Autopia at Disneyland Park is one of those classic rides that is more about the experience than the thrill. It is definitely geared toward kids, but there is still something fun about getting behind the wheel and cruising around the track. Fast Pass is a must. Once you are in the car, it is simple just steer and hit the gas. The track keeps you on course, so it is stress free even if you are not the best driver. That said, the ride itself is pretty basic and has not changed much over the years. It is nostalgic, but compared to newer attractions, it can feel a little outdated. Still, if you are looking for a chill ride or visiting with kids, it is a solid choice. Overall, not a must do thrill ride, but a fun classic that is worth experiencing at least once. read more

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Autopia opened on July 23, 1955 and is one of Disneyland's longest-running attractions. It used to be sponsored by Ford but is now sponsored by Honda. The ride is a guided car ride where you can steer but can only go along the center rail so you stay on course. It doesn't go fast (max ~6-7 mph) so it's a good ride for kids; shorter guests can also ride with an adult. Even though it's one of the oldest rides, it's one of the less fun rides at the park. It can be bumpy and slow, and it's not fun if the car in front of you is slow. read more

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Located in the back corner area of Dinseyland and still a great Honda inspired driving vehicle ride for kids. While you have a track, you still need to drive in order to move, so if you have a teenager, this ride is perfect way to teach them to drive and stay in the lane without bumping. I let my husband drive and he had a great time. As it was his first time. At the end you can pay $10 ea h to get custom Autopia drivers license! A great inexpensive souvenir.tjry have 3 booths and we were having some issues with one booth, the card machine was.not working, but the app allowed us to take pictures. One of the booths was out of order and lines form quickly!!! The booths takes e pictures, and allows you to pick one! So amazing- why hasn't the DMV caught on and do this!!!! I know many who absolutely hate their DMV pic!! A ybiw, they upgraded the card system and i love the new look and thicker material! It is definitely different than the last time we got license! Love it, much better! read more

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Always a fun interactive ride that you get to drive yourself! They are all gas powered vehicles, but they'll soon be changed to electric. It'll be shut down for a while for that transition. I haven't heard when that'll happen, but I'm sure it will be soon. read more

Vrooom vroooom! It's Autopia, where nostalgia runs on tiny gas engines and the scent of childhood is unleaded and unmistakable. Yeah, yeah, it's "just" miniature cars on a track, but don't knock it till you've rumbled (okay, bounced mercilessly and uncomfortably) through those scenic winding roads under that cute little bridge, surrounded by waving robots in scenes of the future and classic Disneyland charm. I rode this as a kid and now, even as a full-grown adult (who probably should've stretched before getting in and out of this lowrider), I still love it. Bottom line: it's worth the inevitable back pain, LOL. The cars are adorable. All brightly painted (unless you don't luck out and get the plain black one) with a retro-futuristic vibe that just screams Disney circa 1950s. Plus, there's a surprising amount to see along the track, especially compared to its Florida cousin. Disney World features a "race" theme while Disneyland has a futuristic "country" drive vibe. Sorry, Florida, but California wins this one. Is it a smooth ride? Absolutely not. Is it cramped? Oh yes. Tall people, you've been warned, this ride wasn't built with your knees in mind. Getting in and out feels like a flexibility test no one signed up for. I get all sorts of aches and pains when I ride this attraction but I still think it's worth it. One of my fave things about this ride is the gas smell. I know I'm a weirdo, but it's so strong but weirdly great. It brings me right back to my childhood. My least fave thing about the ride is the queue area. It's in full sun with zero shade, so you will bake on sunny, hot days. Make sure you wear sunscreen, or wait to ride it in the evenings (or when the line is shorter). The ride is silly, outdated, a little uncomfortable, yet I'll gladly ride it every time I'm here. Autopia forever!!!!!!!! read more

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We walked over to Autopia while waiting for our booked time for FastPass ride to pass some time! It was a cute little ride! You get to drive these mini Honda cars on a track but it was a bit lackluster. Cannot accelerate and they basically set the speed for all the cars, no matter how hard you step on the pedal lol. I get it though since it is meant for all ages. I remember this kind of ride was one that I always needed to hit up, as a kid! read more

