Downtown Orlando

Welcome to Downtown Orlando

Downtown Orlando, Florida, is a bustling business district with unique shops, gourmet restaurants, and cafes, making it a hub for locals and tourists. Whether you are looking for a night out or a quiet afternoon exploring the city’s historic landmarks, Downtown Orlando is a multifaceted neighborhood in the heart of the city. This area is known for its lively atmosphere and walkability, making it a popular destination for young professionals seeking a place to live and work.

Downtown Orlando, Florida, is also known for its modern housing options that appeal to low-maintenance lifestyles. Locals can find convenient housing close to popular businesses, from chic high-rise apartments to trendy lofts and modern townhouses. Residents enjoy easy access to city amenities like public transit and tranquil parks within walking distance of their homes. Downtown is also a common site for festivals, markets, and annual community events.

What to Love

Walkable central location with shops and restaurants
Close to business and public transit
High-end condos and apartments with luxury amenities
Fun events and proximity to Lake Enola

Local Lifestyle

Whether you are a young professional, retiree, or family, Downtown Orlando has housing and activities to support your active lifestyle. The area has a vibrant nightlife scene with bars, clubs, and live music venues, but it also offers laid-back cafes and cozy restaurants.

The welcoming and inclusive atmosphere embraces many cultures in its cuisine and arts. Locals and visitors also benefit from the area’s many recreational activities and parks, including Lake Eola Park, which hosts community events.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

The Vanguard is an iconic entertainment venue that recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation, equipping the concert hall with world-class laser lights and sound systems, a top-of-the-line air purification system, and on-site parking. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is a renowned entertainment facility encompassing two blocks of venues, including the Walt Disney Theater, Seneff Arts Plaza, and Steinmetz Hall. The performing arts venue hosts concerts, musical performances, speakers, plays and musicals, and film festivals.

Kres Chophouse is an award-winning upscale restaurant with a modern twist on the traditional steakhouse. The Chophouse uses prime beef aged in-house and cut to order for the freshest experience. Guests can also order exceptional seafood dishes delivered daily to the venue. The Boheme, a luxury restaurant in the Grand Boheme Hotel, is an elevated dining experience featuring a piano lounge and a classy main dining room. Specialty menu items include New York strip steak with porcini crust and green peppercorn, double-cut pork chop with fresh herbs, and beef tenderloin with wild mushroom ragout and red wine sauce.

Things to Do

Lake Eola Park is one of the main attractions in the downtown neighborhood. The circular lake has a central fountain and is encompassed by a paved walkway, making it easy to take in the sights. The park also has a stunning amphitheater for outdoor performances and events, open lawns for group yoga classes, and rentable swan boats to tour the lake. The Orlando Farmer’s Market is a weekly event in the park with hundreds of artisan vendors providing plants, fresh-made food, arts and crafts, seasonal produce, pet-friendly treats, and more.

Downtown Orlando’s Amway Center is one of the city’s most prominent landmarks and the home stadium for the Orlando Magic basketball team. It also hosts concerts, shows, and other events, featuring high-end visual and sound amenities and striking building architecture. The Orange County Regional History Center is another highlight, offering insights into the area’s rich cultural and historical background. The museum features exhibits on the history of Central Florida, from prehistoric times to contemporary culture, giving visitors a deeper understanding of the city’s past and present. The museum hosts many cultural events and workshops, including music concerts, book readings, and historic walking tours.

Around Downtown Orlando, FL

There's plenty to do around Downtown Orlando, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

97

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

77

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

67

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kiwi Coffee Cafe, The Gourmet Machine & Catering, and Modest Wine.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Kiwi Coffee Cafe page on Yelp Search 512 E Washington St on Google Maps	Dining	0.27 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Gourmet Machine & Catering page on Yelp	Dining	4.39 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Modest Wine page on Yelp Search 544 W Fairbanks Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.68 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Vegan Scoops page on Yelp Search 2603 E South St on Google Maps	Dining	1.48 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Five Star Orlando VIP Tours page on Yelp Search 4530 S Orange Blossom Trl on Google Maps	Active	3.39 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Community Center 729 page on Yelp Search 729 N Thornton Ave on Google Maps	Active	1 miles	26 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Michael's Booth page on Yelp Search 1408 Gay Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.16 miles	18 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Medical Vein Center page on Yelp Search 1802 Kuhl Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.49 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Divine Canvas Tattoos, Photography and Fine... page on Yelp Search 223 N Magnolia Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.33 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Buffalo Ambition Barbers page on Yelp	Beauty	2.84 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lioness Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 718 Bean Ln on Google Maps	Beauty	3.03 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Old Florida Electric page on Yelp Search 1223 N Orange Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.42 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Beauty Factorie page on Yelp Search 2017 S Orange Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.6 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Lacquer the Berry page on Yelp	Beauty	1.91 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Buff City Soap page on Yelp Search 3123 S Orange Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.27 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the WaxMe page on Yelp Search 320 N Magnolia Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.42 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ralph Capelli Master Barber page on Yelp Search 543 W New England Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.88 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Xtena page on Yelp Search 558 W New England Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.86 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Orlando, FL

Population Households Employment

Downtown Orlando has 8,621 households, with an average household size of 1.53. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Orlando do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,589 people call Downtown Orlando home. The population density is 6,149.14 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,589

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3

Median Age

51.73 / 48.27%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

8,621

Total Households

1.53

Average Household Size

$69,342

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown Orlando, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown Orlando. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Welcome to Downtown Orlando

What to Love

Local Lifestyle

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Things to Do

Overview for Downtown Orlando, FL

13,589

35.3 years

High

$69,342

Around Downtown Orlando, FL

97

Walker's Paradise

77

Very Bikeable

67

Good Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Orlando, FL

13,589

High

35.3

51.73 / 48.27%

8,621

1.53

$69,342

Schools in Downtown Orlando, FL

Browse Properties in the Area

$2,195,000

$1,150,000

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