
WDW Greatest Attractions
Counting down the 50 greatest attractions at Walt Disney World. Ever.
2. Haunted Mansion (Magic Kingdom, 1971)
The first attraction built for Walt Disney World was a drawn-out disaster of disorganized ideas that turned into a masterpiece.
3. Journey into Imagination (EPCOT Center, 1983)
An impossibly abstract concept is tackled through wonderfully detailed set design, an unforgettable song, and a loveable fellow.
4. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (Disney-MGM Studios, 1994)
The most immersive experience ever built for most of its existence is so much more than a simple drop ride.
???. Sounds Dangerous! starring Drew Carey (Disney-MGM Studios, 1999)
Combining incredible star power with tremendous special effects, this show was one for the ages.
5. Splash Mountain (Magic Kingdom, 1992)
Combining a massive dark ride with a peaceful ride system, then dotting it with unparalleled thrills is a recipe for legend status.
6. Horizons (EPCOT Center, 1983)
The thematic and emotional centerpiece of Futureworld made you believe tomorrow would be awesome because of you.
7. Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom, 1975)
A technological trailblazer with imagination bursting at the seams, and an experience that extends beyond ride.
8. Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain (Disney's Animal Kingdom, 2006)
Layered story telling, high thrills, and big ambition create an experience that is so much more than what it's known for.
9. Pirates of the Caribbean (Magic Kingdom, 1973)
It may be not not do everything its West Coast predecessor did, but here's the case for everything amazing it does do.
10. Kilimanjaro Safaris (Disney's Animal Kingdom, 1998)
It's a simple concept, but it is incredible execution.
11. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (Magic Kingdom, 1980)
A long time classic sets itself apart by being a rollercoaster second, and a tour of a fully themed, detailed environment first.
12. The Living Seas (EPCOT Center, 1986)
With atmosphere in spades, incredible place-making, and awesome real-world science, the world's largest aquarium was a cut above.
13. Tropical Serenade (Magic Kingdom, 1971)
The bigger, better version of one of the most important theme park break throughs ever made is still catchy to this day.
14. Star Tours (Disney-MGM Studios, 1989)
An attraction that influenced the entire industry, not just with introducing its IP to the parks, but with its innovate ride system.
15. Spaceship Earth (Epcot '94, 1994)
The most epic scope and tone of any Disney attraction serves as the center piece for a completely different kind of theme park.
16. Maharajah Jungle Trek (Disney's Animal Kingdom, 1999)
Easily missed because of its scale, it's nonetheless a critically important part of the Animal Kingdom experience.
17. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (Magic Kingdom, 1971)
It may have been too difficult to survive forever, but in its day, Captain Nemo took guests on an adventure without peer.
18. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run (Disney's Hollywood Studios, 2019)
The rare attraction where the ride itself is the icing on the cake, using tremendous sleight of hand techniques to get you there.
19. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (Magic Kingdom, 1971)
A nightmare of twists, turns, and near-misses balanced with color and humor far exceeded the simple dark ride design.





















