Printable List of Rides in Disney World & Complete Guide

1. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

• Height Requirement: 38″ (97 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Individual Lightning Lane
• Description: A family-friendly roller coaster that takes you through the diamond mine of the Seven Dwarfs.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times

2. Space Mountain

• Height Requirement: 44″ (112 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: An indoor roller coaster that simulates a journey through outer space.
• Best Time to Ride: Late evening, as wait times tend to decrease.

3. Peter Pan’s Flight

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A gentle ride that takes you over London and into Neverland with Peter Pan.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or during parades and nighttime shows when lines are shorter.

4. TRON Lightcycle / Run

• Height Requirement: 48″ (122 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Individual Lightning Lane
• Description: A high-speed roller coaster where riders board lightcycle-style vehicles, simulating a race through the digital world of TRON.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or use Lightning Lane; standby lines are typically long

5. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A log flume ride that takes you through the Louisiana bayou with Princess Tiana, featuring music and characters from “The Princess and the Frog.” This is a retheme of Splash Mountain and I personally love it! 
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

6. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (currently closed through the rest of 2025)

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A runaway mine train roller coaster through the wild west.
• Best Time to Ride: Late morning or evening; midday lines can be lengthy and they can be hot.

7. The Barnstormer

• Height Requirement: 35″ (89 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A junior roller coaster featuring Goofy as The Great Goofini.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

8. Tomorrowland Speedway

• Height Requirement: 32″ (82 cm) to ride, 54″ (137 cm) to drive alone
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: Drive your own gas-powered car around a scenic track.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

9. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin (closing in August 2025 for an extended period of time)

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: An interactive shooting game where you help Buzz Lightyear defeat Emperor Zurg.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

10. Haunted Mansion

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A spooky tour through a haunted estate filled with “999 happy haunts.”
• Best Time to Ride: Late evening, as wait times tend to decrease.

11. Pirates of the Caribbean

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A boat ride through pirate-infested waters, featuring Captain Jack Sparrow.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or during parades when lines are shorter.

12. Jungle Cruise

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A guided boat tour through various jungle scenes, filled with humorous commentary and corny jokes.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

13. “it’s a small world”

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A gentle boat ride featuring dolls from around the world singing the iconic song.
• Best Time to Ride: Midday, as it’s a good option when other rides have long waits.

14. Dumbo the Flying Elephant

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: Fly through the air on Dumbo’s back; includes an indoor play area while you wait. The play area is also a great attraction if you just want to hang out in the AC. 
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening to avoid peak wait times.

15. Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Description: A dark ride that retells Ariel’s story with music and animatronics.
• Best Time to Ride: Midday, as you don’t want to use your early park morning for other rides, but the line get shorter for this ride in the middle of the afternoon. 

16. Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Not offered
• Description: A slow-moving, elevated ride through Tomorrowland offering relaxing views and a narrated tour.
• Best Time to Ride: Anytime; usually a short wait throughout the day.

17. Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Not offered
• Description: A rotating theater show that follows a family’s journey through 20th-century technological advancements.
• Best Time to Ride: Anytime; often a walk-on and air-conditioned break.

18. Mad Tea Party

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Included with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
• Description: A spinning tea cups ride themed after Alice in Wonderland.
• Best Time to Ride: Before 11 a.m. or during parades when crowds dip.

19. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Included with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
• Description: A dark ride through Hundred Acre Wood with whimsical scenes and motion effects.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening; can have long midday waits.

20. Prince Charming’s Regal Carousel

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Not offered
• Description: A classic, beautifully detailed carousel located behind Cinderella Castle.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening; wait times are generally short.

21. Liberty Square Riverboat (closing at some point in 2025)

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Not offered
• Description: A scenic 17-minute ride around the Rivers of America aboard a steam-powered paddleboat.
• Best Time to Ride: Midday or when needing a relaxing break from crowds.

22. The Magic Carpets of Aladdin

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Included with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
• Description: Similar to Dumbo, this ride lets guests pilot flying carpets with up/down and tilt control.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or evening; tends to get moderate lines midday.

