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Walt Disney World often gets all the plaudits, but Disneyland California is packed with big ticket attractions offering unique charm.
Adding to its appeal, Disneyland was the very first Disney theme park to open back on 17th July 1955.
This year marks 70 magical years, making it a better time than ever to join the party. With new celebrations, experiences, and beloved classics all in one place, it’s the perfect moment to gather the family for a California fairytale.
For those seeking the biggest & fastest rides, here's a rundown of iconic rides from slowest to fastest - with a few surprising thrills along the way...
Thrills aren’t always about top speed - and Pirates of the Caribbean proves it. The ride reaches a top speed of just 3 mph and yet it is one of the most iconic and immersive experiences at Disneyland. The suspenseful adventure takes you aboard a weathered barge and plunges you down a dark waterfall into a world of 17th and 18th century pirate chaos.
Opened since 1967 and the last attraction personally overseen by Walt Disney himself, it's a timeless favourite across Disney parks worldwide. With cannon fire, drunken swashbucklers, and eerie cave scenes, it’s a masterclass in storytelling that delivers big atmosphere without the need for high speeds.
It may not be a rollercoaster, but Indiana Jones Adventure is a thrill-ride that delivers pulse-pounding exciitement worthy of any fearless action hero. Join Indiana Jones on a daring, high-stakes quest through a cursed ancient temple, where you’ll board a rugged truck and speed over rough, crumbling terrain, reaching 14 mph.
Along the way, you’ll dodge fiery booby traps, screaming mummies, collapsing rope bridges, and swarms of giant, skittering insects - all leading to a heart-stopping escape from a massive and thunderous rolling boulder. Packed with immersive special effects, clever surprises, and cinematic suspense, this fast-paced dark ride is a longtime fan favourite for good reason. Just be sure you're at least 117cm tall and ready to brave the temple’s wrath.
Nestled in Fantasyland, Matterhorn Bobsleds is a Disneyland icon with thrills as big as its snowy peak. Inspired by Walt Disney’s visit to Zermatt, Switzerland, where he became captivated by the majestic Matterhorn Mountain, this ride was the first tubular steel roller coaster in the world and remains a historic feat of theme park engineering.
Climb aboard a six-person bobsled and ascend 80 feet into an icy cavern before racing through tight mountain turns, dodging waterfalls, crumbling bridges, and the fearsome Abominable Snowman. With snowy caves, big-drops, top speeds of 27 mph, and a splashdown into an alpine lake, it’s a fast-paced thrill that brings the spirit of the Swiss Alps right to Southern California.
Hold on to your hats - it’s the wildest ride in the wilderness! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad may top out at 28mph, but its sharp drops, steep turns, and sudden jolts through a haunted gold mine make it a thrilling, family-friendly adventure from start to finish. Climb aboard a runaway train as it barrels past booming waterfalls, dodges falling boulders, and rumbles through cursed caverns filled with flickering lanterns, eerie echoes, and ghostly whispers.
With rugged scenery, immersive storytelling, and just the right dose of speed, it’s a must-ride classic. Legend has it that after gold was discovered here in the 1850s, eerie happenings began to plague the mine… and some say the spirits never left.
A rite of passage for any Disneyland visitor, Space Mountain launches you on an exhilarating voyage through the cosmos. Climb aboard your rocket and blast off into darkness, where you’ll twist and zoom past stars at speeds of up to 35mph. With sudden turns and cosmic surprises hidden in the void, this classic coaster transforms space travel into a heart-racing adventure.
Set to a futuristic soundtrack and filled with intergalactic visuals, it’s a thrilling ride through deep space like no other. Just make sure you're at least 102cm tall - this mission to Mission Control is reserved for brave explorers only.
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout catapults you into a wild, free-fall adventure that’s equal parts chaos, comedy, and classic rock. Team up with Rocket as he hijacks the Collector’s towering fortress to rescue the Guardians - a mission that involves 39mph drops, explosive visuals from the films, and a whole lot of fun. Each ride is completely unique, with multiple drop sequences synchronised to a different hit from the Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack, from Born to Be Wild to Hit Me with Your Best Shot.
A high-energy reimagining of the original Tower of Terror, it’s packed with Marvel mayhem. But with queues as intense as the ride, we strongly recommend a Lightning Lane pass to blast past the wait.
Rev your engines and head to the heart of Cars Land for Radiator Springs Racers, a high-octane journey through the sun-drenched desert landscape of Ornament Valley. With Lightning McQueen, Mater, Sally, and the whole Cars crew cheering you on, you’ll hop into a six-person racer for a scenic cruise that quickly shifts gears.
After a peaceful ride past the towering Cadillac Range mountains, you’ll zip into a darker detour - complete with a tire change at Luigi’s or a paint job at Ramone’s - before lining up for a no-holds-barred race to the finish. It’s part road trip, part thrill ride, and all engine-roaring fun that reaches a top speed of 40 mph.
Buckle up for the Incredicoaster, Disneyland California’s fastest and most thrilling ride, rocketing guests from 0 to 55mph in just under 4.5 seconds. This high-speed roller coaster, themed around The Incredibles, sends you on a mission through Pixar Pier as baby Jack-Jack’s unpredictable superpowers spiral out of control.
Featuring the park’s only full loop inversion, the ride combines heart-racing drops with enclosed scream tunnels, dazzling special effects, and a cinematic soundtrack by Incredibles 2 composer Michael Giacchino - making it a super-powered adventure you won’t forget. With incredible views, sudden turns, and nonstop action, it’s the ultimate rush for thrill-seekers of all ages.
Ready for adventure? Book your California package holiday and experience the biggest and fastest thrills at Disneyland.
Walt Disney World often gets all the plaudits, but Disneyland California is packed with big ticket attractions offering unique charm.
