This Magic Kingdom journey information opinions the most effective & worst points of interest with numerical scores, plus data & ideas for every part in Walt Disney World’s hottest park. When you’re planning a WDW trip, you have to know which rides and reveals are to not be missed, and what you may skip. (Up to date April 11, 2023.)
We’ve up to date this information to Magic Kingdom points of interest for 2023 now that Splash Mountain has closed and Walt Disney World’s fiftieth Anniversary has lastly ended. On a constructive word, this additionally implies that TRON Lightcycle Run has lastly debuted and Fortunately Ever After has made its triumphant return. These are two big additions to the Magic Kingdom leisure and journey roster, and aren’t the one issues–a number of meet & greets and character experiences have additionally returned already in 2023! We’ll hold you posted on every part that’s altering in our 2023 Walt Disney World Refurbishment Calendar.
This could assist offer you an thought of which Magic Kingdom rides and points of interest are must-see for you–which incorporates headliners and sleeper picks–and which of them you gained’t have time to do. When you’re planning a go to to Walt Disney World within the coming 12 months, it’s vital to notice that issues are nonetheless altering on a weekly foundation. We replace this publish commonly, however if you’d like all the most recent information and updates, we suggest subscribing to our free e mail publication.
In fact, everybody’s preferences will fluctuate. We love some traditional reveals which might be unpopular with most people, and also you may need to skip these…or see what the quirky or irreverent enchantment is. Or, you may simply need an air-conditioned break from the crowds. Likewise, small children can’t journey curler coasters, teenagers might not like so-called kiddie rides, and so on., so we’ll additionally present a quick description of each attraction to offer you an thought of whether or not explicit points of interest could be good suits for your loved ones.
Additionally remember the fact that this information covers solely Magic Kingdom, which is the fort park at Walt Disney World. For the opposite theme and water parks, seek the advice of the next:
When you’ve got youngsters, you also needs to seek the advice of our full checklist of points of interest with top necessities at Walt Disney World. A number of of the extra standard points of interest in Magic Kingdom have top necessities.
Not every part on our “Prime Magic Kingdom Points of interest” checklist is a headliner or E-Ticket attraction that pulls big crowds. We predict it is a good factor–standard points of interest are standard for a motive, and most of the people gained’t should be instructed that they need to expertise them. It’s the opposite, less-popular points of interest that spherical out a day within the park, and experiencing the “proper” less-popular points of interest could make or break your day.
A day within the Magic Kingdom is about selection, and lots of points of interest with quick line or no waits are additionally distinctive–simply not in a ‘knock-your-socks-off’ approach. You could possibly spend all day ready in traces to expertise the “Magic Kingdom Mountain Vary” a number of occasions every as a result of they’re thrilling, but when all you care about is thrills, you aren’t having a well-rounded expertise. Doing the sleeper attraction picks additionally means much less time spent in traces, which is all the time a plus.
We suggest you could have at the very least one full day to spend in Magic Kingdom, with 2 full days being ideally suited. Seek the advice of our 1-Day Magic Kingdom Itinerary and 2-Day Magic Kingdom Itinerary for a step-by-step strategy to your day, past these opinions and ideas. You might have kind of time relying on what number of day tickets you buy and whether or not you add on the Park Hopper possibility (learn our Walt Disney World Ticket Information to find out which tickets are finest for you).
Now let’s check out the most effective and worst points of interest in Magic Kingdom…
Prime Magic Kingdom Points of interest
Pirates of the Caribbean (10/10) — Pirates of the Caribbean is a boat-ride again in time to the times when pirates dominated the Caribbean. The points of interest options Audio Animatronics pirates, together with Captain Jack Sparrow, partaking in swashbuckling mayhem. The journey now has a re-imagined public sale scene with a brand new redheaded feminine pirate.
That is nice enjoyable for friends of all ages (the darkness and gunfire may scare actually younger youngsters). It accommodates nice element, tons of characters, a catchy music.
Haunted Mansion (10/10) — The Haunted Mansion is a slow-moving darkish journey that’s residence to 999 comfortable haunts which might be dying to satisfy you. No additional rationalization ought to be needed.