23. Astro Orbiter (closed until end of summer 2025)

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Included with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
• Description: A spinning rocket ride high above Tomorrowland that offers fantastic views of the park. Guests ride in small two-person rockets that fly in a circular motion.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening (especially beautiful at night); lines move slowly due to the elevator access, so avoid midday.

List of Attractions in Magic Kingdom

Stage Shows & 4D Attractions

1. Mickey’s PhilharMagic

• Type: 4D show
• Location: Fantasyland
• Description: A musical 4D adventure featuring Donald Duck getting into mischief with iconic Disney songs and scenes.
• Best Time to Visit: Midday or early afternoon (great for cooling off or resting feet).

2. Enchanted Tiki Room

• Type: Audio-animatronic show
• Location: Adventureland
• Description: A whimsical tropical serenade from singing birds, flowers, and tikis.
• Best Time to Visit: Hot afternoons or when lines are long elsewhere.

3. Country Bear Jamboree

• Type: Animatronic stage show
• Location: Frontierland
• Description: A humorous and quirky musical revue featuring singing bears.
• Best Time to Visit: Afternoon for air-conditioned break.

4. Hall of Presidents

• Type: Animatronic history show
• Location: Liberty Square
• Description: A patriotic presentation featuring all U.S. Presidents; includes a speech by Abraham Lincoln and the current president.
• Best Time to Visit: Afternoon or when you need a longer sit-down indoor break.

5. Monsters, Inc Laugh Floor

• Type: Interactive comedy show
• Location: Tomorrowland
• Description: A live, improv-style comedy show with animated Monsters Inc. characters who interact with the audience.
• Best Time to Visit: Anytime; great for a mid-day laugh and rest.

6. Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

• Type: Rotating animatronic theater
• Location: Tomorrowland
• Description: A nostalgic journey through the 20th century’s technological changes.
• Best Time to Visit: Low crowd days or when you need a rest in air conditioning.

Parades & Street Entertainment

1. Festival of Fantasy Parade

• Type: Daytime parade
• Location: Main Street U.S.A.
• Description: Features floats with beloved characters like Rapunzel, Maleficent (as a fire-breathing dragon), and Mickey and Minnie.
• Showtimes: Typically mid-afternoon (check Times Guide or My Disney Experience app).
• Best Viewing Tip: Line up 30–45 minutes early near the Hub or Frontierland for good views and shade.

2. Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade / Random Cavalcades

• Type: Mini-parades
• Location: Main Street U.S.A.
• Description: Short character processions that appear throughout the day with music and waving characters.
• Best Time to See: Just listen for music changes; no need to wait more than 5–10 minutes.

3. The Dapper Dan’s

• Type: Barbershop Quartet Experience
• Location: Main Street U.S.A.
• Description: Short vocalist experience along main street, either as street performers or on a street car
• Best Time to See: Listen for the harmonizing music

Nighttime Entertainment

1. Happily Ever After

• Type: Fireworks and projection show
• Location: Cinderella Castle / Main Street U.S.A.
• Description: A breathtaking combination of fireworks, castle projections, and music celebrating Disney heroes and storytelling.
• Showtime: Nightly (time varies by season)
• Best Viewing Tip: Stake out a spot on Main Street or in front of the castle 45–60 minutes early for the best views.

2. Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away – Starting Summer 2025! 

3. Princess Fairytale Hall

• Type: Character meet-and-greet
• Location: Fantasyland
• Description: Meet princesses like Cinderella, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Elena in an elegant indoor setting.
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi-Pass
• Best Time to Visit: Morning or evening.

4. Mirabel Meet and Greet

• Location: Fairytale Garden (next to Cinderella Castle, formerly home to Merida)
• Type: Character Meet and Greet
• Schedule: Daily appearances – times vary and are listed in the My Disney Experience app
• Description: Meet Mirabel from Encanto in a vibrant, reimagined garden space inspired by La Casita. She’s warm, engaging, and loves talking about family, magic, and her home in Colombia.
• Tip: This is a newer offering and popular with fans of Encanto, plan to visit early in the day.

