Walt Disney World’s Tomorrowland Fun Facts. Post sponsored by Disney. All out of this world opinions are my own
10 Disney World’s Tomorrowland Fun Facts
I’ve lived in Florida since the 5th grade. I’ve been to Disney World more times than any other theme park combined. Disney World’s Tomorrowland was the place where we sprinted for the Space Mountain line before it got crowded. It’s where we would sit and relax after a day of walking on the People Mover. So many years of just passing everything by. But now, I have a new appreciation for the world of Tomorrow.
Want to know how fast those Speedway Cars run or how to get the most points at Buzz Lightyear? Which ride is older than the land itself? Check out these 10 Fun Facts for Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland.
1. Tomorrowland officially opened on October 1, 1971.
The first ride wasn’t open until December 1, 1971, Flight to the Moon.
2. Upon opening, the land was unfinished.
The original design wasn’t complete until 1975.
3. The oldest ride in Tomorrowland is actually older than the land itself.
The original Carousel of Progress from the 1964 World’s Fair is housed right here in Tomorrowland.
4. The Palm Trees used to open during the day and close at night.
Since then they have been reinforced with steel.
5. The Tomorrowland Speedway Cars move at a whopping 7.5 miles per hour on 9 horsepower engines.
I’m still waiting for them to be replaced with hovercrafts.
6. The Tomorrowland Transit Authority is actually powered by electromagnets that attract and repel to move along the track
At it’s fastest, the TTA runs at 6.8 miles per hour. It’s the oldest surviving ride of the 1994 makeover (originally called the WEDway PeopleMover). Today it’s still lovingly nicknamed the PeopleMover.
7. There’s actually 4 different targets to aim for at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Ride.
Circle, Square, Triangle and Diamond. Diamond gets you the most points.
8. Development of Space Mountain took ten years for the concept, and 2 years of building
Space Mountain was one of the first roller coasters to be built completely indoors. Designed by John Hench, the iconic mountain was built with the support beams showing on the outside of the building to give a smooth surface for the stars and meteors to project off inside.
9. The ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter was an infamous attraction in Tomorrowland that was open from 1995 to 2003 in the Magic Kingdom.
It was an 18 minute theatrical experience now replaced by Stitch’s Great Escape. A much less scary attraction, children no longer have nightmares from this ride.
10. The Astro Orbiter completes 11 rotations per minute.
It also gives you one of the best views of the park
Speaking of amazing views, you can capture a view of the future starting today! Disney’s Tomorrowland movie is now in theaters and the mystery surround this story is grasping! So check out this out of the world experience in theaters and at Disney World with Tomorrowland!
- Like TOMORROWLAND on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyTomorrowland
- Follow Disney Pictures on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DisneyPictures with hashtag #Tomorrowland
- Visit the official TOMORROWLAND website: www.Disney.com/Tomorrowland
TOMORROWLAND movie in theaters NOW!
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Debbie Welchert says
What a lot of great info I never knew. I have been to Disney World only once and remember having a great time. I would love to take my grandchildren there some day.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I am looking forward to this movie. It looks awesome.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
This was a really interesting read. I wish the palm trees still opened and closed. =(
Pam says
How cool that the palm trees used to open and close. That would have been neat to see.
Maralea says
I am super anxious to see this movie. I would love to go to Disney World one day!
Liz Mays says
I remember that alien encounter attraction. It was really cool! I didn’t know the palm trees opened and closed!
Kecia says
Love, love, love this movie! I was so excited to be part of the #TomorrowlandEvent. The film is definitely a refreshing change to most of the future-based movies out these days.
Amber C. says
How awesome is that! I had no idea! We actually got to see a special early showing of Tomorrowland and it was an AWESOME movie!
Megan @mnmspecial says
I haven’t been to any of the Disney parks, but I think Tomorrowland sound like a cool place. The movie also looks exciting. I’m sure my older kids would love to see it.
Ronni says
It has been such a long time since I’ve been to the park! I really would love to take the kids soon. Interesting facts! I do remember those palm trees!
Debbie Denny says
I need to go back. Great fact about it.
Travel Blogger says
Honestly, I don’t think I knew any of those facts! The history of Disney never ceases to amaze me.
Jeanine says
So awesome. These photos make me want to head to Disney. I’ve never been. Look at those palm trees. Never seen them in my life! Lol. Love all the hype surrounding Tomorrowland. Can’t wait to see it!
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
I want to take my kids to Disney World. I hope I can sometime.
Crystal says
I have to beat my kids when we go on the Buzz Lightyear ride. Now that I know about the diamonds, I’m guaranteed to win.
Chrysa says
I have been to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland, but never to Disney World. I have to get there soon!
Veronica says
It looks like a great movie. In fact I am sure it will be
Demetra @SweetSavant says
These photos make me want to head to Disney. We just saw the movie and it was incredible, a must see!
Tonia says
I wish I could’ve spent more time at Magic Kingdom. I didn’t get to get on the raceway. I loved Tomorrowland though. What a fun area of the park.
Linda Manns says
I just can’t wait to go back to Disney and to see this movie with George Clooney. Thank you so much for sharing this