No matter the time of year Florida is a beautiful place to visit. It was the reason for Walt Disney’s choice of location for his second park. I don’t know about you but when I am heading to Disney World I don’t only look forward to the characters, parades and food- I look forward to catching some rays as I enjoy the day! I want to be outside when I can and enjoy that sun. As a follow-up to my Top 10 Indoor Rides, here are my Top 10 Outdoor favorites!
1. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, MK- One of the most popular and family friendly but still exciting roller coasters out there! This is one of those rides I could go on again and again back to back!
2. Mad Tea Party, MK- A classic. This is a “must see” for every first timer especially. This is one of the original rides from opening day in 1971 and a ride that can be found in Disneyland as well as Disneyland Paris. The bonus of this ride is its outdoor but covered!
3. Kali River Rapids, AK- Not only is this a fantastic and fun ride that keeps you outdoors but you have a really great chance of getting wet and cooling off! This ride is an adventure ride with lots of spins and drops.
4. Kilimanjaro Safari, AK- a nice way to get a load off those tired feet and see many of the Animal Kingdom feature animals from perfect vantage points. Have your camera ready because you may see zebras, rhinos, giraffes and if you’re lucky-a lion or two!
5. Dumbo the Flying Elephant, MK- This ride was such a popular classic that during the expansion of New Fantasyland it doubled in size! Perfect for your little ones, don’t miss this one.
6. Summit Plummet, BB- One of the best water slides Disney and anyone else has to offer! This slide is one of the fastest and longest in the world at 120 feet of free fall! If you make it to Blizzard Beach and you have a daredevil spirit, this is for you!
7. Primeval Whirl, AK- Found in Dinoland U.S.A in Animal Kingdom this carnival-style roller coaster puts a new “spin” on things! The cars you are seated in not only whiz around the coaster tracks but it spins on the track as you roll! Note- This ride is currently closed for refurbishment so check to be sure it’s open for your trip!
8. Walt Disney World Railroad, MK- By no means a thrill ride, this old-fashioned steam-powered train picks you up in Fantasyland and drops you off in Frontierland and Main Street U.S.A. (and vice versa). It’s a different way to see the park and provides a scenic shortcut for those who need a break!
9. Splash Mountain, MK- Though only about 50% outdoors the real thrill of the ride is in outside in the Florida sunshine so it makes this list! It’s a high-speed, long drop right under the brier patch. Keep your camera in your bag…you may get wet!
10. Jungle Cruise, MK- I was broken-hearted when this ride was closed on my most recent trip this May! A family favorite, everyone loves the trip through the jungle with views of playful elephants, hippos and a comedic tour guide.
BONUS: I can’t logically include this attraction because it’s not a “ride” but I also feel I can not mention it! I have been obsessed with the Swiss Family Robinson Tree House since I was a kid! It’s a must see for me every time I’m in Disney World. What was your favorite outdoor ride as a kid?
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