Adding to its appeal, Disneyland was the very first Disney theme park to open back on 17th July 1955.
This year marks 70 magical years, making it a better time than ever to join the party. With new celebrations, experiences, and beloved classics all in one place, it’s the perfect moment to gather the family for a California fairytale.
For those seeking the biggest & fastest rides, here's a rundown of iconic rides from slowest to fastest - with a few surprising thrills along the way...
Pirates of the Caribbean
Thrills aren’t always about top speed - and Pirates of the Caribbean proves it. The ride reaches a top speed of just 3 mph and yet it is one of the most iconic and immersive experiences at Disneyland. The suspenseful adventure takes you aboard a weathered barge and plunges you down a dark waterfall into a world of 17th and 18th century pirate chaos.
Opened since 1967 and the last attraction personally overseen by Walt Disney himself, it's a timeless favourite across Disney parks worldwide. With cannon fire, drunken swashbucklers, and eerie cave scenes, it’s a masterclass in storytelling that delivers big atmosphere without the need for high speeds.
Indiana Jones Adventure
It may not be a rollercoaster, but Indiana Jones Adventure is a thrill-ride that delivers pulse-pounding exciitement worthy of any fearless action hero. Join Indiana Jones on a daring, high-stakes quest through a cursed ancient temple, where you’ll board a rugged truck and speed over rough, crumbling terrain, reaching 14 mph.
Along the way, you’ll dodge fiery booby traps, screaming mummies, collapsing rope bridges, and swarms of giant, skittering insects - all leading to a heart-stopping escape from a massive and thunderous rolling boulder. Packed with immersive special effects, clever surprises, and cinematic suspense, this fast-paced dark ride is a longtime fan favourite for good reason. Just be sure you're at least 117cm tall and ready to brave the temple’s wrath.
Matterhorn Bobsleds
Nestled in Fantasyland, Matterhorn Bobsleds is a Disneyland icon with thrills as big as its snowy peak. Inspired by Walt Disney’s visit to Zermatt, Switzerland, where he became captivated by the majestic Matterhorn Mountain, this ride was the first tubular steel roller coaster in the world and remains a historic feat of theme park engineering.
Climb aboard a six-person bobsled and ascend 80 feet into an icy cavern before racing through tight mountain turns, dodging waterfalls, crumbling bridges, and the fearsome Abominable Snowman. With snowy caves, big-drops, top speeds of 27 mph, and a splashdown into an alpine lake, it’s a fast-paced thrill that brings the spirit of the Swiss Alps right to Southern California.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Hold on to your hats - it’s the wildest ride in the wilderness! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad may top out at 28mph, but its sharp drops, steep turns, and sudden jolts through a haunted gold mine make it a thrilling, family-friendly adventure from start to finish. Climb aboard a runaway train as it barrels past booming waterfalls, dodges falling boulders, and rumbles through cursed caverns filled with flickering lanterns, eerie echoes, and ghostly whispers.
With rugged scenery, immersive storytelling, and just the right dose of speed, it’s a must-ride classic. Legend has it that after gold was discovered here in the 1850s, eerie happenings began to plague the mine… and some say the spirits never left.
Space Mountain
A rite of passage for any Disneyland visitor, Space Mountain launches you on an exhilarating voyage through the cosmos. Climb aboard your rocket and blast off into darkness, where you’ll twist and zoom past stars at speeds of up to 35mph. With sudden turns and cosmic surprises hidden in the void, this classic coaster transforms space travel into a heart-racing adventure.
Set to a futuristic soundtrack and filled with intergalactic visuals, it’s a thrilling ride through deep space like no other. Just make sure you're at least 102cm tall - this mission to Mission Control is reserved for brave explorers only.
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout catapults you into a wild, free-fall adventure that’s equal parts chaos, comedy, and classic rock. Team up with Rocket as he hijacks the Collector’s towering fortress to rescue the Guardians - a mission that involves 39mph drops, explosive visuals from the films, and a whole lot of fun. Each ride is completely unique, with multiple drop sequences synchronised to a different hit from the Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack, from Born to Be Wild to Hit Me with Your Best Shot.
A high-energy reimagining of the original Tower of Terror, it’s packed with Marvel mayhem. But with queues as intense as the ride, we strongly recommend a Lightning Lane pass to blast past the wait.
Radiator Springs Racers
Rev your engines and head to the heart of Cars Land for Radiator Springs Racers, a high-octane journey through the sun-drenched desert landscape of Ornament Valley. With Lightning McQueen, Mater, Sally, and the whole Cars crew cheering you on, you’ll hop into a six-person racer for a scenic cruise that quickly shifts gears.
After a peaceful ride past the towering Cadillac Range mountains, you’ll zip into a darker detour - complete with a tire change at Luigi’s or a paint job at Ramone’s - before lining up for a no-holds-barred race to the finish. It’s part road trip, part thrill ride, and all engine-roaring fun that reaches a top speed of 40 mph.
Incredicoaster
Buckle up for the Incredicoaster, Disneyland California’s fastest and most thrilling ride, rocketing guests from 0 to 55mph in just under 4.5 seconds. This high-speed roller coaster, themed around The Incredibles, sends you on a mission through Pixar Pier as baby Jack-Jack’s unpredictable superpowers spiral out of control.
Featuring the park’s only full loop inversion, the ride combines heart-racing drops with enclosed scream tunnels, dazzling special effects, and a cinematic soundtrack by Incredibles 2 composer Michael Giacchino - making it a super-powered adventure you won’t forget. With incredible views, sudden turns, and nonstop action, it’s the ultimate rush for thrill-seekers of all ages.
Ready for adventure? Book your California package holiday and experience the biggest and fastest thrills at Disneyland.
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