If you know one thing about Orlando Florida, you know its the home of Walt Disney World Resort. While it is home to many other theme parks great and small, Orlando has much more to offer than just theme parks. Below is a detailed list of things you could do while there. If multiple things catch your eye, consider getting a City Pass or an All-Inclusive City Pass for additional discounts.
Disclaimer
Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.
Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.
I-Ride Trolley Hop-on Hop-off Pass
Purchase an Orlando I-Ride Trolley Pass to enjoy unlimited opportunities to hop-on & off at numerous attractions, restaurants, and shopping venues along the International Drive resort precinct.
Duration
1 - 14 days
Availability
Everyday from 8am - 10:30pm
Price
Starting from $6 - $20 per person depending on ticket length
Alternative
Historic Downtown Mount Dora Electric Cart Tour - $20 per person
Orlando Ghost Tour - $23 per person
Interactive Walking Ghost Tour - $77 per person
Orlando Half-Day Sightseeing Tour - $79 per person
Miami Excursion - $129 per person
Full-Day Manual Polaris Slingshot Adventure - $300 per person
Jororo Village 'Evolution Of The Weapon' Show
Discover how the Native American Jororo tribe created weapons with this ticket for the 'Evolution Of The Weapon' show at GoNativeNow in Kissimmee. See how weapons evolved with live demonstrations.
Duration
1 hour
Availability
Everyday at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm
Price
$44 per person
Alternative
St Augustine Day Trip - $85 per person
Nights Of Lights Celebration in St. Augustine - $99 per person
Chocolate Kingdom Factory Adventure Tour
Indulge your passion for all things chocolate on a 45-minute adventure tour at the Chocolate Kingdom in Orlando. Experience the only micro-batch chocolate factory and museum tour on the East Coast.
Duration
45 minutes
Availability
Everyday at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm
Price
$22 per person
Alternative
Flavors of ICON Park - Foodie Walking Tour - $71 per person
Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village - $89 per person
Medieval Times Dinner and Show
Celebrate with a 4-course medieval feast in an 11th-century European castle with a tournament, medieval artifacts and spectacular shining armor. Enjoy the live show of the six "Kings of the Realm".
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 5pm
Price
$76 per person
Alternative
The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show - $36 per person
Dinner Show with Comedy, Magic, Music and Stunts - $49 per person
Pirates Adventure Dinner Show with Drinks - $51 per person
Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner and Show - $70 per person
"Drawn to Life" Cirque du Soleil - $135 per person
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Bring out your inner astronaut and enjoy a full day of unique experiences at the world's most authentic space attraction - NASA's Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Duration
10 - 30 mins
Availability
Everyday from 9:30am - 5pm
Price
$80 per person
Alternative
Kennedy Space Center Admission with Explore Tour - $107 per person
Kennedy Space Center Tour with Transportation - $157 per person
Kennedy Space Center: Full-Day Tour with Airboat Safari Ride - $169 per person
Kennedy Space Center: Full-Day Tour & Chat with an Astronaut - $212 per person
Kennedy Space Center: Full-Day Tour, Transportaion & Chat with an Astronaut - $225 per person
Titanic Artifact Exhibition Ticket
Revisit the Titanic, the ill-fated ocean liner, at a stunning Orlando exhibition that features numerous galleries and interactive exhibits.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 10am - 5pm
Price
$26 per person
Alternative
Museum of Military History - $12 per person
Dezerland Auto Museum & Collection - $30 per person
Universal Studios Orlando
Enjoy access to Universal Studios Florida, Universal's Islands of Adventure, and Universal's Volcano Bay water theme park.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 9am - 9pm
Price
$125 per person
Alternative
Universal Orlando Park to Park Ticket - $174 per person
SeaWorld Orlando Park
Discover the world of aquatics at SeaWorld Orlando, the interactive park that lets you be a part of the action. Combine your adventure with a visit to Aquatica, Busch Gardens Tampa, or Adventure Island, with 2, 3 and unlimited park visit options.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 10am - 6pm
Price
Starting from $107 per person
Alternative
Aquatica Water Park - $53 per person
Island H2O Live - $65 per person
Discovery Cove
Head to Discovery Cove, a day resort that provides unique animal encounters. Enjoy the tropical atmosphere of this water park and gain access to additional parks with this 1-day admission ticket.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday at 11am - 6pm
Price
Starting from $250 per person
Alternative
3-Hour Manatee Encounter by Kayak - $80 per person
Swim with Manatees and Homosassa State Park - $99 per person
Manatees Swim, Snorkel and Boat Day Tour - $149 per person
Manatee Encounter, Snorkeling, and Airboat Ride - $150 per person
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
Enjoy the ultimate adventure for LEGO® fans and families with children ages 2-12. A 1-day or 2-day admission to LEGOLAND® Florida features over 50 rides, shows, and attractions just 45 minutes from Orlando theme parks.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 10am - 5pm
Price
Starting from $116 per person
Alternative
Crayola Experience - $31 per person
Madame Tussauds
Fame, fantasy, and fun are available for everyone at Madame Tussauds Orlando. Soar to save the day with the Justice League superheroes. Take that one small step on the moon with Neil Armstrong. Talk it up on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Only at Madame Tussauds Orlando can you take all the selfies you want, arm in arm with the celebrities, and make your Florida fantasies come to life.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday at 11am - 6pm
Price
$34 per person
Alternative
Museum of Illusions - $22 per person
WonderWorks Nighttime Entry - $24 per person
Wonder Works All Access - $29 per person
Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Aquarium Combo - $44 per person
The Wheel at Orlando ICON Park
Get your ticket to The Wheel at Orlando ICON Park and soar 400 feet (120 meters) into bright blue skies! Take a 25-minute spin in one of the 30 air-conditioned glass pods that can hold up to 14 people. From your spot on the East Coast’s tallest observation wheel, marvel at unobstructed views of the region's many lakes, coastline, and colorful theme parks. The Wheel at Orlando ICON Park is a portal to Wonderland.
