How Far Is Lake Buena Vista From Disney?

If you’re planning a trip to Orlando, Florida from the UK and you’ll be visiting Disney, there are going to be a lot of questions that you’ll be wanting to have answers for. One of those questions might be “How far is Lake Buena Vista from Disney? Well, in this piece we’ll provide you with that answer and provide you with a a lot more helpful information in the hope that it will help plan your all inclusive disney holidays. 

How Far Is Lake Buena Vista From Disney?

First off, Lake Buena Vista is a city in Orange County, Florida. When it comes to Disney, most associate it with being in Orlando, Florida, however, in reality it actually is a big part of Lake Buena Vista combined with the city of Bay Lake. This is why you won’t get an exact mileage for this question since the entire Disney complex that includes resorts, water parks, and theme parks all literally reside within both Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake.

Lake Buena Vista is actually a municipality that is controlled by the Disney Company.  One thing to note is that the fun and entertainment you’ll find in Lake Buena Vista it doesn’t actually start and end at the Walt Disney gates. People who visit Lake Buena Vista offers wonderful shopping, various amusements, and restaurants with delicious food from all over the world.

When the Disney company bought the land it was once a small swamp and the lake at the time was called Black Lake, even though, technically it’s not a lake it was really more of a swamp and when Disney bought it, they called it “The Florida Project”.

Great Resorts You Can Find In Lake Buena Vista

There are plenty of places to stay in Lake Buena Vista, most of which are owned by Disney and many of them are an adventure just to check out even if you’re not staying at them. Here’s a list of just a few of them to choose from:

• Disney’s Old Key West Resort –

Here you will find the romance of the Florida Keys that creates a tranquil little community called Conch Flats that’s a sprawling island hamlet with swaying palm trees, waterways, a golf course, great pools, and casual dining. The rooms are equipped with full kitchens or kitchenettes and even washers and driers and much more.

• Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort –

If you’re a big sports fan you’ll love this resort that salutes competitive sports that include basketball, baseball, football, tennis, and surfing. You’ll enjoy the sports décor and you’ll enjoy all your favorite Disney characters enjoying various sports and other kinds of fun.

• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa –

This resort was inspired by the historic Saratoga Springs of the 1880’s a retreat in New York and it is nestled between the Village Lake Delight and a rolling golf course. They offer studios and multi-bedroom rooms. The have beautiful pools and a wonderful spa to enjoy.

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge –

This is probably the most unique resort in the area that is a gateway to a safari adventure, gives people the opportunity to view a variety of exotic animals roaming freely on it’s nearby savanna. They offer beautiful pools and incredible dining experiences and much, much more.

• Disney’s Boardwalk Inn –

Here you can enjoy all the charm and whimsy of the turn of the century Atlantic City. It’s located on the waterfront and you’ll enjoy walking along the boardwalk experiencing the different shops, carnival games, unique dining experiences, and a vibrant nightlife. This resort is close to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in fact you can walk to both from this resort.

Key Amusements to Enjoy

 You’ll find a huge variety of things to do and see that are world famous and simply can’t be missed when visiting the area:

• The Magic Kingdom –

Known the world over as the most magical place on earth and that’s the truth. This is the place where fantasy is a reality on a daily basis. Here you can enjoy the old classic attractions like It’s a Small World, Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Dumbo, The Haunted House, Cinderella’s Castle and so much more. This is the place for kids of all ages and adults who are kids at heart.

• Epcot –

This is the place where you can enjoy cultures from all over the world, learn about space, Mother nature, the seas, and get a glimpse of the future. You can go on a journey of the solar system or glide around the world or even sail away on a “Frozen” adventure and much more. If you love food then you’ll love trying authentic cuisines from 11 different countries, you’ll enjoy main courses, wines, and desserts from all over.

• Animal Kingdom –

Here you’ll be able to experience all of the wonder of wild animals found on the African savannas and Asian jungles. You’ll encounter a variety of wild animals, be able to explore exotic jungle trails and enjoy a variety of high-speed thrills at the Animal Kingdom. You can also enjoy Pandora The World of Avatar, enjoy Broadway musicals, meet a variety of Disney characters, and entertaining animal shows. Enjoy delicious meals and desserts that are inspired by American favorites, African and Asian favorites.

So Much More To See

There is so much more to see, we can’t include it all in one article here is just a short list of other attractions there are to explore:

• Disney Springs
• Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Palm Golf Course
• Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
• Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios
• Sammy Duvall Watersports
• T-Rex Cafe
• Planet Hollywood
• Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe
• House of Blues
• Disney’s Pop Century Resort
• Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course
• Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
• Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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