No one enjoys waiting on vacation, but when you’re at Walt Disney World Resort, even the lines can be an exciting part of the experience. Walt Disney Imagineers have created some of the most engaging and immersive ride queues, transforming the wait into a mini-adventure of its own.
From clever theming to interactive elements, these queues are more than just places to stand—they’re attractions in their own right. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or are a seasoned Walt Disney World Resort traveler, these 12 incredible lines are sure to keep you entertained while you wait.
12. Soarin’ – EPCOT
Soarin’ is one of many Walt Disney World Resort attractions featuring interactive line elements. In 2019, EPCOT replaced motion-based games in the World Nature attraction queue with the “Soarin’ Challenge” trivia game.
This fun trivia game keeps the wait exciting and helps guests learn more about the various countries and landmarks they’ll “fly” over during the ride. With its open, airy design, this queue also provides a relaxing atmosphere, setting the stage for a thrilling flight around the world.
11. The Jungle Cruise – Magic Kingdom Park
This Adventureland attraction doesn’t just offer a boat ride; it boasts a queue full of quirky fun Easter eggs. This line is packed with puns, jokes, and amusing details.
From missing-person posters to the “empty” animal cages, you’ll find yourself laughing at the clever designs throughout the Jungle Cruise queue. Be sure to pay attention to the vintage audio of old-timey radio broadcasts—it’s filled with even more funny announcements, preparing you for your jungle adventure.
10. The Seas with Nemo and Friends – EPCOT
The queue for The Seas with Nemo and Friends is one of Disney’s most unique. Walking through the line, you’ll feel like you’re journeying from a beach to underwater.
The queue is filled with references to Finding Nemo (2003), with hidden details from the movie scattered throughout the area. Look up to catch glimpses of the ocean above, and enjoy the effects that make you feel submerged in the deep blue sea.
9. Toy Story Mania! – Disney’s Hollywood Studios
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be the size of a toy, the queue for Toy Story Mania! will give you that experience. This line is located in Toy Story Land, packed with oversized toys, life-size board game pieces, and even an interactive Mr. Potato Head animatronic.
8. Kali River Rapids – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
The queue for Kali River Rapids is full of rich cultural and environmental storytelling. The line is long, but it’s filled with intricate details that introduce the ride’s themes of conservation.
As you make your way through the queue, you’ll pass shrines, colorful statues, and signs that tell the story of the Kali Rapids Expedition. The immersive environment helps you feel like you’re truly preparing for a thrilling white-water adventure in the heart of Asia.
7. Haunted Mansion – Magic Kingdom Park
The updated Haunted Mansion queue in Magic Kingdom offers more than just spooky visuals—it’s an interactive experience. With ghostly instruments to play and whispering busts to listen to, you’ll be entertained long before you step inside the mansion.
The special effects are the perfect mix of spooky and silly, making this queue perfect for guests of all ages.
6. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – Magic Kingdom Park
The queue for The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is designed to keep little ones entertained. While parents wait in line, kids can play with interactive elements, like a virtual honey wall where they can leave handprints or drawings.
This queue is great for families with young children, as it offers a fun distraction that makes the wait fly by.
5. Pirates of the Caribbean – Magic Kingdom Park
The queue for Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland has long been a classic example of Imagineering’s attention to detail. As you wind your way through the line, you pass by armories, kegs of gunpowder, and even pirates engaged in a never-ending game of chess.
The detail makes this queue stand out—it sets the tone for the adventure you’re about to embark on.
4. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train – Magic Kingdom Park
In New Fantasyland, you’ll find one of Walt Disney World Resort’s most interactive lines. Guests of all ages can play with shimmering gems and water features that will make the roller coaster’s hour+ wait fly by!
As fun as the queue is, make sure to move ahead, following the family in front of you. It helps keep everyone’s wait as short as possible!
3. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror – Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The queue for Tower of Terror is another masterpiece of storytelling. As you step into the Hollywood Tower Hotel, you’re immediately transported back to a time gone by.
Dusty tables, abandoned luggage, and cobweb-filled corners set the eerie atmosphere. As you make your way to the boiler room, the immersive environment makes you feel like you’re walking through a haunted hotel—an experience you won’t soon forget.
2. Expedition Everest – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
One of the most impressive lines at Walt Disney World Resort is found at Expedition Everest in Asia at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Starting in a travel agency and moving through a Himalayan temple and garden, this queue is an actual work of art.
The details are so authentic that the Walt Disney Imagineers even brought over 8,000 artifacts from their research trips to Nepal. The queue’s rich storytelling and immersive setting make it feel like you’re really preparing for an expedition into the mountains, with each new area revealing another part of the Yeti’s legend.
1. Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid – Magic Kingdom Park
The queue for Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid in New Fantasyland takes the top spot as one of Disney’s most enchanting line experiences. As you make your way through waterfalls and rocky grottos, you’ll meet friendly characters like Scuttle and the little blue crabs who need your help sorting Ariel’s treasures.
The queue continues through Prince Eric’s castle, with impressive details that showcase the beauty of the sea. What makes this queue so special is that it’s accessible to all guests, regardless of height. Everyone can enjoy the stunning effects and immersive atmosphere!
Which of These Disney World Lines Would You Like to Experience Again?
Walt Disney World Resort has no shortage of fantastic ride lines that are more than just a place to wait. With incredible theming, interactive elements, and immersive environments, these queues are attractions in themselves.
Whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll through Pirates of the Caribbean or playing with the interactive elements in Haunted Mansion, the journey through the queue is often just as memorable as the ride itself.
Do you have a favorite ride queue at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park? Share it with Disney Dining in the comments!
