What kind of ride is Space Mountain?

Race through the cosmos in the dark to the edge of the galaxy and back on a thrilling roller-coaster ride. Space Mountain will be closed for refurbishment, beginning September 18, 2023, and will reopen October 27, 2023.



Space Mountain is a high-speed, indoor steel roller coaster located in Tomorrowland at various Disney parks, including Walt Disney World and Disneyland. The ride is characterized by its pitch-black environment, which simulates a journey through deep space. Unlike traditional outdoor coasters, Space Mountain relies on darkness, strobe lights, and cosmic sound effects to create a sense of speed and disorientation, as riders cannot see the track ahead. In 2026, the ride continues to be one of the most popular attractions in the world, often featuring "Hyperspace Mountain" seasonal overlays. The Florida version features two separate tracks (Alpha and Omega) with a single-file seating arrangement, while the California version features side-by-side seating and a synchronized on-board musical score. It is considered a "thrill ride" but is generally accessible to anyone meeting the height requirement of 40 inches (102 cm) or 44 inches depending on the specific park location.

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Race through the cosmos in the dark to the edge of the galaxy and back on a thrilling roller-coaster ride. Space Mountain will be closed for refurbishment, beginning September 18, 2023, and will reopen October 27, 2023.

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Space Mountain is an exhilarating experience, but it is ROUGH. You will go in screaming, not out of fear but excitement. It is very dark inside, with limited ability to see so if you do not do well with dark and twisty this ride is not for you.

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The coaster's steepest drop registers at 39 degrees but you can expect to lose your stomach multiple times during this ride! Most guests are surprised to learn that Space Mountain's top speed is only 28 mph.

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Your child is welcome to ride the attraction accompanied by a 14-year-old (or older) as long as he meets the 44in (112cm) or taller requirement set for Space Mountain at Walt Disney World. Each row holds one passenger; three passengers per rocket car, so your child would be accompanied by other people.

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It's a fun ride, don't get me wrong, but it's far less intense than the original. There's maybe one good drop on the ride; it focuses mainly on helixes the whole ride. It's impeccably smooth, but it doesn't have the same thrill factor as the original IMO.

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Once at the top, the trains then make a small and quick dip before plunging into numerous twists and turns as they travel around the mountain in near-complete darkness, including the coaster tracks' steepest drop of 39 degrees.

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Space Mountain is an intense coaster that has many sharp twists and turns. Plus, the majority of the ride takes place in total darkness. It's a very jerky ride, meaning motion sickness is highly possible for those prone to it.

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Space Mountain. Must be at least 44 inches (112 cm) tall to ride. For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back, or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.

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Space Mountain is an enclosed roller coaster ride in the dark – the darkness of outer space. So, thrills come from the fact that, as opposed to other coasters, you never know what's coming! And unlike in space, everyone can hear you scream.

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While the near darkness, out of this world theming and a few unforeseen drops may have you feeling as though you're traveling at the speed of light, Space Mountain is one of the slowest coasters in the Magic Kingdom.

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A lot of this ride takes place in the dark, but it's not complete darkness like Space Mountain. Although there are a few brief moments where there is almost no light, it's more like being in a movie theater.

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If it's the being jerked around aspect of coasters that you dislike, Space is definitely rougher than BTMRR. I love them both but if you don't have a crick in your neck when you get on Space, you may well have one when you get off.

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It does NOT go upside down. For safety, though, guests should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back, or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that the ride could aggravate.

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EE has a faster top speed and more thrilling drops, and theres that backwards portion. The view from the top is great also. Space is a fun coaster in complete darkness but EE still holds more thrills for me ... even with a bad Yeti component.

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Rock N Roll Coaster is much faster than Space Mountain, but you are well strapped in and just sit back and enjoy the ride (with a couple of loop the loops). You are not jostled about much.

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No need to worry. If your son is tall enough to ride, he won't have a problem, unless he simply gets scared. There are no big drops on Space Mtn.; only small short ones (at least 3 or 4). The scariest part is the dark and if you're not in the front, you really can't see where your going.

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You might be surprised to learn that Space Mountain pokes along at a top speed of only 27 mph. But because it operates in the dark, it amps up the fear of the unknown and makes the coaster seem faster and scarier. Thrill scale: 5.

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Tower of Terror includes sudden, fast drops in a dark, enclosed space which may be frightening to some guests. Also, if you bring any bags or backpacks with you, keep them closed and tucked securely between your feet. The drop sequences will cause them to shift around or fly up.

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