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Guide to Shopping at Orlando Airport (MCO)

Quick Questions about Stores at MCO

Can I buy last-minute park souvenirs?

Yes. Before security in Terminals A and B there are Magic of Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and Epic Universe stores, and Terminal C has the Walt Disney World Store, Universal and SeaWorld after security. Expect higher prices than at the parks' own shopping areas.

Are there 24-hour stores?

Only vending machines: LEGO and sound accessories in several gate areas, Kylie Cosmetics at gates 70–99, and Eola Market (snacks) in Terminal C's rental car lobby. Staffed stores close at night.

Where is the duty-free?

3Sixty Duty Free has two stores: gates 70–99 and the Palm Court in Terminal C. Both open at 5:30 am and close with the last international flight.

Which gate area has the fewest shops?

Gates 30–59 (Airside 3). Recent reviews describe a few newsstands with half-empty shelves during the renovation works. Terminal C has the widest and most consistent selection after security.

Critical Points: Smart Traveler's Manual

Stores in transition

The airport is replacing many stores: several brands left in 2026 and new ones, some still without published hours, are opening.

💡 Suggestion: do not count on a specific store after security; if you need something, buy it in the public area.

Prices above the parks

Souvenirs and apparel are expensive: one recent review mentions basic sweatshirts at USD 40–50.

💡 Suggestion: if your budget is tight, buy souvenirs before you get to the airport.

Check the price first

Earlier reviews reported products without visible prices at some newsstands.

💡 Suggestion: confirm the price before going to the register.

Pros and Cons of Shopping at MCO

  • Pros:
  • Theme park stores: Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and Epic Universe in one place.
  • Terminal C: a wide, modern selection after security, including duty-free and local artists.
  • 24-hour vending: LEGO, audio accessories and cosmetics at any hour.
  • Cons:
  • High prices: above the parks and outside stores.
  • Gates 30–59: few shops and poorly stocked shelves during the works.
  • Staffed stores close at night: only vending machines remain.

What Travelers Say about Shopping at MCO

User experience:

  • The themed stores are the most valued option for last-minute gifts for family and friends.
  • Terminal C is described as having more shops, all of them open and well distributed.
  • In the gate areas of Terminals A and B, especially gates 30–59, travelers find few stores and shelves only partly stocked.
  • Prices are a recurring complaint, especially for apparel and souvenirs.

Strategy: shop for gifts in the public area of Terminals A and B or in Terminal C, and keep the receipt in case you need to return an electronic product.

If you want to relax before your flight, XpresSpa (gates 30–59) offers massages and spa services.

The list below follows the airport's official shopping guide (September 2026). Opening hours can change without notice, and the airport does not publish them for every store.

Terminals A and B – Before Security

A photograph captures a Brookstone store in a shopping area, where a middle-aged couple is browsing massage devices at a display near the entrance.

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  • CITY OF LIGHT
    Location: East Hall.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.
  • EPIC UNIVERSE
    Location: East Hall.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Apparel, souvenirs and toys.
  • INMOTION
    Location: South Walk.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Electronics.
  • JOHNSTON & MURPHY
    Location: South Walk.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Shoes and apparel.
  • LIDS
    Location: North Walk.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Caps and sportswear.
  • MAGIC OF DISNEY (2 locations)
    Location: East and West Halls.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Disney-themed gifts.
  • ORLANDO MARKET
    Location: West Hall.
    Hours: 4:30 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: News and gifts.
  • SEAWORLD
    Location: East Hall.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: SeaWorld-themed items.
  • THE NEIGHBORHOOD
    Location: North Walk.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Local gifts.
  • UNIVERSAL STUDIOS STORE (2 locations)
    Location: East and West Halls.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Universal Orlando-themed gifts.

