Top Orlando Historical Tours

Visit a landmark of space exploration with admission to the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, the launch site for some of America’s most important missions. Your ticket to the Kennedy Space Center includes access to the Space Shuttle 'Atlantis,' a bus tour of the grounds, an astronaut encounter, and the chance to try a shuttle simulator and virtual moonwalk.

Take a break from the theme parks and head up to downtown Orlando to learn about the city and its history with this self-guided tour. Simply download an app and head downtown, where you can explore independently, and at your own pace, without the need to rush after a tour guide.

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.

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.

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.

Swap crowded bus tours for a much more intimate safari experience—a self-guided tour where you can drive your own vehicle through the Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari Park. During the ride, look out for over 100 animals—including zebras, white-tailed deer, and bison. There's also a huge pond that's home to alligators, and an area where you can hand-feed giraffes.

See life-size figures of your favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds Orlando with this pre-purchased admission. Inside the wax museum, you can pose for photos with more than 200 lifelike models of A-list actors, sports stars, political figures, and more. Sit on stage with Oprah, take a seat at Barack Obama's desk, or swing a golf club with Tiger Woods. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to a 2- or 3-attraction pass to visit other Orlando attractions at the same location.

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.

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.

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.

If you fancy something different to traditional sightseeing tours, then this is it. As you stroll through the historic streets of downtown Sanford, hear stories about spooky events and haunted sites that are often overlooked. This tour highlights 19th-century buildings and even ventures inside a haunted building—a standout moment of the evening.

Swap crowded theme parks for a more unusual activity in Orlando—a ghost-themed walking tour in the historic downtown area. Find out secret stories of paranormal activity that you likely wouldn’t uncover alone, and try out professional ghost hunting equipment too. As well as seeing the exterior of haunted places, this tour takes you inside buildings too.

A stroll through Sanford’s historic downtown is as light and airy as the breeze coming off Lake Monroe. Spot 19th-century architecture like the Old Jail House and Old Firestation while passing by hip bistros, local shops, and a growing craft beer scene. Meet your group at the Sanford Information Center right on 1st Street–with marina views and scents of international cuisine tempting you to stay for hours longer.

Beyond the theme parks, Orlando has more history—and frights—than meet the eye, and this delightfully spooky ghost tour is the perfect way to uncover the city’s past. Meet your guide after dark, and explore on foot: you’ll see landmarks ranging from 100-year-old buildings and storied hotels to saloons, cathedrals, and more. As you go, learn about the real-life murders, UFO sightings, and other unexplained events Orlando has witnessed.

Experience the wonders of space exploration without the wait! With this pre-booked ticket, bypass the bustling ticket plaza and dive straight into the awe-inspiring world of Kennedy Space Center. Marvel at the historic launch pads, meet real astronauts, and get up close with the iconic Space Shuttle Atlantis. It's an out-of-this-world adventure that's perfect for space enthusiasts and curious minds alike! This option DOES NOT include transportation.

Most cruises in Florida are packed full of people, making them unbearable to stay on, but not this private pontoon cruise on Lake Eloise. It takes you away from all the crowds to a private setting as you float on one of the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Learn about the many celebrities who’ve also sailed these waters, spot LEGOLAND® from the water, and keep your eyes open for wildlife sightings.

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.

Gypsy Gold is the foundation farm for the Gypsy Vanner Horse. Dennis Thompson imported the first 16 of the breed, named the breed and created the worlds first registry for a horse created by British Gypsies.

Avoid long ticket lines at the Museum of Military History and enjoy the satisfaction of being able to bypass the entrance crowds with this skip-the-line admission pass. Once inside, see hundreds of rare artifacts—including old photographs, uniforms, and military relics. A perfect educational experience that’s ideal for history fans—wander around displays at your own pace and learn about the heroic sacrifices made by military heroes.

For a fun way to explore the haunted past and present of Orlando, book this haunted city exploration game. The game is app-led, and is just for you and your private party. This means you won’t be in a shared group setting, and you can complete the game at your own pace. Check out the sites of the city and learn about its ghosts, too.

Every year, millions of people come to Central Florida to visit the world-famous theme parks and they think they have seen “Orlando”. But truth be told, they have only seen the half of it, and some would argue that what you are about to experience is actually “the better half”. Downtown Orlando is full of history, culture, art and natural beauty and I am eager to share it all with you. On this tour you'll be guided through Orlando, you’ll see its historic buildings, secret gems, lake Eola, squares, parks, artwork, statues, fountains and so much more. Our Virtual Guide will tell you about Orlando’s early days, Walt Disney’s history in Orlando, it’s historic characters, art, how Orlando got it’s name, and so much more.

Discover why the Chain of Lakes in Winter Haven attracted movie stars to the area before the first theme parks were built. This narrated pontoon boat tour cruises you through the Chain of Lakes to some historic sites. Along with a history lesson of the area, you might see birds, otters, alligators, and other animals in their natural habitat. You’ll also have the choice to stop at one of five different restaurants on the water.

It's an one day roundtrip from Orlando, admission/entry ticket is not include. 【Elite Group】Premium small group with maximum 14 passengers. 【Guaranteed Tour】Insured departure with a group of min. two passengers. 【Journey to Space】Start your journey safely where rockets launch and inspiration begins at Florida's gateway to space. Cape Canaveral is the home of NASA’s famous Kennedy Space Center! It is one of the greatest attractions that Florida has to offer! Kennedy Space Center leads a very engaging and educational experience that is perfect for anyone to enjoy! It is especially perfect for all the STEM lovers and with so much to discover, it leads and inspires the future generations of tomorrow to enhance their knowledge about space exploration! 1. Rocket launch site – Kennedy Space Center 2. Closely visit Apollo Spaceship 3. Atlantis space shuttle 4. All kinds of equipment for professional simulation training