Love thrilling attractions at Disney theme parks? Come experience the 12 Best Walt Disney World Thrill Rides for top thrill seekers! This post is sponsored by Dramamine®. All thrilling travel opinions are my own.
12 Best Walt Disney World Thrill Rides
From roller coasters to spinners to some of the best Disney memories, what are the top unique thrill rides at Walt Disney World? With the BlogHer conference coming to my hometown of Orlando this year, a Walt Disney World trip is at the top of my travel list. Come experience the 12 Best Walt Disney World Thrill Rides in this thrilling list of top attractions from this local Walt Disney World lover. See why each ride is a must-do for thrill seekers traveling to Orlando, Florida.
Are you up for the challenge?
Enjoy The Best Thrill Rides, Without Motion Sickness
While I love experiencing all of the best thrill rides at Walt Disney World, I admit that I am prone to severe motion sickness. And if you’ve ever been as green around the gills as I have been, then you know that one moment can ruin your entire vacation. Don’t let your motion sickness get in the way of your love of thrill rides and Disney memories.
That’s why I always pack Dramamine® Non-Drowsy Naturals when we travel. Dramamine® has always been my #1 over-the-counter brand (and America’s too!) to help me treat and prevent my severe motion sickness. And this summer, I have Dramamine® Non-Drowsy Naturals packed for all of our summer adventures. One dose contains the full clinically-tested ginger dosage for the prevention and treatment of motion sickness. Since it’s made from natural ginger, Dramamine® Non-Drowsy Naturals is safe to use every day – even when on the most thrilling rides. I just take a dose 30 minutes before I jump onto a ride so I can enjoy all the best Walt Disney World thrill rides – with no motion sickness!
Big Thunder Mountain
Because we all “DUCK” when we go under the dinosaur bones. This rickety G-force induced train ride is classic Walt Disney World thrills – and has to be a part of this list. HAS to.
Space Mountain
And then you take Thunder Mountain and place it in complete darkness. Terrifyingly fun. The twists, turns, and drops become that much more exhilarating when you can’t see them coming. At all.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Heigh ho! Heigh ho! It’s off on a thrilling adventure we go! One of the newest thrill rides at Walt Disney World; the long lines prove that this unique coaster is worth waiting for. What makes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train so thrillingly fun? The extra “X” factor with swinging side-to-side bucket seats!
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Tea Cups
Why did Tea Cups make this list? Because this thrill ride hides behind a mask of childhood innocence. You think it’s going to be a tame ride, right? I mean look at all of the kids that are screaming with delight! But then the wheel starts turning faster and faster and all of a sudden it hits you…complete heart pounding spinning disorientation.
Star Tours
If you’re about as excited as I am for Star Wars land, then this Star Wars inspired thrill ride is a MUST! Star Tours has changed a bunch over the years, but the results are always the same. A thrilling chase through space in this high speed 3D simulation ride.
Soarin’
This popular Epcot attraction takes to the skies! While seemingly tame as you glide along some of the best travel destinations in the world, the 40-foot ride off of the ground and 80-foot curved dome screen definitely adds to the thrill factor of this ride for a full sensory experience!
Splash Mountain
A thrilling water ride? Yes, please! When Florida temperatures rise, Splash Mountain keeps thrill seekers cool with a dropping good time! Plunge over 52 feet in this unique Disney log flume ride.
Expedition Everest
Terrifying heights, a Yeti and a thrilling roller coaster ride backwards – this is Expedition Everest. Animal Kingdom would not be the same without this one-of-a-kind coaster experience – and some of the best views of this Walt Disney World park!
Test Track
Buckle up thrill seekers! Conquer tight turns, steep hills and over 60 mph top speeds in this thrilling car ride! Test Track at Epcot is definitely one of our family thrill ride favorites, and also happens to be the fastest thrill ride at Walt Disney World. Beep beep!
Tower of Terror
Going down? And down…and down? My stomach is already in my throat thinking about the Tower of Terror ride at Hollywood Studios. This heart dropping elevator ride lowers guests at thrilling speeds – at unpredictable times.
Rock n’ Roller Coaster
Rock n’ roll will never be the same again. Go from 0 to 57 mph in 2.8 seconds in this Aerosmith inspired roller coaster. Featuring corkscrews and upside down loops, it is one of the most accelerating thrills at Disney World.
Mission: Space
Thrill seekers will want to go “ORANGE” for this centrifugal motion simulator thrill ride. Board your spacecraft and complete a mission to Mars as you experience liftoff and simulate space G-forces.
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Amy Tong says
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Tracy Robertson says
My favorite is the It’s A Small World ride, LOL! I love Disney, but have never been into the thrill rides. I wouldn’t even go as a kid, I guess I’m chicken.
Tracy Robertson says
I tweeted
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Denise L says
Hmmmm…we don’t do Disney, but I love a good wooden roller coaster. My hubs not so much. But if he had Dramamine, he might! He get motion sickness pretty easily.
Denise L says
tweeted- https://twitter.com/dmarie824/status/877234844648038400
Mita says
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Mita says
We enjoyed Space Mountain,fun time.
Jenn Hen says
never been, but i would love splash mountain! looks so fun!
Mike S. says
I haven’t been to Disney World since I was a kid – something like 30 years ago now – but my son is begging to go just about every day. Back then, I liked the Michael Jackson ride/film Captain EO. I think I’ve still got some souvenirs from that trip in a box somewhere. I also got spit on by a whale that trip… oh to be a kid again. If I were to go again, I’m sure the Star Tours Star Wars ride would be my new favorite.
Mike S. says
entry 2 – https://twitter.com/skarydrunkguy/status/877416785817079809
April says
I’ve not been on most of the rides as I’ve only been to Disneyland as a child and to DisneyWorld once. I did enjoy the safari ride at Animal Kingdom but it isn’t much of a thrill ride.
Claire says
I love the Tower of Terror at Disneyland because you never know when they’re gonna drop you! Haven’t been on the Guardians of the Galaxy version yet though.
vickie couturier says
good information,ill be going with my grandkids and want to be prepared
rachel says
I haven’t been to Disney since I was 8 but if I were to go, I’d use Dramamine. My body can’t handle thrill rides anymore! haha
Terri S. says
My 2 granddaughters had so much fun at Disney World in Florida on their Easter break. They rode the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and loved it! 🙂
donna porter says
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donna porter says
It has been around 40 years since I have been to Disney World. i was young but do remember I had a great time!
Paol Trenny says
My favorite ride is Space Mountain because the darkness make the ride more thrilling and fun.
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Dianna says
Great post about Disney — makes me wish I was there!
My favorite ride is Toy Story Mania. I don’t like the bigger roller coasters (heights!!). Toy Story has a fun 3D aspect and I love to try to beat my kids at it!