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This ride is solid. I think I liked this ride more when I was a kid and went on it with my dad. Probably because I thought it was cool to drive. I'm not going to hate on the ride, because I can see why other people might love it and maybe I'm just not the target audience, but I think they probably need a refresh since it is in Tomorrowland. Maybe electric or any non-gas type of vehicle? You can definitely smell the gas/petrol in the air the entire time. On my last visit, I was behind two very young kids...my gut had a bad feeling, haha. I think usually any kid at that age (let alone two) is accompanied by an adult but they just went on anyway...sure enough, they were stopping a bunch of times while on the ride where I had to brake pretty hard not to hit them. I honestly didn't think it was a big deal but was worried the person behind me was going to slam into me sooner or later and jar my neck. read more

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Knowing this is more of a kiddie ride, you can curb your expectations this is a F1 go kart racing track haha. Simple safe slow speed to leisurely cruise mini go karts over a set track to avoid potential disasters. Also spring loaded bumpers to minimize injury when some patrons decide to play bumper cars. Weird the pedal is in the middle at first but makes sense so parents can help kids drive it around the track! They have photobooth on the exit side for memories! read more

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Worth going on if the wait is anywhere lower than 15-20 minutes. Also driving it at night definitely gives a different experience than during the day. Doesn't go super fast, about the same speed as a lawn mower, but it's fun nonetheless, especially if you want to play passenger princess and meme on your driver. Also the enjoyment of the ride also goes with the other drivers as well, if someone is lagging behind in front of you or, god forbid, someone doesn't keep ramming you from behind. There's some funny scenes with the Honda robot and the the robot bird (what was going on with that? Looks like lil bro was getting sacrificed at some points), lots of vegetation, and we even saw a cast member jump scare at night when he was picking something up with the snake handling tongs. Probably something a guest dropped, hopefully. Overall, a classic, low stakes ride! read more

A vintage ride that still has that appeal. Line moves quickly the course is same as always. Cast members are super friendly. Super clean and fun. read more

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This ride is a classic and will always have a place in my heart. Usually the line is not to bad for this one and if you purchased the lighting lane for the day this one is included so makes it even faster. Honestly though the line never seems long maybe 30 minutes if that for stand by. Not sure if kids just don't like coming on this one anymore or if the hype just isn't there anymore but for me I still try to ride every visit. Its pretty basic ride where you drive a go cart type Honda throughout different areas. You just push the gas and are on your way. Just be sure to keep it in line because it is rough if you hit the side. Also be sure not to hit the car in front of you. One thing I will say is it does smell like fumes or gasoline. I guess its not so bad during this short ride but I wonder if its bad for the workers. Overall its a classic and I'm sure not very long from now this will be gone and replaced with something newer and better but while its still here I will still be riding it. read more

Autopia - Don't bump the car in front of you - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

This classic ride always warms my heart every time I'm on it. I loved it as a kid, and now my own children enjoy it just as much. It's more of a gentle cruise than a thrill ride, slow paced, relaxing, and full of charm. I had never experienced it at night before, and I have to say, I think I actually prefer it that way. The scenery feels even more magical after dark, and the whole experience is just more peaceful. It's one of those timeless rides I'll always love. read more

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So much improvement needed!! With all the expensive up charges for admission tickets, parking, Fast Passes/Lightning Lane, you think they would upgrade the cars themselves. The gas pedal and the motors they use (so they're less smelly) need to be replaced. I know it's a kid-friendly ride, but the car speed range should be increased lol. Only 2 stars for the nostalgia factor. read more

Autopia race cars sponsored by Honda. How do I know you can see the Honda emblem on the hood. Letting my nephew take the wheel and I'm just a passenger. read more

Autopia - Lining up the cars for a ride - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

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A must! When you go to Disneyland. The lines can get very long, prepare yourselves lol. It's a very fun ride. Few years back, the fake license was free but now they cost $8. Booooo... but they have to make their money somehow. read more

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The fastest drive in Tomorrowland! Drive your own car in Tomorrowland and get your own drivers license as you exit the ride! Fun fun fun! read more

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Whiplash As an adult if want to prepare yourself on how your child will drive the first time, practice here. It's a decent time consuming two person ride. Here you can experience driving with one pedal, no alignment whatsoever, and you can stall on the side of the track. Yes attendants are around the track to give you a little nudge if you need. It's a popular ride so take advantage of lighting pass. Overall three stars. Kids will love it and adults will enjoy the ride. M read more

