Visiting Walt Disney World? Ten Rides You Shouldn't Miss!

You have spent a lot of money and time planning this dream holiday at Disney World. Obviously, you'll want to make the most out of your time in the park, and you would naturally want to avoid wasting time lining up for rides that you may not even enjoy. It's a good idea to save both your time and energy on the good stuff. Here's how.

First Stop Is Tomorrowland's Space Mountain

Undoubtedly, one of the favorites at Magic Kingdom is the Space Mountain. No wonder. You can already feel the suspense while still waiting on the queue, and your anticipation is heightened as you watch the illuminated cars zooming through the track in pitch darkness. As the high speed coaster travels on the dual tracks, all you will see are asteroids and meteors falling all around you.

Second Stop Is Adventureland's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Still in the Magic Kingdom, this roller coaster is fashioned after a 19th century gold mining train and is a little bit more low key. Kids as young as 7 years old can already get on this ride.

Third Stop Dinosaur

At times pretty scary, you'll want to leave the kids with grandma for this Animal Kingdom ride. You will be on a "time machine", taking a virtual trip back in time of the dinosaurs with a researcher looking for an Iguanodon. Look out for the giants roaring overhead because they're definitely not friendly!

Fourth Stop Primeval Whirl

You might be wondering if there really is truth in the theory that meteors killed all the dinosaurs. This whimsical, cheerfully decorated coaster and track at Animal Kingdom will whip you back in time to find out. Not for everyone, since the jerking can be pretty robust.

Fifth Stop Expedition Everest

One of the best rated Disney attractions, as well as the newest, is the Expedition Everest. Disney's tallest coaster is also one of the few that not only goes forwards, it goes backwards, as well. With speeds of up to 50 miles per hour, only kids ages 10 and above can go on this Animal Kingdom ride.

Sixth Stop Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin

A Magic Kingdom must for every fan of Toy Story. Com'on, don't you want to grab yourself a laser gun and join Star Command as it takes off on a mission to battle Evil Emperor Zurg? Kids of all ages will enjoy this interactive ride.

Seventh Stop Star Tours

Head over to Hollywood Studios if you appreciate Star Wars, are at least eight, and don't mind the dark. This is one very awesome experience. Fly to the Moon Endor and get attacked by enemy warships as flight simulators take you through an interactive movie made by George Lucas.

Eighth Stop Rock n Roll Coaster

Crank up the Aerosmith music, Steven Tyler wants to take you to a rock concert on a journey backlit in neon. Steven Tyler and neon? This is definitely something you can't miss! The pre-show is a bit longer than the actual ride at Hollywood Studios, but the inversions and corkscrews definitely make the whole experience worth it.

Ninth Stop Astro Orbiter

Right on top of the People Mover's platform is where you'll find the Astro Orbiter, giving you a fantastic view of Tomorrowland. From a car that looks like a rocket ship you'll travel among the orbiting planets.

Last But Not Least Peter Pan's Flight

And of course, we've saved the best for last. Everyone dreams of flying. On this ride you'll go to Neverland not on wings but on flying pirate ships that take you on a delightful, adventure-filled journey into the Peter Pan story.

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