Magic Kingdom Interactive Map

Here is an interactive map of the Magic Kingdom. Click on a land to start.

 

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Character Greeting Areas on Main Street U.S.A.

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met on Main Street U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom.

 

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

 

NOTE:  We have noticed that the Main Street U.S.A. characters change frequently.  The best time to meet characters is right after the park opens - many of them are in the Town Square waiting to greet park guests.  However, these can be busy times for the characters, which may make the greeting process difficult for children with Autism.

 

Chip & Dale:  In the Town Square

Donald Duck:  In the Town Square

Dopey:  Near Town Square Exposition Hall

Gepetto:  Near Town Square Exposition Hall

 

Goofy:  In the Town Square

 

Perla:  Near Town Square Exposition Hall 

 

Pinocchio:  Near Town Square Exposition Hall

 

Pluto:  In the Town Square

 

Suzie:  Near Town Square Exposition Hall 

 

Main Street Vehicles

Location:      Main Street U.S.A.   

RideType:    Horse-drawn and motorized vehicles

Passengers:  Varies by type

Fastpass?      No

Minimum Height:  None    

 

Summary:   If you are looking for a unique way to travel up Main Street towards the Park Hub, consider taking a ride on one of the different Main Street Vehicles.  You might be able to catch a ride on a horse-drawn Trolley car, a "horseless carriage" car, or a double-decker bus.  There's even a small fire truck that occassionally takes passengers on a quick three minute ride down Main Street U.S.A.

 

Comments:   This can be a fun diversion for children who enjoy horses - although there is a strict "no petting" rule.  It's a unique way to travel, but be aware that the rides may not operate when crowds are heavy.

 

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Walt Disney World Railroad (Main Street Station)

Location:  Main Street U.S.A.

Ride Type:  Steam Train

Passengers:  4-5 per row, about 350 per train

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  The Walt Disney World Railroad is a fun way to get around the Magic Kingdom.  The tracks circle the park, and there are three stops:  Main Street U.S.A., Frontierland, and Mickey's Toontown Fair.  You can board the train at any station, and ride around as many times as you would like.  Guest conductors (often children) are asked to give the traditional "All Aboard!" cry when the train is ready to depart.  Enjoy a fun commentary as well as some interesting sights along the way.  When boarding from Main Street U.S.A., you travel to the Frontierland Station, followed by Mickey's Toontown Fair, before returning to the Main Street Station.

 

Comments:  Strollers must fold up to go on this ride, so if you rented a stroller from the Park, you can either come back to your starting point, or you can take your belongings and your stroller rental receipt and get another stroller at the next stop.  The platform on Main Street is one flight up from the street level of the park, but wheelchair ramps are available if needed.  The trains are "open air", so keep an eye on children so they don't stick their heads or arms (or any other body part) out of the train.  Be sure to check out the "waiting area" on the ground floor of the station for items lost by famous Disney characters.

 

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Character Greeting Areas in Adventureland

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met in the Adventureland area of the Magic Kingdom.

 

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

 

Aladdin:  Behind the Magic Carpets of Aladdin attraction, near the shops

Captain Hook:  Near the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, usually near el Pirata Y el Perico (Pirate and Parrot) restaurant

Captain Jack Sparrow:   You can see Captain Jack in his "Pirate Tutorial" show near the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, but as far as I know "Witty Jack" does not stop for autographs or posed pictures

Genie: Behind the Magic Carpets of Aladdin attraction, near the shops.

Jasmine:  Behind the Magic Carpets of Aladdin attraction, near the shops

Peter Pan:   Near the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, on the side leading towards Frontierland

Rafiki:   Near the bridge from Adventureland back towards the Park Hub

Smee:  Near the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, usually near el Pirata Y el Perico (Pirate and Parrot) restaurant

Jungle Cruise

Location:  Adventureland

Ride Type:  Boat Ride

Passengers:  About 25-30 per boat

Fastpass?  Yes

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  This wacky boat ride takes you through scenes from several major rivers worldwide, including the Amazon, Nile, Congo, and Mekong.  Originally intended as an educational ride, it evolved into a comedic ride in the 1960s, with bad jokes and puns served up by straight-faced captains.  The ride contains several types of audio-animatronic animals and people, but few scary scenes.  And wherelse can you see the 24th wonder of the world - the backside of water?

 

Comments:  This is an actual boat ride, and boarding it can get a bit tricky as it drifts away from the dock.  But cast members are there to ensure you safely get on and off the boat ride.  It's fun to sit near the captain - they sometimes select children to help them steer (when the boat is on the track of course).  Most children won't understand they jokes - they focus on the scenes and audio-animatronics.  But the ride is much more fun for adults if you groan aloud at the captains script - so feel free to play!

