Epcot

EPCOT is an interesting park, and feels different for me than the others. There is so much culture to discover, and it can be more relaxing and exploratory if you let it. With a lower ride count and more of them listed as Tier 1 (making it harder to get lightning lanes), this park worried me at first, but we actually spent two full days there on our last trip. We were able to try restaurants from 4 different countries and watch some of the shows offered in the pavilions to take a break from the heat. This park also has some of the yummiest snacks and drinks you can find at Disney.

Ride Videos & Planning Guide

Below you’ll find first-person POV ride videos organized by land/area for this park. These are included to help you get a better sense of each attraction so you can decide what feels right for you and your family before purchasing Lightning Lane passes or waiting in standby lines.

Keep in mind that some attractions are dark, fast, or highly immersive, so videos may not fully reflect the real experience. However, they can still be helpful for understanding ride intensity, movement, and overall vibe.

You’ll also notice that full show recordings are not included. Some experiences are best enjoyed for the first time in person. However, I’ve included show run times and noted when each one is a good opportunity for a break in the air conditioning.

World Celebration

Spaceship Earth

Journey Into Imagination with Figment

Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival (18 minute show, indoors)

World Discovery

Guardian of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (motion sickness risk)

Mission: SPACE (I would recommend skipping, but if you opt to try this, choose Green)

Test Track (top speed 65mph)

World Nature

Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana (walk through)

Awesome Planet (10 minute show, indoors)

Soarin’ (motion sickness warning)