Orlando VR makes for an awesome experience for older kids and teens and can be enjoyed no matter what’s going on with Florida weather and seasonal changes. Virtual reality in Orlando can enhance any teen’s birthday, save the day when it’s pouring/sweltering outside, and just serve as the ultimate place to have a great time with family and friends. Take a look at some of our favorite VR spots in Orlando that teens and adults will love!
Cool Orlando VR for Teens: At-a-Glance Best Themed Experiences: Sandbox VRVR Experience to Learn (in a fun way): SeaLife Orlando AquariumBest VR to Escape Orlando Heat: Machu PicchuBest Bet for a VR Birthday Party: Dezerland Park
For more things to do with Orlando teens and fun activities, check out our Guide to Surviving an Orlando Heat Wave, Summer Night Adventures and Experiences, and more in our Orlando events calendar.
Sandbox VR brings virtual experiences to life with cool themes and amazing technology. Photo courtesy Sandbox VR
Best VR in Orlando for Teens and Older KidsSandbox VR – Orlando
Sandbox is a leader in VR entertainment, with locations across the globe. The Sandbox VR in Orlando features 11 experiences (as of press time), including Deadwood Phobia (zombie horror), Squid Games Virtuals (thrilling mini games), Age of Dinosaurs (family friendly), and other fun scenarios. Prices: $50 per person Monday-Friday, opening to 4pm, and $55 per person Friday-Sunday, 4pm to closing.
Another World – Kissimmee
Located in Old Town Entertainment District, Another World pairs the thrills of VR with the excitement of mind-bending games. Form your own teams or get matched upon arrival and play games like Kernel: Bunker (shooter genre), Starbase: Expedition (scifi genre), Ghost Tower: Ghost Mansion (adventure genre), and many more. Sixty-minute session prices run $43 Monday-Thursday and $45 Friday-Sunday; $33 for 30 minutes.
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In The Game – Orlando
Bring teens to ICON Park for a day of fun and make sure to stop at In The Game arcade for a one-of-a-kind VR experience. This VR ride combines a roller coaster with immersive, competitive gameplay. Strap on the VR headset and choose from a wide selection of games and experiences while you compete against another player. In addition to VR, In The Game offers arcade games, mirror maze, a 4D theater, and more.
Beyond the rides and arcade games at Dezerland Park, try out the VR escape rooms. Photo courtesy Dezerland Park
Dezerland Park – Orlando
Dezerland Park takes the best of escape rooms and VR and offers its newest attraction — Exit Reality Escape Rooms: Next Level VR! Teens and families will love stepping into fully immersive virtual worlds where you uncover hidden clues, solve puzzles, and complete missions. Themes include Pirates Plague, Runaway Train, Dragon Tower, and more. Ages 13+
Kennedy Space Center Visitors Center – Merritt Island
Travel to space in your own special way by visiting HYPERDECK VR at Kennedy Space Center Visitors Center. This immersive experience features a full-motion floor, multi-sensory effects like strong winds and heat, and allows up to eight players to visit the moon. Runs about 20 minutes and an on-site reservation is required.
Visit one of the wonders of the world at Machu Picchu, a limited-time VR experience at The Florida Mall. Photo courtesy Fever
Machu Picchu – Orlando
Visit one of the new seven wonders of the world at this VR experience with a limited run at The Florida Mall. Take a journey to the golden age of the Incan Empire without leaving this air conditioned space. Actor Terry Crews narrates this journey, which lasts about 55 minutes. Tickets start at $25
SeaLife Orlando Aquarium – Orlando
Flight of the Mantas is an immersive VR experience that follows the majestic manta rays of Mozambique. Step into the world of marine conservationists working tirelessly to protect them and discover a side of the ocean you’ve never seen before. Must be 40″ to ride and costs $8 per person in addition to admission prices.
Skull & Books VR – Cocoa Beach
If you like VR with a literary twist, head to Cocoa Beach’s Skull & Books VR. This spot offers walk-ins anytime for a $10 sampler or private sessions of the VR experience or VR escape room (starting at $25). Check out the used books available for purchase as well!