Will Guardians of the Galaxy ride make me sick?

You don't get the typical bumps and jostling you might find on Big Thunder Mountain or other coasters, but the rest of the technology and elements of this ride can make riders queasy.



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This is hard to explain, but if you know, you know.) By some measures, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is on the “more intense” end of the Walt Disney World roller coaster spectrum, but it's not intense by real world roller coaster standards. Nor is it uncomfortable or unpleasant at any point.

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Ride warnings Like most roller coasters and thrill rides, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind does have warnings posted at the ride's entrance and before you board. This advises that you should be in good health free from high blood pressure, back and neck issues, heart issues, and more.

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Top Disney World Rides Known to Cause Motion Sickness
  • Mad Tea Party (spinning motion)
  • Prince Charming's Regal Carrousel (spinning motion)
  • Astro Orbiter (spinning)
  • Dumbo the Flying Elephant (spinning motion)
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (coaster with tight turns)
  • Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin (screens and rapid movement)


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Use motion-sickness prevention medications or natural methods. Choose an alternative ride while your family rides one that will definitely not work for you. Do not ride on a full or empty stomach. Avoid greasy or acidic foods.

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Mine Train is a coaster that goes fast, has vehicles that swing side to side, and even incorporates tight turns. So, depending, this ride could cause motion sickness.

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Now, guests hear classic rock/pop songs from the Guardians of the Galaxy film soundtrack, and experience one of six drop sequences (meaning the ride should be different the first few times you ride it). The ride itself is shorter, faster and more intense than Tower of Terror was, but it's not a huge change.

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Do eat a small, healthy meal a couple of hours before riding. But don't overeat, and avoid coffee, tea and fruit juices, which increase stomach acidity. Based on the research and medical-professional recommendations, eating a light meal before riding a roller coaster is not a bad idea.

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People with high blood pressure and/or heart conditions are warned not to ride roller coasters because of the way they tax the cardiovascular system. The adrenaline rush that roller coasters give you causes a rapid spike in your heart rate and blood pressure.

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