In March 2019, SeaWorld Orlando welcomed its newest neighbors — the Sesame Street gang. The land brings the beloved children’s television show to life. Unlike other Sesame Street-themed lands in other SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks, SeaWorld Orlando re-creates Sesame Street itself. You can now walk around the neighborhood to your favorite places, including Oscar's trash can and Hooper’s Store! Best of all, you can get to Sesame Street with regular SeaWorld admission. This guide highlights everything you need to know about the rides, entertainment and dining options before you visit Elmo and friends at 123 Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando.
Overview of Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando
I can tell you how to get to Sesame Street! Located right next to the Orca Encounter stadium, the six-acre land replaced the former Shamu’s Happy Harbor children’s area. From the moment you step in, you become a Sesame Street resident. Lily was so excited to ring Bert and Ernie’s doorbell for the first time. Even though the attractions and rides are meant for the tadpoles, frog parents will surely be hit with nostalgia, as the area stays true to the show that they also grew up with.
You can find immersive theming and interactive elements in every nook and cranny. There’s so much for the little ones to explore! You also get plenty of opportunities to meet your favorite Sesame Street characters, including Big Bird, Grover, Bert, Ernie, Abby Cadabby and more.
Sesame Street Land is celebrating its 5th birthday this year! Now through April 28, 2024, you'll find special events to celebrate the occasion. The Sesame Street Birthday Celebration includes an all-new Sesame Street Birthday Parade, Birthday Storytime, birthday-themed crafts, a scavenger hunt and festive photo-ops. In addition, special Sesame Street characters will be available for meet and greets on select dates until March 16, 2024.
For more birthday fun, consider dining with your favorite Sesame Street pals at the Birthday Breakfast Bash. This character breakfast is located at SeaFire Grill and is available until April 28. Prices start at $34.99 for adults and $20 for children ages 3 to 9.
The schedule of events varies by date. Be sure to check out the Sesame Street Birthday event activities webpage before your visit for specific details.
Sesame Street Orlando Rides
SeaWorld Orlando kept many of the original rides from Shamu’s Happy Harbor, but they have all been updated to reflect the Sesame Street theme. We think they did a frogtastic job!
Abby’s Flower Tower lifts you high up in the air as you spin around in colorful flower pots. I loved this ride not only because Abby Cadabby’s my favorite character, but also because you get the best views of Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando from above!
You feel like you’re a chocolate chip cookie getting dropped in a glass of milk by Cookie Monster on this kiddie drop tower.
All aboard Elmo’s train! Elmo guides you on a short ride through his garden to show off butterflies, caterpillars and even his special friends, the Twiddlebugs.
Oscar the Grouch’s pet worm, Slimey, spins, swings and swerves you through Oscar’s compost collection. This rocking “boat” ride doesn’t go too fast, but Lily still got a bit dizzy from this one since it’s constantly spinning on a short track.
Sunny Day Carousel
SeaWorld's famous Sea Carousel has been transformed into Sesame Street's Sunny Day Carousel, a cute, colorful, classic ride that's perfect for frogs of all ages who like a good go-round.
This one is for all the mini thrill-seekers out there. Sesame Street’s resident superhero wants you behind the wheel for the big race. Super Grover’s Box Car Derby, the family-friendly roller coaster, climbs hills and zooms down mini-drops before speeding to the finish line.
Sesame Street Orlando Interactive Play Areas
Interactive Play Spots
These interactive spots easily keep your tadpole entertained as you walk around the iconic buildings of Sesame Street's neighborhood. Take on the Bike Shop window challenge as you use your body to control a virtual tricycle to collect as many numbers as you can. Knock on Oscar’s trash can to hear a grouchy response, or press the apartment intercom buttons in the right order to listen to Grover, Rosita and Abby Cadabby. While some of these interactive elements only come to life by using a special Elmo light-up bubble wand, there are several other spots that don’t require a wand.
For those sunny days in Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando, take some time to cool off at Ernie’s Rubber Duckie’s water playground. With so many pop jets, cannons and spouts, water can come at you in any direction. Come prepared with a bathing suit and towel or wear quick-dry clothing, because you’ll definitely get soaked.
Rosita's Harmony Hills
If you don’t want to get splashed at the water playground, tadpoles can expend energy at Rosita's Harmony Hills, where you can create musical sounds at this traditional playground area.
Sesame Street Character Experiences
Photos with Elmo and Friends
Right across the street from Elmo’s Choo Choo Train, hop inside the theater for a meet-and-greet opportunity with Elmo and Cookie Monster. While you’re waiting in line, you can play a few games on the interactive wall to pass the time. Once it’s your turn, smile for the camera for a photo with one of your furry friends. You have the option to purchase priority access through its quick queue for $10 per child, but we don’t think it’s necessary since the characters are there all day.
Get ready to shake your tail feathers because Elmo, Big Bird and more of your favorite furry friends are about to make their way down Sesame Street! This award-winning parade features colorful floats and a few special surprises so be sure to check the show schedule on the day of your visit!
Sesame Street Food and Drink
In the center of the neighborhood, you can find the food trucks lined up to fuel your body after some time well-spent having fun. While you wait in line, the tadpoles can play the Foodie Truck Challenge game where they follow Cookie Monster and Gonger’s recipe instructions and press the right ingredient buttons. For dining options, you can choose between three food trucks. ABC Eats specializes in chicken tender platters, pick from one of two grilled cheese sandwich options at Yummy Yummy Nom Noms. I enjoyed the Hawaiian grilled cheese with pulled pork, bacon bits, cheddar cheese and BBQ sauce.
At the Sesame Sips stand, which serves specialty drinks between the two trucks, sip on a smoothie made with chunks of fruit and served in a souvenir jar, or an Icee drink twisted with soft-serve ice cream.
Shopping at Sesame Street
Step inside the real-life Hooper’s Store, where you can take home a souvenir from Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando. There are plenty of T-shirt styles, stuffed animal versions of your favorite furry friends and other knick-knacks to choose from. You can also get the interactive Elmo bubble wand here!
Have you been to Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando? What did you think? What was your favorite part? Be sure to share with us in the comments below!
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