 

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Pirates of the Caribbean

Location:  Adventureland

Ride Type:  Boat ride

Passengers:  3-5 per row, 5 rows per boat

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  It's the ride that inspired the movies which in turn updated the ride with new characters.  Pirates of the Caribbean is the story of a group of pirates who sack the town of Port Royal.  You board your boat, then head out onto the bounding main.  Davy Jones issues a warning that "dead men do tell tales", right before you take a dark plunge down a short flume.  You exit the flume in a pirate's treasure cave, complete with the skeletons of pirates who died fighting each other over the treasure.  The next scene takes you into the battle between the pirate ship and the fort, where cannon fire is exchanged on both sides.  As you enter the town, they have Carlos (they mayor perhaps?) in a well, and are questioning him about the whereabouts of Captain Jack Sparrow. See if you can spot the amazingly lifelike audio-animatronic Jack as he hides from the pirates.  You'll see a "bride auction", a group of pirates singing the traditional song ("we're really bad eggs"), the prison scene complete with dog holding the keys, and finally the treasure room.  Will Captain Jack be able to find the treasure?  Enjoy finding out as you take this leisurely 10 minute ride.

 

Comments:  This ride can be very intense for children with sensory issues.  The cannon fire alone is enough to overwhelm some children, and there is constant visual stimulation.  At the end of the ride you exit on a moving sidewalk set at an angle, which may be difficult for children with transition issues.  Our son (with moderate autism) loves this ride, but it may scare other children.  We recommend you send an adult who is familiar with your child on the ride first to see if it's appropriate for your situation.  Alternately, you can preview the ride through the YouTube video link below.

 

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Swiss Family Treehouse

Location:  Adventureland

Ride Type:  Walk-through attraction

Passengers:  300 maximum

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  Climb up and walk through a fantastic treehouse - almost one story above ground level - with no elevator!  Based on the classic Disney movie "The Swiss Family Robinson", the treehouse shows guests how the shipwrecked family might have lived.  It is essentially a walk-through of the famous treehouse, but not very interactive.

 

Comments:  The climb is a good way to burn off energy, but may exhaust parents.  There are not a lot of interactive elements, so your child may not engage with the ride, especially if he is unfamiliar with the story.

 

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The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management

Location:  Adventureland

Ride Type:  Audio-Animatronic Show

Passengers:  250 guests per show

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  The Tiki Room birds have been singing since 1963, but Zazu (from "The Lion King") and Iago (from "Aladdin") have taken over management of the show to freshen it up a bit.  When Iago starts making wholesale changes in the show's format, he offends the Tiki Gods, who zap Iago and bring the Tiki room back in line.  This is a favorite ride for many adults (who enjoy the break from the hot weather and the chance to sit down for a bit), and the music is upbeat and enjoyable.

 

Comments:  This show can get very dark, with loud thunder and sound effects.  This can overwhelm some children.  Try to find a seat near the exit, or better yet, ask a cast member for assistance in finding a seat near the exit.  This ride is better suited for older children with high functioning autism, as it can easily overwhelm a child with sensory issues.

 

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The Magic Carpets of Aladdin

Location:  Adventureland

Ride Type:  Flying Carpet Ride

Passengers:  2-3 per row, 2 rows per carpet

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  Take a ride in a genuine flying carpet.  Soar above the crowds of Agrabah plaza, and try to avoid the camel as it spits water at you.  Similar to the Dumbo ride in Fantasyland, the carpets come with levers to raise and lower them, but also with scarab shaped switches to tilt them gently back and forth.  Enjoy the birds-eye view of Adventureland as you soar into a "whole new world".

 

Comments:  The camel "spits" water as you fly by, so be on the lookout for that.  Some children may not enjoy when the carpets tilt.  As the ride ends, it resets by raising all of the carpets to the top of the ride.  The carpets also gently sway/tilt during this reset, so be sure your child is prepared for it (you have no control over it).  One nice boarding feature is the "assigned" carpet number - there is no need to scramble for a vehicle.

 

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Location:  Frontierland

Ride Type:  Train/Roller Coaster

Passengers:  2 per row, 75 rows per train

Fastpass?  Yes

Minimum Height:  40 inches minimum to ride

 

Summary:  Hold onto your hats for the wildest ride in the wilderness!  Big Thunder Mountain is a rollercoaster set deep in the desert amidst mine tunnels and wild scenery (including a geyser).  The rollercoaster primarily turns and banks, with no more than a few short drops (nothing major).  The ride starts out by going up a dark and spooky mine shaft, complete with bats staring at you with red eyes.  As you exit the mine shaft, the twist, turns, shakes, and jolts begin as the train begins it's wild ride back to the safety of the town.  Rockfalls threaten and desert creatures watch to see if you will make it back safely.  After a 3 1/2 minute ride, you pull back into the station.

 

Comments:  This ride can be scary for children who are not used to fast roller-coasters.  The train jerks a lot, and the curves make you slide towards your seat partner as you hold on tight.  If your child loves roller-coasters, this is a good ride for them.  If they don't - skip it.

 

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Character Greeting Areas in Frontierland

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met in the Frontierland area of the Magic Kingdom.

 

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

 

Br'er Bear:  Near the Country Bear Jamboree attraction

Br'er Fox:  Near the Country Bear Jamboree attraction

Bullseye:  Near the Diamond Horseshoe Review Saloon

 

Goofy:  Near the exit to Splash Mountain 

Jessie:  Near the Diamond Horseshoe Review Saloon

Woody:  Near the Diamond Horseshoe Review Saloon

 

Country Bear Jamboree

Location:  Frontierland

Ride Type:  Audio-Animatronic Show

Passengers:  380 per show

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  This classic show features audio-animatronic bears singing their version of country music.  There are 14 songs in all, and the bears enter and exit the stage via platforms that lift and lower them on and off stage.  While the music may not be cutting edge, the show is popular enough for Disney to create a movie based on the characters ("The Country Bears"). 

