Shuttle Service at the Port Orleans Riverside Resort
One of the neat reasons to stay at the Disney Port Orleans Riverside Resort is Disney’s Transportation. The Disney Shuttle service is designed to get you around to everything Disney related; the Disney Theme Parks, Water Parks, Disney Springs and even other Resorts like the Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. The one thing that the Port Orleans Riverside offers that you will not find at many other resorts in Disney World is the Water Taxi Shuttle. Many guests love the water taxi because it feels as if they are on another Disney ride taking them around to Disney Springs for Dining and shopping but also to the sister property, the ef=”/disneys-port-orleans-resort-french-quarter/”>Port Orleans French Quarter. Wonderful opportunities await so enjoy your stay and take advantage of this amazing Shuttle Service at Port Orleans Riverside Resort.
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So, you are thinking that you might want to head outside of Disney World for awhile but you are not sure how you will get there. Traveling about 30 minutes north of Port Orleans Riverside can put you at the Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure Theme Park where you can experience the Harry Potter World. What an adventure! Orlando is full of family fun things to do and events. If you do not have your own car, there are some other ways to get around. Here are a couple of options that might work well for you.
Orlando Port Orleans Riverside Transportation
How does the Disney Shuttle work at the Port Orleans Riverside Resort?
Shuttle Buses
It is good to know that there are multiple Shuttle Bus Terminal located around the Disney Port Orleans Resort. The first one is visible as soon as you pull up to the front entrance since it is right in front of the Main Check-in Building, the Colonel's Cotton Mill. The other three are located around the outside area of the resort in front of the Magnolia Terrace, close to the Acadian House and the third at the edge of the Alligator Bayou. Booking a Preferred Room at the Port Orleans Riverside will ensure that you have a shorter distance to walk to one of these bus stops. The buses are a very efficient way of getting around to all of the Disney Theme Parks and Water Parks but there is another option if you want to get to Disney Springs.
Water Taxi
What fun it is to jump aboard the water taxi located behind the Check-in counter at the Disney Port Orleans Riverside Resort. The water taxi is free for all guests and will take you to the Port Orleans French Quarter and direct access to the Doubloon Lagoon Family Pool with Water Slide and Kids Splash Park. The water taxi continues from the French Quarter and takes you to Disney Springs where great shopping and dining awaits>
How do I get Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure from Port Orleans Riverside?
How can you visit Orlando without getting to see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure? The Harry Potter World has changed the way theme parks draw guests in. It is no longer just about the rides but it is about the adventure you get to go on and the immersion factor. Getting to the Universal Theme Parks is not difficult but it is not included with the Disney Transportation. You will need to have your own transportation to get to Universal Orlando. Options are available though even if you do not have your own vehicle you can schedule a Mears Taxi or setup Uber. The Universal Orlando dropoff is about 13.5 miles away and takes about 30 minutes in normal traffic.
Is it difficult to get to SeaWorld and Aquatica?
Disney does not provide transportation to the SeaWorld or Aquatica Water Park. Still, it is not difficult to get to, it is just not free. Be sure to plan this adventure in. 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?
Absolutely! Disney shines when taking care of their guests and venturing to Orlando via the MCO Orlando International Airport is no exception. In fact, many guests feel that Disney does the most amazing job with their Disney Magical Express system that is complimentary transportation from the Orlando Airport to the Disney Port Orleans Riverside Resort. The MCO Airport is 22.2 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.
