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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mount Dora travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mount Dora

With a population of 12,370, Mount Dora is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. Mount Dora deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Mount Dora

If you’re looking for affordable options, 1921 Mount Dora (142 E 4th Ave) and Pisces Rising (239 W 4th Ave.) are great picks.

When to visit Mount Dora

Mount Dora in August
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mount Dora in August
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mount Dora

Plane

Although Mount Dora doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 26 miles from Mount Dora. Tampa Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Dora departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Mount Dora, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mount Dora to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $24 for a 6h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Dora is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 24 miles from Mount Dora. You’ll find branches of Advantage and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Mount Dora doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 26 miles from Mount Dora. Tampa Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Dora departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Mount Dora, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mount Dora to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $24 for a 6h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Dora is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 24 miles from Mount Dora. You’ll find branches of Advantage and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Mount Dora

TPATampa
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Mount Dora

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,532 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,476 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,029 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,773 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,000 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,479 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,388 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,658 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,365 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,543 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,191 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,040 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Dora

Average rates range from around $223 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $174 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Mt. Dora and Quality Inn & Suites Mt Dora North. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mount Dora, with prices from $62 to $281 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mount Dora are about 74% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Mount Dora by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mount Dora

Most booked hotels in Mount Dora

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Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 189 reviews)
$227+
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The Estate at Mt Dora
3 stars
Excellent (9, 453 reviews)
$129+
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The Heirloom Inn Mount Dora
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 371 reviews)
$136+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tavares - Leesburg By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 591 reviews)
$94+
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Lakeside Inn on Lake Dora
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1305 reviews)
$177+
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Hampton Inn Mt. Dora
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 502 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Mount Dora

Renting a car in Mount Dora costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mount Dora (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Dora is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mount Dora costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mount Dora (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Dora is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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