Did you know that there are some Disney World rides you SHOULDN’T ride until the end of the day? Why? Well, we’re here to tell ya.
We took to our Facebook and asked YOU, the Disney World experts, which rides you should ride at night! Whether it’s because it’s a shorter wait or the experience is just better at night, there are 7 rides you should keep toward the end of your to-do list for the day. Let’s go through them!
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
If you thought dropping into another dimension was scary during the day, just imagine how it feels at night — it may be more thrilling, but it’s SO much better! And a lot of you agree, including Ryan, who commented, “For that brief second when you’re all the way at the top, and everything is beautifully lit up and looks just amazing… it’s like nothing else… But yeah… then the drop, haha.” We’re totally with you, Ryan!
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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Now, this one you have to time PERFECTLY because Dakota believes that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is great at night, but specifically during the fireworks — “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure when the fireworks are going off!” — it’s just so magical! The lights and the ambiance are also STUNNING at night!
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TRON Lightcycle / Run
A couple of people mentioned saving TRON Lightcycle / Run for a nighttime ride. The attraction’s iconic canopy lights up at night — something you cannot experience during the day –, which is why it’s much better to ride at night!
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Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
This is another attraction that’s great for riding during the fireworks, especially when you’re headed down the drop! The only bad part about riding Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at night is the ride photos — BRIGHT lights get turned on, so the pictures can turn out good. So, you’ll get good pictures, but you’ll also get blinded — take what you can get!
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Slinky Dog Dash
Carey mentioned something VERY specific about Slinky Dog Dash. Not only do they recommend riding it at night, but they also recommend riding it at a certain time of year — the holidays. At night, Slinky Dog Dash illuminates with lights on the coaster, and during the holidays, they change those lights to be red and green! The land is also decorated with Christmas lights, which makes it even more special.
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Can you guess when Disney experts recommend riding this attraction? If you guessed during the fireworks, you’d be correct! Do you see a recurring theme? But that’s not the only reason to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at night… Louise describes it perfectly: “I swear they take the breaks off on the corners. Wow.” And I honestly couldn’t agree more, especially after the refurbishment — this ride will WHIP you around like nobody’s business!
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Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
Finally, we have the smooth and relaxing ride around Tomorrowland — the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. During your ride, you’ll get to see the castle lit up, TRON illuminated, and lights cast on Space Mountain, all while having a peaceful ride with a nice breeze after a hot day. It’s the PERFECT ending to your park day!
So, the next time you’re planning what to do at the parks at night, keep these rides in mind because, according to Disney experts, they’re the best ones to ride at night! Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news, updates, tips, and tricks!
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