Other Notable Attractions (Walkthroughs or Themed Areas)

1. Cinderella Castle Mural Walkthrough

• Type: Self-guided decor and photo opportunity
• Location: Inside Cinderella Castle
• Description: Beautiful mosaic murals depicting scenes from Cinderella.
• Best Time to Visit: Anytime, especially in the morning when crowds are lighter.

2. Swiss Family Treehouse

• Type: Walkthrough attraction
• Location: Adventureland
• Description: A self-guided climb through a large, multi-level treehouse inspired by Swiss Family Robinson.
• Best Time to Visit: Early morning or evening; avoid during peak heat.

3. Tom Sawyer Island

• Type: Outdoor exploration area
• Location: Frontierland
• Description: A raft ride takes you to a secluded island with caves, bridges, and forts.
• Best Time to Visit: Late morning or early afternoon; a great place for kids to burn energy.

4. Liberty Square Riverboat

• Type: Scenic boat ride
• Location: Liberty Square
• Description: A relaxing trip on an authentic paddlewheel steamboat.
• Best Time to Visit: Midday when you’re looking for a calm experience.

Experiences in Epcot

List of Rides in Epcot

1. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

• Type: Enclosed roller coaster with spinning ride vehicles and music
• Height Requirement: 42″ (107 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Individual Lightning Lane (ILL) only
• Description: A thrilling, story-driven coaster through space with the Guardians crew and a rotating soundtrack. If you get motion sickness, I suggest looking into this ride before your vacation. I recommend sitting in the front car! 
• Best Time to Ride: First thing in the morning or late afternoon when others start focusing on drinking around the world 🙂 

2. Test Track (Currently closed for refurbishment) 

• Type: High-speed car design and testing ride
• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Design a virtual car, then test it on track at speeds up to 65 mph.
• Best Time to Ride: Right at park opening or use a Multi Pass; lines build fast.

3. Soarin’ Around the World

• Type: Flight motion simulator
• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Glide over iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Great Wall of China in a hang-glider-style ride.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or during dinner hours; line can fluctuate throughout the day.

4. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure

• Type: Trackless dark ride
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Shrink down to rat-size and scurry through Gusteau’s kitchen in this immersive 4D ride.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning (rope drop) or Multi Pass. Can get long waits mid-morning.

5. Frozen Ever After

• Type: Boat ride with animatronics and mild backward and forward drops
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Travel through Arendelle with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, featuring scenes and music from Frozen.
• Best Time to Ride: Rope drop or use Multi Pass. Waits remain long most of the day.

• Type: Omnimover dark ride (inside the EPCOT “ball”)
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A slow-moving journey through the history of human communication, from cave paintings to computers.
• Best Time to Ride: Early afternoon when lines drop; long first thing in the morning.

7. Mission: SPACE

• Type: Space flight simulator
• Height Requirement:
  • Orange Mission (intense): 44″ (112 cm)
  • Green Mission (milder): 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Launch to Mars in the Orange version (more intense spinning) or orbit Earth in the Green version (gentler ride).
• Best Time to Ride: Anytime with Multi Pass or early afternoon when lines are shorter.

8. The Seas with Nemo & Friends

• Type: Omnimover dark ride
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: Follow Marlin and Dory through an animated ocean journey blended with real aquarium views.
• Best Time to Ride: Morning or, honestly, anytime – it’s usually a shorter wait.

9. Living with the Land

• Type: Boat ride through greenhouses and sustainable farming exhibits
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A slow-moving, educational ride showing real greenhouse technology and farming innovation.
• Best Time to Ride: Morning or during peak mealtimes when Soarin’ gets crowded.

10. Journey Into Imagination with Figment

• Type: Dark ride
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A whimsical, silly exploration of the five senses with Figment the purple dragon.
• Best Time to Ride: Usually has short waits throughout the day.

11. Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros

• Type: Indoor boat ride
• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: No
• Description: Join Donald Duck and friends on a musical journey through Mexico.
• Best Time to Ride: Anytime – usually under 15 minutes wait.

World Showcase Films & Cultural Exhibits

The different countries all have their own experience to see!

China Pavilion

• Reflections of China
  • Type: 360° Circle-Vision film
  • Description: Scenic views of Chinese landmarks, history, and people.
  • Best Time to Visit: Anytime between ride windows.

France Pavilion

• Impressions de France (Evening hours only; shared theater with Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along)
  • Type: Panoramic film
  • Description: A classical music-backed journey through the French countryside and cities.
  • Best Time to Visit: After 6:30 PM.
• Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along
  • Type: Musical film experience
  • Description: A humorous twist on the Beauty and the Beast tale, featuring sing-along lyrics. We LOVE this!! 
  • Best Time to Visit: Before 6:30 PM.

Canada Pavilion

• Canada Far and Wide
  • Type: 360° Circle-Vision film
  • Description: Explore the landscapes of Canada with narration by Catherine O’Hara and Eugene Levy.
  • Best Time to Visit: Anytime; rarely a wait.

The American Adventure Pavilion

• The American Adventure
  • Type: Audio-animatronic stage show
  • Description: An inspiring retelling of American history, featuring Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain.
  • Best Time to Visit: Anytime; the show runs on a regular schedule.

Interactive & Cultural Exhibits

• ImageWorks – The “What If” Labs
  • Type: Interactive play area
  • Location: Imagination Pavilion
  • Description: Hands-on exhibits and digital games related to imagination and creativity.
  • Best Time to Visit: Great right after Journey Into Imagination with Figment.
• ¡Celebración Encanto!
  • Location: CommuniCore Plaza (World Celebration)
  • Type: Live Show
  • Schedule: Multiple performances daily (subject to change – check the app for times)
  • Description: A fun, interactive sing-along show featuring songs from Encanto, with appearances by Mirabel onstage. Guests are encouraged to clap, sing, and dance to fan-favorite songs like “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “The Family Madrigal.”
  • Duration: Around 15–20 minutes
  • Tip: Arrive 10–15 minutes early for the best viewing spot in this open-air plaza. Shade is limited, so bring sun protection if attending midday.
• Project Tomorrow: Inventing the Wonders of the Future
  • Location: At the exit of Spaceship Earth
  • Type: Interactive exhibit/play space
  • Description: After riding Spaceship Earth, guests enter Project Tomorrow, a high-tech area with hands-on exhibits and games.
  • Best Time to Visit: After your Spaceship Earth ride or anytime you need a cool, indoor break
  • Great For: Curious kids, tech-loving teens, and families who want to stretch their legs or rest indoors
• Mission: SPACE Advanced Training Lab (Indoor Playground + Games)
  • Location: Inside Mission: SPACE, exit through gift shop or enter via the side entrance near the building
  • Type: Indoor playground and game zone
  • Height Requirement: None (playground is geared toward ages 4–12)
  • This interactive post-show area features:
    • A multilevel indoor play structure with tunnels, slides, and climbing spaces for kids
    • Space-themed arcade games and simulators
    • A mission control-style game where guests work together to launch rockets
  • Best Time to Visit: Midday when crowds peak or during rainy weather – it’s air-conditioned and underused
  • Great For: Kids who aren’t tall enough or ready for Mission: SPACE, parents looking for a break, or families with both older and younger children
• Various Gallery Exhibits (rotating)
  • Location: World Showcase (Morocco, Japan, Norway, and others)
  • Description: Explore cultural displays like “Tales of the Spirits” in Japan or Norse mythology in Norway.
  • Best Time to Visit: While exploring each country; walk-in anytime

Experiences in Hollywood Studios

List of Rides in Hollywood Studios

1. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Individual Lightning Lane (ILL)
• Description: An epic, multi-part attraction that blends a trackless dark ride, simulator, and immersive storytelling. You’re recruited by the Resistance and captured by the First Order.
• Best Time to Ride: Use ILL or rope drop. Waits often exceed 90 minutes all day. There is often a single rider line available. 

2. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

• Height Requirement: 38″ (97 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A motion simulator where you pilot the Millennium Falcon in teams (pilot, gunner, engineer) on a smuggling mission.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late evening.

3. Slinky Dog Dash

• Height Requirement: 38″ (97 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A family-friendly outdoor roller coaster through Andy’s backyard aboard Slinky Dog.
• Best Time to Ride: Rope drop or use Multi Pass. Very long waits throughout the day.

4. Toy Story Mania!

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A 4D carnival-style shooting game where you compete for high scores in a series of mini-games.
• Best Time to Ride: Use Multi Pass or ride late in the evening.

5. Alien Swirling Saucers

• Height Requirement: 32″ (81 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A spinning ride with whip-style motion as you swirl with Toy Story aliens in flying saucers.
• Best Time to Ride: Morning or during Fantasmic; short waits at night.

6. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A haunted hotel-themed drop tower where you’re caught in a supernatural elevator.
• Best Time to Ride: Use Multi Pass or ride in the last hour before park close.

7. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith (will be closing at some point soon, likely before 2026)

• Height Requirement: 48″ (122 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: An indoor launch coaster that sends you speeding through Hollywood freeways to an Aerosmith concert.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late at night. Can have long waits all day.

8. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A zany trackless dark ride where you enter a cartoon world with Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy.
• Best Time to Ride: Early or late; use Multi Pass if visiting mid-day.

9. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Multi Pass available
• Description: A motion simulator ride with randomized Star Wars destinations and characters – each ride is different.
• Best Time to Ride: Often has shorter waits mid-afternoon or after lunch.

Stage Shows & Theater Attractions

1. Fantasmic!
   • Type: Nighttime spectacular with fireworks, projections, water effects, and live characters
   • Location: Hollywood Hills Amphitheater
   • Duration: ~30 minutes
   • Tips: Arrive 30–45 minutes early for good seats. Fantasmic Dining Packages available.
2. Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage
   • Type: Broadway-style musical performance
   • Location: Theater of the Stars (Sunset Blvd)
   • Duration: ~25 minutes
   • Tips: Great mid-day option when it’s hot.
3. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!
   • Type: Live-action stunt show with explosions and fight scenes
   • Location: Echo Lake
   • Duration: ~30 minutes
   • Tips: Family-friendly; loud effects. Classic Hollywood Studios show.
4. Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
   • Type: Interactive musical show with comedy and sing-along
   • Location: Hyperion Theater
   • Duration: ~30 minutes
   • Tips: Hilarious for adults and magical for kids. Air-conditioned theater!
5. Disney Junior Play & Dance!
   • Type: Dance party for little ones with DJ and Disney Junior characters
   • Location: Animation Courtyard
   • Tips: Great for toddlers; characters include Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Timon.
6. Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie
   • Type: Short cartoon film
   • Location: Mickey Shorts Theater (near Runaway Railway)
   • Tips: Air-conditioned and rarely crowded; cute hidden Mickeys inside!
7. Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After (starting May 27th, 2025!)
   • Type: Broadway-style musical performance
   • Explained on the Disney Website as: “Behold a fiendishly funny and fantastical stage show starring iconic Disney villains… who are feeling unfairly treated.”
8. The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure 
   •  (starting May 27th, 2025!)

Character Meet & Greets (Static Locations)

