Epcot is one of the most popular theme parks at Disney World, and for good reason! It offers a variety of attractions and experiences that appeal to people of all ages. If you’re traveling with kids, there are definitely a few rides and attractions in Epcot that you’ll want to check out. Here are our top picks for the best rides & attractions in Epcot for kids under 8!
Best Rides & Attractions in Epcot for Kids
Disney has made an effort to make Epcot fun for young kids. Aside from character meet and greets, there are many Epcot rides and attractions for kids and even some great educational experiences.
While there are plenty of family-friendly rides that kids can go on (like Test Track and Mission Space), there are other rides & attractions that are made with kids in mind.
We have compiled a list of the BEST rides and attractions at Epcot for kids.
The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Take a ride in a clamshell through parts of Finding Nemo while also seeing into the large aquarium tank with real fish!
When you exit, you can spend time checking out the fish & other sea life in the larger-than-life aquarium & kids’ play area.
Turtle Talk with Crush
Get a chance to see and talk to visit Crush (from Finding Nemo) in this interactive experience! Not only will you get to see him, but he will also actually ask questions and fully interact with the audience!
Frozen Ever After
Journey to Arendelle and see some of your favorite characters from the popular movie Frozen.
While in the Norway Pavilion, you will also want to visit Anna & Elsa’s summer home where you can actually meet the two famous Disney princesses!
Grand Fiesta Tour with Three Caballeros
There aren’t many rides in World Showcase, but you can go on a small boat ride to find Donald inside the Mayan Pyramid in the Mexican Pavilion.
Kids will love following Donald along the screens and watching all his crazy antics.
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
The whole family will be shrunk down to Chef Remy’s size for a 4D culinary adventure based on the Disney and Pixar film Ratatouille. Kids are going to love this fast-paced thrill ride!
Kidcot Fun Spots
Be sure to stop at any of the Kidcot Fun Stops located throughout Epcot to get a FREE Coloring souvenir.
Kids can take these to each of the countries to get stamped and enjoy some coloring time.
Space Base at Mission Space
If your kids enjoy climbing on things or just need to burn some energy, take them over to Space Base at the end of Mission Space.
This large structure is an indoor jungle gym of sorts where kids can climb around.
You will also find other interactive things nearby like video game stations where they can pretend to be an astronaut.
If you don’t ride Mission Space, no worries, you can enter it through the store that is at the end of the ride.
Do your kids have favorite things at Epcot to enjoy?