The Top Disney Attractions You Can’t Miss

By: - August 28, 2018

Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can be just as daunting as it is exciting. There is so much to do that trying to fit it all into one trip is almost impossible. There are four theme parks and two water parks with hundreds of things to do. Here are the can’t-miss rides, attractions and restaurants on Walt Disney World property.


1.Haunted Mansion – Magic Kingdom

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The Haunted Mansion is a classic Walt Disney World ride. Move through to see all 999 spooky ghosts and creatures that have been haunting the mansion. The line includes fun interactive parts that range from a secret library to a musical crypt.


2. Wild Africa Trek – Animal Kingdom

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Get an in depth look at animals from the African safari on this three hour trek. Your guide will lead you through an adventure featuring an up close experience with the animals. At the end of your trek you will receive a photo code with access to free professional photos from your trip.


3. Spaceship Earth – Epcot

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Spaceship Earth is located in the big iconic sphere at Epcot. This ride takes you back in time to different points in history that have helped shaped today’s communications technology.


4. Summit Plummet – Blizzard Beach

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Summit Plummet is Blizzard Beach’s most extreme ride. Plummet down a 120-foot drop and finish with a big splash landing and a digital clock that reads your top speed.


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5. Be Our Guest Restaurant – Magic Kingdom

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Munch on French-Inspired cuisine in the Beast’s Castle. There are three different themed dining rooms to choose from; The Grand Ballroom, The West Wing and The Castle Gallery.


6. Rainforest Cafe – Animal Kingdom & Disney Springs

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A tropical jungle themed restaurant that features a thunderstorm every 30 minutes. The look and sounds of the restaurant make you feel like you’re really in a rainforest!


7. Soarin’ – Epcot

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See amazing landmarks from all over the world from a bird’s-eye view. From the Sydney Harbor to the Great Wall of China, there are many beautiful places in the world to be explored.


8. Space Mountain – Magic Kingdom

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Space Mountain is another popular Walt Disney World ride! This indoor roller coaster is famous for its fast speed rocket ship winding through a dark room illuminated only by tiny lights.


9. Rivers of Light – Animal Kingdom

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Enjoy a show of full of lights, color and songs to end your day at Animal Kingdom! This show occurs every ten minutes after sunset and features lanterns that shape into different animals.


10. Mission: SPACE – Epcot

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Mission: SPACE offers two different missions. The Orange Mission is an intense trip to Mars that spins and tilts to stimulate the speed and G-forces of a spacecraft launch. The Green Mission is a light movement simulator that orbits the Earth.


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11. People Mover – Magic Kingdom

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A narrated tour that gives you a behind the scenes look at Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin and other popular Magic Kingdom attractions. The People Mover is a great place to cool off and give your feet a break after a long day of fun at Magic Kingdom.


12. Festival of the Lion King – Animal Kingdom

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The Festival of the Lion King is a musical show celebrating Simba and his friends! This is an upbeat, exciting and interactive show featuring songs and characters from The Lion King.


13. Living with the Land – Epcot

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This ride takes you on a journey through different types of ecosystems to show the different ways and types of food that is grown on Disney property. Learn about different plants from around the world in the four greenhouses throughout the tour.


14. Festival of Fantasy Parade – Magic Kingdom

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The Festival of Fantasy Parade tells the story of several different Disney movies or stories while playing catchy music to match. The parade occurs only once a day so you don’t want to miss it!


15. Na’vi River Journey – Animal Kingdom

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This is a gentle boat ride down the river with amazing sights to see such as caves and glowing plants.


16. Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros – Epcot

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See the iconic sights of Mexico from Chichen Itza to Acapulco while you travel on this gentle boat ride inspired by the Disney film The Three Caballeros.


17. Cinderella’s Royal Table Restaurant – Magic Kingdom

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Visit with classic Disney princesses while dining at Cinderella’s Castle for a unique and unforgettable experience. Don’t forget to dress up as your favorite Disney prince or princess!


18. Kilimanjaro Safaris – Animal Kingdom

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Journey through an African safari to see live animals such as lions, giraffes, rhinos and so many more. Every tour is different, every single time! This is one of the most popular rides at Animal Kingdom for a reason!


19. Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular – Hollywood Studios

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A nighttime show showing the most memorable Star Wars moments. The show features several projection, laser and lighting effects.


20. Splash Mountain – Magic Kingdom

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A log flume water ride guaranteed to get you soaked from head to toe. Splash Mountain offers several drops, twists and turns. It also features different critters singing songs from Disney’s movie Songs of the South.


21. Expedition Everest – Animal Kingdom

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Expedition Everest is a thrill ride that features several big drops. Take a train through the Himalayan Mountains and see what happens when a track is broken!


22. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! – Hollywood Studios

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An interactive show about Indy and Marion where they perform stunts with special effects to show how the movie making magic works.


23. Disney’s Family Magic Tour – Magic Kingdom

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Help solve riddles on this interactive adventure through Magic Kingdom. Make your way through the park using different clues to help discover many magical surprises!


24. Kali River Rapids – Animal Kingdom

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Kali River Rapids is a river raft ride that moves through a jungle landscape. You are guaranteed to get wet on this ride!


25. Fantasmic! – Hollywood Studios

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A nighttime show that that includes all your favorite Disney princesses, heroes and villains battling it out.


26. Thunder Mountain – Magic Kingdom

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Travel through caverns in a high speed mine train in this insanely popular ride. Thunder Mountain is known for its speed and big drops.


27. DINOSAUR – Animal Kingdom

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Travel back in time to rescue a dinosaur from extinction before a meteor hits and wipes out the dinosaur population.


28. Tower of Terror – Hollywood Studios

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Step into the famous Hollywood Tower Hotel to learn about its haunted past. Take the elevator to get a view from the 13th floor before the elevator drops you down.


29. Avatar Flight of Passage – Animal Kingdom

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A 3D simulation ride lets you see the beauty of Pandora while riding on top of a mountain banshee. Avatar Flight of Passage is found in Pandora – The World of Avatar.


30. Toy Story Mania! – Hollywood Studios

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Toy Story Mania! combines carnival games and a gentle ride to compete with your friends and family by shooting targets to get the most points. Winner gets bragging rights!


31. Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise – Magic Kingdom

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Hop aboard a Disney Ferry Boat as it cruises through the Seven Seas Lagoon for a spectacular view of the the fireworks. The Cruise includes dessert and speciality drinks (with or without alcohol).


32. Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival – Epcot

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Every year, Epcot hosts the flower and garden festival that features many beautiful designs of floral beds and shrubbery. Try to find your favorite Disney character or hidden Mickey’s throughout the park!


33. Star Tours – The Adventure Continues – Hollywood Studios

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A 3D motion stimulation flight to popular places in the Star Wars films.


34. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – Magic Kingdom

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Children of all ages can get it in on the Halloween fun at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. With spooky themed treats and surprises, kids are able to safely trick-or-treat in the happiest place on Earth!


35. Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Epcot

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The food and wine festival is an annual celebration of different foods, wines and cultures from all over. Travel around the world to try out unique cuisine and drinks from different places all over the world.


36. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster – Hollywood Studios

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Aerosmith gave you backstage passes to their show but you’re gonna be late! Race through LA on this high speed roller coaster to make it to the show on time.


37. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – Magic Kingdom

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Ring in the holidays at the happiest place on earth! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a celebration of Christmas magic. Watch wonderful Christmas parades and firework shows while indulging yourself with special holiday treats.


38. Test Track – Epcot

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Test Track allows you to design a car and race against other designs in four different tests. This ride tests capability, responsiveness, efficiency and power.


39. Crush ‘n’ Gusher – Typhoon Lagoon

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This two person raft ride moves through an abandoned fruit-processing plant. There are three different fruit chutes (slides) to choose from; Pineapple Plunger, Coconut Crusher or Banana Blast.


40. Happily Ever After Fireworks – Magic Kingdom

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Finish off your day at Magic Kingdom with a magical firework show! Happily Ever After has several lasers, lights on projections on Cinderella’s castle that captures the magic of many different Disney movies and contemporary versions of popular Disney songs.

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