What is the new ride at EPCOT?

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is a an exciting ride that debuted at Epcot on May 27, 2022.



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Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana (opens October 16, 2023) According to Disney, this “first-ever experience based on the Walt Disney Animation Studios hit film, 'Moana,' will let guests interact with magical, living water in a beautiful and inspiring setting.

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Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana in EPCOT — Opening October 16th, 2023! Journey of Water is a new attraction — the first ever inspired by Moana — opening in EPCOT's World Nature on October 16th, 2023! The attraction is a walkthrough trail where guests can “play with magical, living water” in an immersive way.

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A virtual queue is in place for this attraction. Guests will need to use the My Disney Experience app to enter the attraction. A standby queue is not available. Each Guest can request to enter the virtual queue no more than once per day during regular park hours.

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For most guests, there are 5 main ways that will allow you to ride Remy's Ratatouille Adventure with the least amount of waiting:
  1. Pay to ride using Genie+
  2. Ride during Early Theme Park Entry (onsite guests only)
  3. Ride right when the park opens.
  4. Hop in line right before the park closes.


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When it comes to attractions, Epcot will have more to do in 2023 than it did in the last few years. Plus, Epcot has better atmosphere and food options than any other park at Walt Disney World, which is especially true and important as the phased reopening continues.

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Disney's Splash Mountain was inspired by the 1946 film Song of the South and opened in 1989 and 1992 at Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom respectively. However, the ride is now being permanently replaced at both the locations.

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There are 11 rides at EPCOT in 2023, and only 9 rides at Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom. With the addition of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster, EPCOT attractions have even taken a spot as some of the best thrill rides in Orlando!

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With a multitude of changes coming to EPCOT this year, the park is going to be practically unrecognizable in 2024! Soon, Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana will be open to the public, followed by the new nighttime fireworks show.

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EPCOT Refurbishments and Closures
  • Harmonious will close April 2, 2023, EPCOT Forever will return April 3, 2023.
  • Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana will open in late 2023.


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With that said, our actual advice is visiting Epcot on a weekday. Mondays through Wednesdays are all equally good. We've noticed a slight uptick in crowds on Thursdays, and a more significant one on Fridays. Still, not nearly as bad as Saturday or Sunday.

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EPCOT is arguably the least family-friendly park at Walt Disney World, so you may not need more than a few hours to do everything of interest if you have small children. With that said, a full day at EPCOT is highly recommended for first-timers.

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Plus, it features a brand-new ride system that rotates 360 degrees! Imagineers call it an OmniCoaster ride system as it's inspired by Disney's OmniMover system used in the Haunted Mansion and Spaceship Earth – but reimagined for a roller coaster.

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Disney Genie Plus Cost FAQ A: The Disney Genie Plus Prices at Disney World range from $15 – $35 depending on when you visit the parks.

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It stands for Individual Lightning Lane attractions – big headliners that Disney now charges you extra for if you want to skip the standby line. Have more questions about how ILLs work?

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