This Magic Kingdom trip information evaluations the most effective & worst points of interest with numerical scores, plus data & suggestions for every thing in Walt Disney World’s hottest park. In the event you’re planning a WDW trip, you could know which rides and exhibits are to not be missed, and what you possibly can skip. (Up to date September 19, 2024.)
We’ve up to date this information to Magic Kingdom points of interest for 2024 now that a number of new and reimagined points of interest have debuted, together with Nation Bear Musical Jamboree, Tiana’s Bayou Journey, TRON Lightcycle Run, and Peter Pan’s Flight (not likely a reimagining–only a scene swap).
Many extra adjustments are on the horizon. Beginning in Summer time 2025, Disney Starlight Night time Parade will illuminate the Magic Kingdom. Additionally subsequent 12 months, work will start on Automobiles and Villains Land expansions, the previous of which can necessitate the closure of the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. These are simply the adjustments we find out about–much more are probably on the best way. In order for you all the most recent information and updates, we advocate subscribing to our free e-mail e-newsletter.
For an thought as to when these everlasting closures and brand-new points of interest will debut, see Development & Openings Timelines for New Lands, Rides & Additions at Disney World. For what it’s value, 2025 can be anticipated to be an enormous 12 months for temporaryattraction closures. In all chance, Massive Thunder Mountain Railroad will shut for roughly a 12 months, and different points of interest might have prolonged refurbishments for a mixture of routine upkeep and preparations for the growth. You may as well discover momentary closures in our 2024-2025 Walt Disney World Refurbishment Calendar.
In any case, 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 received’t have time to do. In the event you’re planning a go to to Walt Disney World within the coming 12 months, it’s necessary to notice that issues are nonetheless altering on a weekly foundation. We replace this publish frequently, however i
After all, everybody’s preferences will range. We love some basic exhibits which can be unpopular with most of the people, and also you may need to skip these…or see what the quirky or irreverent attraction is. Or, you may simply need an air-conditioned break from the crowds. Likewise, small youngsters can’t trip curler coasters, teenagers might not like so-called kiddie rides, and so forth., so we’ll additionally present a quick description of each attraction to present you an thought of whether or not explicit points of interest is likely to be good suits for your loved ones.
Additionally needless to say this information covers solely Magic Kingdom, which is the citadel park at Walt Disney World. For the opposite theme and water parks, seek the advice of the next:
You probably have kids, you must also seek the advice of our full listing of points of interest with peak necessities at Walt Disney World. A number of of the extra standard points of interest in Magic Kingdom have peak necessities.
Not every thing on our “High Magic Kingdom Points of interest” listing is a headliner or E-Ticket attraction that pulls big crowds. We expect this can be a good factor–standard points of interest are standard for a motive, and most of the people received’t must be advised 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 plenty of points of interest with brief line or no waits are additionally distinctive–simply not in a ‘knock-your-socks-off’ means. You could possibly spend all day ready in strains to expertise the “Magic Kingdom Mountain Vary” a number of instances 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 strains, which is all the time a plus.
We advocate you may have a minimum of one full day to spend in Magic Kingdom, with 2 full days being supreme. Seek the advice of our 1-Day Magic Kingdom Itinerary and 2-Day Magic Kingdom Itinerary for a step-by-step method to your day, past these evaluations and suggestions. You could have kind of time relying on what number of day tickets you buy and whether or not you add on the Park Hopper choice (learn our Walt Disney World Ticket Information to find out which tickets are greatest for you).
Now let’s check out the most effective and worst points of interest in Magic Kingdom, beginning with the most recent and newly-reimagined points of interest…
Finest Magic Kingdom Points of interest
Nation Bear Musical Jamboree (8/10) – A stage present that includes Audio Animatronics singing bears from the South, Nation Bear Musical Jamboree was beforehand a adore it or hate it attraction. The present was not too long ago reimagined to characteristic Disney songs so as to give it extra mainstream attraction, probably a minimum of partially flipping the script on who loves it and who hates it. Though the extra probably final result is that fewer folks will adore it and extra folks will merely prefer it.
