Kissimmee: Old Town Ferris Wheel, Attractions, and Dinner

The best part of this Old Town package is its mix of easygoing fairground fun and a proper scare. You can ride an Italian-made Ferris wheel more than 85 feet above Kissimmee, then test your nerve inside the two-story Mortem Manor Haunted House. I like that you can use the attractions at your own pace during the day instead of being locked into one short tour slot.

I also like the built-in food stop and the chance to see Old Town’s classic-car events, especially the long-running Saturday Nite Classic Car Cruise. The main drawback is that this is an entertainment district, not a guided cultural excursion, and the $15 price depends on exactly which ticket option you choose and what the meal voucher covers.

Key points to know before you go

• The 85-foot Ferris wheel has 18 gondolas, each seating up to six people, with views toward Kissimmee and nearby Orlando.
• Mortem Manor Haunted House covers two stories and uses animatronics and live actors for a theatrical scare.
• The meal voucher is for A&W Restaurant or Nathan’s Famous, with the precise food or drink allowance worth confirming when you exchange your voucher.
• Friday and Saturday bring extra entertainment, including the Friday Nite Muscle Car Cruise and Saturday Nite Classic Car Cruise.
• You collect your tickets at the Old Town General Store, not at the Ferris wheel or haunted house.
• The $15 starting price is strong value if you plan to use both rides and the meal, but other attractions cost extra.

Old Town gives you a full day, not just one ride

Old Town is an 18-acre open-air walking district built around the feel of an old-fashioned American amusement strip. You can stroll between shops, food counters, rides, and entertainment instead of spending the whole day inside one enclosed attraction.

That setup makes this package useful for mixed groups. One person can browse the shops, another can watch the cars, and everyone can meet for the Ferris wheel or dinner. You get a little freedom that a tightly scheduled attraction does not provide.

The package is valid for one day, and the attraction times can be checked when you book. The supplied information does not give a fixed start time, so I would treat this as a flexible day or evening plan rather than a timed tour. That is helpful if you already have other plans in Kissimmee or Orlando.

You should allow enough time to enjoy Old Town itself. The Ferris wheel and haunted house are the headline attractions, but the value comes from having several kinds of entertainment in one walkable setting. You are paying for a small collection of activities, not just a single spin in the air.

Picking up your tickets at the Old Town General Store

Start at the Old Town General Store to exchange your voucher. This is an important practical detail. Do not walk straight to the ride expecting the booking voucher to function as your final admission ticket.

The ticket collection process can be quick and simple. After exchanging the voucher, you receive the tickets needed for the included attractions. One recent booking experience found the collection fast and allowed the attractions to be used at any time during the evening. Since ticket rules can vary by option, confirm the timing with staff when you collect them.

This is also the moment to clarify your dinner allowance. The package lists a meal voucher for A&W or Nathan’s Famous. The voucher has been described as covering a food item such as a hot dog or burger, or in some cases a soft drink or an alcoholic drink such as beer or a spirit with mixer. That wording can be confusing, so ask exactly what your particular voucher includes before ordering.

The food is best viewed as a convenient included stop, not a destination meal. It gives you an easy way to eat without leaving Old Town, and that matters during a day built around rides and entertainment. If you want a larger meal or something beyond the stated allowance, plan to pay extra.

Riding the 85-foot Ferris wheel

The Old Town Ferris wheel is a custom-made Italian ride with 18 gondolas. Each gondola seats up to six people, making it a practical choice for families or small groups who want to ride together.

The ride reaches more than 85 feet, giving you a broad view over Kissimmee and toward nearby Orlando. The view is likely to be the strongest part of the ride for anyone who enjoys seeing an area from above. You are not getting a long sightseeing flight, but you do get a pleasant pause above the busy strip.

I would ride once during daylight if you want to see the surrounding area clearly, then consider another spin after dark if your ticket permits and the ride is operating. At night, the wheel is lit with colorful lights, changing the mood from simple fairground ride to a bright evening attraction.