7. Mickey & Minnie (Red Carpet Dreams)
   • Location: Commissary Lane
   • Costumes: Mickey in Sorcerer gear, Minnie in her Hollywood glam
8. Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight
   • Location: Echo Lake
   • Tip: Indoor meet & greet 
9. Disney Junior Stars
   • Location: Animation Courtyard
   • Characters: Vampirina, Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins, and sometimes Timon
10. Star Wars Launch Bay Meet & Greets
    • Location: Animation Courtyard
    • Characters: Darth Vader, Chewbacca, BB-8
    • Tips: Separate queues for each; good AC break
11. Sulley from Monsters, Inc.
    • Location: Pixar Place (next to Toy Story Land entrance)
    • Tip: Great photo op; usually a short wait
12. Edna Mode Experience
    • Location: Pixar Place
    • Bonus: Sometimes features rotating characters like Frozone or Mr. Incredible
13. Toy Story Characters
    • Location: Toy Story Land
    • Characters: Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear
    • Tips: Outdoor, so lines can get warm in mid-day sun
14. Mandalorian and Grogu (unscheduled roaming appearance)
    • Location: Galaxy’s Edge
    • Tip: No formal line – they roam randomly for surprise interactions
15. Stormtroopers & Kylo Ren (roaming)
    • Location: Galaxy’s Edge
    • Tip: Great candid photo opportunities

Interactive & Walkthrough Attractions

16. Star Wars: Launch Bay (Exhibit & Theater)
    • Type: Museum-style gallery with props, costumes, and Star Wars film clips
    • Location: Animation Courtyard
    • Tips: Often overlooked but great for fans
17. Walt Disney Presents
    • Type: Museum-style walk-through attraction with a film at the end
    • Location: Animation Courtyard
    • Features: Disney history, models of attractions, and upcoming park previews
    • Film: 15-min tribute to Walt Disney (optional to stay for the show, but it’s a great way to learn about Walt Disney and enjoy the AC!)

List of Rides in Animal Kingdom

1. Avatar Flight of Passage

• Height Requirement: 44″ (112 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Individual Lightning Lane (ILL)
• Description: A stunning 3D simulator where you soar on a banshee through Pandora’s breathtaking landscape.
• Best Time to Ride: Use ILL or rope drop. Wait times often exceed 90 minutes all day.

2. Na’vi River Journey

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi Pass
• Description: A slow, boat ride through the bioluminescent rainforest of Pandora, featuring the Shaman of Songs.
• Best Time to Ride: First hour of the day or during lunch/dinner hours.

The above two rides are within the World of Avatar, which is an incredible and immersive location within Animal Kingdom. I highly recommend visiting in the evening for the experience! 

3. Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain

• Height Requirement: 44″ (112 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi Pass
• Description: High-speed roller coaster through the Himalayas, including a backward section and Yeti encounter.
• Best Time to Ride: Morning or after 3 PM. There is often a single-rider line available.

4. DINOSAUR

• Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi Pass
• Description: A dark, jerky ride back in time to rescue a dinosaur moments before a meteor strike.
• Best Time to Ride: Early morning or late afternoon.

5. Kilimanjaro Safaris

• Height Requirement: None
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi Pass
• Description: 18-minute open-air safari through African savannas with real animals like elephants, lions, and giraffes.
• Best Time to Ride: Morning for active animals or dusk for more sightings.

6. Kali River Rapids

• Height Requirement: 38″ (97 cm)
• Lightning Lane: Available via Multi Pass
• Description: A whitewater rafting adventure with splashes, drops, and a chance to get soaked.
• Best Time to Ride: Midday when it’s hottest; bring a poncho or water shoes!

List of Attractions in Animal Kingdom

Live Shows & Theater Experiences

1. Festival of the Lion King
   • Type: Broadway-style live performance with acrobatics, music, and characters
   • Location: Africa (Harambe Theatre)
   • Duration: ~30 minutes
   • Tip: Arrive 20 minutes early. One of the best shows in all of Disney World.
2. Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!
   • Type: Puppetry and musical performance retelling of Finding Nemo
   • Location: Dinoland U.S.A.
   • Duration: ~25 minutes
   • Tip: Indoors and air-conditioned. Great for all ages.
3. Feathered Friends in Flight!
   • Type: Live bird show with exotic and trained birds
   • Location: Asia (near Flights of Wonder theater)
   • Duration: ~25 minutes
   • Tip: Very educational and interactive – great midday break.

