Explore nightlife, attractions and more things to do for adults in Orlando.

Orlando is a must-visit playground for kids of all ages — even those who are fully grown! Pack your sense of wonder and get ready to play as we explore some of the best things to do for adults in Orlando, including top-rated dining, nightlife, outdoor adventures and more. Follow our suggestions to indulge your inner child, and you’ll feel like a kid again in no time.

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Act Like a Big Kid at Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions

Anyone who’s experienced Orlando's theme parks knows they’re not just for kids. In fact, many theme park offerings are geared specifically toward adults, including Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, the Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld® Orlando, and the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival and similar events at Walt Disney World® Resort.

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Best of all, you’re now old enough to ride what you want, eat what you like, and invest in the premium experiences you dreamed of as a child. So, if you want to ride VelociCoaster seven times and eat your weight in churros, no one is stopping you! You can also upgrade your getaway with VIP theme park access, specialty tours, delectable fine dining (including MICHELIN Guide favorites), amenity-packed accommodations and more luxurious perks.

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And don’t forget about our incredible attractions! In Orlando, you can pose with superheroes, zip line over alligators, drive a real armored tank, and even soak in a Beer Spa hot tub filled with wheat, hops and barley. You can also walk in the footsteps of astronauts, drive a real NASCAR race car, swim with manatees, and live your professional wrestling dreams all within a short drive of our main tourism districts.

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Dine Like a Local

And speaking of MICHELIN Guide favorites, you won’t want to miss out on Orlando’s scrumptious culinary scene. We have everything from Mom & Pop shops to One-MICHELIN-Star restaurants, with diverse flavors to delight every diet. Throw in immersive dinner shows, food halls, themed bars and restaurants, romantic date night spots, and eateries helmed by celebrity chefs, and you’ll never run out of tasty new things to try in Orlando. Eating dessert before dinner is optional but highly encouraged.

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If you’re not sure where to start, join a guided Wandering Palm Food Tour to discover local gems in downtown Orlando and the surrounding neighborhoods. Or, use our 24-hour foodie guides to taste-test your way around our neighborhood eats and main tourism districts.

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Go Play Outside

Orlando is full of outdoor fun for adults, so grab your sunscreen and soak up some rays with eco-adventures for all thrill levels. Go with the flow on a guided paddleboard, kayak or boat tour, or indulge your inner wild child with aerial and aquatic adventure parks, off-roading, airboat tours, and even hang-gliding.

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Additional outdoor options include nature trails and parks, crystal clear springs, biking, zip lining and more. No matter what route you take, you’re in for a wild time!

Ready Your Game Face

Did we mention that Orlando is home to five professional sports teams? Catch a pro-level game from the Orlando Magic, Orlando Pride, Orlando City Soccer Club, Orlando Valkyries and Orlando Solar Bears, or get in the game yourself with tennis, pickleball, virtual zombie dodgeball, rock climbing, axe throwing, mini golf and more competitive fun. We also have over 100 golf courses, hands-on lessons from Arnold Palmer Golf Academy and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Campus, and many more ways to play.

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For a different kind of matchup, you can also get your game on at sprawling entertainment complexes, interactive gaming lounges, arcades, escape rooms and virtual reality arenas throughout Orlando.

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Make a Splash at the Pool

If you’re in Orlando to play, you’re in luck. Many of our top resort pools feature lazy rivers, waterslides and interactive features, and some even have full water parks. Sidle up to the pool bar or rent a private cabana for some unforgettable fun and sun.

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If you’re seeking tranquility and an adults-only atmosphere, the Oasis pool at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort and the spa pool at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes are especially noteworthy. Both are child-free zones, and the spa pool is exclusively available to Ritz-Carlton Spa guests ages 21 and up for a perfectly peaceful retreat.

Catch a Live Performance

Whether you’re here to see your favorite artist or seeking new local favorites, Orlando’s concert halls and theaters have something to capture your soul. Catch major touring concerts, shows and comedy acts at Kia Center in downtown Orlando, or try Hard Rock Live or House of Blues in our main tourism districts. You can also enjoy Broadway shows, Grammy Award-winning artists, and local theater, vocal arts and dance performance troupes at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

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For a locals-only vibe, soak up an intimate performance at Fringe ArtSpace, SAK Comedy Lab, The Winter Park Playhouse, Orlando Shakespeare Company or the Renaissance Theatre Company. Or, chill with up-and-coming musical talent at hidden gem venues like Timucua Arts Foundation, The Plaza, The Beacham, Will’s Pub and many more in the downtown Orlando area.

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Enjoy a Night on the Town

Keep the vacation vibes going well after sunset with incredible nightlife in Orlando’s neighborhoods and main tourism districts. If you’re staying near the theme parks, Disney Springs® at Walt Disney World Resort and Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort boast delightful dining, shopping, themed bars and live entertainment offerings. Discover even more fun for adults at ICON Park®, Pointe Orlando and other destinations along International Drive, or venture out to explore nightlife in downtown Orlando and beyond.

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Favorites downtown include retro-inspired fun and themed concoctions at 1-Up Orlando and late-night tastings at Swirlery Wine Bar, plus nightclubs, live music and more ways to play throughout the surrounding areas. Orlando also has plenty of stylish speakeasies should you desire something more discreet. There’s no need to sneak out of the house these days, but feel free to stay up past your bedtime and try something new.

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