OK so I've gotta be honest - Autopia is SERIOUSLY showing its age! Those tiny cars feel like they're straight outta 1955, the exhaust fumes give me a headache by the end, and that track hasn't changed since I was a kid myself. BUT... my 5yo son goes absolutely BANANAS for this ride every. single. time. The look on his little face when he gets to "drive" by himself (even with me working the pedal lol) is honestly priceless. He thinks he's such a big boy! We usually hit this up mid-afternoon when the lines aren't terrible. No way am I waiting more than 30 mins though - it's just not worth it for what you get. And using a Lightning Lane on Autopia?? Hard pass. Will I keep riding it? Yup, as long as my kid keeps begging for it. But am I secretly counting down until he's tall enough for the REAL thrill rides? You bet I am! read more

Fun ride to gage what type of driver that your kids will be someday. This is one of those rides at Disneyland that I will jump on occasionally if the lines aren't too long. Autopia is located in Tomorrowland and is one of the original attractions that opened with Disneyland in 1955. It has gone through many changes over the years. Even though you can use the steering wheel to move the car a little bit, a center rail that guides the car along the track does all the work for you. In my teenage years, I used to get in trouble a lot for bumping into the car in front of me. Younger kids need to have an adult with them because they cannot reach the gas pedal. As you approach Autopia, you can smell the gas fumes from the cars. It can be a bit nauseating, but not so bad once you start moving in your car. You get to drive under the Disneyland Monorail track as you ride around in your car. Autopia has been sponsored by companies like Chevron and Honda over the years. There is a 1967-era Corvette Stingray-style Autopia car on display at the Disneyland Hotel if you want to see one of the original cars from the early days. read more

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Fun ride where you simulate driving along a race track. Lots of cars so the line moves decently. The track is a good length for the wait as well. There's some variety to the car styles. Anyone can drive as the car follows a track loosely. The kids get to mess around and you can sit back and just ride along if you have a younger one. read more

Autopia - Autopia Cars - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

It's a funny classic ride in Tomorrowland. I remember riding this as a child and I rode it again at 26 and it was still fun and funny to watch kids bumping into others as they drive the little cars. They have a feature at the end to get your "license" for $10 in a Photo Booth they show the price til you sit down inside it so beware. I got it because I stood in line for so long lol but this ride isn't a must do to me but it is fun. read more

My kids absolutely love this ride and I have a great time on it with them. If you can't drive yet, it's so exciting! The cars are rough but I heard this is apart of original Disney. We will always visit for a ride. We never waited more than 10 minutes! read more

Ahhhh Autopia.... Just be aware of the gasoline motor smell.....unfortunately it super slow... and be careful and try not to bump the person I front of you. For me is a no... it's sort of boring. But it's super fun for the kiddos. My son his 15 and he liked it. Autopia is the only existing Tomorrowland attraction dating back to Disneyland Park's opening day in 1955. read more

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Meh. The cars are slow and old. It's difficult to push on the gas... I had to push hard. My kid tried and couldn't do it. Could improve if they updated the cars, as well as the scenery. read more

My husband and I did not particularly enjoy Autopia, but our three-year-old Leo B. vroom-vroom loved it. He got to ride twice, once with each of us, thanks to Disneyland's rider switch service. I believe rider switch was for our benefit, so that we could both watch our younger kid and ride without having to wait in line twice, but Leo was definitely the primary beneficiary. Autopia is one of the older rides in the park (Yelper Sara B. called it, quite accurately, "the Discman of Disneyland"). I have a feeling it's also one of the less popular rides, but it has a slow turnover rate, so the line moves at a crawl. We had to wait like 10 to 15 minutes even doing rider switch and bypassing most of the line. The ride is pretty much just a herky jerky loop around a track. You sit in one of the various old cars that have inexplicably rebranded as Hondas and push a pedal and turn a steering wheel, neither of which is satisfyingly responsive. The car lurches around until you're out of track, and then, goodbye. I guess if you're three and like being in a moving vehicle without a car seat, Autopia is the shit. For adults who drive actual cars, though, there isn't that much appeal. I imagine we'll go back whenever we're at Disneyland, but it will never be my favorite part of the day. read more