Animal Trails & Exploration Areas

4. Maharajah Jungle Trek
   • Location: Asia
   • What You’ll See: Tigers, bats, exotic birds, Komodo dragon
   • Tip: Beautiful theming and usually quiet.
5. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
   • Location: Africa (near Kilimanjaro Safaris exit)
   • What You’ll See: Gorillas, hippos (with underwater view), meerkats, zebras
   • Tip: Do this after your safari for a full animal-viewing experience.
6. Discovery Island Trails
   • Location: Around the Tree of Life
   • What You’ll See: Otters, kangaroos, flamingos, tortoises, and more
   • Tip: Quiet, shaded paths – great for photos and hidden animal encounters.
7. The Oasis Exhibits
   • Location: Entrance area of the park
   • What You’ll See: Anteaters, wallabies, exotic birds
   • Tip: Often overlooked – walk slowly through on your way in or out.

Other Unique Attractions & Experiences

8. Tree of Life Awakenings (Nighttime Show)
   • Type: Projection show on the Tree of Life
   • Time: After sunset (runs every 10–15 mins)
   • Tip: Short and sweet – combine with a nighttime stroll on Discovery Island Trails.
9. The Boneyard
   • Type: Dinosaur-themed playground and dig site for kids
   • Location: DinoLand U.S.A.
   • Tip: Great for kids to run around while adults relax.
10. Animation Experience at Conservation Station
    • Type: Guided drawing class with a Disney animator
    • Location: Rafiki’s Planet Watch (accessed via Wildlife Express Train)
    • Tip: You keep your sketch! Great educational experience for school-age kids.
11. Wildlife Express Train
    • Type: Train ride to/from Rafiki’s Planet Watch
    • Duration: ~7 minutes each way
    • Tip: Relaxing ride through behind-the-scenes areas.

Character Meet & Greets & Sightings

12. Kevin (from Up)
    • Type: Roaming character
    • Location: Discovery Island
    • Tip: Kevin walks around and interacts with guests – watch for her colorful feathers!
13. Mickey & Minnie at Adventurers Outpost
    • Location: Discovery Island
    • Outfits: Safari gear
    • Tip: Indoor meet & greet with PhotoPass; usually a standby line.
14. Donald’s Dino-Bash!
    • Location: Dinoland U.S.A.
    • Characters: Donald, Daisy, Chip, Dale, Launchpad McQuack (rotating)
    • Tip: Characters are in fun dino costumes – adorable for photos!
15. Floating Character Flotillas (on Discovery River). Tip: No line – just wave from the bridges or walkways!
    • Characters Might Include:
      • Pocahontas
      • Timon & Rafiki
      • Goofy & Pluto
      • Mickey & Minnie
      • Scrooge McDuck & Launchpad

Need To Know About Each Park 

Some helpful details about each park to help you determine which parks you may want to visit. 

Magic Kingdom

• ~20+ rides 
• ~15 attractions 
• Vibe: classic, whimsical, quintessential Disney experience
• Best for: first-time visitors, families with young kids, anyone looking for a nostalgic feel 

Epcot

• ~11 rides 
• ~25 attractions 
• Vibe: educational, focused on history, culinary arts, and experiences 
• Best for: Adults, foodies, festival lovers, or families looking for some thrilling rides

Animal Kingdom

• ~7 rides 
• ~15+ attractions 
• Vibe: serene, natural, part-zoo and part adventure park
• Best for: Animal lovers and anyone looking for immersive theming 

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

• ~9 rides 
• ~15 attractions 
• Vibe: Action-packed, immersive, and heavily focused on movies like Star Wars and Toy Story
• Best for: Families with older kids who enjoy thrill rides, younger kids who love Frozen or Disney Jr, and Star Wars fans. Personally, this is my least favorite park as it gets extremely crowded, but it is a must do if you LOVE Star Wars, Galaxy’s Edge is INCREDIBLE.

I hope this is a helpful list of everything you can do within the four main Walt Disney World theme parks. Don’t forget that there are also two water parks and Disney Springs to enjoy while you are on your Disney World vacation! 

Are you looking for a printable list of rides in Disney World? Check out the list via this link! 

If you are looking for more Walt Disney World tips, be sure to check out the Disney page of To Travel and Beyond!