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Rise 450 feet above International Drive on the Orlando StarFlyer, the world’s tallest swing ride. This five-minute, high-speed rotation gives a compact, adrenaline-charged view of ICON Park and the Orlando skyline.
Rise 450 feet above International Drive on the Orlando StarFlyer, the world’s tallest swing ride. This five-minute, high-speed rotation gives a compact, adrenaline-charged view of ICON Park and the Orlando skyline.
You climb into a two-person seat, the harness clicks, and the city of Orlando falls away beneath you as the StarFlyer begins to rise. At 450 feet the tower pulls riders into a wide, exposed arc — the wind forcing a grin and the city grid shrinking into a patchwork of lights and parking lots below.
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Operated by Orlando StarFlyer · Orlando, Florida
You climb into a two-person seat, the harness clicks, and the city of Orlando falls away beneath you as the StarFlyer begins to rise. At 450 feet the tower pulls riders into a wide, exposed arc — the wind forcing a grin and the city grid shrinking into a patchwork of lights and parking lots below.
The StarFlyer concept came out of Funtime’s mobile test runs during the 2012 London Olympics; the permanent Orlando installation opened alongside the ICON Park attractions after a 2015 collaboration with developer Unicorp. The ride sits on the flat carbonate plain of central Florida — a landscape of limestone, shallow aquifers and sparse elevation that makes tall towers especially visible on the horizon. ICON Park and International Drive are Orlando’s commercial corridor: restaurants, bars and family attractions clustered for easy access and late-night crowds.
Expect a high-thrill, short-duration experience: the published ride lasts roughly five minutes, but the sensory impact can feel much longer. The StarFlyer is engineered for safety and speed — rotating at up to 45 mph and rated to operate in strong winds — but it also brings the urban side of Orlando into sharp focus, not wide wilderness views.
Practical guide: show your emailed voucher at the ticket window, arrive early during peak seasons, and stow loose items or use a secure lanyard. Minimum height is 44 inches; there’s no weight limit listed but you must fit the seat and fasten belts. The site is wheelchair-accessible at the entry point; the ride itself has specific restrictions — check health advisories if you have cardiovascular or pregnancy concerns. Plan to pair the ride with ICON Park dining or the nearby Wheel for longer evenings out.
The ride cycle lasts about five minutes; total time on-site varies with queue and ticketing.
Minimum height is 44 inches; there is no published maximum weight but you must fit the seat and fasten belts; not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart conditions.
The venue and ticketing area are wheelchair accessible; contact the operator ahead of time for specific boarding accommodations.
Small cameras and phones are allowed if secured; loose items are likely to be lost, so use a secure pouch or leave devices with a non-rider.
Orlando StarFlyer operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You climb into a two-person seat, the harness clicks, and the city of Orlando falls away beneath you as the StarFlyer begins to rise. At 450 feet the tower pulls riders into a wide, exposed arc — the wind forcing a grin and the city grid shrinking into a patchwork of lights and parking lots below.
You climb into a two-person seat, the harness clicks, and the city of Orlando falls away beneath you as the StarFlyer begins to rise. At 450 feet the tower pulls riders into a wide, exposed arc — the wind forcing a grin and the city grid shrinking into a patchwork of lights and parking lots below.
The StarFlyer concept came out of Funtime’s mobile test runs during the 2012 London Olympics; the permanent Orlando installation opened alongside the ICON Park attractions after a 2015 collaboration with developer Unicorp. The ride sits on the flat carbonate plain of central Florida — a landscape of limestone, shallow aquifers and sparse elevation that makes tall towers especially visible on the horizon. ICON Park and International Drive are Orlando’s commercial corridor: restaurants, bars and family attractions clustered for easy access and late-night crowds.
Expect a high-thrill, short-duration experience: the published ride lasts roughly five minutes, but the sensory impact can feel much longer. The StarFlyer is engineered for safety and speed — rotating at up to 45 mph and rated to operate in strong winds — but it also brings the urban side of Orlando into sharp focus, not wide wilderness views.
Practical guide: show your emailed voucher at the ticket window, arrive early during peak seasons, and stow loose items or use a secure lanyard. Minimum height is 44 inches; there’s no weight limit listed but you must fit the seat and fasten belts. The site is wheelchair-accessible at the entry point; the ride itself has specific restrictions — check health advisories if you have cardiovascular or pregnancy concerns. Plan to pair the ride with ICON Park dining or the nearby Wheel for longer evenings out.