Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation and a cruise vacation? Kissimmee might be the perfect place to bring both parts of your trip together. Located close to Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks, Kissimmee offers resorts, vacation homes, outdoor adventures, dining, and attractions that make it much more than simply a place to stay.
It is also a convenient starting point for those heading to Port Canaveral for the next part of their Florida vacation.
In this guide, you’ll discover why Kissimmee is a great vacation destination, what you can do when you’re not exploring the theme parks, where to stay, and how private Kissimmee cruise transfers can take you directly from your resort or vacation rental to your Port Canaveral cruise terminal.
Why Stay in Kissimmee Before a Port Canaveral Cruise?
Kissimmee gives visitors easy access to the greater Orlando vacation area while offering a large selection of resorts, hotels, villas, and vacation homes. This is a destination that has everything from family-friendly hotels and luxury resorts to thousands of vacation rental properties.
That variety can make Kissimmee particularly useful for families and groups who want to spend several days enjoying Central Florida before boarding a cruise.
Explore Walt Disney World and Central Florida
Kissimmee puts you near Walt Disney World and many of Central Florida’s other popular attractions. Spend your pre-cruise vacation exploring the theme parks before switching gears and heading toward the coast.
A private Kissimmee cruise transfer lets you schedule transportation around your cruise departure instead of worrying about returning a rental car, arranging multiple rideshares, or travelling on a shared shuttle schedule.
What Can You Do in Kissimmee?
There is plenty to explore beyond Orlando’s theme parks. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly recreation or a quiet day in nature, the surrounding area has something for everyone.
Visit Kissimmee Lakefront Park
Kissimmee Lakefront Park sits along Lake Tohopekaliga and offers walking and biking paths, playgrounds, picnic areas, open lawns, fishing, boating access, and scenic lake views. It is also located beside Historic Downtown Kissimmee, making it easy to combine an outdoor afternoon with local dining and shopping.
Discover Florida’s Outdoor Side
Kissimmee is also known for outdoor adventures. Visitors can explore the area’s lakes, take an airboat tour, look for Florida wildlife, or spend time fishing and enjoying the natural landscape. Experience Kissimmee highlights activities including airboat adventures and recreation around Lake Kissimmee and Lake Tohopekaliga.
Where Should You Stay in Kissimmee?
Kissimmee has accommodation options for different group sizes, budgets, and vacation styles.
Popular Kissimmee Resorts and Hotels
- Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
- Margaritaville Resort Orlando
- Reunion Resort & Golf Club
- Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort
- Westgate Vacation Villas Resort
- Encore Resort at Reunion
Visitors can also choose from hotels, condos, villas, and larger vacation homes, which can be especially useful for families and cruise groups travelling together.
How Do You Get from Kissimmee to Port Canaveral?
Port Canaveral Transportation offers private, door-to-door service from Kissimmee resorts, hotels, vacation rentals, private homes, and surrounding communities directly to Port Canaveral cruise terminals.
- Private Kissimmee cruise transfers are available for visitors sailing with cruise lines including Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and MSC Cruises.
- Your chauffeur can confirm your ship and terminal before departure and take you directly to the appropriate cruise terminal.
Choose Transportation for Your Group
Depending on your passenger and luggage requirements, available vehicles include sedans, SUVs, stretch limousines, luxury vans, minibuses, and motor coaches.
Return transportation can also be arranged from Port Canaveral back to Kissimmee, Walt Disney World, Orlando International Airport, or other Central Florida destinations.
Book Your Kissimmee Cruise Transfers
Make the transition from theme parks and resort days to your cruise vacation as simple as possible.
Whether you are staying at a Kissimmee resort, hotel, villa, or vacation rental, Port Canaveral Transportation can provide private Kissimmee cruise transfers designed around your group, luggage, cruise ship, and itinerary.
Contact Port Canaveral Transportation
- Call: 1-800-616-1970
- Email: info@portcanaveraltransportation.com
- Book Online: Complete the secure online reservation form.
Enjoy your time in Kissimmee while Port Canaveral Transportation handles the journey from your resort to the cruise terminal.