Get ready to experience a thrilling chase through space at the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. This exciting ride features a reverse launch roller coaster that will rock your world! Hold on tight because you are about to experience an intergalactic chase you will never forget!
Let’s head over to World Discovery at Epcot and have some fun!
The Rules
- You need to be 42 inches or taller to ride this attraction.
- This attraction is ideal for tweens, teens, and adults.
- Use the individual lightning lane only or the virtual queue.
What it Feels Like to Experience Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
As you enter Future World at Epcot, you want to go on the side that has Mission: Space and the Test Track. The Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is located where the old Universe of Energy Pavilion used to be.
Excitement increases as you approach the attraction. It’s super popular, so be prepared to wait in a long line. The great thing about this ride is it keeps you entertained as you stay with the preshow.
Once you reach inside, the lights go dark, and the screen turns on to start the journey. Actors appear on the screen and create the storyline that includes your mission.
It’s explained that you would be teleported to a nova ship above your planet for an unforgettable demonstration of the cosmic generator. After you see the introduction briefing, you enter the next phase of the attraction. This is when everyone walks into a new chamber that offers more instruction.
Make sure you look up when you enter this room because what you are about to see is unbelievable! This phase is the transport phase, and suddenly code red happens, and it’s time to get on the roller coaster.
Buckle up in your seat and hold on tight because this coaster is pitch black, and you only see impressive laser lights. The music starts, and the narration explains what is going on during the ride.
You feel like you are in space as you see planets from a distance, spacecraft, and more. In addition, the coaster suddenly goes in reverse, and the fun begins!
Twists, turns, and everything in between makes this ride fantastic! The music is a lot of fun too!
There are amazing surprises along the way, so make sure you keep your eyes open as it flashes by your face. When you wish this ride never ends, it does and makes you want to ride it several more times.
Scare Factor
This attraction has a medium scare factor. The ride is in the dark and filled with surprises. There are flashing laser lights throughout the ride, which could lead to dizziness or stomach sickness afterward.
Post Show
After you experience this incredible attraction, you will be ready to explore the rest of the World Discovery area at Epcot. Your energy level will be boosted after this ride, so you will be prepared for even more thrilling rides such as Mission: Space and Test Track.
Mission: Space is a simulated thrilling ride that blasts off on a NASA-style adventure to Mars. This ride is quite an experience and involves a four-person crew that includes a pilot, navigator, engineer, and commander. Your group will liftoff and blast through space while dodging meteorites and seeing amazing views of planet earth from a distance.
Test Track is the attraction you need to try if you love cars! The ultimate test drive involves scaling three-story high hills, accelerating to high speeds, maneuvering obstacles, and more. You even get a chance to design your car and take a picture with it against a backdrop.
Chances are you will be hungry so head over to Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company for beverages and snacks. However, if you are looking for a meal Space, 220 restaurant is the best option.
The Space 220 restaurant is an excellent way to highlight your experience with the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. This restaurant makes you feel like you are dining in space as you look out the window to see the earth while you eat.
The spectacular menu includes delicious dishes like steak, salmon, burgers, shrimp, chicken, quinoa burgers, and more. They also offer beverages such as an espresso martini, lunar eclipse, beers, wines, and champagne.
In addition, the Space 220 lounge offers quick bites and incredible spirits, and more! Some must-have bites include Astro deviled eggs, short rib sliders, blue moon cauliflower, starry calamari, and shrimp cocktail.
Before you leave this area to explore the rest of Epcot, make sure you check out Treasure of Xandar to find great merchandise! This is where you will find everything related to Guardians of the Galaxy!
Helpful Tips
- This ride offers attraction photography, so make sure you check it out after the ride is over. The pictures capture your facial expression during the ride, and the results are usually hysterical. It’s worth keeping as a great memory.
- If you have a sensitive stomach, avoid eating before this ride.
- Pay close attention to the screens during the preshow. The actors on these screens include Glenn Close, Terry Crews, and more!
- Plan to spend at least a few hours in this area of the park.
- If you have young children, visit other areas of the park first, so they don’t feel anxious and rush the experience.
- Young children under a certain height are not allowed at this attraction. Please make sure you designate someone to watch them while you stand in line and ride the attraction. Meeting afterward a Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea. This coffee shop has snacks and air conditioning that helps keep the kids calm.
Overall, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is a must-experience attraction you will never forget! It captivates your attention, and it’s super exciting! Are you ready to explore space on a thrilling roller coaster? Book your Walt Disney World vacation today!
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Learn more about Cosmic Rewind at the WDW website here.