 

Comments:  This is a great way to cool off on a hot Florida day.  If your child enjoys music and can endure a 15 minute long show, this would be a good attraction to visit.

 

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Splash Mountain

Location:  Frontierland

Ride Type:  Log flume water ride

Passengers:  2 per row, four rows per "log"

Fastpass?  Yes

Minimum Height:  40 inch minimum to ride

 

Summary:  Zip-a-dee-doo-dah!  Br'er Rabbit is going searching for his "Laughin' Place" and you can come along for a wild water ride through the Briar Patch and beyond.  Based on Disney's "Song of the South" movie, the ride introduces you to Br'er Rabbit, Br'er Fox, Br'er Bear, and other critters (many recycled from the "America Sings" attraction that shut down years ago).  The ride is a water flume ride, and there are several short drops during the ride before the spectacular drop (five stories tall!).  You'll know when the big drop is coming because there are vultures on hand to heckle you.  After the last drop, which offers a great view of the park, you enter a "Showboat" scene before finishing the ride.

 

Comments:  The last drop is a big one, and can be startling to younger children of all abilities.  And you will get wet - it's called "Splash" Mountain for a reason!

 

Hidden Mickeys: In the Showboat scene near the end of the ride, look up in the clouds behind the showboat.  You should be able to see a Mickey shaped cloud (Mickey is lying on his back).

 

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Tom Sawyer Island

Location:  Frontierland

Ride Type:  Raft ride to the Island, then free play areas 

Passengers:  About 25 per raft

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  Tom Sawyer Island is a place for kids to run off the energy that accumulates during the day.  After a short raft ride across the Rivers of America, you are dropped off at the island.  Children can follow trails through caves and around the island in search of adventure.  There are bridges to cross, caves and mine shafts to explore, rope swings, and other play areas.  There are also rocking chairs and picnic tables to sit at, and a snack bar and restrooms in case those are needed.

 

Comments:  If you have children who like to run around - there is no better place than Tom Sawyer Island.  Many parents find this a quiet place to take their child with Autism Spectrum Disorder to allow them to regroup before venturing out into the park again.  The island usually closes at dusk.

 

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Walt Disney World Railroad (Frontierland Stop)

Location:  Frontierland

Ride Type:  Steam Train

Passengers:  4-5 per row, dozens of rows per train

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  The Walt Disney World Railroad is a fun way to get around the Magic Kingdom.  The tracks circle the park, and there are three stops: Main Street U.S.A., Frontierland, and Mickey's Toontown Fair.  You can board the train at any station, and ride around as many times as you would like.  Guest conductors (often children) are asked to give the traditional "All Aboard!" cry when the train is ready to depart.  Enjoy a fun commentary as well as some interesting sights along the way.  When boarding from Frontierland, you travel to Mickey's Toontown Fair, followed by the Main Street Station, before returning to the Frontierland stop.

 

Comments:  Strollers must fold up to go on this ride, so if you rented a stroller from the Park, you can either come back to your starting point, or you can take your belongings and your stroller rental receipt and get another stroller at the next stop.  The platform in Frontierland is one flight up from the street level of the park, but wheelchair ramps are available if needed.  The trains are "open air", so keep an eye on children so they don't stick their heads or arms (or any other body part) out of the train.

 

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Liberty Square Riverboat

Location:        Liberty Square 

RideType:      Steam Powered Paddle-Wheel Riverboat        

Passengers:   400 per boat ride        

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:  None     

Summary:   The Liberty Belle steam powered riverboat takes you on a slow, gentle cruise around Tom Sawyer Island and through the Rivers of America.  You can opt to take a seat on the main deck, or climb to the upper deck for better views of the park.  The journey is narrated, and the steam whistle blows on occasion.  It takes about 13 minutes to circle the island.

 

Comments:   This is a good ride if your child enjoys being on boats.  The whistle can be loud on board the boat – you might want to see how your child reacts to the noise by listening for it in Liberty Square or Frontierland before taking them on the ride.

 

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The Hall of Presidents

Location:        Liberty Square 

RideType:      Audio-Animatronic Show       

Passengers:   740 guests maximum 

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:  None     

 

Summary:     This twenty minute combination movie and audio-animatronic show is meant to highlight politics and government at it’s finest.  The movie recaps some of the early political arguments our leaders engaged in, including the constitutional debates and some of the early presidential debates.  After the movie, our 42 (soon to be 43) presidential audio-animatronic figures continue the debate for the benefit of the audience.  These figures are amazingly lifelike as they fidget, make faces, and participate in the show.

 

Comments:   This attraction is best for older, higher functioning children with autism, although younger or lower-functioning children may also do well.  The biggest challenge is the length of the show (about 20 minutes once everyone is seated).  If wiggles or boredom is a concern, ask a cast member if you can be seated near an exit.

