Orlando is a beautiful city located in the heart of Florida and is known as the recreational centre of the world. It boasts some of the best theme parks such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, Magic Kingdom, Epcot and lots more. It is a hub of funfilled activities and a destination people love to visit for a long vacation. It is indeed a complete stress buster when you witness the renowned Disney parade or get a chance to participate in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Everything about Orlando is super charming including the fabulous shopping. Take a look below at some of our recommendations for what to buy in Orlando, Florida.
Best markets in Orlando:
- For fresh produce and a dog-friendly atmosphere, head to Orlando Farmer's Market in Lake Eola Park. The market is organized every Sunday from 10am to 3pm and features community and arts programs alongside produce.
- East End Market is a great spot for yummy food and artisanal items. The market is in a two-storey building that also has a demonstration kitchen, an award-winning caterer, a famous ramen restaurant, and more.
1. Pick-a-Pearl
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As the name might have suggested, once you have located a Pick-a-Pearl station, you will definitely be amazed by the large tank where you can see several oysters at the bottom. Here, you can then pick an oyster to purchase and the staff will open it up and allow you to bring it home. As with what you can do with the pearl, you can choose to keep it as it is, or you could mount it onto a piece of jewelry, either it can be a ring or a necklace.
Pearl Factory Kiosk - Disney Springs Marketplace
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price Range: USD100.00 - USD250.00
2. Harry Potter wand from Universal Studios
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A visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios wouldn’t be complete without purchasing a wand at Ollivander’s Wand Shop. The shop offers a variety of wands that “pick their wizard”. You have the option of selecting a traditional wood wand or a wand that is specially outfitted to allow you to perform spells around The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with stunning results! Make sure to stop by Ollivander’s for a memorable item from your visit to Orlando, FL.
Ollivander's Wand Shop
Website: Ollivander’s Wand Shop
Price: 49 USD onwards
3. Handbuilt lightsaber
Another must-buy item to remember your trip to Orlando requires a visit to Star Wars Galaxy Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. At the hidden Savi’s Workshop, you have the opportunity to custom-make your own personalized lightsaber. The Gatherers that run the shop will assist you in the construction of your lightsaber while you craft it to be uniquely yours. Visit Savi’s Workshop to ensure that you take home a great piece of Star Wars memorabilia.
Savi's Workshop
Address: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Website: Savi’s Workshop
Price: 199.99 USD
4. Orlando Florida iconic shot glass
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It’s always party time when in Orlando! One of the best things you could buy to continue the celebration back home is the iconic shot glasses. They will help set the perfect party ambience and will be a souvenir you will always remember. These shot glasses look adorable with cute patterns that reflect the culture and beauty of Orlando. They are made from ceramic and are definitely the perfect option to carry back home. Though these are easily available at multiple places in Orlando, you could pick the best ones from the evergreen Walmart store. Get your collection started today!
Walmart
Address: 3101 W Princeton St, FL 32808
Website: Walmart
Price: 8 USD onwards
5. Florida state landmarks Christmas ornament
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It’s almost Christmas time and if you are in Orlando, we have the perfect thing you could purchase! This small but meaningful souvenir will not just make you reminisce your beautiful stay in Florida, but will also make your home look all artsy this Christmas. It is the ideal Christmas gift as well and could be used as the perfect give away. Target is one of the places you could find this super adorable souvenir.
Target
Address: 120 W Grant St, Orlando, FL 32806-3932
Website: Target
Price: 7 USD onwards
6. Disney items
When in Orlando, you cannot miss out on the dreamy Walt Disney World. It is truly paradise on earth with its fantastic rides, parades, fun-filled activities, games and not to forget the extravagant shopping. Sure, you do get Disney products all across the globe but the ones at Orlando are a class apart. The coolest of Disney themed products can only be found at the Walt Disney World outlet at Orlando. Get your favourite Disney characters to life with a wide range of amazing products at your disposal.
Walt Disney World
Address: Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, FL 32830, USA
Website: Walt Disney World
Price: 3 USD onwards
7. Oranges
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Get your hands on the juiciest and most succulent oranges only at Orlando. This city is known for the tastiest of oranges which are used as part of multiple desserts due to the natural sweetness. Besides getting to taste these sumptuous fruits you could also witness the art of growing them. Pell’s Citrus and Nursery is one of the best in Orlando and offers the freshest of oranges at affordable prices.
Pell's Citrus and Nursery
Address: 400 Doyle Rd, Osteen, FL 32764, USA
Website: Pell’s Citrus and Nursery
Price: 2 USD onwards
8. Disney character autographs and photos
Being able to meet their favorite characters in Disney World must be like a dream come true for many children. But what will make the experience better is to be able to have your favorite character give you their autograph, as a proof and remembrance that you really met them when you were in Disney World. You don’t have to have an autograph book for you to collect your favorite characters’ autographs. Let them sign on your ball cap, or you can also take a Polaroid with them and have them sign your polaroid photos!