The Ferris wheel should suit cautious riders better than a high-speed thrill ride. The appeal is height, views, and lights rather than speed or intense motion. Still, the ride may not please anyone looking for a major adrenaline rush.

Because the wheel has only 18 gondolas, wait times can change with the crowd. The supplied information does not provide a guaranteed ride schedule or queue length. Use your flexibility to visit at a quieter point in your day if you see a long line.

Mortem Manor, a two-story test of nerve

Mortem Manor Haunted House is the package’s biggest change of pace. Instead of gentle views and colored lights, you get a two-story haunted attraction with state-of-the-art animatronics and live actors.

That combination matters. Animatronics create set pieces that can run repeatedly, while live actors add movement and surprise. The result is meant to feel more like a theatrical haunted house than a simple dark corridor.

The attraction is designed to scare you, but the fun can also come from watching your companions react. One recent experience found the haunted house especially funny as well as frightening. That is a useful clue for groups: you do not need to be a serious horror fan to enjoy it, but you should be comfortable with loud, startling entertainment.

The information provided does not state age limits, health warnings, or accessibility details. If you are booking for young children or anyone who dislikes darkness, live scares, or sudden effects, check directly before paying. The two-story format may also be worth considering for anyone who has difficulty with stairs or extended walking, since no access details are supplied.

I would save Mortem Manor for later in the day if you want the haunted-house atmosphere to fit your visit. The Ferris wheel works well in daylight or after sunset, while a haunted attraction naturally suits an evening plan. That said, your ticket can be used flexibly, so you can choose the order that fits your group.

Dinner at A&W or Nathan’s Famous

The included food stop keeps the day simple. You can use the meal voucher at A&W Restaurant or Nathan’s Famous, two familiar names associated with classic American fast food.

Expect the kind of menu that suits a casual amusement district: burgers, hot dogs, and drinks are specifically referenced in the voucher details. It is not presented as a sit-down dinner with several courses. Think of it as a quick American meal that fills the gap between attractions.

I like this part of the package because it removes one small planning problem. You do not need to leave Old Town in search of food, and you can keep the rides, haunted house, and entertainment within the same area.

Still, read the voucher carefully. The available allowance may be one food item, a soft drink, or an alcoholic drink, rather than a full meal with every item included. The safest move is to exchange your voucher first, ask what it covers, and budget for anything additional.

For families, the food choice may be especially convenient because A&W and Nathan’s Famous offer familiar fare. For adults hoping for a special dinner, the included meal may feel basic. In that case, use the voucher as a snack or light meal and pay separately for something more substantial if needed.

Classic cars and live entertainment

The package also includes Old Town’s car events and weekly live entertainment. These extras can turn a short attraction visit into a fuller evening.

The Friday Nite Muscle Car Cruise and Saturday Nite Classic Car Cruise are the key dates to know. The Saturday event is described as the longest-running car show and cruise in America, giving the evening a clear theme beyond rides and food.

Car fans should plan around the cruise schedule rather than treating it as a random bonus. The exact event timing is not provided here, so check the date before booking. If your visit falls on a Friday or Saturday, you may get more out of the package than someone visiting on a quieter weekday.

The classic cars also give non-riders something to do while others are on the Ferris wheel or inside Mortem Manor. You can stroll, look at the vehicles, listen to live entertainment, and return to the rides when the line changes.

Holiday events add another possible layer. Old Town hosts celebrations for St. Patrick’s Day, the Fourth of July, Halloween, Christmas, and New Year’s. The package information does not promise a particular holiday program on every date, so check the calendar before assuming special entertainment is included during your visit.

What the $15 price really buys you

At $15 per person, this package can be a good deal if you use the main inclusions. The Ferris wheel, Mortem Manor admission, and a meal voucher give you three distinct parts to the day. Add the car cruise or live entertainment, and the price becomes easier to justify.

The value drops if you only want one attraction. Someone interested solely in the Ferris wheel may prefer to compare the individual ride price. Someone who dislikes haunted houses or does not want fast food may not use enough of the package to make it worthwhile.

