ORLANDO
Orlando’s best days out.
The 15 most popular guided tours around Orlando, from glass-bottom kayak runs to airboat rides and the Space Coast.
Kennedy Space Center with the Explore Bus Tour: skip lines, ride with a space expert, stop at major launch-site icons, plus exhibits.
Most Popular“Really impressive. The extended tour is a must to get to see the VAB and the most famous launch pads in the world. The space shuttle reveal is jaw dropping!!!”
Airboat ride through 4,200 acres of wetlands plus Wild Florida admission with 200+ animals, optional BBQ lunch, and gator souvenirs.
“It was a great experience. Our guide Alex was very knowledgeable and made our experience a lot of fun. The animal park is good for the whole family.”
Clear-bottom kayak through Rock Springs Emerald Cut near Orlando with a small-group guide, wildlife spotting, and spring-water swim.
“This was a good experience. Jacob was a fantastic guide. Made the most of a few obstacles from downed trees and the like. Not his fault, or controllable at all. We managed to see some wild life, and make our way all the way to the top of the spring. The only cause for the…”
90-minute Everglades airboat tour near Orlando with captain narration, stadium seating, and great chances to spot alligators and birds.
“Love it... Taylor was so friendly and informative he made sure everyone got to take there pictures . My husband loved it .He's never been on a air boat ride before”
Wizard of Oz Museum and Van Gogh near NASA in Cape Canaveral. See a 1900 first edition, 2,000+ collectibles, and fun challenges.
“I think just seeing all the beautiful things, reading the history of the many different versions of the wizard of oz story. I have always enjoyed the movie but of course my favorite is with Judy Garland, she was the best because she brought the character to life for me.”
Ride the Banana River eco tour from Cocoa Beach for dolphin and manatee spotting, narrated by a naturalist, with a restroom on board.
“Great trip. The guides were fantastic and made the trip. Great bird viewing and lots of dolphins to look at”
Paddle a glass-bottom kayak on Rainbow Springs with a small guide-led group. See fish, turtles, otters, and more in clear water.
“Our tour guide Andres made this experience as good as it possibly could have been!! The springs were beautiful.. Andres was super patient, kind, knowledgeable, and just literally the perfect person for this job, truly. 10/10 recommend. Andres, the venmo name I typed in didn't work, if you see this, get a hold of me??…”
Kayak Cocoa Beach’s Thousand Islands mangrove tunnels with a small guide, spotting manatees and dolphins. Gear and photos included.
“It was super fun. James was our tour guide and he was able to answer all our questions about the wildlife and he was funny.”
Kayak Cocoa Beach mangrove tunnels for manatees and dolphins. Small groups, guided paddle, single or tandem kayaks, about 2 hours.
“We had a fun time w/ Makayla as our guide through the 1000 islands in Cocoa Beach! Makayla was professional, kind and knowledgeable. We saw a lot of cool birds, no sea life other than a lot of mullet and possibly a manatee from afar, but overall the experience was cool and I would recommend.”
Paddle at night near Cocoa Beach to see bioluminescent dinoflagellates or comb jellies with a guided kayak tour and PFDs included.
“The tour communicated well, and the guides were professional and friendly. However, the time of year (mid-late December) was bad for bioluminescence, and they didn’t have enough nets for all.l the boats to really get the full experience. The location they picked had a lot of local light pollution, so it wasn’t great either for…”
A 2-hour interactive ghost hunt in downtown Orlando. Walk historic streets, enter haunted buildings, use K2 meters, and get photos.
“Interesting history of Orlando and its downtown area, it’s old buildings and the ghosts attached to them!”
Treetop Express near Orlando: five zip line flights, two sky bridges, and a fast Gator Lake finale. Intro + practice included.
“Loved the experience but we booked for the Wednesday and found out before we left they are closed on a Monday & Wednesday so had to change our day ! It’s didn’t stop us enjoying our experience!”
Paddle through the Banana River at night and watch plankton glow in the dark on a small-group bioluminescence kayak tour.
“The tour and tour guides were AWESOME! What a great experience. We had to wait out the wind but got to see a rocket launch while we waited. Highly recommend for families.”
Glass-bottom kayaking at Silver Springs with a small group and guided paddle training. Wildlife spotting on clear water. Park fees extra.
“It wasn’t manatee season but the springs were beautiful clean relaxing Great guide Josh! Even showed up with a sprained ankle and powered through! Very knowledgeable”
A 2-hour Gypsy Vanner horse farm tour in Ocala with Dennis Thompson’s story, a slow walk under oaks and Spanish moss, and a photo stop.
“Ask to pet the horses but you can love all over the donkeys! So gentle! Also have a new appreciation for the Gypsy lifestyle.”
From the springs to the Space Coast, and every way to spend the day.
