It's a Small World

Board a whimsical boat ride for a song-filled journey around the globe—this cherubic chorus is pure joy!

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Matt Ta-Min

Favourite ride of my 2 yr old child. This is one of the best for small kids they'll come out singing the song again and again! Going just before the fireworks will ensure the shortest queues.

Kaitlyn Matyuch

This ride is great for families. Somethings you should do at least once. The line moves fairly quickly too. Just be prepared to have it's a small world song stuck in your head all day.

Dave G

Not a fan of IASW at WDW but the original (from the World's Fair ) is really good! Perhaps it was due to the mix of Christmas jingles as well as the main song, to mix it up. BTW, thats real gold leaf!

Andre Moose Gonzalez

[BFGF] Pro tip: If you don't go on this ride, you didn't visit Disneyland... also, this song will be stuck in your head for the rest of your time here... and the week...

Jacque Perkins

Escape the heat! This ride has the coldest air conditioning in the park ! Plus a nice, long boat ride to enjoy it. Perfect for the summer months , assuming you can tolerate repetitive, joyous singing ;)

Chris Cookson

"It's a world of love and a world of fear" this ride was made as a response to feelings of nationalism during the Cold War. Think of this twee song juxtaposed against the fear of a nuclear bomb.

Jon Steinback

if you've been wandering around the park trying to find a corporate sponsored ride, you're in luck! this one is brought to you by sylvania light bulbs.

Nnenniqua

Nice to end your night here when you could really use time off your feet. I recommend using fast pass at end of day if you visit on the weekend ????????

Jonathan Wells

They ruined It's a Small World - too bright (you can see wires and imperfections that would be hidden by theatrical lighting) and Disney product placement (toy story??')

Explora BA

still the best ride at Disney. See how many cultures your kids recognize, spot Disney characters (Lilo & Stitch! Peter Pan!). Line on right is faster.

Shikamaru Nara

I hate this ride so much ahaha! I always get dragged on by my family. It's honestly a good way to cool down and rest up though

Nikki Cawley

I dare you to not have the song stuck in your head on your way out.

Nick Issa

It's a perfect ride for late afternoon when your kid and family are tired.. Do it twice in a row if you can.. Refreshing if you can lose the song later:)

Kerry P

Use the line on the right--it's shorter. And look for all the Disney characters in their home countries ! Look up for Aladdin and Jasmine.

Nathan Kam

Okay...$10 says once you go on this ride, you won't be able to get this infectious song out of your head for at least half the day. ;-) It's a small world after all, it's a small world afterall...

STEALS.com

If you are getting Photopass photos, get the CD! They put all of your pictures on one disk for one price ($59 at this time) The Photopass card is good for 30 days.

Chris Cegielski

Classic that can’t be missed especially at the holidays

David Nelms

So happy with the Christmas themed decor. Plus they don't just sing the small world song . They sing jingle bells too

Kevin Shin

Would take Story book boats instead if I had to pick between the two. It’s an elevated train ride for 8 and younger.

Jennifer Finn

Keep your head up for a glimpse of Peter Pan then Jasmin and Alladin. Mulan, Mushu, Simba, Timon, Pumba, Ariel, Flounder , Dori, Nemo, Lilo, Stitch, Woody, Jesse, and Bullseye, also make cameos.

Tim Deng

Classic. Even though I know it's just a boat ride , I go on it every time because it's cute .

Cody Shackelford

The new Magic, Memories, and You show is really good a must see event especially on week nights with there being no fireworks .

Kim Sanders-Whittle

My Mom's favorite ride . Needs some serious updating. Some animatronic dolls weren't working or partially working. Reminded me of Charlie & Chocolate Factory doll sequence

Kevin McCall

The original ride from the NY World's Fair in 1964. Added a U.S. section with cowboys and indians! lmao

Genevieve Chan

Such a nice boat ride . Great detail. A winner every time.

courtney schiela

Super cute during Christmas ! They change the whole inside to be holiday themed

GiGi

I do miss the old Small World but the new one is also fun in trying to find the characters. Can you find the hidden Mickey ?

Katie@Reference

Great place to watch the fireworks . Not crowded and images projected on the facade to accompany fireworks .

Cory Hughes

Keep close attention -- characters from at least a dozen Disney movies are interspersed throughout the ride

Christian Feng

Always a joy to ride for people of all ages

AudreyMay Nuñez

Sit in the front row, on the right side. You'll see it all even better! :0D

Amy Sullivan

The perfect remedy for getting the Yo Ho pirate song out of your head. Best ear worm ever.

Lee Simpson

Watch out for all the other Disney characters hidden in the sides lines .

Jenn M

If you have your honeymoon buttons on they'll give you your own boat for a honeymoon cruise around the world!!!! Very cool! :)

STEALS.com

Photopass tip: take a digital photo of your photopass #. Then if you lose your pass you won't lose your pics!

Shamika Mane

The holiday decorations on the ride are amazing, dont miss the chance to see them!

STEALS.com

Really piss off your Facebook friends by posting you're here. They'll have the song stuck in their head for days.

Jole P

It gets incredibly decked out for the holidays. Wildly impressive

Holly

Stand on one of the small bridges and pelt the people in boats passing underneath with pennies

Judson Moore

Central Asia is underrepresented.. In that it seems to not be represented at all! Come on Disney, get some yurts!

Pete Williams

When passing through the "Mexico" area, look for the red-headed boy choking his chicken . Literally.

Brandon K.

If you are a teen who finds this kind of thing boring like me, try to find as many Disney characters as you can for fun.

Thamir Alhammad

It is good for less than five years old

Jon Marshall

best during the Holidays - kicks off for 2011 on Nov 14.One of the longest duration rides (that's conditioned) for a short wait

DeeMagicGurl

Best time is at Christmas ! Left side is always quicker

Dan Valenzuela

It's okay to drink and splash around the water, Disney uses special vitamin-infused, non-toxic detergent in the water so ducks don't die.

Katie Price

If you can't transfer out of your wheelchair you can still go on. They have a boat that it should fit on.

SkipperLarry

Star of the new film coming soon Tomorrowland.

Ricardo Yeowart

Fun for kids

Christy Sells

A must see at night!!!

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