The different ticket options matter. Some packages include the haunted house and Ferris wheel, while the overall offer may be presented with choices. Read the option title carefully before booking, then confirm the included attractions at the General Store.

The listed rating is 3.4 out of 5 from 62 reviews, which suggests a mixed experience overall rather than a universal favorite. I would read that as a reason to set realistic expectations. Old Town is casual, commercial entertainment. It is not a major theme park, a guided historical site, or a refined dining experience.

The strongest value comes from combining several activities in one visit. You get more for your money if you arrive with enough time to ride, visit Mortem Manor, eat, and catch the car events or live entertainment.

Planning your day at Old Town

Since the pass is valid for one day, you can build the visit around your own energy and interests. Start with a walk through the 18-acre district so you know where the General Store, food spots, rides, and entertainment are located.

Collect your tickets first. Then choose the Ferris wheel based on the view you want. Daylight offers a clearer look at Kissimmee and nearby Orlando, while the evening ride gives you the colored lights.

Place dinner before or after Mortem Manor depending on your group. Some people prefer to eat before a haunted house, while others may want to finish the scary attraction and then sit down with a burger or hot dog. The flexible ticket use lets you decide.

If cars are a priority, make the cruise schedule the anchor for your visit. The Friday and Saturday events are not the same, so select your date with care. If you are visiting during a holiday period, check whether a special event is running rather than assuming every celebration occurs daily.

There is no hotel pickup or drop-off included. You need to arrange your own way to Old Town and make your own return plans. Other rides and attractions not named in the package also cost extra, so keep a little room in your budget if you want to add more activities.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Florida schedule is still changing. Those policies are useful, but they do not replace checking the attraction schedule for your chosen date.

Who should book this Old Town package?

I would recommend it to families, couples, and small groups who want a relaxed day of classic American amusement rather than a major theme park. The combination of Ferris wheel, haunted house, food, cars, and live entertainment gives different personalities something to enjoy.

It is also a good fit if you are staying in the Kissimmee or Orlando area and want an evening with minimal planning. You can collect your tickets, stroll the district, eat nearby, and decide when to ride.

I would be more cautious if you want a guided tour, serious history, luxury dining, or a full-scale thrill-ride park. Old Town is informal and commercial, and the package focuses on simple fairground entertainment.

Book it if you will use at least two of the main attractions and the meal voucher. For the best value, choose a date that also lines up with the Friday muscle-car or Saturday classic-car cruise. Skip it if the haunted house and fast-food meal do not interest you, since the low starting price only works when you make use of the included pieces.

FAQ

Where is the experience located?

It is located at Old Town in Kissimmee, Florida, an 18-acre open-air walking district with shops, rides, attractions, food, and entertainment.

Where do I exchange my voucher?

Exchange your voucher at the Old Town General Store. You should collect the attraction tickets there before visiting the Ferris wheel or Mortem Manor Haunted House.

How long is the experience valid?

The booking is valid for one day. Starting times and availability should be checked for your selected date.

What does the Ferris wheel ticket include?

It includes admission to the Old Town Ferris wheel, a custom-made ride from Italy with 18 gondolas that seat up to six people each. The wheel rises more than 85 feet.

What can I see from the Ferris wheel?

From the top, you can see views over Kissimmee and toward nearby Orlando. After sunset, the wheel is illuminated with colorful lights.

What is Mortem Manor Haunted House like?

Mortem Manor is a two-story haunted house with animatronics and live actors. It is designed as a scary entertainment attraction.

Where can I use the meal voucher?

The meal voucher can be used at A&W Restaurant or Nathan’s Famous. The exact food or drink allowance should be confirmed when you exchange your voucher.

Are classic-car events included?

The included entertainment lists the Friday Nite Muscle Car Cruise and Saturday Nite Classic Car Cruise. Weekly live entertainment and listed holiday events are also included.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The experience also offers a reserve-now, pay-later option.