 

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The Haunted Mansion

Location:        Liberty Square 

RideType:      Dark Ride        

Passengers:   2-3 per “Doom Buggy” ride vehicle     

Fastpass?       No

Minimum Height:     None

 

Summary:   Come and join the 999 Happy Haunts on a journey through a mansion filled with spooks, specters, and grinning ghosts.  The humor starts as you wait in line – read the tombstones to find pithy epithets and tributes to the “dearly departed”.  Once you enter the mansion, things may get scary for younger or lower-functioning children.  You enter a room “with no windows and no doors”.  The room seems to stretch, revealing the dangerous situations most of the portrait subjects were experiencing (such as walking on a tightrope over a lake of alligators).  The lights go out, a voice screams, and above you is the silhouette of a hanging man.  At this point, the doors open and you proceed to your “Doom Buggy” vehicle.  As you journey through the mansion, you’ll encounter a ghostly ballroom, a ghostly bride who is fond of de-capitating her husbands, Madame Leota hovering in a crystal ball during a séance, and a spooky graveyard featuring the foolish antics of it’s ghostly inhabitants.  As you leave the mansion, some of the ghosts will try to catch a ride home with you!

 

Comments:   While this ride is funny for adults, it is scary for children with autism.  The waiting area (where the room stretches) gets very crowded with guests, and can be frightening with the darkness, thunder, and other special effects.  To board and exit the ride vehicle you must transfer from a moving sidewalk which may be difficult for children with transition issues.  The graveyard scenes can be frightening, because skeletons pop up suddenly from behind tombstones.  At one part in the ride, the vehicle goes backwards down a gentle slope.  It is best to preview the attraction for yourself before putting your child on the ride.

 

NOTE:  The ride was refreshed in 2008, and is actually a little bit scarier than it was before.

 

Hidden Mickeys:  In the “Deathday Party” scene in the ballroom, watch the plates on the table.  The setting on the far left of the table is in the shape of Mickey’s head.

 

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Character Greeting Areas in Fantasyland

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met in the Fantasyland area of the Magic Kingdom.

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

Alice:   Near the Mad Tea Party

Ariel:  In Ariel's Grotto

 

Belle:  Hear her read in the Fairytale Gardens

Eeyore:  Near Pooh's Playful Spot

Fairy Godmother:  Near Cinderella's Castle and Fountain

Mad Hatter:  Near the Mad Tea Party

Piglet:  Near Pooh's Playful Spot

Queen of Hearts:  Near the Mad Tea Party

Tigger:  Near Pooh's Playful Spot

Tweedle-Dum and Tweedle-Dee:  Near the Mad Tea Party

Scrooge McDuck: Near Pooh's Playful Spot (Christmas Season)

Winnie the Pooh:  Near Pooh's Playful Spot

White Rabbit: Near the Mad Tea Party

 

Cinderella Castle

Location:  Fantasyland

 

Summary:  Cinderella Castle is the central icon of the Magic Kingdom park.  The castle design is a blend of several notable European castles, and stand 189 feet tall so it can be seen for miles.  The castle offers a grand gateway between the Park Hub and Fantasyland.  Alternate routes into Fantasyland are available on either side of the castle:  one bridge from Liberty Square into Fantasyland, another in between the castle and Tomorrowland.  Cinderella's Wishing Well is on the Tomorrowland side of the castle (near the Fairytale Garden), and Cinderella's fountain is directly behind the castle as you go into Fantasyland.

 

One of the main reasons for going through the castle is to see the beautiful mosaics that depict the Cinderella story.  Reminiscent of medieval tapestries, each mosaic shows a key scene from the story, and is gilt with real gold.  The entrance to Cinderella's Royal Table character meal is also in the castle thoroughfare, while the actual dining hall is on the second floor of the castle.  The recently opened Cinderella Suite is on the fourth floor of the castle - although you can't get reservations to stay there.  Stays are generally given away as prizes.

 

Comments:  The route through the castle offers the most direct way into Fantasyland, but can be closed seasonally.  There is a stage in the front of the castle that sometimes expands for seasonal shows, limiting access through the castle.  The thoroughfare is also closed for safety during the firework shows.

 

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Cinderella's Golden Carousel

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Carousel

Passengers: 1 per horse, about 90 guests maximum

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: This is a beautiful carousel themed to the Cinderella story. Each horse is unique, but see if you can ride Cinderella's horse (identified by the golden ribbon in the tail). The Prince's horse is right next to Cinderella's.

 

Comments: This is your standard carousel, playing variations of Disney movie and theme music. There lines are generally shorter, so this makes a nice ride when things are hectic. Parents can stand next to their children, or ride if their weight is under the posted limit.

 

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Flying elephants

Passengers: 2-3 per elephant

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: “I’ve seen everything when I’ve seen an elephant fly!” Come and join the adventure as Dumbo flys around the park – at least in a circle! Guests board the famous flying elephant and get a great view of the park during the flight. You can control the height of the elephant (up, down, up, up, up) during the short ride. This is one of the icons of the park – and it’s popularity is legend.

 

Comments: Wait times for this ride get very long, because it’s a slow loading ride. We recommend trying to get on this ride first thing in the morning before it gets too busy, or using a Guest Assistance card for an alternate waiting area. If your child is reluctant to try the ride, you might have them climb in the non-flying elephant near the ride to introduce them to it.