Autopia is one of Disneyland's original rides and it offers a scenic views with billboards of the various locations. The cars are primarily designed for an adult passenger and child driver, two adults may get uncomfortable on this ride. It is available for lightning lane since it does get crowded fairly quickly. You can hear the engine sound as you drive off and really the car is controlled by the center rail you are following. You can control the gas petal and steer and when you let up on the gas the car slows down. You may have seen this type of ride in other amusement parks. They all work the same way. When you get on early when park opens, then you really don't have to worry about bumping other cars since you have no one in front of you. It's a fun and challenging journey. The ride lasts about 5 minutes. The autopia driver's license has been restored and you can get one for $8.00 which is good for at least 1000 years! The Magic Kingdom counterpart: Disneyland clearly wins out with this one. The Tomorrowland speedway appears to be shrinking again. Normally this ride was a decent length but with the addition of Space Mountain, a 2nd Dumbo ride, and more recently Tron, it is nowhere near the size as the original. It is recommended for anyone over 54 inches in height. Autopia may be dated but it is an opportunity to ride something that was around when this park opened in 1955. Another classic Disney experience located in Tomorrowland. read more

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Why does Autopia still use gas go carts? They're slow, loud and the WHOLE place smells like a motor speedway. The cars run on a guide rail and clangs back and forth for a herky, jerky ride, yecck! Come on Disneyland, it's 2023! Please update this ride!! Electric cars would probably run too fast for kids but whole area STINKS! read more

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The amount of joy you have on this ride is determined solely by the person in front of you - If they're slow, you'll spend the whole agonizingly long ride trying not to bump them. That being said, the gasoline smell is a lot. Although I haven't ridden Autopia since 2007-2008 (back when they gave out physical driver's license cards when you rode it), I do not remember the extremely heavy gasoline smell that now permeates it. The fact that the honey looked at me and was like, "I'm not going to ride this again until they make the cars electric, that gas smell..." And I agree. As nostalgic as the ride may be, it doesn't seem that safe for the Cast Members to be breathing in those fumes for a solid several hours a day. All in all, it's a nice space that could be re-used for something different, or the cars and ride could be upgraded to make the ride safer and more enjoyable. Currently, as it stands - it's a bit of an environmental dud. read more

This ride is in Tomorrowland. I never get too old to ride this. Its been around since 1955. Just one year before the signing of the federal Highway act that started the building of 41,000 miles of highways. Even back then, Americans were obsessed with cars and driving the open road. Fast forward. The ride moves along tracks that mimic a scenic freeway with billboards and scenery. In the past, some cars were vintage 1920s through modern time. Now, the cars are all modern sporty looking. Honda became the sponsor in2016, so all the cars are painted in Honda car colors. They are somewhat controlled by you with an accelerator, no brakes. You stop by releasing the accelerator. The steering wheel turns but doesn't control the steering. The staff does warn repeatedly not to bump the car in front of you, stop instead. Oops... as a wee lass, I use to deliberately stall to be bumped and bump other cars. So some folks debate if this ride is a thing of the past. The big smelly elephant in the room is that these little suckers run on petrol. Gas guzzling. Honda 270 cc engines. So not quite a contemporary Tomorrowland feature. Electric conversion would be ideal. I suppose that would be pricey. But hey it's Walt Disney Company, not like they are hurting for money. This is a ride that kiddos can feel like a rock star driving around especially if they can operate that accelerator. Vroom!! Maximum 6.5 mph worth. If the kiddo can't reach the pedal, no worries. There is enough room for another person to ride in the cab with them. Before the pandemic, they had photo booths you can take a photo and create a drivers license. The kiddos love that! Very cute memento. I hope they eventually bring that back to add to the live experience. read more

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**** A ride full of nostalgia**** Overall 5 Stars**** # 32 review for 2024 # 453 All-time Review Bob Gurr Design is truly timeless. And a good friend of mine. Autopia at Disneyland is a timeless classic for anyone seeking an adventurous ride through whimsical landscapes. The thrill of steering your own car is unbeatable, especially for kids. The picturesque scenery and engaging experience make it a must-visit attraction. However, during peak times, the lines can get long, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. Overall, a fantastic family-friendly attraction that captures the essence of Disney magic! read more

