Getting ready for your Orlando getaway? Between theme park adventures, poolside lounging, and Florida’s unpredictable weather, packing smart makes all the difference. Here’s your ultimate packing guide for Orlando—so you can enjoy more magic and less stress.
👟 Comfortable Walking Shoes
Orlando theme parks mean miles of walking each day. Pack at least two pairs of broken-in sneakers or walking shoes. A pair of sandals or flip-flops is also great for your villa pool or water parks.
☀️ Weather-Ready Clothing
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Lightweight clothes: Orlando can get hot and humid, especially in summer. Breathable fabrics are your best friend.
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Rain gear: A light poncho or travel umbrella is essential. Quick afternoon showers are common!
We recommend - Rain Ponchos & Disney Rain Ponchos
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Layers: In winter, bring a light jacket or hoodie for cooler evenings.
🎒 Theme Park Essentials
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Daypack or crossbody bag for snacks, water, sunscreen, and souvenirs.
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Refillable water bottle to stay hydrated (many parks have free water refill stations).
At Disney parks, there are no refillable soda mugs — the “pay once, unlimited soda refills” option only exists at Disney resort hotels (and can only be used there). In-park, you’ll need your own water bottle and refill it at fountains or bottle-fill stations.
At Universal Orlando, they do offer Coke Freestyle refillable mugs. You purchase the mug and get unlimited refills for the day at Coca-Cola Freestyle machines located throughout the parks (or pay a smaller fee to reactivate it on future days).
We recommend - Water bottle
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Portable phone charger so you don’t miss a single memory (or Genie+ reservation!).
Disney parks have FuelRod kiosks, where you can purchase a FuelRod once and then swap it for a fully charged one at any kiosk for no extra cost. The kiosks are widely available in all four Disney World parks.
Universal Orlando also has FuelRod stations, but availability can be more limited — check the Universal app or park maps to confirm locations.
We recommend - USB charger or Fuel Rod
- Autograph book & pen if you’re traveling with kids who love character meet-and-greets.
🏊 Pool & Villa Must-Haves
Since you’ll be staying in one of our private Orlando villas, don’t forget to pack for downtime, too!
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Swimsuits & cover-ups for pool days.
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Flip-flops for lounging by the water.
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Your favorite snacks or groceries (each villa has a full kitchen, so you can save on dining out).
🛍️ Extras You’ll Be Glad You Brought
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Sunscreen & hats (the Florida sun is strong year-round).
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Cooling towels or misting fans for long summer days.
We recommend - cooling towels
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Back-up chargers & memory cards for cameras.
- Travel-size first aid kit (blister bandages are lifesavers!).
✨ Final Tip
When in doubt, pack light—you’ll probably want to save room in your suitcase for souvenirs! 🎁 No matter the season, our 3 Orlando Magical Villas are the perfect home base, giving you space to spread out, refresh, and relax after a full day of fun.
👉 Ready to plan your stay? Book one of our villas today and start packing for the trip of a lifetime!