Top Orlando Bus Tours

There’s more to Orlando than theme parks. Discover the city of Orlando and the surrounding region on this full-day sightseeing bus tour and boat cruise. Learn about the history of Orlando. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the lakes and canals of historic Winter Park, the self-proclaimed ‘Venice of America.’ See the downtown highlights around Lake Eola and browse the boutiques and specialty stores on Park Avenue. Select Orlando area pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the greatest space adventure on Earth at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Choose from several tour options. Walk under the largest rocket ever flown. Take a virtual moon walk. Meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Stand nose-to-nose with Space Shuttle Atlantis and try the thrilling Shuttle Launch Experience. Explore all the fascinating interactive exhibits and check out awe-inspiring 3D films. Upgrade for a 30-minute airboat ride on the St. Johns River or add the Ultimate Space Experience and enjoy lunch with an astronaut plus an in-depth, up-close bus tour.

Explore the manatee capital of the world – Crystal river by boat, followed by an amazing airboat adventure! Discover Florida’s lush scenery and unique wildlife on this immersive, full-day tour. First, head to the Crystal River area of the Gulf Coast—one of the only places in the U.S. where it’s legal to swim and snorkel with manatees. If you select the full tour (operating Monday, Wednesday and Friday) then after your Manatee swim, you will encounter other local wildlife, including alligators, flamingos and more at Homosassa Springs State Park. Finally, cap off your day with an airboat tour of the Withlacoochee River.

Escape from the hustle and commotion of the theme parks on this day trip from Orlando to Clearwater Beach. There are plenty of options for relaxation and fun in the sun. Choose to go deep-sea fishing, relax on the pristine sands of Clearwater Beach, ride on a pirate ship, go dolphin-watching, and more. The choice is yours.

Get a look at the creatures of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans with pre-purchased admission to SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium. You'll be immersed in an underwater world of more than 5,000 fish, marine mammals, and more, from sharks to jellyfish. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to a 2- or 3-attraction pass to visit other Orlando attractions as well.

See magical Orlando from a unique perspective in a helicopter. Get a bird’s eye view of the theme parks, the Orlando Eye, the Florida sunset, or even catch some fireworks on your sightseeing chopper tour. The pilot’s commentary will fill you in on all the details of the sights of the city, making this ride one of the highlights of your trip.

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.

Step back in time with a visit to enchanting St Augustine — one of America’s oldest towns — on this full-day tour from Orlando. This 10-hour excursion arrives in St Augustine by mid-morning, giving you hours to spend on your favorite activities. Stroll along cobbled pathways, admire Spanish Colonial architecture, indulge in delicious seafood at a waterside restaurant, see historic landmarks, and add on an optional sightseeing cruise or trolley tour.

Visit the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral with an express bus shuttle service that includes a tour guide who will provide you all the details to ensure you have a great day at the visitor center. Your admission ticket also grants access to the space simulator Shuttle Launch Experience, an IMAX film screening, the rocket garden, and the Space Shuttle Atlantis. Skip the hassles of driving and parking with direct round-trip transportation provided from ICON 360 Plaza in Orlando.

Spend a day with central Florida’s manatees on this guided cruise and wildlife park adventure. Begin with a boat ride on the Crystal River, home of the manatee. Snorkel near these gentle giants, then enjoy the afternoon at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. This is one of the best places in the state to watch manatees, as well as other animals, like bears, panthers, and alligators in their natural environment. An airboat tour on the Withlacoochee River and lunch is also included.

Central Florida is no stranger to unique experiences and this tour allows you to combine two interesting activities into one unforgettable day. First, you’ll join your guide for an exciting airboat tour on the St. Johns River. This waterway is home to Florida’s original locals like turtles, birds, and alligators. Then, you’ll take a private car ride to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex where you’ll spend the rest of the day learning about NASA’s history.

