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.
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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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Dianna says
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Samantha Plotkin says
I love them all! Space Mountain is my “classic” favorite, with Rock n Roller coaster and Expedition Everest a very close second and third.
Barrie says
Glad they have this for kids! My teen could have used it when she was younger!
claudia davis says
Splash Mountain is the best thrill ride in Disney. Its not too scary and on a hot day, which is frequent in that area, the water makes me feel so refreshed.
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Hayley says
A lot of those rides are new since the last time I went to Disney! But my husband wants to take us next year, and I bet he would LOVE the Star Wars ride, which I would I’m sure have to accompany him on (I don’t like rides). I will for sure be packing Dramamine for myself!
S Riches says
Splash Mountain is my favorite because on a hot Florida day being close to water is what I want.
Adriane says
I like Space Mountain – it’s fast and smooth 🙂
Adriane says
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Sarah L says
It’s been over 40 years since I was there and don’t remember any of the rides. I want to win to pay for this summer’s trips.
Thanks for the contest.
Sarah L says
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Leela says
The Rock n’ Roller Coaster because it looks like a lot of fun.
janetfaye says
I would like the Expedition Everest.ride if I ever visit Disney..
Brittney House says
I love the thunder mountain ride. I like thrill rides and I like the speed of this ride.
clynsg says
I am not into any of the real ‘roller coaster’ type rides, but have always enjoyed Pirates of the Caribbean because of the visual activity. You have to go several times just to catch all of the action, and I am sure that (if they still have it, since it has been several years since my last visit) they have added some new ones.
Denise C says
I love the Florida version of Tower of Terror. I live near Disneyland & California Adventure and go there often, and the Florida version of Tower of Terror is so different from the one here at California Adventure. I actually do find the ride terrifying, especially because you never know what’s going to happen. My husband and I take bets right before the action starts if we begin by going up, or down. 😉 And I guess now I’ll have to travel out to Florida to do this ride, seeing how they just rebranded the ride out here in California!
Kate F. says
My favorite Disney thrill ride is Space Mountain because it’s fast and exciting.
Jessica K. says
Space Mountain is my favorite thrill ride. I rode it when I was younger it was one of the first thrill rides I ever got to ride. I loved it and it has remained my favorite.
Donna Blackmore says
star tours is the one
Erika says
I’ve never been to Disney World, but I always need Dramamine when I travel!
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