What?! 5 Rides We Always Skip at Walt Disney World

We love Walt Disney World just as much as the next Disney fan! From the thrilling rides to the magical shows and one-of-a-kind experiences, there’s no shortage of things to love about a visit to this enchanted destination. But as much as we try to do it all every time we visit, there are a few attractions that we just tend to skip.

Now, don’t get us wrong—these rides aren’t bad. In fact, many of them are loved by other guests! But with limited time, we prefer to focus on our favorite rides and experiences across the four parks.

Whether it’s due to personal preferences or because some rides just don’t measure up to the rest, we’ve compiled a list of rides we skip at Walt Disney World and the reasons why. Hopefully, this will help you decide whether you want to skip them, too, on your next trip!

5. Mission: SPACE (EPCOT)

Let’s kick things off with a ride that always sparks debate: Mission: SPACE at EPCOT. This attraction offers guests the chance to experience what it’s like to launch into space, but for us, it’s a hard pass. While the ride features two different experiences—the less intense “Green” mission and the more intense “Orange” mission—both versions have the same unfortunate side effect: nausea.

Yes, Mission: SPACE is incredibly immersive, but that immersion can leave you feeling queasy for the rest of the day. The tight, confined space combined with the intense spinning and motion just doesn’t sit well with us. So, if you’re like us and would rather avoid feeling like you need a barf bag, you might want to pass on this one.

Instead, we prefer to enjoy the less stomach-churning attractions at EPCOT like Soarin’ Around the World or the thrilling new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

4. It’s Tough to Be a Bug! (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)

Next up on our list is It’s Tough to Be a Bug!, located at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. While this 3D show may seem like a cute, family-friendly attraction based on A Bug’s Life, it tends to be a little too intense for our liking—and for many guests, especially younger children.

The show starts off innocently enough with Flik, the friendly ant, introducing guests to the world of bugs. However, things quickly take a darker turn when Hopper (the intimidating grasshopper) shows up, bringing along some of his less-than-friendly bug friends.

Between the surprise “stingers,” spooky spiders descending from the ceiling, and other creepy-crawly effects, it’s no wonder this attraction can scare both little ones and adults alike!

If you’re not a fan of bugs—or just don’t love getting startled—this might be a good one to skip. Instead, take a leisurely ride on the Kilimanjaro Safaris or explore the breathtaking Pandora – The World of Avatar.

3. Journey Into Imagination with Figment (EPCOT)

We know, we know—Figment is a Disney icon. But when it comes to Journey Into Imagination with Figment at EPCOT, we often find ourselves skipping this one in favor of other attractions. While this ride holds a lot of nostalgia for long-time Disney fans, it’s just not as engaging as some of the newer experiences in the park.

The story is a little disjointed, and the scenes, while whimsical, often leave us scratching our heads. We love Figment as a character, but the ride feels like it could use some updating to match the innovation found elsewhere in Walt Disney World.

With so many incredible experiences at EPCOT, like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and the epic Test Track, it’s hard to justify spending time on this one when there are so many other top-notch rides to enjoy.

2. Kali River Rapids (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)

When it comes to water rides, you’d think that the heat of Disney’s Animal Kingdom would make us eager to jump on anything that promises to cool us down. But when it comes to Kali River Rapids, we tend to pass.

Don’t get us wrong—we love a good water ride! However, Kali River Rapids often leaves guests drenched, and for us, being soaked to the skin while walking around the park for the rest of the day just isn’t ideal.

Plus, the ride itself is relatively short and feels a bit lacking in the storytelling department. While the theme centers on deforestation and environmentalism, the message often gets lost amid the rush of water and splashing.

If you love water rides, you might enjoy this one, but be prepared to get soaked! Otherwise, we’d recommend checking out the more immersive attractions like Expedition Everest or Dinosaur instead.

1. Astro Orbiter (Magic Kingdom)

Finally, we come to Astro Orbiter, located in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. While we love Tomorrowland and the retro-futuristic vibe it offers, Astro Orbiter just isn’t a ride we’re drawn to.

First of all, the ride spins—a lot. And unlike other spinning rides like Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Astro Orbiter adds some serious height to the equation. For those of us who don’t love spinning or heights, this combo can be a bit much. Add in the fact that you need to take an elevator up to the loading platform, and the experience starts feeling more like a hassle than a highlight.

If you’re a fan of spinning rides, Astro Orbiter might be worth checking out, but for us, we prefer the smoother experience of Space Mountain or the fun, family-friendly Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin when exploring Tomorrowland.

Which Rides Do You Skip?

Of course, every Disney guest is different, and the rides we skip might be your favorites! At the end of the day, Walt Disney World is all about creating your perfect vacation experience, and that means picking and choosing what works best for you.

Whether you’re avoiding spinning rides, water-soaking adventures, or simply choosing to spend your time on newer attractions, there’s no right or wrong way to enjoy the magic of Disney.

We’d love to hear from you—what rides do you tend to skip when visiting Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!