The track choices additionally flip the script, with many being “surprising” nation renditions of pop music by “surprising” bear performers. This works effectively when used sparingly, and is even humorous. The issue with Nation Bear Musical Jamboree is that nearly each single track is like this, and this method loses its luster. Whereas the brand new present has its moments and everyone seems to be sure to have a minimum of one track they take pleasure in, it’s no substitute for the irreverence, attraction and character of the unique. Do Nation Bear Musical Jamboree each time–noon as an AC break might be supreme.
Nation Bear Musical Jamboree is one in every of two reimaginings in Magic Kingdom that was undertaken so as to attraction extra to up to date audiences. In each instances, the top result’s inferior to what it changed–however nonetheless worthwhile. Whether or not the modernization was needed and the result’s thus justified is past the scope of this publish. The scores and evaluations are what they’re, regardless.
Tiana’s Bayou Journey (8.5/10) – Tiana’s Bayou Journey is the new-for-2024 reimagining of Splash Mountain. It makes use of the very same trip system, that means it’s a log flume with an out of doors part, inside present scenes that includes superior Audio Animatronics figures, and a number of other smaller drops culminating in a single massive 50-foot drop. Similar thought, totally different story and substance.
Tiana’s Bayou Journey picks up the story of The Princess and the Frog after the ultimate kiss, becoming a member of Tiana and Louis on a musical journey as they put together for his or her first-ever Mardi Gras efficiency. Throughout this celebration, friends hear authentic music impressed by songs from the movie. Tiana is main the best way and friends will have the ability to encounter previous associates and make new associates alongside the best way as effectively.
The highlights of Tiana’s Bayou Journey are the extremely superior human and animal Audio Animatronics, together with a spread of memorable music that brings the trip to life. The lowlights are a complicated story, darkish and lifeless spots within the surroundings, low stakes, and reliability. That’s it in a nutshell. Surely, this is among the most polarizing Disney rides ever. See our Tiana’s Bayou Journey Journey Assessment: Failure, Flawed or Implausible? for full ideas.
Tiana’s Bayou Journey at the moment makes use of a digital queue and sure will via early 2025. It may be troublesome to attain a spot within the digital queue or e book a paid Lightning Lane Multi Move for this attraction as a consequence of its downtime woes, so we advocate studying our Learn how to Journey Tiana’s Bayou Journey Information for the most effective suggestions & tips to make sure you don’t get shut out!
TRON Lightcycle Run (9/10) – Let’s begin with Magic Kingdom’s latest trip, which is TRON Lightcycle Run. This curler coaster is ready on ‘The Grid’ from the TRON movies, and is sort of a modernized model of Area Mountain subsequent to it blended with Rock ‘n’ Curler Coaster. There are quite a few nods to Tron all through the indoor/out of doors curler coaster, and it has visible results to create the impression you’re racing round The Grid.
Be aware that TRON Lightcycle Run dropped its digital queue in Fall 2024 and now affords a standby line or Lightning Lane Single Move. Whereas we give the curler coaster a 9/10 rating, that’s primarily based on experiencing it effectively with out paying further to trip. If we dropped $20 per individual for a ~90 second thrill, that rating is likely to be very totally different.
To that finish, learn our complete Journey Assessment: Is TRON Lightcycle Run Value Your Time or Cash? to find out if the expense is justified. In the event you go for standby (and it’s best to), we extremely advocate doing this at night time–ideally instantly after the fireworks or simply earlier than park closing. The kinetic power and lighting of The Add Conduit cover is super.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice (9.5/10) – Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice is now a decade previous, however nonetheless is the opposite Lightning Lane Single Move attraction after TRON Lightcycle Run. It’s additionally one of the crucial standard at Walt Disney World. The coaster’s strengths are its Audio-Animatronics, theming, and nice stream. The most important weak point is its brief period–every thing about it will leaving you wanting extra, and never essentially in a great way. It’s a tad unsatisfying.
This curler coaster darkish trip hybrid has a 38″ peak requirement, however may be very clean and mustn’t hassle these with delicate fears of heights. On common, Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice has the longest wait time of any attraction in Magic Kingdom at 70-120 minutes relying upon crowd ranges. That’s the dangerous information.
The excellent news is that it does not have a digital queue, and there are a number of methods to beat the crowds and have a considerably shorter wait. Doing it early or late are the apparent choices–see our devoted Journey Information to Seven Dwarfs Mine Practice for technique about when to do it and when to keep away from it.
