Walt Disney World can be very overwhelming when you first arrive as well as during the planning process. There is so much to see and do, you can spend a month in Walt Disney World and still never see everything that Disney has to offer. I have compiled a list of the things that I believe are must see and do’s while in Walt Disney World for a first timer. Please feel free to reply with any attractions you feel should be added to the list.
MUST DO RIDES and Shows
Magic Kingdom Rides
- The three mountains: Space Mountain– in Tomorrowland, Splash Mountain– in Frontierland and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad– in Frontierland.
- Haunted Mansion in Liberty Square
- “It’s a Small World” in Fantasyland
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland
- Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland
- Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride in Fantasyland
Magic Kingdom Shows
- Wishes Nighttime Spectacular
Epcot Rides
- Mission: Space in Future World
- Soarin’ in Future World
- Spaceship Earth in Future World
- Test Track presented by Chevrolet in Future World
Shows
- IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rides
- Star Tours- The Adventure Continues in Echo Lake
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith on Sunset Blvd
- Toy Story Midway Mania in Pixar Place
- The Twilight Zone: Tower of Terror on Sunset Blvd
Shows
- Fantasmic!
- Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
Animal Kingdom Rides
- Expedition Everest in Asia
- Kilimanjaro Safaris in Africa
- Kali River Rapids Raft Ride in Asia
- It’s Tough to be a Bug in Discovery Island
Shows
- Festival of the Lion King
Other Must See and Do’s for first timers
- Ride the Monorail
- Ride the boat
- Get a pair of Mickey ears
- Attend a Character Meal
- Participate in Pin Trading
- Get your picture taken in front of all park entrances
- Find Hidden Mickey’s
- Go to Downtown Disney
There is so much to see and do while at Walt Disney World for the first time. Take your time, breathe and have the most magical time of your life, remember you are on vacation!
Great article! Even if you are not a first-timer, this is a good list for those that may not have enough time in one trip to see it all!
Great list!
This is a great list!!