 

One word of caution – even if you keep the elephant flying low to the ground, as the ride comes to a close all of the elephants soar to the top of the ride to “reset” before descending again. You have no control over this. If your child is afraid of heights, please prepare them for this by letting them watch the ride a few times so they can anticipate that lift.

 

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It’s A Small World

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Boat Ride

Passengers: 4-6 per row

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: This is a classic attraction which most people associated specifically with Disney parks. Passengers board a boat for a trip through the world – a small world after all! Go ahead and sing along – you know you want to! You pass through different regions of the world, with audio-animatronics dolls dressed in regional costume singing the famous song (that does get stuck in your head for hours!). Where else can you visit Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, and the South Pacific in a 10 minute period? Kids love this ride because of the simple and fun designs, the catchy music, and above all the boat ride! Prepare yourself to ride this one again and again during your trip to the Magic Kingdom.

 

Comments: The lines for this ride are usually short, but if they look long, don’t let that deter you. It’s one of the faster loading rides because of the volume of passengers it can take in each boat (about 25 per boat ride).

 

One caution – unloading takes a bit longer, so boats generally queue up in the final scene. This might frustrate your child, but make it fun for them by having them point out familiar objects (ducks, roller coasters, balloons, etc.) in the final scene.

 

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Mad Tea Party

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Spinning Cups

Passengers: 3-4 per Cup

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: As Alice says, this ride is a bit, well, MAD! You board your teacup of choice (in a mad dash through the ride to get the color you want), and once the obligatory warnings in English and Spanish are done, you are ready to spin. Spin the teacup by turning the wheel in the center of your vehicle. It turns either way – great for those who are left-handed! As you spin, look in the center of the attraction at the giant teapot. The tipsy Mouse pops out of the oversized teapot at regular intervals.

 

One fun fact – the Mad Hatter and Alice often like to take a spin on the teacups before greeting visitors nearby (for photographs and autographs). They often select a family from the line to ride with – great fun!

 

Comments: This ride can make you dizzy! To minimize the effects, spin slowly (or not at all – it’s fun either way) and keep your eyes on a fixed point. Enjoy the music of the “Unbirthday Song” from the “Alice in Wonderland” movie, but be warned - it gets stuck in your head! This ride is covered, so it can be ridden rain or shing.

 

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Mickey's PhilharMagic

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: 3D Movie in a theatre

Passengers: 450 maximum per show

Fastpass? Yes

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: Donald has done it again! When Goofy opens the curtains early, Conductor Mickey isn’t ready! He warns Donald not to touch his Magic Hat, but does Donald listen? No – and chaos ensues! Donald chases the hat through several Disney movies, including “Beauty and the Beast”, “The Little Mermaid”, “Aladdin”, “The Lion King”, and more. His adventures are accompanied by 3D effects and some 4D effects (like the scent of apple pie – YUM! – as well as some water effects). Will Donald retrieve the hat? Can Mickey save the day? Watch Mickey’s PhilharMagic to find out!

 

Comments: If your child doesn’t do well in theatres, or you just want to be close to an exit if needed, advise the cast member that you need to be seated near the exit. They will help ensure you can move through the theatre to the far side. The movie can get loud, and the 3D and 4D effects can be startling to children with sensory issues. 

 

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Peter Pan's Flight

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Dark Ride

Passengers: 2-3 per ship

Fastpass? Yes (and recommended for this!)

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: The Peter Pan’s Flight attraction takes guest in ships from the bedrooms of the Darling children straight through to Neverland, where Peter Pan and Captain Hook battle it out onboard the pirate ship. This is a favorite ride for many visitors, simply because it is unique. Instead of being in a car going through an attraction, you are FLYING through it, suspended from overhead tracks. You get a birds eye view of London, a great aerial tour of Neverland, and a perfect vantage point for the final battle between Peter Pan and Captain Hook, before sailing back to the real world.

 

Comments: The line for this is usually 40 minutes long or longer, unless you hit this first thing in the morning. We definitely recommend the Fastpass option – it cuts your waiting time significantly. Some children who are afraid of heights may need reassuring, but most do very well in this ride.  It's a park favorite (as the lines can testify!).

 

NOTE:  When boarding and exiting the ride vehicle, you are on a moving walkway.  Children with problems transitioning may have difficulty with this.  Alert a cast member for assistance if necessary.

 

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Pooh's Playful Spot

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Playground with splash zones

Passengers: Dozens and more at any one time

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: Pooh’s Playful Spot is a great area for kids to blow off steam and run off some excess energy. There are slides and things to climb, as well as splash areas for them to get wet (lovely during those hot summer days in Central Florida!). The play areas are spongy to limit damage to little bodies as they slide and tumble through the playground. The “Pooh” characters (Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and Eeyore) can often be found just outside the entrance for a character greeting, pictures, and autographs.

 

Comments: Not all parents watch their kids in here, so things can sometimes get a little “rough and tumble”. Alert cast members to any problems you may have. If your child does not do well in crowds, you might avoid Pooh’s Playful Spot until it becomes less crowded. Also – there are splash zones and small fountains in here. If you don’t want your child to get wet, it’s best to avoid the playful zone altogether.

