Just like Dumbo, Astro Orbiter is a hub and spoke attraction where you go round and round a central point while raising and lowering your vehicle. In this case, it’s a rocket ship turning around planets instead of a flying elephant spinning around a small rodent named Timothy, but the concept is the same.
Personally, I think that the elephants have more charm and appeal. Astro Orbiter does have the advantage of being placed above ground level, which gives you a nice view of Tomorrowland as you circle. Because it is above ground level, riders rise to the level of the ride in elevators.
Astro Orbiters is slow loading and unloading, so you could wait in line for a good chunk of time. If the line is long, don’t bother…it’s not worth it. Visit first thing in the morning, or during extra magic hours if you have that option.
June 1st, 2008 at 2:22 pm
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