When you aren’t aware of the premise of the Haunted Mansion, you’re in all probability dwelling beneath a rock. Within the Haunted Mansion, the ghosts are the extra jovial, singing kind, so it shouldn’t startle younger youngsters, however it’s darkish. That is one other attraction that you are able to do every time.
TRON Lightcycle Run (9/10) – Indoor/outside curler coaster set on ‘The Grid’ from the TRON movies. Assume Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster combined with Area Mountain, however on TRON Lightcycles. After its building was unfold out over 5 years, that is the latest attraction at Walt Disney World, and one that doesn’t disappoint–other than its period. There are quite a few nods to Tron all through, and it has visible results to create the impression you’re racing round The Grid. We extremely suggest doing this at evening–the kinetic vitality and lighting of The Add Conduit cover is great.
Be aware that TRON Lightcycle Run at the moment doesn’t provide a standby line. See our Digital Queue Technique Information for TRON Lightcycle Run or Particular person Lightning Lanes at Walt Disney World: Pricing & Information for the right way to expertise the attraction. (The digital queue is free, whereas the Lightning Lane is a paid upcharge.) To that finish, learn our complete Trip Evaluate: Is TRON Lightcycle Run Price Your Time or Cash? to find out if the trouble or costly is justified.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice (9.5/10) – Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice is now a number of years outdated, however nonetheless the latest journey in Magic Kingdom. It’s additionally one of the standard at Walt Disney World. The coaster’s strengths are its Audio-Animatronics, theming, and nice circulate. The most important weak spot is its quick period–every part about this can leaving you wanting extra, and never essentially in a great way. It’s a tad unsatisfying.
This curler coaster darkish journey hybrid has a 38″ top requirement, however could be very clean and mustn’t hassle these with delicate fears of heights. Do Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice simply earlier than the park closes; don’t do it very first thing within the morning until you need to do precisely the identical factor virtually everybody else does.
Massive Thunder Mountain Railroad (9/10) — A visitor favourite, Massive Thunder Mountain a curler coaster themed as a runaway mine prepare on a journey by way of the barren panorama of the Outdated West. Cling onto your hats and glasses, as a result of Massive Thunder Mountain Railroad is “the wildest journey within the wilderness!” Do it comparatively early or late at evening.
Area Mountain (8/10) — Area Mountain is a darkish curler coaster by way of outer area. There’s cool theming right here, a blast-off tunnel, and music to boost the expertise. It additionally has attention-grabbing post-show scenes in area. This curler coaster has a 44″ top requirement. Prioritize Area Mountain early within the morning or late at evening.
Enchanted Tales with Belle (9/10) – An elaborate character encounter in New Fantasyland, the draw of Enchanted Tales with Belle actually relies upon upon the visitor. Everybody will probably be impressed by the know-how utilized in it, and there are a few actual ‘wow moments’ that make this a should do. With that stated, solely young children and their mother and father (viewing it by way of the eyes of their children) are more likely to benefit from the precise expertise, which is a bit hokey. Nonetheless, it’s an excellent evolution of the meet & greet idea, and is bound to depart a long-lasting impression on its audience.
Pageant of Fantasy Parade (9.5/10) – That is the primary Magic Kingdom daytime parade in a very long time that I’ve cherished. It’s formidable, and huge in scale and scope. The parade floats are all massive, detailed and have plenty of substance to them. The float that has captured everybody’s consideration is the steampunk-esque Maleficent float, and that is comprehensible as a result of it breathes hearth.
The Courageous, Tangled, Peter Pan, and Monstro floats are equally properly carried out. Add to this performers in costumes which have plenty of element, a catchy soundtrack, and an excellent vitality, and you’ve got a parade that’s an actual winner. Try our Pageant of Fantasy Parade Ideas publish for finest viewing locations and extra.
Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire (8/10) – The most recent Cinderella Citadel daytime stage present in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, having debuted final spring. That is just like previous ‘smile and dance’ reveals on the fort stage, and arguably a bit higher. Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire drops the pretense of a plot, and lets the present exist only for the sake of current, as a enjoyable pageant with Mickey and varied characters dancing and singing. The costuming can be fairly good, and there are differences due to the season of the present, including to its rewatchability.
