Endless Fun at ICON Park Orlando, FL

Endless Fun at ICON Park Orlando, FL

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The never-remarkable American town of Orlando blossomed before our eyes when, in 1971, the first amusement park for the whole family was established here.

Since then, the city has been synonymous with fun, attractions, and magic.

Adults and children from all over the

world are drawn to Orlando

for new experiences, for meeting the heroes of their favorite movies, and for visiting incredible attractions of all kinds of directions and subjects.

I can say that

Orlando

is a children’s analogue of Las Vegas.

Instead of casinos, bars, and dance shows, here you will see puppets, rides, and ice cream parlors.

Of course, it is simply impossible to visit all the

amusement parks in Orlando

in one visit, unless you stay here for a month.

Yes, it is not necessary; impressions will be smeared.

It is better to come here time after time, anticipating a meeting with new heroes, new slides, new zombies, etc.

Today, as you already understood, our concentration will be on Icon Park.

Things to Do in Icon Park Orlando: Top Rides in Icon Park

In Icon Park, there are three attractions under one roof: the Ferris wheel, the Madame Tussauds wax museum, and the aquarium.

You can buy a ticket to each place separately, and if you choose two out of three or all three, then a discount is offered.

And if before that you visit the local tourist center (10 minutes walk from here), then they will give you an even bigger discount, in my opinion, 20 dollars.

As for the slides and rides that are in all parts of the park, they really give a powerful adrenaline rush.

Orlando knows how to tickle your nerves.

This is Florida, where many people go skydiving before breakfast.

To surprise and shock such people, you need to create something special.

Amusement parks in Orlando can shock anyone.

Endless Fun at ICON Park Orlando, FL

Endless Fun at ICON Park

Orlando, FL

Thrill seekers will especially enjoy the Orlando FreeFall and Orlando Slingshot rides.

By the way, the height of the Orlando Free Fall Tower is a record 427 feet!

Gamers will definitely be interested in the huge slot machine hall in ICON Park in the Game.

And also the Mirror Maze and virtual skirmish in 7D Motion Theater.

I was amused by the observation wheel, which is super.

I have not seen such huge ones in my life, and I have not seen them anywhere else.

The undoubted favorite among ICON Park guests and its main attraction is The Wheel.

The Wheel is considered the tallest on the East Coast of the United States, with a viewing range of about 50 miles.

From its summit, you have stunning views of the city as well as the many nature reserves and lakes of Orlando.

If you arrive at the right time, you can even see fireworks at

Walt Disney World

and Universal.

The ride on the wheel lasts about 23 minutes, and each capsule can accommodate up to 10 people.

Sea Life Aquarium

Do not forget about the special climate of Florida; summer reigns here all year round.

Therefore, several water parks are open in Orlando at once, giving billions of splashes, tons of fun, and a charge of good mood for the year ahead.

As for the oceanarium in Icon Park, it is small and boring.

It was crowded, noisy, and dirty, and some of the fish were sick.

It’s better to pay attention to different places like SeaWorld.

One of the most exciting is

Sea World

, where you can not only see amazing underwater inhabitants but also swim with them in a special pool.

Spectacular shows are also held here with the participation of

dolphins

, fur seals, killer whales, and even walruses.

You probably don’t even suspect what these funny mammals can do.

Do You Have to Pay to Walk Around ICON Park?

No.

The entrance to Icon Park is always free.

The park is open to everyone, even visitors with dogs, from 10:00 to 02:00.

Is Icon Park Near Disney World?

Yes.

Icon Park is an open-air amusement park with an area of more than 8 hectares.

It is located on International Drive, one of the main streets of Orlando, just a couple of miles from the Universal Orlando Resort.

If you want to get to know the city better, then this is a great place to explore it.

Endless Fun at ICON Park Orlando, FL

Endless Fun at ICON Park Orlando, FL

Just Steps Away from “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!”

Museum Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

is, in fact, a collection of strange and amazing curiosities from around the world, collected with a sense of humor with the addition of scarecrows, horror stories, and, of course, attractions for museum guests.

The museum “Believe it or not!” in Orlando is larger than the similar museum in London.

Not to list everything that can be seen in the museum, here you can find completely unexpected funny things, from wax masks of famous people and natives to a piece of the

Berlin

Wall…

“Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” in Orlando is one of the museums owned by the entertainment

empire Ripley Entertainment

, which includes more than 30 museums around the world.

The Robert Ripley Museum in Orlando is open from 9:00 a.

m.

to 11:00 p.

m.

daily.

Entrance ticket to Ripley’s Believe it or Not!

costs $19.

99 + tax for an adult, $13.

99 + tax for a child 4–11 years old, and is free for children under 3 years old.


It’s convenient to buy entrance tickets to Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

online and, of course, follow seasonal discounts.

And there is free parking for museum guests.

The Best Shops in Orlando at ICON Park

There are several shops in ICON Park that sell everything from gifts to fashionable sunglasses.

As you visit each location while strolling along the brick promenade of ICON Park, you will be delighted by the diverse selection of dining and shopping options.

Please pay attention to opening hours, as most shops open after 10 a.

m.

, so if you are an early bird, you can find other activities to visit when they open.

Shops include a coffee shop, restaurants (tapas, American food, fish and chips), a virtual reality store, and gift shops.

Restaurants in Icon Park, Orlando

If you are tired and want to grab a bite to eat, then ICON Park has an excellent selection of 40 restaurants and eateries.

There are big chains here like Buffalo Wild Wings, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Outback Steakhouse, Cold Stone Creamery, and Ben and Jerry’s.

Tin Roof and Ole Red Orlando are the most popular due to their delicious food and bar, as well as the fun atmosphere and some of the best live music in the area.

At the Ferris wheel, you can easily find the Wheel House Market, which sells street food for every taste, from the standard burger and pizza to the spiciest Mexican tacos of your life.

It is not forbidden to have a normal homemade snack with you in case of a long line.

Take a shaker with salad and sandwiches.

Be sure to take bottles of drinking water.

Wet wipes and toilet paper, just in case, should be put in a compact travel bag.

It will be right to take the necessary medicines, bandages, antipyretics, and sunscreen.

Wear comfortable athletic shoes.

Do not wear flowing outfits so as not to catch parts of the costume on the moving parts of the rides.

Sunglasses, panamas, shoulder capes from the sun—you are ready for adventure!

Parking at ICON Park

It was surprisingly hard to find free parking; signs could be better.

Well, remember that free parking is located in a large multi-story garage above the 4th floor.

Access is a direct passage to all ICON Park facilities.

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Born & raised amidst the gators and orange groves of Florida, I’ve waded through the Everglades and braved the dizzying heights of Orlando’s roller coasters.

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