Are you looking to maximize your experience during your next visit to Hollywood Studios? Rope dropping is the best way to get the most out of your visit and maximize your time while avoiding the lines, so let’s explore some of the best rides to head to directly after being let into the park. Of course, there is a fair amount of subjectivity to these picks, but we don’t think you can go wrong with any of these attractions we’ve listed.
What Is Rope Dropping?
Rope dropping is a term used to describe the process of arriving early at Disney theme parks in order to be among the first guests to enter. It involves arriving before the park officially opens, usually about 30 minutes before, and waiting for the “ropes” that separate guests from the entrance to drop. This allows visitors to get a head start on their day and experience some of the attractions with shorter wait times. Rope dropping is especially beneficial for those who are visiting during peak season when lines tend to be longer.
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is an adventure ride where you’ll experience cartoon chaos and journey into a world of wild imagination as you board the runaway railway. This wacky and wonderful attraction features trackless carts, projection mapping, and other cutting-edge technologies that make you feel like you’re in a cartoon! Get ready for twists, turns, and plenty of surprises – it’s an adventure like no other!
| Walt Disney World Park | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Hollywood Boulevard |
| Height Restrictions | Any Height |
| Age Interests | All ages |
| Thrill Type | Dark Rides |
| Hours | Normal park hours |
| Wait Times | Medium |
| FastPass+ | Yes |
| Accessibility Information | Audio Description, Handheld Captioning, Must Transfer from wheelchair/ECV |
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Step into the world of the Resistance and join forces with iconic characters like Rey, Poe, and Finn. As you go on this thrilling adventure, you’ll face battles with stormtroopers, TIE fighters, and even the First Order’s supreme leader Kylo Ren! Fly a starfighter, escape a Star Destroyer – it’s truly an epic journey that’s out of this world!
| Walt Disney World Park | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge |
| Height Restrictions | 40” (102cm) or taller |
| Age Interests | Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults |
| Thrill Type | Thrill Ride, Small Drops, Dark, Loud |
| Hours | 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wait Times | Virtual Queue |
| FastPass+ | No |
| Accessibility Information | Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV |
Rock ‘N Roller Coaster
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is an electrifying coaster ride! Put on your sunglasses and get ready to rock out as you race through the night in a super-stretch limo! Get ready for a wild ride filled with loops, rolls, and zero-gravity corkscrews as you blast off to Aerosmith’s biggest hits. It’s an adrenaline-pumping thrill ride like no other!
| Walt Disney World Park | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Sunset Boulevard |
| Height Restrictions | 48 inches |
| Age Interests | Kids. Adults, Teens, Tweens |
| Thrill Type | Thrill Ride, Big Drops, Loud |
| Hours | 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wait Times | Medium |
| FastPass+ | Yes |
| Accessibility Information | Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV |
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World is an exhilarating drop ride inspired by the classic TV series. Step into the eerie lobby and prepare for a thrilling journey to the famous tower. As you climb to its mysterious heights, prepare for a sudden plummet in darkness – no two drops are the same! Get ready for one wild ride that will take you into the fifth dimension!
| Walt Disney World Park | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Sunset Boulevard |
| Height Restrictions | 40” (102cm) or taller |
| Age Interests | Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults |
| Thrill Type | Thrill Ride, Drops, Dark |
| Hours | Regular park hours |
| Wait Times | Medium to High |
| FastPass+ | Yes |
| Accessibility Information | Audio Description, Handheld Captioning, Must Transfer from Wheelchair |
Slinky Dog Dash
Slinky Dog Dash is an exciting family-friendly roller coaster that’s sure to excite any Toy Story fan. Climb aboard your own Slinky Dog as you zoom around the track, passing familiar sights from Andy’s toy box. Take a dip in an explosive barrel drop, swerve around tight turns, and even soar through the air with a Sidewinder drop! This wild ride is sure to provide thrills for all ages!
| Walt Disney World Park | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Toy Story Land |
| Height Restrictions | 38 inches or taller |
| Age Interests | Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults |
| Thrill Type | Thrill Ride, Small Drops |
| Hours | 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Wait Times | Moderate to High |
| Genie+ | Yes |
| Accessibility Information | Must transfer to Wheelchair and then to ride vehicle |
Are there any of your favorite attractions to head to first thing in the morning that we missed? What are some of your favorite tactics for rope dropping at Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments!
We hope you enjoyed reading about our top 3 attractions for rope dropping at Hollywood Studios, as always, stay tuned to the DVC Shop blog for all the best tips on making your Disney vacation as magical as possible and all latest developments for Disney theme parks & Disney Vacation Club resorts.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