Fortunately Ever After (10/10) – There isn’t a extra becoming of a solution to shut a day within the Magic Kingdom than with fireworks. The brand new fireworks present is Fortunately Ever After, which changed Needs. As we write in our Fortunately Ever After Evaluate, this is likely one of the finest fireworks reveals Disney has ever carried out, anyplace. It’s completely to not be missed.
We suggest viewing Fortunately Ever After from Primary Avenue USA. The precise finest & worst spots are shared through color-coded map with accompanying explanations in our Magic Kingdom Fireworks Viewing Information. There are additionally a number of ‘hidden gem’ places if you wish to get away from the crowds.
Nation Bear Jamboree (8.5/10) – A stage present that includes Audio Animatronics singing bears from the South, Nation Bear Jamboree is a find it irresistible or hate it attraction. When you surveyed a random pattern of Disney friends, a superb portion would in all probability disagree with our rating for Nation Bear Jamboree. They’re unsuitable.
Nation Bear Jamboree is a nuanced, sharp, and irreverent present that many friends and youngsters will respect. It loses some extent right here is as a result of the present was shortened to take away the most effective jokes and due to the bears’ situation. Do Nation Bear Jamboree every time.
Jungle Cruise (8.5/10) — Jungle Cruise is a ship journey by way of the rivers of Adventureland that encounters hippos, lions, and piranhas, and so on., alongside the way in which. The true spotlight right here is the continuous zingers of the skippers who pilot the boats. When you don’t respect dry, deliberately corny, or self-aware humor, it’s possible you’ll not like Jungle Cruise. We’ve seen a lot of friends exit the Jungle Cruise with confused appears to be like on their faces. It’s extremely skipper-dependent. When you get a poor skipper, this could possibly be a 4/10 journey–our 8.5 ranking assumes a superb skipper. Do that earlier within the day.
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room (8/10) – Enchanted Tiki Room is a 15-minute musical serenade from Audio Animatronics birds in a theater-in-the-round. You’ve in all probability heard these catchy songs earlier than; the enjoyable music of this attraction, and its historical past, makes it an attraction to not be missed. The theater is darkish, however it ought to be effective for teenagers.
Peter Pan’s Flight (9/10) — This attracts a number of the longest traces in Magic Kingdom; arrive proper at park opening or proper earlier than park shut, you may take into account skipping Peter Pan’s Flight. It’s iconic as a result of it takes friends in “flying” ships above London and Neverland, which is what makes this attraction magical. Nonetheless, it’s older and wishes each a observe alternative and scene modernization. The brand new interactive queue does assist make the lengthy wait in line extra bearable.
‘it’s a small world’ (8.5/10) — The long-lasting attraction that includes the youngsters of the world and that music. Once more, until you reside beneath a rock, you’re aware of it. Strains are by no means all that lengthy, it’s good for friends of all ages, and is a calming boat journey. Expertise this every time.
Beneath the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid (8/10) – This Little Mermaid darkish journey is likely one of the hottest rides within the park, however excessive capability and its location forestall traces from ever getting too lengthy. There are a few cool scenes and Audio Animatronics, and the queue is actually cool, however it doesn’t fairly ship on the potential of a contemporary darkish journey. Do that early-on after different Fantasyland darkish rides, or in direction of the top of the day.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant (7/10) – Relocating and doubling the long-lasting Dumbo spinners has significantly eased wait occasions. It’s a traditional and ceremony of passage for all children, however because of enhanced lighting and quick waits, it’s now a enjoyable night-time attraction for friends of all ages.
Mickey’s PhilharMagic (8/10) – A 3D montage movie largely from the “Disney Animation Renaissance” cleverly tied along with Donald Duck. Kids of the 90s are certain to like this movie, however actually, anybody ought to get pleasure from it. Do it every time–we suggest it as an escape from afternoon warmth.
Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover (8/10) – That is right here as a result of it’s a no-wait, slow-moving diversion that provides good views of Tomorrowland, pure and easy. It makes for a superb relaxation, and for most individuals, that’s it. When you’re on the lookout for an attraction that’s extra of a fascinating expertise, go elsewhere. We find it irresistible, however we’re not the norm. Be aware that it does undergo Area Mountain, so a portion of it’s at the hours of darkness, which could scare children. Do that every time–it’s finest at evening when the neon of Tomorrowland is lit
Monsters Inc. Chortle Ground (7/10) – A screen-based present throughout which monsters work together with and inform jokes to friends. Chortle Ground may be hit and miss, largely relying upon visitor interplay high quality. Children will giggle on the “normal” jokes instructed by the monsters, adults will giggle on the interactions between monsters and youngsters (and adults). Shy friends might not prefer it because of uneasiness about being picked on. Do that every time.
Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress (8/10) – An Audio-Animatronics stage present with scenes in numerous eras showcasing technological improvements. That is one among our favourite points of interest (a must-do for us) within the Magic Kingdom, so it pains me to place it on “the remainder” checklist, however we get pleasure from it for nostalgia’s sake. The final scene is woefully outdated and Carousel of Progress in all probability gained’t enchantment to common friends–though older friends will seemingly benefit from the journey down reminiscence lane.
Walt Disney World Railroad (8/10) – A soothing prepare journey across the Magic Kingdom, albeit with not a ton to see. Wants some dinosaurs, however then once more, doesn’t every part?!
Different Magic Kingdom Rides
Astro Orbitor (6/10) — Spinner journey just like Dumbo. Elevated location makes this a enjoyable diversion, particularly at evening if traces are shorter.
Buzz Lightyear’s Area Ranger Spin (6.5/10) — Buzz Lightyear enlists your assist in an interactive and aggressive game-attraction to save lots of the universe on this blast-em-up, ride-through journey. It’s like a ride-through online game, and is enjoyable. Strains fluctuate tremendously for this and may be very lengthy, however usually aren’t too unhealthy on the finish of the day.
Tomorrowland Speedway (4/10) — Children may prefer it because it provides them an opportunity to drive; save for that, it’s actually not a superb attraction. The odor of exhausting and loud puttering of engines can each be very off-putting.
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (6.5/10) — An okay darkish journey, however there’s a superb likelihood children may have extra enjoyable enjoying within the queue than on the precise journey. This can be a standard attraction, however just isn’t price a protracted wait time; do it early or late within the day when traces are quick, if in any respect.
Barnstormer (4.5/10) – A curler coaster solely for teenagers who need to show themselves on a coaster, however are too quick for different coasters. Everybody else ought to keep away from this because of lengthy waits, quick period, and lackluster visuals. It has a 35″ top requirement.
Mad Tea Celebration (5/10) – A enjoyable and iconic diversion, though there’s actually nothing extra to this expertise than the same one at an area truthful.
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel (4.5) – Strange carousel. Okay at evening if there’s no wait and you’ve got time to kill.
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin (3/10) – Yet one more spinner. Do Astro Orbiter or Dumbo as a substitute.
Liberty Sq. Riverboat (7/10) – Enjoyable solution to float round Frontierland, however just like the Tomorrowland Transit Authority or the Walt Disney World Railroad, it’s justa an ambiance journey.
Swiss Household Robinson Treehouse (7/10) – Enjoyable space that may be shortly explored as a pleasant change of tempo from doing rides. By no means any waits, do it every time.
Tom Sawyer Island (7/10) – A complete island play space for teenagers that harkens again to a bygone space. It’s rather well carried out, and an excellent place for teenagers to blow off vitality. Adults might benefit from the tranquility of the island, too. Doesn’t really feel like a theme park.
Corridor of Presidents (7/10) – Corridor of Presidents is a stage present that includes Audio-Animatronics of all United States Presidents, plus a ‘preamble’ video. The revised model of this attraction options the present POTUS making a speech. No matter your emotions about him, he’s only a small half of a bigger present in regards to the workplace of president. All issues thought of, Corridor of Presidents is a strong and academic attraction. It’ll make you’re feeling much less responsible about pulling your children out of faculty for a Disney journey! 😉
This leaves out random items of leisure, character meet & greets, and some different seasonal choices, however it ought to cowl each attraction on a Magic Kingdom park map. When you’ve got the time, attempt as a lot as you may, as you’ll seemingly disagree with us on at the very least a number of of those points of interest.
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