Airside 1 – Gates 1–29

A digital photograph captures a Hudson News store at the airport, with a couple standing in front browsing travel magazines and plush toys, while other travelers shop inside.
  • HUDSON NEWS & GIFT
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 4:30 am – last flight.
    Type: News, snacks and gifts.
  • LEGO AND SOUND (vending)
    Location: Gates 23–25.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: LEGO and audio accessories.
  • MINT
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Jewelry.
  • SHOP ALL FANS (vending)
    Location: Gates 1–29.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Sports team merchandise.

Airside 3 – Gates 30–59

  • CIBO NEWS (2 locations)
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: News, snacks and travel essentials.
  • MYSTIC SILVER
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Jewelry.
  • NATALIE'S CANDY JAR
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Candy.
  • SHOP ALL FANS (vending)
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Sports team merchandise.
  • SOUND / LEGO (vending)
    Location: Gates 40–49.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: LEGO and audio accessories.
  • XPRESSPA
    Location: Gates 30–59.
    Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Spa and massages.

Airside 4 – Gates 70–99

  • 3SIXTY DUTY FREE
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 5:30 am – last international flight.
    Type: Duty-free.
  • BLOSSOM
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Hair accessories.
  • CITY PHENOMENAL
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Gifts and apparel.
  • CITY VISTA
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.
  • INTERNATIONAL ESSENCE
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Jewelry, gifts and souvenirs.
  • KYLIE COSMETICS (vending)
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: Cosmetics.
  • LICORICE (vending)
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Candy.
  • NATALIE'S CANDY JAR
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Candy.
  • SHOP ALL FANS (vending)
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Sports team merchandise.
  • SOUND (vending)
    Location: Gates 70–79.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: Audio accessories.
  • THE BEAD FACTORY
    Location: Gates 70–99.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Jewelry.

Airside 2 – Gates 100–129

A couple browsing sunglasses at the Sunglass Hut store inside the airport
  • BLOSSOM
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Hair accessories.
  • CITY BEAUTIFUL
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.
  • CITY VISTA
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.
  • INMOTION
    Location: Near gate 120.
    Hours: 5:00 am – 9:00 pm.
    Type: Electronics.
  • SHOP ALL FANS (vending)
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Sports team merchandise.
  • SOUND / LEGO (vending)
    Location: Gate 102.
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: LEGO and audio accessories.
  • STEPPIN UP
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.
  • THE BEAD FACTORY
    Location: Gates 100–129.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm.
    Type: Jewelry.

Terminal C – Before Security

  • EOLA MARKET (vending)
    Location: Rental car lobby (Level 4).
    Hours: 24 hours.
    Type: Snacks and drinks.
  • GATLIN TRADE
    Location: Domestic baggage claim (Level 6).
    Hours: 8:00 am – last flight.
    Type: Grab-and-go items.
  • THE SCOOP
    Location: Check-in area.
    Hours: Not published.
    Type: Store.

Terminal C – After Security

A couple browsing merchandise inside the Magic of Disney store at the airport, surrounded by colorful displays of Disney-themed clothing, toys, and decorations.
  • 3SIXTY DUTY FREE
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 5:30 am – last international flight.
    Type: Duty-free.
  • BRIGHTON
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 7:00 am – last international flight.
    Type: Women's accessories.
  • CITY ARTS MARKET
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:30 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Products by local artists.
  • MAIN STREET MARKET
    Location: Gates C230–C239.
    Hours: 4:30 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: News and gifts.
  • SEAWORLD
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: SeaWorld-themed items.
  • SUNGLASS HUT
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 7:00 am – last international flight.
    Type: Sunglasses.
  • THE NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET & GOODS
    Location: Gates C230–C254.
    Hours: 6:00 am – 11:00 pm.
    Type: Travel essentials.
  • THE WALT DISNEY WORLD STORE
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Disney-themed gifts.
  • TRIPADVISOR
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 4:00 am – last flight.
    Type: News and gifts.
  • UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
    Location: Palm Court.
    Hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm.
    Type: Universal Orlando-themed gifts.
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