 

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Snow White's Scary Adventure

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Dark Ride

Passengers: 2-3 per row, 3 rows per car

Fastpass? No

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: Snow White's Scary Adventure take the rider through the story of Snow White. It starts out near the Wishing Well, with Snow White singing to the birds and the Evil Queen looking on. Then the doors open, and the ride advances to the Queen's dungeons, with skeletons and the Queen transforming into the Old Crone. This is where the "scary" part starts! The next scene shows the Hunter telling Snow White to flee for her life. She does, and the ride progresses through the scary forest to the home of the Seven Dwarves. Once through the house, you can see Snow White accepting the offer of the poisoned apple ("Don't do it Snow White" we cry!). You advance through the Dwarves' Mine to the confrontation with the Old Crone, where the Dwarves triumph. The Prince comes to wake Snow White, and they ride off into the sunset together, with the Dwarves calling "Good-Bye" to them.

 

Comments: The ride can be intense for young children, and is filled with scary images and loud sounds, along with more peaceful scenes. Lines are usually short for this attraction, and it loads pretty quickly. You ride in "wooden log" cars, each named for one of the Seven Dwarves.

 

Hidden Mickeys: We found two: One as you load the ride (look for the underwear dotten with hidden Mickey's on the clothesline), and the second as the Queen transforms into the Old Crone (look at the top of the mirror to find it)

 

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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

Location: Fantasyland

Ride Type: Dark Ride

Passengers: 2-3 per row, 2 rows per “honey pot”

Fastpass? Yes

Minimum Height: None

 

Summary: This ride is based on the Disney Movie “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh”. Visitors board a “honey pot” for a ride through the stories and adventures of Pooh Bear, Tigger, Kanga and Roo, Owl, Piglet, Eeyore, and of course the Hefalumps and Woozles. You start off in the blustery day tale, then go bouncing with Tigger through the Hundred Acre Woods. Tigger warns Pooh about Hefalumps and Woozles that steal “hunny”, but Pooh falls asleep right into the dream (and song) of the dreaded Hefalumps and Woozles. Emerging from the dream, your are immediately “submerged” into the rainy day tale. As you float through the woods, you end up at the party given in Pooh’s honor for saving the day.

 

Comments: This is a beautiful ride and a favorite of ours. It’s very true to the movie, so if your child is a fan, we recommend this ride. However, the scene with the Hefalumps and Woozles can be frightening with loud noises, singing, and visual overload. If that is a concern, you might have an adult in your party ride first to evaluate.

 

Fun Fact:  As a “nod” to “Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride”, which used to occupy this spot in Fantasyland, look for the picture of Mr. Toad handing Owl the deed to the property. You can find it on the far left wall of Owl’s Treehouse just as you exit from the Blustery Day scene (look to the left and behind to find the picture hanging on the wall).

 

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Character Greeting Areas at Mickey's Toontown Fair

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met in Mickey's Toontown Fair at the Magic Kingdom.

 

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

 

NOTE:  The lines for the character greetings in the Judge's Tent and the Toontown Hall of Fame can get very long - often well over an hour.  The shortest lines are early in the day, right when Toontown opens, so plan ahead if you want to meet Mickey or the other characters.

 

Cinderella:  In the Princess Room at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

Fawn:  In Pixie Hollow at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

 

Goofy:  Near the Barnstormer at Goofy's Wiseacre Farm

Iridessa:  In Pixie Hollow at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

Mickey Mouse:  Meet Mickey in the Judge's Tent after touring Mickey's Country House. 

Minnie Mouse:  Minnie can occassionally be found behind Minnie's Country House 

Princess Aurora:  Also known as "Sleeping Beauty", she can sometimes be found in the Princess Room at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

Rosetta:  In Pixie Hollow at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

 

Silvermist:  In Pixie Hollow at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

 

Snow White:  In the Princess Room at the Toontown Hall of Fame (varies daily)

Tinker Bell:  In Pixie Hollow at the Toontown Hall of Fame (Tinker Bell is the only pixie who is on hand daily for character greetings)

Donald's Boat

Location:  Mickey's Toontown Fair

Ride Type:  Water Play Area

Fastpass:  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  Donald's Boat (named the SS Miss Daisy) is a water play area and splash zone.  Children can play on a spongy surface, filled with gushing water fountains.  Pull the correct rope, and you can either ring the ships bell, or spray unsuspecting guests with the ships water cannon.  During hot weather - this can be a perfect place for children to cool off!

 

Comments:  The splash areas can become crowded, and are not shaded.

 

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The Barnstormer at Goofy's Wiseacre Farm

Location:  Mickey's Toontown Fair

Ride Type:  Mini Roller Coaster

Passengers:  2 per row

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  35 inches

 

Summary:  Take a ride on Goofy's crop duster as the roller coaster goes through Goofy's farm.  The mini-coaster is designed as a thrill ride for small children.  You board the roller coaster, patterned after an old-fashioned crop duster.  The ride consists of one minute of twists, turns, and a simulated crash through the barn.  While short, the ride is thrilling and is a good way to introduce your child to roller coasters.

 

Comments:  Although this is a children's roller coaster, the ride can get a bit rough. 

 

Fun Fact:   Goofy is often on hand for the first ride of the day.

