The 15 Best Day Trips from Orlando

1.Day Trip to Historic St. Augustine from Orlando with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Review of Gray Line Orlando’s St. Augustine day trip, with hotel pickup, historic sights, optional trolley or Matanzas Bay cruise, and practical tips.

“Had a really lovely day. We did boat trip as part of our package which was great. Saw dolphins and got to know a lot more about the place. Lovely to walk around we also got trolly tickets and the lady was very knowledgeable. Would recommend. Something different.”

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2.Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Merritt Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65Top rated

Paddle Merritt Island waters in search of dolphins, manatees, spoonbills, and more on this guided Cocoa Beach kayak or paddleboard tour.

“I’ve done a few 3 brothers tours and they’re always amazing. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful, as well as fun and patient. This trip was new for me. It was beautiful!”

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3.Clearwater Beach Day Trip from Orlando with Upgrade Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 126 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $100

Review of the Clearwater Beach day trip from Orlando, with beach time, optional dolphin cruises, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“The tour operator and bus driver were great. We ordered the package with deepsea fishing and were told at the boat that it was not going to happen due to the weather. The part that I have a problem with was when the boat guy stated that the company was contacted the day before that we were not going to be fishing. Viator company did not communicate this with us even though they were informed prior. I was granted a refund only for the fishing. I did not get a full one as I requested due to lunch and bus transport.. They withheld details to get my money and had…”

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4.Orlando Airport MCO to Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.)

Review of the private MCO to Cocoa Beach transfer, with airport pickup details, luggage wait time, pricing, vehicle comfort, and booking advice.

“The transport itself was fine. Orlando did a very good job. He met us at baggage claim. The car was nice, clean and conveniently parked. Pre pick-up communication was poor. Directions were confusing and it was difficult getting in touch with anyone.”

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5.Day Trip to Clearwater Beach with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 83 reviews · 12 hours · from $100

Trade Orlando traffic for Clearwater’s white sand, with beach time, hotel pickup, and optional dolphin, pirate, aquarium, or fishing outings.

“Relaxing day on the beach. Easy transport pick up and drop off.”

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6.Day Trip to St. Augustine with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 81 reviews · 12 hours · from $100

Explore St. Augustine from Orlando with hotel pickup, historic sights, free time, trolley, cruise, and museum options in one full-day trip.

“this was our second time here we love this place there is a lot to see here and do we will go back again because there is stil things we have not done there yet we went there with gray line tours and the driver was donald excellent tour and driver.”

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7.Train Transfer to Miami

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · from $52

Brightline’s Orlando to Miami train offers a comfortable three-hour ride, Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard food, and easy airport-to-downtown access.

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8.Sea Screamer Boat Cruise in Clearwater Beach with Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $129

Review the Sea Screamer cruise from Orlando, with Clearwater beach time, dolphin sightings, transport tips, lunch options, and honest value advice.

“This tour helps you get out of Orlando for a day if you dont have a car. The driver was rude and barley dropped people off at their hotels.”

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9.Daytona Beach Day Trip with Hard Rock Resort Pass & Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $119

Review of a Daytona Beach day trip from Orlando with hotel pickup, Hard Rock Resort access, free beach time, and optional upgrades.

“Plenty of time there, which is not needed, as there is not much to do there. Various individuals asking for money, and hanging around. Would be nice if area was tidied up”

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10.Kennedy Space Center Day Trip with Chat with an Astronaut

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 10 hours · from $229

Spend 10 hours at Kennedy Space Center, meet an astronaut in a small group, touch Moon rock, and explore Atlantis, rockets, and NASA history.

“Incrível passeio, foi tudo muito organizado e a guia era bem atenciosa e prestativa.”

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12.MCO airport/hotels to and from Port Canaveral/Cocoa Beach (One Way Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Review of Beach Line Transportation’s private MCO to Port Canaveral or Cocoa Beach transfer, with pricing, timing, service, and booking advice.

“Mike was prompt in arriving to the airport. He was very nice and went out his way to make sure we were comfortable.”

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13.Daytona Beach with Hard Rock Resort & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 15 reviews · 9 hours · from $119

Review of a nine-hour Daytona Beach trip from Orlando with Hard Rock Resort access, beach time, small-group transport, and optional add-ons.

“Our driver was super friendly. Like we had known him for years. Everything was right on schedule and smooth. We had no issues”

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14.NASCAR Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $99

Ride from Orlando to the Daytona 500 with race seats, hotel pickup, and optional UNOH Fanzone access at Daytona International Speedway.

“My overall experience was very good. I was very pleased with everything. The only thing I would have changed would be maybe tickets on the front stretch, that's it.”

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15.Day Trip to Clearwater with Sea Screamer Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14 reviews · from $125

Spend a full day from Orlando on Clearwater Beach, with a one-hour Sea Screamer ride, dolphin sightings, Gulf swimming, and free beach time.

“We had the best time! Angelina was an excellent host and made the bus ride to Clearwater fun and comfortable. The sea screamer was a great experience! We saw so many dolphins, and were able to enjoy a super inexpensive beer on the boat. Our free time to enjoy the beach and get a bite to eat was the perfect amount of time. Loved every second of it and would do it again!”

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