Enjoy photo stops by the launch pads and the vehicle assembly building, touch a moon rock and ride the shuttle launch experience simulator on this small-group tour at the Kennedy Space Center. Learn about the science and history of the space program from your tour guide on the ride from Orlando. Upon arrival, start with a rocket garden tour before heading off on a special KSC Explore Bus tour to see the special parts of the NASA working space flight facility, then explore on your own time for the rest of your time there. Round-trip transportation from the Orlando area means no need to rent a car.

Immerse yourself in all things space center, and even have the chance to meet a NASA astronaut for a little chat. This is a group tour, so you’ll keep costs down, but still have an intimate time exploring the space center. Round-trip transport is provided from Orlando to keep things simple. Just be ready for pickup at your hotel for an exciting day out at the Kennedy Space Center.

Every Florida vacation needs a beach day. Relax and enjoy the 2-hour chauffeured drive to Clearwater from Orlando. You’ll have several hours of free time to swim in the Gulf of Mexico, sunbathe, take a walk on the promenade, or people-watch on the pier. Choose the lunch option for a voucher to a local cafe. The tour provides a good combination of group interaction and free time.

Get the full Kennedy Space Center Experience with this deluxe 10-hour package from Orlando, including a chat with an astronaut. Explore the space center and get up close to the Space Shuttle Atlantis. Enjoy snacks and drinks and watch a presentation from an astronaut, followed by an opportunity for photos and autographs. All activities and round-trip transportation from select Orlando hotels are included.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Orlando for a day of relaxation and wildlife spotting at Clearwater Beach. Avoid the decision fatigue of searching for somewhere to eat as lunch is included at a beachside restaurant. After lunch, go on a narrated speedboat tour to look for bottlenose dolphins in their national habitat.

A string of fun activities and site visits makes up this action-packed day tour of Orlando. First up: a drive around Lake Eola and through downtown Orlando. Then it’s off to Winter Park for a boat ride on the waterway. Enjoy free time to shop and dine on Park Avenue, and take a quick spin though Disney Springs. Top off the day with a ride on the ICON Orlando, a 400-feet-tall observation wheel.

Cruise the waters off the coast of Clearwater Beach on this full-day adventure from Orlando. Climb aboard the Sea Screamer, the largest speedboat on the east coast of the USA, and head out to the Gulf of Mexico. Watch for dolphins and other marine wildlife on this thrilling 1-hour ride. As an added option, spend part of the day exploring Clearwater Beach, featuring lunch at a local restaurant. Orlando hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore outer space and the South Florida swamp during this 10-hour trip from Orlando. At the Kennedy Space Center, meet an astronaut, then go on to explore the visitor complex and hear about the United States' space travel history. Then hop on an airboat for a 30-min ride up the St Johns River. Glide across the surface of the swamp, watching out for local plant and animal life along the way. All entrance fees, activities and round-trip transportation from select Orlando hotels are included.

See Florida wildlife in its natural habitat, and go on a thrilling airboat tour in the Everglades. With this package, get round-trip transportation from your Orlando-area hotel to the destination. Then, set out on the airboat, searching for alligators, birds, and more. Enjoy an included BBQ basket lunch during your adventure.

Spend the day at the beach with this full-day tour to Clearwater Beach from Orlando. Choose from three pickup points in Orlando and travel to Clearwater Beach with a professional driver-guide. Look for dolphins on a speed boat dolphin tour (own expense) and enjoy free time at Clearwater Beach before returning to Orlando.

Escape to one of Florida’s loveliest beaches—and bring the whole family along—on this full-day trip to Clearwater Beach from the Orlando area. Following morning pickup, head to the beach and enjoy free time to soak up the white-sand scenery and warm waves. Then, hop aboard a replica pirate ship: you’ll float along the Gulf of Mexico, can enjoy kid-friendly games and activities as you go, and enjoy drinks on board.

Explore the Central Florida Everglades on this thrilling airboat ride from Kissimmee. Feel the wind blow through your hair as you travel at speeds up to 40 mph (64 kph). See the state’s wildlife including alligators and turtles along the way. Following that, visit the nearby Native American village to learn how tribes survived in the wetlands, and try your luck at a gem mining experience.