Orlandoans harbour a fiery passion for this city unlike any other, but that also means we have some strong opinions about what we don’t like. There’s no denying that in the vast amount of positives about the City Beautiful, there are some not-so fun situations we find ourselves in.

From unrelenting traffic zones to theme park lines to swan boats stuck in the rain, here are the most miserable places in Orlando. 

Downtown when an event ends at the Kia Center Parking will be a nightmare, roads will be backed up and pedestrians who probably just had the time of their lives will most likely flood the crosswalks at the same time. Credit: Image via Google Maps

The perpetual hellscape of construction near downtown and the Milk District

Another road closed? Sure, why not. Credit: Photo by Chloe Greenberg
Outside of baggage claim at MCO Local weather phenomena turn this portion of the airport into a mini-swamp, a fitting greeting to anyone looking to get the Florida experience in brief. Credit: Photo via Orlando International Airport/Facebook

In your car searching for a precious parking space outside East End Market on a Saturday morning

“Let’s loop around again. And again.” Credit: Photo via East End Market/Facebook

House of Blues standing area right behind someone who is somehow 7 feet tall

Credit: Photo by Jim Leatherman
The entrance to Waterford Lakes Town Center This four-lane, four-way stop has stressed out many an Orlandoan, including any budding city planners who have to wonder if a roundabout or a full-fledged stoplight would serve better. Credit: Image via Google Maps
In any line at Halloween Horror Nights It’s been two hours. That next doorway has to be the entrance, right? RIGHT?! (It’s not.) Credit: Photo by Seth Kubersky
In the middle of Lake Eola when it starts to rain Swan boat rides are all fun and games until you’re victim to a sudden summer shower – or near hurricane-level storms, you never know what’s coming. Credit: Photo via Lake Eola Park/Facebook
The intersection of Turkey Lake Road and Sand Lake Road This cursed intersection is the most-hated place in Orlando by far. Across its seemingly endless expanse of always traffic-clogged lanes, misery is produced by the ton. Credit: Image via Google Maps
In an unshaded part of the line for Disney World’s Jungle Cruise You’ll have to face narrow, winding lines and unrelenting sun to ride this ride. But hey, at least the audio is fun. Credit: Photo via Disney World

The Winter Park Trader Joe’s parking lot

TJ’s have a nationwide rep for chaotic parking lots but this lot combines rabid fanbases of both the grocer and Shake Shack making for a particularly hellish stop along N. Orlando Ave. Credit: Image via Google Maps
Lake Baldwin Park without bug spray A summer afternoon in this situation may very well test your last nerve (and pain tolerance). Credit: Image via Google Maps
In the frame of literally everyone’s shot of the dragon in the Wizarding World How nice it is to know you’ll be forever immortalized in a stranger’s family photo album. Credit: Photo via Shutterstock
Waterford Lakes Target the week UCF classes start Charge right on out of there if you’re not in the market for dorm essentials and sets of plastic dinnerware. Credit: Image via Google Maps
The Ross across the parking lot from another Ross in Millenia Two of the same very store just a short walk away from each other. It’s like the house of mirrors of capitalism. Credit: Photo via Google Maps
The Orlando IKEA on a Saturday or Sunday At least the parking lot is big enough for an entire army. Credit: Image via Google Maps

Hot Dog Heaven on a Sunday

Hot Dog Heaven is in fact not open on Sundays and Mondays. You’ll have to find your dog fix elsewhere. Credit: Image via Google Maps
Reams Road This backroad might seem peaceful in pictures, but it turns into a madhouse during rush hour thanks to its proximity to the House of Mouse. Credit: Image via Google Maps
Stuck behind a school field trip at Icon Park This one may set your itinerary back a few. Credit: Photo via Icon Park/Facebook
Florida Mall Apple Store You may want to rethink bringing your broken phone here on a busy afternoon. It’ll be packed, and you also run the risk of getting lost in this labyrinth of a shopping mall. Credit: Photo via Google Maps

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The most miserable places in Orlando