance west of Orlando International Airport. Reach the community by rental car, taxi or bus. Once at Celebration get around on foot, rental bike or Segway. The community promotes the use of environmentally friendly forms of transport.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld

4 out of 5
10100 International Drive, Orlando, FL
The price is AU$164 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$164
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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Stay at this 4-star family-friendly resort in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (6,235 reviews)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6550 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL
The price is AU$230 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$230
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,433 reviews)
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Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando

Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando

3 out of 5
9000 International Drive, Orlando, FL
The price is AU$124 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$124
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,126 reviews)
Overall okay experience staying one night. Arrived around mid-night, the lobby was packed with conference goers. Got our room-card, arrived to room, which was pretty far from the lobby (the hotel property is huge). And the key card won't open our door... Walked down and have to drive back to the ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The View Studio Suites and Event Venue

The View Studio Suites and Event Venue

3 out of 5
9309 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,318 reviews)
It was great for my needs.It was very clean and safe. The only thing I didn't like was the noise from the traffic. Everyone was lovely.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The View Studio Suites and Event Venue
Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration

Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration

3 out of 5
2975 Arabian Nights Blvd, Kissimmee, FL
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Kissimmee. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and 7 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,965 reviews)
Great property

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration
Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall

Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall

3.5 out of 5
1500 Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,176 reviews)
Very clean. Felt very safe.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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