Art of Disney
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Price: USD9.99
Website: Art of Disney
9. Disney trading pins
Disney Trading Pins make for amazing, delicate souvenirs to bring home from Disney World. They are also a popular hobby for fans of the Disney franchise, where collecting the pins are deemed as a lifelong dedication. The trend of trading Disney Pins occurred during the Millennium Celebrations, and since then, this very merchandise has become one of the most popular products in Disneyland all over the world. So don’t forget to pick up some Florida-exclusive Disney Trading Pins when you are here.
Disney's Pin Traders
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price Range: USD6.70 - USD90.00
Website: Disney’s Pin Traders
10. Specialty toys
The specialty toys in Disney World are mostly season-exclusive, in the sense that they are only available for a limited period of time. So it would be ideal for you to check the specialty toys out when you are in Disney World, just in case they feature a certain Disney character that you hold close to your heart! Most of these specialty toys are also very season-based, depending on what is happening during the trend when you visit Disney World. So brace yourself for some surprise when you check them out.
M. Mouse Mercantile
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Price Range: USD1.80 - USD800.00
Website: M. Mouse Mercantile
11. Mickey ear hats
Mickey ear hats are one of the must-buy products when you are in Disney World. They are also an adorable memento for you to bring home, regardless of whether are buying them for your children, for yourself, or for everyone in the family. The Mickey ear hats also come in various shapes, sizes, and designs so feel free to check them out and choose the ones that you like best.
Sir Mickey's
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Price Range: USD9.40 - USD500.00
Website: Sir Mickey’s
12. Disney-themed Christmas ornaments
What’s a better way to celebrate a magical season like Christmas than with ornaments from the magical land itself? The Christmas ornaments in Disney World come in all shapes and designs, even categorized by your favorite Disney franchises and characters. Regardless of whether you intend to make a Christmas tree out of Mickey Mouse or if you dream of having a Finding Nemo Christmas tree in your living room, this is the chance to grab all you can while you are here in Disney World.
Disney's Days of Christmas
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price Range: USD10.00 - USD70.00
Website: Disney’s Days of Christmas
13. T-shirts
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It's Tee Tuesday! Stop by Marketplace Co-Op today to check out these adorable matching tees.
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Disney’s T-shirts make great family attires for parents and children to wear for outings. The t-shirts are durable and can be worn on any casual day. They come in all sizes and designs so feel free to choose your favorite kind of designs that suit your personal preferences. You can also buy a few designs at the same time so that you can use them for different occasions. Trust us, you will definitely be spoiled by choice when you look through the shop windows.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique - Disney Springs
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Price Range: USD6.00 - USD250.00
14. Pressed pennies
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Disney Pressed Pennies are collectible souvenirs that are also known as elongated coins, made by squeezing a coin between two rollers with an iconic label or character engraved on one side of the coin. Similar to Disney pins, Pressed Pennies are a great collection for avid Disney fans, and each Disneyland comes with a different set of Pressed Pennies and they are often exclusive to the location. If you are interested in collecting them, don’t miss out Florida’s very own Disney Pressed Pennies.
Bonjour! Village Gifts
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Price Range: USD120.00 - USD300.00
Website: Bonjour! Village Gifts
15. Epcot passport kit
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The Epcot passport kit makes for a great way to organize your itinerary in Disney World. With the passport kit, you will be given convenient access to selected attractions and food markets that will help you greatly in managing your time in the magical land. On top of that, some passport kits also give you the opportunity to meet exclusive cast members, depending on the season and the location of the Disneyland. So if you would like to enjoy the best out of Disney World, this is something you must not miss.
World Traveler
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Price: USD11.99
Website: World Traveler
16. Silhouettes
Disney’s Silhouettes do not only make a great souvenir but they also make great decorations for you to display in your house. The Silhouettes are crafted in a creative way that will bring the best out of the Disney characters you are very much attached to and at the same time, the idea behind these Silhouettes tell stories that will instantly remind you of the best moments from your favorite Disney series.
Silhouette Portraits Cart
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price: USD8.00
Website: Silhouette Portraits Cart
17. Haunted portraits
Haunted Portraits are just some of the quirky and unusual souvenirs you can get when exploring the “best place on earth.” Disney World has a ton of fun rides, engaging and interactive sights, as well as bizarre yet interesting souvenirs from the gift shops. One unique little piece of souvenir you can get your friends and loved ones is a haunted portrait. It may seem jarring at first, but it’s actually a hilarious and amusing little gift Disney World. The Memento Mori gift shop is a place in Disney World you can stop by to get yourself a one of a kind haunted portrait.
18. Souvenir mugs and drinkware
An easy and charming little gift to get your nieces and nephews when in Disney World is a souvenir mug or tumbler. There are a ton of customized Disney themed mugs and drinks in every Disney shop. Disney World’s iconic movie-themed shops are filled with authentic artifacts and trinkets you could take home for yourself when visiting Disney World. A souvenir mug is a great buy for those you know are Disney kids at heart; timeless and practical!
Great things to bring back home
Orlando is forever bustling with energy and is a great place to plan a fun-filled trip with family and friends. Besides visiting the magnificent theme parks, Orlando is home to some of the best shopping! We are sure you would want to purchase each of those items listed above.
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