INTRODUCTIONPilot
your own spacecraft on an aerial adventure in Tomorrowland's
skies. The centerpiece of Tomorrowland is the tall structure
of orbs and planets that Astro Orbiter circles!
ATTRACTION
Astro
Orbiter -- Look up in the sky and watch the silvery rockets
circle around the colorful sculpture of "Tomorrowland."
To reach the ride you must first enter a small elevator that takes you
up to the loading area of the rocket ships. Then, step into the rocket
for a one-and-a-half minute spin way above the sights and sounds of
the Magic Kingdom. Use your joystick to raise and lower your rocket
as it goes round and round. Two people can fit in one ship, one behind
the other.
Mini-Review:
Astro Orbiter isn't on our list of recommended attractions; it's basically
Dumbo with rockets instead of flying elephants. However we must be
in the minority because there always seems to be a long line here.
Perhaps it's just folks killing time until their Buzz Lightyear or
Space Mountain FastPass is ready!
TOURING
TIPS
This
ride is usually open during the Magic Kingdom's
Extra Magic Hour.
There isn't much to this ride except the wonderful view of Tomorrowland
once you are in the air. This is an exceptionally breathtaking view
at night!
There
is a loose safety strap to pull across your waist.
The
elevator is small and dingy (and some have an aversion to the
odor inside), so if you are at all claustrophic, don't try to board
this ride.
It's also not appropriate for those with height or motion sickness
problems.
Astro
Orbiter is wheelchair/ECV accessible, but you must be able
to transfer out and get into the ride vehicle.
KIDS
AND CHARACTERS
This
ride is similar (though not nearly as cute or themed) as Dumbo
and the Magic Carpets of Aladdin. If your child enjoys those
rides, they will probably enjoy this one.
Disney
Characters are typically not found in the immediate area, but across
the way at Buzz Lightyear, you will sometimes find Buzz Lightyear
signing autographs.
Check
your Times Guide for times and locations of other Meet and Greet
opportunities.
Magic
Kingdom Characters At A Glance
Character
Meet and Greet FAQ!
DINING
At
the base of Astro Orbiter is the Lunching Pad which serves turkey
legs and beverages.
Magic
Kingdom Restaurants At A Glance
Menus From Around the World
Vegetarian and Other
Special Diets
SHOPPING
Mickey's
Star Traders is the nearest shop to Astro Orbiter.
INTERESTING
FACTS
This
attraction first opened November 28, 1974, as StarJets. It was
closed, refreshed and repainted during the Tomorrowland change-over
in the mid-1990s. It reopened April 30, 1994, as Astro Orbiter.
If
you have comments or tips to share with others about touring the Magic
Kingdom, please email us. Thank
you.
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