Shuttle Service at the Port Orleans French Quarter Resort
How do you get around when staying at the Disney Port Orleans French Quarter? One of the main reasons guest choose to stay at a Disney World Resort is the ability to use the complimentary transportation. Just step out for the front lobby doors and look to your right and you will see the bus stops to take you to the Disney Theme Parks. Not only do you have bus transportation at the French Quarter Port Orleans, you also have boat transportation to take you back and forth to Port Orleans Riverside and also to Disney Springs.
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No matter where you want to go, as long as it is part of Disney World, the Disney Transportation will get you there. But, what do you do if you are iinterested in going to SeaWorld or the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios? Orlando is full of fun things to do so you might want to explore a little. If this is the case, you will need another way to get around. Having your own rental car is one way but here are a couple of other options.
Orlando Port Orleans French Quarter Transportation
How does the Disney Shuttle work at the Port Orleans French Quarter Resort?
Shuttle Buses
First of all, it is worth mentioning that staying in one of the Preferred Rooms at the Port Orleans French Quarter will get you closer to the Mint Building where the dining and transportation are located. Staying in buildings 2, 3, 4 or 5 closest to the Mint Building will give you the shortest walk to the Shuttle. All of the Disney Transportation starts to run an hour prior to the opening of the theme parks and goes all day until 2 hours after the parks close.
Water Taxi
The water taxi is a fun way to get around but know that it does not go to any of the Disney Theme Parks. It will take you to the Port Orleans Riverside and Disney Springs.
What about transportation to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure?
Want to go see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Well let me tell you, if you do, you will not be let down. Getting there is not as easy though since these parks are in direct competition to the Disney World Theme Parks. Getting your own transportation is the only way to get there. A couple of options would be to schedule a Mears Taxi or setup Uber. The Universal Orlando dropoff is about 12.5 miles away and takes about 25 minutes in normal traffic.
How do I get to SeaWorld and Aquatica?
Disney World has the Animal Kingdom to learn about animals you would see on an African Safari but they don't have any aquatic creatures. For this, you will need to head on up to SeaWorld. If this is something you are interested in, contact Mears Taxi Service or get an Uber.
How far away is MCO Airport? Is there a free shuttle from the Airport?
Flying into the Orlando International Airport? Let Disney make this easy on you. The Disney Magical Express has a complimentary shuttle that can be scheduled to pick you up when you arrive and whisk you and your luggage away to the Port Orleans French Quarter Resort. The MCO Airport is 21.5 miles away and takes about 35 minutes of travel time. The Disney Magical Express can be reserved when you book with Disney or you can contact the Disney reservation line to set this service up. In the US call 407.939.1936 or in the UK call 0800.16.90.730 and get your Magical Express ready for your pickup.
