Top Florida Observation Decks

Avoid waiting in long lines and ride the Orlando Eye—one of the tallest observation wheels on the East Coast—with pre-purchased admission tickets. From 400 feet (122 meters) in the air, admire aerial views of Orlando, including its iconic theme parks and lakes. To enhance the experience, upgrade to add on tickets to SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium or Madame Tussauds—or both.

The Explorer Pass by Go City is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when visiting Orlando. Choose any two to five popular experiences and save on admission compared to buying separate attraction tickets. Once activated, your Orlando Explorer Pass is good for 30 days so you can take your time exploring.

Admire and learn more about the over 670 species of sea creatures at the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Spot a giant Pacific octopus, turtles, and other aquatic animals from Florida’s seas, as well as wetland wildlife including alligators and river otters. Explore three touch habitats to get closer than ever to moon jellies, stingrays, sea stars, and more, while learning about the aquarium's conservation efforts. Allow 2–3 hours for this fun, family-friendly attraction.

Skip the hassle of arranging transportation and tickets, and journey back to the Miami of the early 20th century with ease on this half-day tour of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Nestled in Miami's lush Coconut Grove neighborhood, this former private estate is a masterpiece of Mediterranean Revival and Italian Renaissance style. Spend hours exploring the house — including the dairy, stables, greenhouse and staff quarters — and wandering through the stunning gardens.

Avoid the disappointment of sold-out tickets and instead, pre-book your admission to see the Orlando Magic basketball team play an NBA match. The sports facility features one of the tallest scoreboards in the NBA, interactive fan areas, and nine restaurants and bars—including a restaurant that looks over the court. So, enjoy the opportunity to get an authentic NBA experience of watching a basketball game, as well as plenty of cool amenities to explore.