Best Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions for Adults (2024)

Thrills for adults continue beyond our theme parks at unforgettable Orlando attractions for adults throughout the area.

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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

Adjacent to International Drive, aka I-Drive, features multilevel, indoor karting, plus 12 lanes of retro-chic bowling, more than 120 arcade and prize games, a two-level laser tag arena, a ropes course and zip line, gourmet food, and two full bars.

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Axecelsior Axe Throwing

One of many indoor attractions at Dezerland Park,Axecelsior Axe Throwing offers traditional-style scoring targets for competitive throwers plus unexpected surprises like moving targets, end-grain wood and a robust mix of games, and even safety axes for kids.

Beer Spa

New to the International Drive district, Beer Spa stays true to its name by serving frosty mugs of local brews as you unwind in their signature beer-soak hot tubs. The latter get filled with beer’s main ingredients — water, hops, malt and brewer’s yeast — which helps to relax tight muscles, purify the skin, lock in moisture and reduce stress. Admission also includes unlimited beer from self-service taps located right next to your tub.

Dezerland Park

In addition to Axecelsior, Orlando’s largest indoor entertainment center hosts numerous other attractions perfect for adults, including Orlando Auto Museum, Bowling Orlando, The Pinball Palace, Arcade Orlando, Karting Orlando and Jump Start Trampoline Park, with more on the way.

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Drive Shack Orlando

Offering an innovative take on golf in Lake Nona, a future-facing community close to Orlando International Airport, Drive Shack features fun games like Monster Hunt, where you destroy monsters to save a princess, and ShackJack, which is based on classic blackjack.

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Escape Rooms

Orlando offers several attractions where you and your companions work against time to escape from any number of challenging situations. They includeThe Escape Game Orlando(get discount tickets) andEscapology, among others.

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Gatorland

One of Orlando’s longest-running attractions, Gatorland gives you the chance to see thousands of alligators and crocodiles, plus an aviary, breeding marsh, Florida panthers, nature walk and their signature reptilian shows, all about 20 minutes from I-Drive. Two of its add-on attractions are also ideal for adults, including the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line and Stompin’ Gator Off-Road Adventure.

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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Explore the past, present and future of space exploration at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, located about an hour east of Orlando’s tourism districts.

Kings Dining & Entertainment

In addition to bowling, on International Drive has billiards, ping pong and an outdoor bocce ball court, plus food, drink and much more.

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Lake Eola Swan Boats

To hear some locals tell it, you haven’t really experienced Orlando until you’ve taken one of these beauties for a spin. What’s more, the swan boats and their dock benefited from a refresh in early 2022. You’ll find Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando.

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Madame Tussauds Orlando

Rub shoulders with highly detailed wax versions of A-listers from movies, music, sports, history and more — including DC Entertainment’s Justice League — at Madame Tussauds Orlando, located at ICON Park^® on International Drive.

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Main Event Entertainment Orlando

Part of Pointe Orlando on I-Drive, Main Event Entertainment features an indoor ropes adventure course, virtual and interactive gaming, billiards, big-screen TVs, state-of-the-art bowling, dining, and a full bar.

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Museum of Illusions Orlando

With more than 50 exhibits, Museum of Illusions offers hours of mind-twisting, eye-tricking fun at ICON Park.

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Topgolf Orlando

Just off International Drive, discover a fresh way to enjoy golf at Topgolf Orlando with climate-controlled driving bays, a high-tech scoring system, and expansive food and drink menus.

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The Orlando Eye at ICON PARK®

The Orlando Eyeat ICON Park on I-Drive is the tallest observation wheel on the United States’ east coast, offering relaxing, air-conditioned rides to a height of 400 feet with unbeatable views of the surrounding area — not to mention one-of-a-kind selfie opportunities.

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