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, participating in swashbuckling mayhem. The trip 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 kids). It incorporates nice element, tons of characters, a catchy track.
Haunted Mansion (10/10) — The Haunted Mansion is a slow-moving darkish trip that’s house to 999 completely happy haunts which can be dying to satisfy you. No additional rationalization ought to be needed.
In the event you aren’t acquainted with the premise of the Haunted Mansion, you’re most likely dwelling below a rock. Within the Haunted Mansion, the ghosts are the extra jovial, singing kind, so it shouldn’t startle younger kids, however it’s darkish. That is one other attraction that you are able to do each time.
Massive Thunder Mountain Railroad (9/10) — A visitor favourite, Massive Thunder Mountain a curler coaster themed as a runaway mine prepare on a trip via the barren panorama of the Outdated West. Cling onto your hats and glasses, as a result of Massive Thunder Mountain Railroad is “the wildest trip within the wilderness!” Do it comparatively early or late at night time.
Area Mountain (8.5/10) — Area Mountain is a darkish curler coaster via outer house. 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 house. This curler coaster has a 44″ peak requirement. Prioritize Area Mountain early within the morning or late at night time.
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 mentioned, solely young children and their mother and father (viewing it via the eyes of their youngsters) are prone to benefit from the precise expertise, which is a bit hokey. However, it’s an ideal evolution of the meet & greet idea, and is certain to depart a long-lasting impression on its audience.
Competition of Fantasy Parade (9.5/10) – That is the primary Magic Kingdom daytime parade in a very long time that I’ve beloved. It’s bold, and huge in scale and scope. The parade floats are all massive, detailed and have numerous 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 effectively carried out. Add to this performers in costumes which have numerous element, a catchy soundtrack, and an ideal power, and you’ve got a parade that’s an actual winner. Take a look at our Competition of Fantasy Parade Ideas publish for greatest viewing locations and extra.
Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire (7/10) – The latest Cinderella Fortress daytime stage present in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. That is just like previous ‘smile and dance’ exhibits on the citadel 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 present, 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 is no such thing as a extra becoming of a option 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 Assessment, this is among the greatest fireworks exhibits Disney has ever carried out, anyplace. It’s completely to not be missed.
We advocate viewing Fortunately Ever After from Predominant Avenue USA. The precise greatest & worst spots are shared by way of color-coded map with accompanying explanations in our Magic Kingdom Fireworks Viewing Information. There are additionally a number of ‘hidden gem’ areas if you wish to get away from the crowds.
Jungle Cruise (8.5/10) — Jungle Cruise is a ship trip via the rivers of Adventureland that encounters hippos, lions, and piranhas, and so forth., alongside the best way. The actual spotlight right here is the continuous zingers of the skippers who pilot the boats. In the event you don’t recognize dry, deliberately corny, or self-aware humor, chances are you’ll not like Jungle Cruise. We’ve seen plenty of friends exit the Jungle Cruise with confused appears on their faces. It’s extremely skipper-dependent. In the event you get a poor skipper, this might be a 4/10 trip–our 8.5 ranking assumes a great skipper. Ideally, you’d do that proper at rope drop–failing that, inside the first hour or final hour of 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 most likely 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 fantastic for teenagers.
Peter Pan’s Flight (9/10) — One of the vital iconic points of interest in Magic Kingdom as a result of it takes friends in “flying” ships above London and Neverland, which is what makes this attraction magical. Peter Pan’s Flight simply obtained a prolonged refurbishment that refreshed some present scenes and swapped one out solely (above).
Nevertheless, it’s nonetheless previous and desires each a observe substitute and arguably much more up to date results. The brand new interactive queue does assist make the lengthy wait in line extra bearable. This attracts a few of the highest wait instances in Magic Kingdom, which is in equal components as a consequence of its ceremony of passage standing and extremely low capability. Peter Pan’s Flight is a basic, however in the event you’re anticipating one thing to “justify” that hour-plus wait…you may need to decrease your expectations. To keep away from lengthy strains, arrive for Early Entry, proper earlier than park shut, or use Lightning Lane Multi-Move. Alternatively, you may take into account skipping Peter Pan’s Flight.