Duration
30 mins
Availability
Everyday at 1pm
Price
$36 per person
Alternative
Orlando StarFlyer Swing Ride - $14 per person
Old Town Ferris Wheel, Attractions, and Dinner - $15 per person
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - $17 per person
Lost Caverns Adventure Golf - $29 per pair
The Wheel at Orlando ICON Park and Star Flyer Bundle - $41 per person
Tree Trek - $65 per person
Fun Spot America Theme Parks - $70 per person
Moose Lake Triple Cross Dune Buggy Adventure
Head into the trails through a lush forest on a fast-paced buggy adventure. Experience an exhilarating muddy and dirty ride in the northern woods of Moose Lake.
Duration
1hour
Availability
Wednesday - Monday at 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm
Price
$80 per person
Alternative
Andretti Indoor Karting - Starting from $30 per person
Single-Seat ATV Quad Bike Adventure - $150 per person
Zipline Over Florida Alligators at Gatorland
Enjoy 1,200 feet of high-flying adrenaline with this ticket for the zipline course at Gatorland in Orlando. Feel the thrill of soaring above Nile crocodiles and the alligator breeding marsh.
Duration
1.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:3pm
Price
$70 per person
Airboat Ride & Gem Mining Park
Venture beyond the theme parks, and see some of the Orlando area’s top attractions in one day, with this convenient, cost-effective package. Make your own way to the departure point in Kissimmee, hop aboard an airboat, and zip through the area’s waterways in search of alligators. Then, visit a Native American living history museum, and discover an interactive gem-mining experience. Finally, sit down to enjoy a hearty barbecue lunch.
Duration
2 - 3 hours
Availability
Everyday from 9am - 5:30pm
Price
$42 per person
Alternative
Wild Florida Park Entrance & Alligator Show - $15 per person
Gatorland Flashlight Tour at Night - $24 per person
Gatorland Admission - $32 per person
Everglades Airboat & Wildlife Park - $35 per person
Everglades Sunset Airboat Tour - $73 per person
Everglades Night Airboat Tour - $78 per person
All Inclusive Florida Everglades Airboat Tour + Wild Florida Day - $189 per person
Chain of Lakes Clear Kayak Paddle
Spend around two hours kayaking through the Winter Park Chain of Lakes with this private tour, led by a local guide. You'll hop in a clear kayak and head out to the Venetian-style canals, passing alongside beautiful homes and through lush natural areas full of local flora and fauna.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Everyday at 3:30pm
Price
$65 per person
Alternative
Bioluminescence Paddle - $64 per person
Sunset Clear Paddle Board or Clear Kayak - $65 per person
Dolphin and Manatee Stand Up Paddleboard Tour - $65 per person
Guided Cypress Forest Nature Kayak Tour - $69 per person
Clear Kayak Sunset Tour through Chain of Lakes - $70 per person
Clear Kayak Glow in the Dark Tour Through Winter Park - $70 per person
Wekiva River Guided Kayak Tour - $86 per person
Econlockhatchee River Kayak Tour - $86 per person
Pontoon Lake Tours - $105 per person
Jet Ski Rentals
If you’re looking for a great place to go jet skiing near Orlando, then East Lake Toho is a great choice. Enjoy a stress-free rental package that quickly gets you set up, as a driving and safety tutorial is included. No need to worry about running out of gas, as the jet ski is provided with a full tank, so you can get acquainted with your equipment, then set off and explore the beautiful scenery at your own pace.
Duration
1 - 4 hours
Availability
Everyday from 10am - 3pm
Price
Starting from $69 per person
Alternative
Jet Ski Rentals from Lake Buena Vista - $79 per person
Half Day Waterski, Wakeboard or Wakesurf Lesson - $190 per person
Waterski Wakeboard and Tubing Charter - $190 per group of 8
Private Sunset Sailing Trip on Lake Fairview
Enjoy a sailing tour on Lake Fairview at sunset. Climb aboard the 25ft MacGregor sailboat for an exclusive experience you won't soon forget.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm
Price
$89 per person
Alternative
Private 2-Hour Day Sailing Experience - $69 per person
Clearwater Beach Day Trip
Discover one of the most beautiful beaches in the United States on this day trip to Clearwater Beach from Orlando. Relax in the sun and swim in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico!
Duration
12 hours
Availability
Mondays and Thursdays at 8am
Price
$146 per person
Alternative
Clearwater Beach 2-Hour Dolphin Tour & Lunch - $95 per person
Day Trip to Clearwater with Sea Screamer Ride - $99 per person
Clearwater Beach Pirate Cruise with Lunch - $169 per person
iFLY Orlando
Defy gravity in a state-of-the-art wind tunnel at the iFLY in Orlando, and feel the thrill of a simulated skydive. Freefall for 2 minutes in safety, and experience the thrill of an indoor bodyflight.
Duration
1.5 hours
Availability
Everyday from 10am - 6:30pm
Price
$96 per person
Narrated Helicopter Flight Over Theme Parks
Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Orlando theme parks on a sightseeing helicopter flight. Take in the city sights in a specially designed helicopter offering 180-degree views from the sky.
Duration
10 - 30 mins
Availability
Everyday from 9:30am - 5pm
Price
Starting from $65 per person
Alternative
Theme Parks at Night Helicopter Flight - $125 per person
Drive-Thru Safari Park
Drive your own car through a safari park on a self-guided tour. See more than 100 exotic animals and native Florida wildlife.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Monday - Saturday from 9am - 5pm
Price
$34 per person
Alternative
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium - $34 per person
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - $36 per person
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