 

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Toon Park

Location: Mickey's Toontown Fair

Ride Type:  Playarea

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  Toon Park, next to Donald's Boat, is a good place for children to climb and play.  The play area surface is spongy, to cushion shocks, and shaded, offering a nice break from the Florida sunshine.  Benches around Toon Park offer parents a chance to sit down.

 

Comments:  As with all play areas, the small space can get crowded on busy days.

 

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Walt Disney World Railroad (Toontown Station)

Location:  Mickey's Toontown Fair

Ride Type:  Steam Train

Passengers:  4-5 per row, about 350 per train

Fastpass?  No

Minimum Height:  None

 

Summary:  The Walt Disney World Railroad is a fun way to get around the Magic Kingdom.  The tracks circle the park, and there are three stops:  Main Street U.S.A., Frontierland, and Mickey's Toontown Fair.  You can board the train at any station, and ride around as many times as you would like.  Guest conductors (often children) are asked to give the traditional "All Aboard!" cry when the train is ready to depart.  Enjoy a fun commentary as well as some interesting sights along the way.  When boarding from Mickey's Toontown Fair, you travel to the Main Street Station, followed by Frontierland, before returning to Toontown.

 

Comments:  Strollers must fold up to go on this ride, so if you rented a stroller from the Park, you can either come back to your starting point, or you can take your belongings and your stroller rental receipt and get another stroller at the next stop.  The platform at the Toontown station is on ground level.  The trains are "open air", so keep an eye on children so they don't stick their heads or arms (or any other body part) out of the train. 

 

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Character Greeting Areas in Tomorrowland

For some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, meeting characters is a magical experience (especially a favorite character from the movies).  For others, it's a stressful experience.  The list of characters below is by no means complete, but represents the characters we have personally seen and met in the Tomorrowland area of the Magic Kingdom.

 

Not all characters are available at all times - everything listed here is subject to change, but we'll keep it as up to date as possible.  Consult the daily park schedule for information, or ask a cast member to help you find specific characters.

Buzz Lightyear:  Near Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress attraction

Stitch:  Near Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress attraction 

Astro Orbiter

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Flying Rockets

Passengers:   2 per rocket    

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:  None     

 

Summary:   Similar to Dumbo the Flying Elephant and the Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Astro Orbiter allows you to blast off into space in your own rocket for a flight around Tomorrowland.  What makes this ride unique is that you board your rocket on the upper level in Tomorrowland.  After waiting in line, you ride an elevator up to the ride launch platform (on the same level as the Tomorrowland Transit Authority).  Once safely strapped into your rocket, you have the freedom to pilot your rocket higher or lower.  Rockets are slightly tilted to increase the thrill factor.

 

Comments:   Because this ride starts one story up from ground level, it may prove to be too scary for children with a fear of heights.  Although children can control the height of their vehicle during the ride, at the end of the ride all the rockets “reset” by climbing to the top of the attraction before lowering and stopping.  Your child has no control over this, so we recommend you prepare them ahead of the ride if this will be an issue.  This is a slow loading ride because of the need to use the elevator to reach the upper deck.

 

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Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Interactive Dark Ride  

Passengers:   2 per car         

Fastpass?       Yes      

Minimum Height:   None     

 

Summary:   Attention Junior Space Rangers!  Buzz Lightyear needs your help to defeat the Evil Emperor Zurg!  As you move through the attractions queue, Buzz Lightyear himself explains how you need to help zap Zurg’s plans to steal the batteries of toys everywhere.  You then board your XP-37 space cruiser with mounted laser cannons for the journey to fight Zurg and his minions.  The space cruisers have a control that allows you to spin them in a full 360 degree circle, allowing you to target enemies on both sides of the ride.  Score points as your laser fire connects with targets throughout the game.  You eventually jump into hyperspace for the final showdown between the Space Rangers and the forces of Zurg.  As you exit the ride, you can see what level of Space Ranger you’ve become based on the points accumulated during the game.  Pictures are taken during the ride, which can be viewed and/or purchased as you exit. 

 

Comments:   This is an interactive combination of ride and video game.  Each guest shots lasers at targets and accumulate points, which are tabulated in the ride vehicle as you play.  Children with auditory stimulation issues may find the ride too loud – there are laser sounds firing constantly, as well as music and dialogue from the characters.  The hyper-space tunnel can be frightening with the strobe lights and sounds.  Guests enter and exit the vehicle on moving walkways, which can be difficult for children with transition issues.  If you have concerns, we recommend you “preview” this ride by riding the Tomorrowland Transit Authority, which provides you a glimpse of one section of the attraction.

 

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Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Interactive Movie/Show          

Passengers:   400 per show  

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:  None     

 

Summary:   This is an interactive comedy show, where audience members can text jokes and see if the monsters will tell the joke as part of their comedy routine.  Hosted by the one-eyed Mike Wazowski, the monsters rely on audience laughter to fill their energy quota for the shift.  Audience members may also be asked to participate in the session by answering questions or rating the performers.  No show is the same twice.

 

Comments:   You may wish to request a seat near the exit in case your child becomes overwhelmed by the crowds or bored with the show.

