Best Rides For Families at Disney’s Hollywood Studios



Disney's Hollywood Studios

Dark rides are attractions that utilize darkness, sights, sounds, and other effects to tell a story as guests travel through the ride at a leisurely pace. Disney World is known for their dark rides as well as their family attractions. These attractions are suitable for guests of all ages and are part of what makes Disney World such a great place to visit for families. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is well-known for its thrill rides and exciting areas like Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land, but this Disney park is also home to some incredible dark rides and other attractions for the whole family! If you have a visit to Disney World in your future then continue reading to learn more about the best dark rides at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Toy Story Midway Mania

Fans of Toy Story will love Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios. This immersive land shrinks guests down to the size of a toy as they play in Andy’s backyard. Toy Story Land is home to several larger-than-life attractions including Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster and Alien Swirling Saucers. If you are looking for an attraction that the whole family can enjoy then head towards Toy Story Midway Mania.

Toy Story Mania
Toy Story Mania. Photo: Disney.

Toy Story Midway Mania is an interactive 4D shooting game where guests take place in 5 interactive games led by their favorite Toy Story characters. Guests zip through the midway and compete for the highest score! This attraction has no height requirement and can be enjoyed by all members of your family.

Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway

One of Hollywood Studios’ newest attractions is an innovative dark ride showcasing the best of Disney’s Imagineers. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway follows Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, and Pluto as a picnic in the park goes wrong. This attraction uses effects, animatronics, and trackless ride vehicles in a unique way. Guests of all ages will love this experience.

Inside Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Photo: Disney.

Muppet Vision 3D

If you are a fan of the Muppets then head over to Muppet Vision 3D to see some of your favorite Muppet characters in an exciting 4D film. This film uses special effects like water, sound, and even audio-animatronics to bring this wacky adventure to life. The show runs for approximately 17 minutes and is fun for all guests.

Muppet Vision 3D
Muppet Vision 3D. Photo: Disney.

For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Singalong Celebration

There is something special for Frozen fans in Hollywood Studios: For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Singalong Celebration. This stage show stars two Arendelle story-tellers as they tell the story of Anna and Elsa in a fun and humorous way. Guests are invited to loudly singalong to their favorite Frozen tunes as appearances are made by Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf! Stick around for the end of the show when Elsa appears to sing her iconic tune and spread snow throughout the theatre. For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Singalong Celebration lasts for approximately 30 minutes with showtimes each hour of the day.

For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration Elsa
Elsa in For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration Elsa. Photo: Emily Murray.

What is your favorite family attraction at Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments below!

Featured Photo: Megan Woodard

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Megan Woodard


Contributing Writer

Megan was born into a Disney family. Her first trip to Disney World was when she was only 18 months old. Now as an adult, Megan loves to share the magic of Disney with her two toddlers. Keeping up with Disney news and Disney World knowledge is a fun hobby for Megan. Disney World is her favorite place to be and continuously brings back her childhood joy.

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