If you're in Orlando, theme parks likely get all the buzz, but if you're looking for something truly mind-blowing, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Orlando is your ticket to the wonderfully weird and totally unforgettable.
Here’s why Ripley's Attractions in Orlando should be at the top of your must-visit list:
1. Explore the Odd in the Heart of I-Drive
Where else can you see a spinning vortex tunnel, Orlando’s oldest alligator, a vampire-killing kit, and medieval torture devices all under one tilted roof?
Inside Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando, you’ll find strange-but-true exhibits, rare artifacts, and art that has to be seen to be believed.
Create your own souvenir at the Wax Hands station! dip, mold, and color your hands into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Tip: Keep your eyes out for Orlando’s oldest alligator lurking around the Believe It or Not!
2. Get Turned Around in the Mirror Maze
Step into a dazzling maze of mirrors, lights, and optical illusions that’ll keep you guessing at every turn. Enjoy mind-bending fun for the whole family—right next door to Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando.
Tip: Hunt down and find the “hidden room” filled with infinity mirrors and glowing party lights.
3. Dive Into the Dark Side With the True Crime Gallery (Limited Time Only)
Step into the mind of a criminal and uncover the twisted tales of infamous serial killers and headline-making crimes, or join the side of justice and put your detective skills to the test.
From a real lie detector challenge to nods to legendary sleuths like Sherlock Holmes and Nancy Drew, this immersive exhibit lets you choose your role.
4. Feel Far Out in the Out of This World Gallery
Get hands-on with space history in this cosmic corner of Ripley’s! Touch a 3,197-pound meteorite, examine a real piece of Mars, and slip on gloves that mimic working in the vacuum of space.
Afterwards, geek out over the original Star Wars® Lightsaber® used by Luke Skywalker™, or catch a live rocket launch on our massive 16-foot-tall interactive video wall.
5. Pose with the Impossible
Snap a photo with Robert Wadlow, the tallest man to ever live; lose yourself in the True Crime Gallery; or test your creativity with some photo-worthy illusions. Every corner of Ripley’s is a photo op waiting to happen.
Tip: Don’t miss the spinning Vortex Tunnel—can you walk through without holding the rails?
Family Fun Awaits
Orlando’s packed with big-name attractions—but if you want interactive fun without the long lines, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Orlando is the perfect stop between theme parks or on a chill day in the city.
Tip: Combo tickets let you pair your Ripley's visit with nearby attractions for even more savings and fun.