Best Rides for Kids (6–9) at Animal Kingdom
School-age kids who are ready for moderate thrills and longer wait times.
Kids are typically around 44" tall. Rides with higher height requirements are listed separately below.
Top picks for kids
Discovery Island Trails
Discovery Island
Feathered Friends in Flight!
Asia
Festival of the Lion King
Africa
Finding Nemo: The Big Blue... and Beyond!
Dinoland U.S.A
Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
Africa
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Africa
Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost
Discovery Island
Meet Moana at Character Landing
Discovery Island
Na'vi River Journey
Pandora - The World of Avatar
The Oasis Exhibits
The Oasis
Tree of Life
Discovery Island
Wilderness Explorers
The Oasis
Zootopia: Better Zoogether! - NEW!
Discovery Island
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These rides are outside the typical comfort zone for kids but may still be enjoyable depending on the individual.
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