Thornton Park is a popular suburb near Downtown Orlando, featuring the city’s most exclusive restaurants, fashion boutiques and historic homes. The neighborhood streets are brick-paved and lined by many antique shops and bakeries.

Lake Eola is a short walk away – perfect for taking a stroll around the park, feeding the lake’s white swans, participating in a free yoga class or visiting the Sunday’s farmers market. On your visit, you'll also find the Greenwood Cemetery just a few minutes south of Thornton Park. Designed and plotted in 1880, the famous cemetery is the final resting place for many of Orlando’s city founders.

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Thornton Park is one of the most desirable places in Orlando to live, attracting many professionals and urban leaseholders. Home to the CityArts district, Thornton Park has the largest collection of art galleries in the city. Both local and international art is featured, and admission is free Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 6pm.

For a night of laughter, check out SAK Comedy Club. Improv comedians take to the stage every night of the week putting on several different skits. Many comedic geniuses, including Wayne Brady, got their start at Thornton Park’s SAK Comedy Club.

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Thornton Park Orlando

Location: Orlando, Florida 32801, USA

Paul Smith | Compulsive Traveler

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Lobby
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando - Lake Buena Vista, an IHG Hotel
8.4 out of 10, (2779)
The price is $109
per night
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando - Lake Buena Vista, an IHG Hotel
Terrace/patio
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Theme Parks
9.0 out of 10, (1753)
The price is $161
per night
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Theme Parks
Exterior
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark, an IHG Hotel
7.2 out of 10, (1646)
The price is $92
per night
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark, an IHG Hotel
7 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
9.2 out of 10, (2512)
The price is $199
per night
$224 total
includes taxes & fees
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites
9.2 out of 10, (5396)
The price is $160
per night
$180 total
includes taxes & fees
Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas, I-Drive/Orlando
9.2 out of 10, (1399)
The price is $185
per night
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas, I-Drive/Orlando
Front of property - evening/night
Rosen Inn International
8.2 out of 10, (4821)
The price is $93
per night
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Rosen Inn International
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
8.8 out of 10, (5060)
The price is $229
per night
$258 total
includes taxes & fees
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Theme Parks/Lake Buena Vista
8.6 out of 10, (1383)
The price is $135
per night
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Theme Parks/Lake Buena Vista
Outdoor pool
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
8.4 out of 10, (6360)
The price is $128
per night
$144 total
includes taxes & fees
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando

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