Location: Orlando
Top Things to do in Orlando
Things to do in Orlando, Florida (FL): The Best Rides & Activities
From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure. Spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at SeaWorld, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. For a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants.
Restaurants in Orlando
1. Soarin'
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 732 reviews
Reviewed By 646lorit - Dawsonville, United States
Soarin' is my favorite ride in EPCOT, and based on the excitement of guests coming off the ride, it seems to be a favorite of everyone. I watched as kids get off the ride and couldn't contain their excitement. Adults likewise were jabbering about their favorite scenes. I get motion sickness easily and cannot ride many of the rides at theme parks, but EPCOT does not bother me in the least. It is smooth and clear, so I just look straight ahead and I am fine. Hint: for the best view, ask the cast member if you can wait for the "top center" row, which is row 1 of gate B. You get a nice crisp view without the distraction of dangling legs. Another hint: If you have a larger backpack, just leave it in the marked off spaces at the end of the row rather than trying to fit it under the seat.
2. Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 482 reviews
Reviewed By 252ahsanm
One Of The Best Ride We Ever Had With Kids If You Guys Visit Animal Kingdom Must Be Go Asia Park and Ride This and After This Kali River
3. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 463 reviews
Reviewed By 416LynnS - League City, United States
Disclaimer -- I did not ride this ride as I didn't want to be sick the rest of the day. But my wife and boys (9 and 10) rode it. They LOVED it. This was probably their favorite ride at DHS and it was a toss up between this ride, Expedition Everest (Animal Kingdom) and Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom) as to their favorite ride. I advise getting a Fast Pass as the lines can grow quickly to two hours or more.
4. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 537 reviews
Reviewed By 180debrap - Saugus, United States
This is a great attraction at Hollywood Studios in Orlando,Florida. I would suggest getting a Fast Pass since the line can easily be over an hour I've been on this ride dozens of times, and I love the free-fall experience. While you are on the ride, there is a show happening at the same time - so if people are sitting in front of you with their hands in the air, you will miss some of the show. This attraction is similar to Guardians of the Galaxy in the California Adventure in Anaheim, California. This is one of my favorite rides/attractions at Disney. This attraction is right next to Rock-N-Roll roller-coaster, another must-see attraction. There is also a great place to get ice cream near this attraction.
5. Epcot World Showcase
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12,401 reviews
Reviewed By antoniowinter - Belo Horizonte, Brazil
One of the best parks for adults !!! Simply amazing!! Toys like attractions and toys like Fast Track, Spaceship Earth, Soarin 'Around the World and Mission: SPACE are the best!
6. Wild Africa Trek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Join the ultimate animal adventure! Journey deep into Pangani Forest on a thrilling, privately guided expedition featuring close encounters with exotic wildlife species. Get closer than you ever dreamed possible to Nile crocodiles and massive hippos. Venture on to a VIP safari across an open savanna teeming with native African creatures!Once-In-A-Lifetime ExperiencesDozens of massive Nile crocodiles patrol the jungle riverbed. Mammoth hippos move deftly underwater. You are there to see it all!Adventurers are fitted with an expedition harness that attaches to an overhead track. Once your group reaches the riverbank, get a stunning look at the hippos, just 10 feet below. After a seemingly precarious trek across a rope bridge dangling over a throng of enormous crocodiles, experience another unbelievable view as you hang over the crocs' riverbed lair!VIP SafariEnjoy a brief hike onto a sweeping African savanna for a VIP safari, including a visit to an exclusive safari camp with incredible views of everything from towering giraffe to powerful rhinos.True Life-AdventureWild Africa Trek is a jaw-dropping journey only a few Guests get to experience. The expedition is a true encounter with African creatures in their native habitat. Come with us on this Disney True-Life Adventure!PhotographyA Disney photographer captures your experiences along the way. When you return home from your visit to Walt Disney World Resort, you'll receive a photo CD in the mail, so you can relive your wild adventure again and again. Photo CD is included in the cost of the tour.
Reviewed By VeronicaL292
Wonderful up-close experience like on a real safari! Our quides were excellent; knowledgeable, patient, and extremely safety conscious. Walking across the rope bridges was a special experience! Good for all ages; well worth the extra money.
7. ICON Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,656 reviews
ICON Park is a 20-acre, open-air, gate free entertainment destination with plenty of space for you to spread out and practice social distancing. The perfect place to ride, dine, drink and explore. Located in the heart of Orlando’s International Drive, ICON Park offers more than 40 amazing restaurants, funky bars, boutique shops and can’t-miss attractions, all anchored by The Wheel, a jaw-dropping observation wheel that stands 400 feet – 40 stories – in the air. Visit other attractions including SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, Madame Tussauds Orlando, Arcade City and Orlando StarFlyer. ICON Park also offers a diverse mix of restaurants for lunch, dinner and late-night bites that satisfy a wide variety of flavors and cuisine. Find a unique collection of shopping and dining kiosks and explore each location as you stroll under the festoon lights along the brick promenade.
Reviewed By FoxyGrace - Federal Heights, United States
The Icon big wheel, 480 feet blue spending ride, Madame Tussauds, small train, awesome hand drawing artist, and a unique gift shops are amazing here. We have not check out everything. However, there are some restaurants and bars, ice cream stores, also 7D rides, scalerten museum and aquarium here as well.
8. Haunted Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 427 reviews
Reviewed By Vacation_Commander - Muncie, United States
This is such a Disney classic and an attraction that we always ride multiple times when we visit! The kids are huge Halloween fans, so this is extra fun for the whole family!
9. Mickey's PhilharMagic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By AngieG742
A 4D show featuring the main Disney characters. Follow Donald Duck as he interacts with other Disney characters such as Aladdin and Jasmin, samba and Lumiere and sing along to all the classic Disney songs. A great way to avoid the inevitable showers in Florida.
10. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 373 reviews
Reviewed By Mark_CA0809 - Palmyra, United States
I love Thunder Mountain. Was always too scared to tried it as a young child and over the years, coming back to Disney as an adult, fell in love with the ride. Got to take my 3 year old son for his first ride and he loved it! Months later, he still makes references to it and how much fun it was. FYI for riders...I'm a bigger guy and had no issue fitting into the ride. The one issue was the lap bar. Since my son was pretty small at 3, the lap bar wouldn't go down to his legs because of my stomach. It left a few inch gap between his legs and the lap bar. I had him sit right next to me and put my arm around him to keep him from bouncing around too much. He was fine and as I stated above, loved the ride. Just a heads up as it was something I was wondering about before our trip.