‘it’s a small world’ (9/10) — The enduring attraction that includes the kids of the world and that track. Once more, until you reside below a rock, you’re acquainted with it. Traces are by no means all that lengthy, it’s good for friends of all ages, and is a calming boat trip. Expertise this each time.
Underneath the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid (8.5/10) – This Little Mermaid darkish trip is among the hottest rides within the park, however excessive capability and its location forestall strains from ever getting too lengthy. There are a few cool scenes and Audio Animatronics, and the queue is absolutely cool, however it doesn’t fairly ship on the potential of a contemporary darkish trip. 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 enduring Dumbo spinners has significantly eased wait instances. It’s a basic and ceremony of passage for all youngsters, however due to enhanced lighting and brief waits, it’s now a enjoyable night-time attraction for friends of all ages.
Mickey’s PhilharMagic (8/10) – A 3D montage movie principally from the “Disney Animation Renaissance” cleverly tied along with Donald Duck. Youngsters of the 90s are positive to like this movie, however actually, anybody ought to take pleasure in it. Do it each time–we advocate it as an escape from afternoon warmth.
Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover (8.5/10) – That is right here as a result of it’s a no-wait, slow-moving diversion that gives good views of Tomorrowland, pure and easy. It makes for a great relaxation, and for most individuals, that’s it. In the event you’re on the lookout for an attraction that’s extra of an attractive expertise, go elsewhere. We adore it, however we’re not the norm. Be aware that it does undergo Area Mountain, so a portion of it’s at midnight, which could scare youngsters. Do that each time–it’s greatest at night time when the neon of Tomorrowland is lit
Monsters Inc. Snicker Flooring (7/10) – A screen-based present throughout which monsters work together with and inform jokes to friends. Snicker Flooring might be hit and miss, largely relying upon visitor interplay high quality. Children will snort on the “commonplace” jokes advised by the monsters, adults will snort on the interactions between monsters and youngsters (and adults). Shy friends might not prefer it as a consequence of uneasiness about being picked on. Do that each time.
Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress (8.5/10) – An Audio-Animatronics stage present with scenes in several eras showcasing technological improvements. That is one in every of our favourite points of interest (a must-do for us) within the Magic Kingdom, so it pains me to place it on “the remaining” listing, however we take pleasure in it for nostalgia’s sake. The final scene is dated and Carousel of Progress most likely received’t attraction to common friends–though older friends will probably benefit from the journey down reminiscence lane.
Walt Disney World Railroad (8.5/10) – A calming prepare trip across the Magic Kingdom, albeit with not a ton to see. Wants some dinosaurs, however then once more, doesn’t every thing?!
Different Magic Kingdom Rides
Astro Orbitor (6/10) — Spinner trip just like Dumbo. Elevated location makes this a enjoyable decide, particularly at night time if strains 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. Traces fluctuate significantly for this and might be very lengthy, however typically aren’t too dangerous 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 great attraction. The scent 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 trip, however there’s a great probability youngsters may have extra enjoyable taking part in within the queue than on the precise trip. It is a standard attraction, however shouldn’t be value a protracted wait time; do it early or late within the day when strains are brief, 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 brief for different coasters. Everybody else ought to keep away from this as a consequence of lengthy waits, brief period, and lackluster visuals. It has a 35″ peak requirement.
Mad Tea Get together (5/10) – A enjoyable and iconic whimsical trip, though there’s actually nothing extra to this expertise than an identical one at an area truthful.
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel (4.5) – Peculiar carousel. Okay at night time 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 an alternative.
Liberty Sq. Riverboat (7/10) – Enjoyable option to float round Frontierland, however just like the Tomorrowland Transit Authority or the Walt Disney World Railroad, it’s justa an ambiance trip.
Swiss Household Robinson Treehouse (7/10) – Enjoyable space that may be rapidly explored as a pleasant change of tempo from doing rides. By no means any waits, do it each time.
Tom Sawyer Island (7/10) – A complete island play space for teenagers that harkens again to a bygone space. It’s very well carried out, and an ideal place for teenagers to blow off power. 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-about, Corridor of Presidents is a strong and academic attraction. It’ll make you’re feeling much less responsible about pulling your youngsters out of college 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. You probably have the time, strive as a lot as you possibly can, as you’ll probably disagree with us on a minimum of a number of of those points of interest.
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