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    Astro Orbitor

    3.7 (43 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Parker R.

    So fun!!!!! I love everything Disney. The line is usually pretty long but comes early and you get on fast! What a ride. I see it as the space version of Dumbo and it goes slightly higher.

    Iconic Tomorrowland ride
    Diele K.

    Either its age or this attraction is lackluster. I feel like when I go to Disneyland, I ride if it is someone's first time and always underwhelmed. If you want a better style of this ride, I would go on Dumbo personally.

    Look at those rockets!
    Amie L.

    What a rocket! Astro Orbitor is a fun time. Honestly, I have avoided this ride for years as well! It seemed like a 2nd or 3rd choice compared to everything else there is to do in the park. I did find it exhilarating though! It's faster and higher than dumbo and I am always mentioning this... you get a spectacular view of the park! Of the castle! Time it right and you get a front row (rotating) seat of the fireworks show! The line is a little longer than Dumbo but I believe this ride is best to go on at night. It's worth it! Just make sure to remove your hat and whatever else can fly off into space!

    Charles F.

    I am not a fan of the orbiter and its placement at the beginning of Tomorrowland presents a lot of pedestrian problems, The ride itself was underwhelming and I felt it was outdated. While you can adjust your rocket sled and get some views, it's positioning it just odd. The only real pull is that the wait times are usually very good and should tell you all you need to know.

    Another kids attraction. You can blast off to the out space on an astro orbitor - that's the theme. The rockets spin in circles and you get to decide how high high you want to fly. Kids love flying it up and down during that short 90 seconds ride. Not a crazy wait unlike other attractions. Kids will have fun.

    Craig Y.

    Located in Tomorrowland in Disneyland as you enter from Main Street. Basically the same ride as the old Rocket Jets from back in the day. You sit in the rocket and as it goes around in a circle you can adjust the height with the lever by moving it. You get a pretty good view of some of the park from the ride. Overall a fun simple ride.

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    Marcus F.

    Pretty good ride in the entrance on Tomorrowland. Rides like this are at every theme park and in theory this isn't any different. This one probably has the best scenic view. It's a good ride for both parents and kids and for those kids that want to ride by themselves. - Not as cool as the Rocket Jets... - If it's a sunny day there's not a lot of shad in the line. - Line is shorter than the surrounding rides. Keep in mind that the line moves slower than most.

    The Orbitor
    Kev H.

    To me this was a slightly more adult oriented ride than the Dumbo one. While the Dumbo ride allowed you to go up and down only, this Astro Orbitor did the very same thing but at an angle. On the lower end you'd be slightly tilted away from the center so as you orbited, you'd feel like you were about to get thrown out of the ride. Meanwhile on the upper end, you'd be slightly titled toward the center and would feel pulled toward the center as you orbited. It could be dizzying and slightly scary but the strap would keep you safe.

    Steve F.

    One of my favorite rides in Disneyland back in the day was the Rocket Jets, where you can get into an mini rocket and travel around in a circle while controlling how high you travel (similar to Dumbo in Fantasyland). The Astro Orbitor is the successor to the ride, and it's placed near the entrance to Tomorrowland. Aesthetically, the ride looks like a pleasing sculpture, what with the circling gilded planets and moons on the central pillar. And if you look closely at the tail fins of each rocket, they have a zodiac sign on the top one. The rockets can be a little cramped (not to mention that there's one seatbelt for the maximum of three riders), but once you lift off, it's actually kind of fun. Nothing like looking at the park from a high vantage point, and it's not too fast. If the line is short (as it was for us), the Astro Orbiter is worth a try.

    Emil C.

    This isn't a very exciting or thrilling ride, but if you have nothing better to do, you could pass some time on this ride. Each ship can fit up to 3 riders. The ship goes round and round and with the control stick, you can make your ship go up or down. It feels faster with your ship at the lower position, but up or down, you'll be in an awkward tilted position either leaning heavily to the left or the right. Somewhere in between will be the sweet spot where your ship will be level to the ground.

    Eric N.

    Am I the only one who misses when these rockets were up on the platform in Tomorrowland? The Astro Orbitor are the first thing that you come to when you are walking into Tomorrowland. Back in the day they used to be up on the top platform where you got on board the Peoplemover. They are the spinning rocket variety...very much like Dumbo in Fantasyland but you are flying around in a rocket instead of an elephant. Where else besides Disneyland can you fly on an elephant and then walk over and fly on a rocket? The controls are simple enough...you pull back on the lever and you go up. You push the lever away from you and you go down. Not rocket science. Hahaha get it? Rocket science. As these used to be one of my favorite attractions back when I was a kid I wish that the rockets were a little bit bigger. I do not seem to fit into them as well as I did back then. And forget trying to fit two people in there...the last time I did that it was NOT comfortable. Also the line seems to take forever for this ride...the line itself raps around in a circle in between Buzz Lightyear and Star Tours. Not the worst place to get stuck but sometimes you can wait 30 minutes to zoom through space in your rocket. Maybe a Fastpass would be in order? After all is said and done I guess it can be worth the wait...right? :0)

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    First time on this ride. It was a lot of fun, but I wish it did a little more than go up and down... but it is a kids place.

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    This is fun, if the line is short. Maybe not worth waiting in the hot sun for, though.

