"Tell me: What’s this place all about? ICON Orlando, an entertainment complex, centers around a huge observation wheel, but there are enough attractions to fill a full day. The modern, bustling center, aimed at families, also packs in shopping, dining, and nightlife. Cool! So what are the best parts? Anything we absolutely cannot miss? The main attraction is of course ICON Orlando, a 400-foot observation wheel and the largest of its kind on the East Coast. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding region; it’s also one of the few places around that lets you ascend that high without also traveling upside down at 50 miles an hour on a coaster. Among the other main attractions are the underwater sights of Sea Life Orlando Aquarium, the celebrity lookalikes of Madame Tussaud’s Orlando, the 450-feet high swings of the Orlando Star Flyer, and the fascinating skeletons of the Museum of Osteology. How easy is it to get around? It’s a modern, well-equipped complex with easy signage and help for people with mobility issues. It pays to plan your visit a little ahead of time and book a spot on the ICON if you want to see sunset, for instance, but it’s quite compact and you can explore at your own speed without feeling you’re rushing not to miss out on anything. Anything else we should know before planning a visit? The best part of the complex is that you can pick and choose without paying one large entrance fee, and just walking around the facility is free." - Paul Oswell
