Introduction
What to do
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.

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 Boston and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Mount Dora, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mount Dora to Jacksonville takes 2h 41m and costs around $18 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 Boston and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Mount Dora, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mount Dora to Jacksonville takes 2h 41m and costs around $18 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

Airlines serving Mount Dora

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,508 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,037 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,288 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,056 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,260 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Dora

Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $199 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 $69 to $263 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mount Dora are about 54% 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

Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 189 reviews)
$228+
The Estate at Mt Dora
3 stars
Excellent (9, 454 reviews)
$123+
The Heirloom Inn Mount Dora
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 371 reviews)
$159+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tavares - Leesburg By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 594 reviews)
$106+
Lakeside Inn on Lake Dora
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1304 reviews)
$180+
Hampton Inn Mt. Dora
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 504 reviews)
$113+

Renting a car in Mount Dora

Renting a car in Mount Dora costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 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, 38% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Dora is Compact (Toyota Corolla 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mount Dora costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 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, 38% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Mount Dora is Compact (Toyota Corolla 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.