Disney Spotlight: Dark Rides at the Magic Kingdom

The term “dark rides” doesn’t seem to fit in well with the happy imagery of the Disney theme parks…

But what you’ll find is that many “dark rides” aren’t that scary at all…

The Magic Kingdom has the most amount of dark rides out of the Disney theme parks, the majority of which are concentrated in the Fantasyland area…

While Orlando theme parks attract a lot of coaster enthusiasts, there are people that can’t enjoy such jarring attractions. Women that are pregnant, small children or those that generally get motion sickness can’t enjoy rides like

The Hulk at Universal Studios Orlando or the Rock ‘N’ Rollercoaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. They are simply too intense for their physical condition. But just because you can’t enjoy those rides doesn’t mean you have to sit back on your hands—just check out a dark ride!

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is an adorable journey through the Hundred Acre Wood. Narrated by Winnie the Pooh and friends, you get to follow the adventures of Christopher Robin as you ride in a “hunny” pot. While some dark rides spin and turn, the motion is never too much for you to handle—unless you’re very sensitive.

Peter Pan’s Flight is another great attraction in Disney World. You hop aboard a pirate ship as you sail over London and follow Peter, Wendy Darling and her brothers to Neverland where you come face-to-face with animatronics of Captain Hook and the classic crocodile.

Right across from Peter Pan you will find It’s A Small World. While not a “dark” ride, the leisurely cruise through the various cultures of the world is a Disney classic in both Disneyland and Walt Disney World . This attraction is a fan favorite, especially with the little ones.

But the scariest of the dark rides features the first Disney Princess: Snow White.

In Snow White’s Scary Adventures you are immersed in the world of Snow White and the Evil Queen that tricks her into taking a bite of the poison apple. The witch is regarded as one of the scariest (and classic) Disney villains of all time, and despite this being a ride for young kids she can be pretty creepy. As with every Disney movie you get a happy ending where Snow White goes off to her castle with Prince Charming and you head back out into the park. It’s a great way to enjoy the Disney magic without worrying about coasters.

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