 

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Space Mountain

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Roller-Coaster

Passengers:   3 per car, with individual T-Bar restraints      

Fastpass?       Yes      

Minimum Height:     44 inches minimum to ride

 

Summary:    Space Mountain is a high speed indoor roller-coaster with a space voyage theme.  Consistent with the themes of Tomorrowland, the ride queue is a journey through a futuristic space port on your way to board a rocket ship to travel through space.  Your ride vehicle is a narrow rocket shaped car, holding three passengers and connected to another similar car.  There are two tracks for the ride – each offering roughly the same roller-coaster experience.  After boarding the car, you prepare to enter “hyperspace” through a tunnel with rotating and flashing lights.  You climb the lift hill, and the thrill ride begins.  The ride takes place in near total darkness, with only the passing “stars” giving any light.  A futuristic soundtrack plays during the ride.  As you exit, you pass several exhibits describing space colonization, eventually ending in a gift shop.  The ride snaps your picture during one particularly thrilling spot, which you can purchase as you exit.

 

Comments:   This is an intense, dark, rough, high speed roller-coaster.  It is not appropriate for most young children or for low-functioning children.  The noise, flashing and pulsing lights during “takeoff”, and total darkness during the ride are troubling to children with sensory issues.  Children have their own seat with their own restraint system – parents cannot sit beside children on this ride to offer comfort or to help restrain them if needed.  The ride music may be too loud for low-functioning children or for those with auditory sensitivity.  The exit is a moving sidewalk (common in Tomorrowland) which may be difficult for children with transition issues.

 

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Stitch's Great Escape

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Audio-Animatronic Show       

Passengers:   240 passengers          

Fastpass?       Yes      

Minimum Height:   40 inches minimum to ride       

 

Summary:   The story line takes place just before Stitch comes to Earth in “Lilo and Stitch”.  You have been recruited as a Galactic Federation Security Agent to help guard Stitch (also known as Experiment 626).  Your trainer – Agent Pleakley – is only prepared for lower level prisoners, and the detention facility is soon overwhelmed with the mischievous Stitch.  You receive your instructions while standing in a pre-show, then are taken into the Detention Facility where you are strapped into seats (with shoulder restraints that lower from above and lock you in place).  When Stitch escapes (as you know he will!) the lights go out and you can feel, hear, and smell Stitch as he plays with the audience. 

 

Comments:   The pre-show is fun for children familiar with the story, but the ride itself is too intense for low-functioning children or children with sensory issues.  The Magic Kingdom website describes this attraction as “a chaotic, multi-sensory experience”.  The restraint system is unique to this attraction, but is similar to the shoulder harnesses used on roller coasters with inversions (like “Rock-N-Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios).  Being locked in place may be difficult for children with autism.  Additionally, when the lights go out younger children may be frightened by the auditory and other sensory input of the show.  If your child loves Stitch, we recommend you enjoy the “pre-show” (training with Agent Pleakley), but ask a Cast Member for the “chicken exit” to bypass the more chaotic portion of the attraction.

 

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Tomorrowland Indy Speedway

Location:   Tomorrowland                

RideType:  Gas powered Indy style car               

Passengers:   2 per car           

Fastpass?      No            

Minimum Height:  52 inches minimum to ride alone  

  

Summary:   Kids get the opportunity to drive a real car around an Indy style motorway in Tomorrowland.  Cars are guided by a rail to ensure there are no accidents, but otherwise the child is in complete control of the vehicle - speed, steering, and stopping.  Smaller children may need some assistance from a parent or older sibling.

 

Comments:   The gas engines put out fumes, similar to a lawn mower.  If your child is sensitive to smells, this may be unpleasant.  Wait times can get long in the afternoon, so try this ride early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds.

 

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Tomorrowland Transit Authority

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Electric Train   

Passengers:   4-6 per car                 

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:   None    

 

Summary:   Originally called the “People Mover”, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority ride takes you on a “commuter” tour of the buildings and rides of Tomorrowland.  You start the ride by reaching the upper level on a moving walkway (similar to an escalator, but with no steps).  From a slowly rotating platform, you board your car on the train.  Your tour takes you through the Carousel of Progress, Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, and the Star Traders shop.  This is a great way to preview several rides, including the Buzz Lightyear attraction, Space Mountain, and the Tomorrowland Indy Speedway.

 

Comments:   The moving walkway that takes you to the upper level for boarding is at a steep angle.  Children with issues transitioning may find it intimidating.  You must board the ride from a moving platform, which may be difficult for children with transition issues.  Some of the sections are dark (especially in Space Mountain), but only briefly.  Wait times are generally short for this ride, making it a good place to visit when the park is crowded. 

 

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Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

Location:        Tomorrowland

RideType:      Audio-Animatronic Show       

Passengers:   1400 per show

Fastpass?       No       

Minimum Height:  None     

 

Summary:   Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress is a show that follows the evolution of technology and modern conveniences in a typical American family.  The family starts by getting an “icebox” and “electric lights”.  As technology evolves, the family experiences telephones, radios, video discs, and other “modern conveniences”.  As the theatre rotates, new groups can join the ride, making wait times short.

 

Comments:   This show runs about 20 minutes long, and it may be difficult for a low-functioning child to follow the storyline.  Because the theatre rotates, it may also be difficult to exit during the show, so please be sure to consult a cast member if you need to leave early.

 

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