Disney World definitely proves the saying, “The only constant is change!”

When that change happens, we see some of our favorite attractions, shops, and even restaurants go away. Over the past couple of years in particular, though, there have been a few “cult favorite” attractions that have had permanent closures. Can you remember their names? Let’s talk about it!

These Disney World attractions have been permanently closed in Disney World. Let’s see how many you remember!

Magic Kingdom

If You Had Wings (1972-1987)

This little-known gem wasn’t so little in its day! If You Had Wings debuted in 1972, taking guests on a “groundbreaking” aerial adventure over iconic vacation destinations around the world.

If You Had Wings really was a true innovator in its era, and its popularity speaks for itself (it had over 40 million guests taking flight in just six years in the 1970s). It eventually transformed into If You Could Fly and then Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin.

Mission to Mars (1975-1993)

Believe it or not, Mission: SPACE wasn’t the first time Disney took guests on a trip to the red planet. Almost 30 years earlier, in 1975, a different Mission to Mars opened in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom.

This attraction offered a more “grounded” experience compared to its high-tech successor. Guests strapped in for an 18-minute simulated flight to Mars. It closed its doors in 1993, and the location itself even went on to house ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter, and then Stitch’s Great Escape.

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride (1971-1998)

This ride had you embark on a wild adventure through the English countryside. From dodging locomotives to escaping the clutches of the law, this classic dark ride was a “delightfully” chaotic experience from start to finish.

Despite its popularity, it closed permanently in 1998. It was a ride that captured the imagination of generations, and we still miss its quirky charm. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh replaced Mr. Toad in Fantasyland.

EPCOT

Maelstrom (1988-2014)

This ride was quirky, but beloved by many. We still feel wistful nostalgia from remembering its trolls, Vikings, and near-backward drop. It was closed to make way for Frozen Ever After in 2014.

Universe of Energy (1982-2017)

The Universe of Energy, both in its original and Ellen-infused 1990s retheme was a controversial attraction amongst EPCOT fans. Many loved it, especially thanks to its animatronic dinosaur segment, while others found it overly long and tedious.

Either way, the attraction closed in 2017 to make way for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

Body Wars (1989-2007)

Body Wars used to be in the Wonders of Life pavilion at EPCOT and had similar technology to Star Tours. But, instead of going into space, you were shrunk down and went inside a person’s bloodstream. This was supposed to help educate people on the human body (and definitely gave us Magic School Bus vibes).

This was one of the first thrill rides in EPCOT, so it was pretty popular for a while! However, when Star Tours made its way on over to Hollywood Studios, Body Wars didn’t stand a chance. They had very similar ride mechanisms, but Star Tours had a WAY better story, so the hype for Body Wars died down and it officially closed in 2007.

Sum of All Thrills (2009 to 2016)

The Sum of All Thrills was a roller coaster simulator attraction and the first ride at Innoventions. It ran from 2009 to 2016. Guests could use a computer program to make the drops, loops, curves, and turns of a coaster track. Once you completed building your roller coaster, you could choose to make it a bobsled, jet aircraft, or coaster experience for “riders.”

After you named your creation (please share what you named your coasters in the comments!) and were given the green light from “coaster safety professionals,” you were able to climb into a robotic arm that simulated your roller coaster! That means you were able to feel all the twists and turns that you built into your track.

Magic Journeys (1982-1993)

For those who remember EPCOT’s Imagination Pavilion in its early days, Magic Journeys holds a special place in their hearts. This 3D film, which premiered in 1982, took guests on a magical carpet ride through the eyes of a child. Imagine fluffy dandelion seeds transforming into twinkling stars and then morphing into the bright sun, and that was just the beginning!

Magic Journeys wasn’t about a complex plot. It was about the power of imagination. Also, the film boasted a catchy theme song by the legendary Sherman Brothers. The attraction eventually moved from EPCOT to Fantasyland, and then it closed its doors in 1993, but for those who experienced it, the memories live on. The Magic Eye Theater that housed Magic Journeys is now the home of the Mickey and Minnie meet and greet in EPCOT.

Horizons (1983-1999)

Horizons allowed you to step into the future and explore the possibilities of tomorrow. From undersea colonies to desert farms, this ride offered a glimpse into a world of endless possibilities.

It had such an optimistic vision of the future and groundbreaking technology (for its time). Though it closed its doors in 1999, its legacy still lives on. Mission: Space now occupies that space.

Hollywood Studios

The Great Movie Ride (1989-2017)

The former centerpiece of Hollywood Studios, this massive attraction used screens, scale sets, live performers, and hundreds of animatronics to take riders into their favorite films.

It was closed in 2017 to make way for Mickey and Minnie’s Runway Railway.

We’ll be sure to let you know if we hear that any other attractions will be closing, so make sure to follow along so that you don’t miss anything!

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Which of these closures are you still salty about? Let us know in the comments!