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    4.5(927 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    I've lived in Orange County most of my life and haven't yet gone to Adventure City. I've driven by…read moreit many times and remembered going to Hobby City when it was at the same location (which has been closed for years). If you have kids, this is worth a visit and is affordable. Parking is free, and there are plenty of spaces when their isn't other events or services going on at the same location. My first visit was for a family kid's birthday party, and we were all pleasantly surprised. The party itself was organized well and had its own area inside one of the buildings. We had our own area decorated (you can bring your own decorations, too), and the food was fantastic for amusement park food. We had pizza, turkey sandwiches, chicken tenders, soda, and punch. We had about an hour for lunch before being released to enjoy the rest of the park. Many of the staff were kind during the party and throughout the park and made the experience that much nicer. The variety of rides here will please most young kids and adults. There are a couple of roller coasters, a carousel, a train that circles once around the park, and many more rides. I'm surprised how much they fit into the park space. There is also an arcade and a petting zoo. For food in the park, you have the standard burgers, pizza, tenders, pretzels, churros, ICEE, ice cream, and more. The prices aren't too bad either. Plenty of snacks and merch to purchase, too. There are also plenty of places to sit and relax, with shaded areas. Especially needed during a warm SoCal day. It was the first time for many guests in our party, and everyone enjoyed the experience. Many of the kids want to go back and have their birthday parties here next year, too.

    Recently brought my goddaughter/ niece and SIL to Adventure City and we had so much fun. This place…read moreis truly toddler friendly and the staff all were friendly. The rides are definitely fit for my precious girl. She did not want to leave. The only negative I would say is that the arcade is waaay too loud. I recommend lowering the sounds of the machines if possible because even I found myself irritated inside but overall we had a great time. We'd come back again.

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    Knott's Berry Farm

    3.3(5.2k reviews)
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    I learned something about myself at Knott's Berry Farm. That is, I never need to visit another…read moretheme park again. It's not them, it's me. Roller coasters and such scare the living shit out of me. Not in a fun way. Becky feels the same way! If you love thrill rides, the rides at Knott's Berry Farm are no joke, at least for us. Especially Xcelerator. Ghost Rider was a scream-fest also. Calico Mine Ride was more my speed. LOL! We've been to Knott's for Knott's "Scary" Farm during Halloween time and that was way more to our liking. It had scary thrills with very good actors, while keeping our feet firmly on the ground. Thrill seekers, Knott's is def for you. There is no shortage of rides for you. Knott's Scary Farm around Halloween is great too for those who love to be spooked and chased by chainsaw wielding fiends.

    I've been going to Knott's Berry Farm for the last 40 years, and I appreciate how this park has…read morestayed consistently good through it all. It's a fun time, less crowded than Disneyland, much simpler than Disneyland, and a lot of fun! I've got three kids under the age of 12, and there's a lot for them to do in Camp Snoopy. There are some solid deals on food and drinks too, and while the meals are nothing to write home about for the most part, some other places have some really good portion sizes. Half-chicken meal at the Boardwalk is a good deal. Parking is a bit steep. I'm surprised that it was $40 even in the general parking lot. But the walk to the park is short, so I like the convenience (ahem, Disneyland). Is it as immersive as Disneyland? No. Is the app good? Not really. (lol for example it said the log ride wait was 15 minutes but actually it took an HOUR). Is the storytelling and music as good as Disney? Heck no. But it's a LOT of fun, the roller coasters slap (esp. Ghost Rider) and it's hecka cheaper, especially if you buy an annual pass. As I mentioned before, Camp Snoopy is brilliant for kids under the age of 10, and my 11-year-old still has some fun on the rides there. Highlights include the spinning swing rides, Sally's Big Swing, and the Snoopy Roller Coaster. The Wild West Ambience is on point. Bandits still rob your train mid-ride, and the live banjo music at the barbecue joint in Old Town was a nice touch! All in all, a solid good time. Went on a Monday in mid-August and the lines weren't too bad (except that log ride lol)

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    3.8(12.5k reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I could feel the nostalgia I absolutely love it here! Cant wait to grow old taking my kids hereread more

    "It's a world of laughter, A world of tears…read more It's a world of hopes, And a world of fears. There's so much that we share, That it's time we're aware It's a small world after all!" I haven't been to Disneyland California since I was a small child, and after all these years, the charm of the original park still makes it THEE Disney experience to beat. There is just something special about Disneyland. The character meet and greets, the food, the beautiful California weather, and the hospitality of all the Cast Members really make the entire experience feel magical. I've visited other Disney parks over the years, but coming back to the original park brought back a feeling that is hard to replicate anywhere else. The newer Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge area was AMAZING to experience. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance was definitely worth the wait, but do yourself a favor and get a Lightning Lane pass if you can so you don't have to wait as long as my friend and I did. The ride is incredibly immersive and absolutely awe inspiring if you're a fan of the series. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run was also such a fun experience and really makes you feel like you've stepped straight into the Star Wars universe. Also at the top of my list was Tiana's Bayou Adventure. It was absolutely worth the wait, but again, GET THE LIGHTNING LANE PASS! We waited it out, and while I loved the ride, future me will definitely be using Lightning Lane. Everything else, including Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, remains just as fun as ever. These are the nostalgic Disneyland classics that you simply cannot miss. One of my favorite parts of my most recent visit was meeting Tigger and Winnie the Pooh. That instantly brought me back to my childhood. They were both just as sweet as I remembered, and Tigger was super excited and bouncy as always. Looking back at the pictures we took genuinely makes me so happy. I also got to meet Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Princess Tiana, and they were all absolutely lovely as well. We ended the night watching the parade and fireworks, and it was the perfect ending to such a beautiful day. It was filled with laughter, fun rides, good food, reminders of my childhood, and new memories that I'll cherish forever. Happy 70th Anniversary, Disneyland! See you sooner rather than later, I hope.

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    3.6(750 reviews)
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    4.3(280 reviews)
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