This has been a staple of Tomorrowland for ages, but the gas-powered vehicles can be overpowering for sure! For this reason, not only do I avoid going on the attraction, but I avoid the general area as well. The smell can cause headaches for me personally, so I always forewarn anyone I know who plans to visit. I really feel this attraction is outdated, and hope it changes one day. Heck, make it Avatar-themed! read more

I've been riding Autopia since the 90s, and as I kid, I did enjoy this ride. I remember when the queue used to have animations of the Chevron car characters in its window displays before Honda became the new sponsor. It boggles my mind to see that Autopia is the only existing Tomorrowland attraction dating back to Disneyland Park's opening day in 1955. Unfortunately, unlike other nostalgic Disneyland rides, this one has lost its charm on me. As a kid, driving a car seemed cool, and this ride provides a kiddie though very jerky simulation of driving through "highways" along a track. As an adult with a driver's license, now I'm like, "Why should I ride Autopia when I can just drive anytime when I want to?" I certainly outgrew this ride, which is very reflective of the era it was built in. read more

Autopia makes driving so fun! I love that you also get a Disneyland drivers liscence after completing the ride.

Would not recommended. Slow, gas cars that are smelly, and hard to control. The gas pedal barely even works, and the steering wheel can break your wrist. Do not ride. read more

Bottom line: this was a legit ride. I think, in my humble opinion, is a much better attraction then Mickey's Speedway in Florida. The drive seems to be longer and while the course may vary depending on which side you get, is a bit more interesting. It's about 2-4 minute drive on the course and the pedal is in the center... should you want to press it for those younger children who can't reach it. The line varies from 10-minutes to 60. It's obviously not as "modern" as other rides but there's something to be said about operating a combustible automobile and the smell of an engine in the air brings on some familiar joy. Well worth the wait! read more

Autopia - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

Autopia is the only existing Tomorrowland attraction dating back to Disneyland Park's opening day in 1955. They are featuring a working gas pedal and steering wheel navigates curves and inclines like a real car. Each car can fit 2 adults or 3 kids. You must be at least 54 inches tall to drive the car y your own. If you are 32 inches tall, you can drive alongside someone who is at least 54 inches tall. Having an opportunity to ride a car, exciting for a kid for sure. My son loved it when we were there last time. This time he wanted to ride alone. Surely fun for him. But the wait was too much - close to 75 mins. And it's a 2-3 mins drive at the max! Slow cars, very loud and the smells gas everywhere. They pulled out at least 3 cars due to technical issues while we were waiting for our turn. The car I drove was a faulty one too. The pedal response was incredibly bad. Literally struggled to navigate it through the track and reach to the finishing point. This one doesn't excite me anymore. Idea is good. May be it's time for an upgrade. read more

Autopia - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

Autopia is an attraction at Tomorrowland within Disneyland Park. It's a motorized car that takes you on a road trip throughout Tomorrowland. This ride does have a height restriction, requiring everyone in the party to be 32'' or taller. It's considered a slow, loud ride. Guests who are at least 54'' can drive their own gas-powered car, however, any guest whom is between 32'' and 54'' can drive as long as they're accompanied by someone at least 54''. Throughout your journey, you'll be winding through roads. You'll notice iconic locations such as the Matterhorn in the distance. You'll also see Honda themed robot and bird along the journey. Autopia is a relatively older ride, dating back to Disneyland's opening park day in 1955. Over the years, however, there has been refurbishments to the ride such as updating the car styles and roadways. It's a fun ride. My daughter enjoys it and we usually try to ride Autopia at least one time during our Disneyland visit. There is no Fastpass (or soon to be Disney Genie+) for this ride. read more

There's nothing worse than thinking you'll be waiting 5 minutes for this ride, only to find out it's actually closer to 45. This ride is not worth the wait. It's cute for kids to steer while adults control the pedal, but the fumes are brutal. read more

This ride is great for all ages, but I think so more so kids or people who don't actually drive cars. The older we get it goes from fighting to take turns driving to fight to be the passenger enjoy the view and relaxing your feet. Lightening Lane Perks are in full effect with this ride. You check in at the blue umbrella and go straight down to make line. The lane to the left looks longer , but goes faster because it's two lanes of cars compared to the right side lane. read more

RAIN review... It's extremely rare to be able to walk on Autopia and ride it over and over again on a normal day at Disneyland. In the rain? Yeah you can do that. I was surprised they kept the ride open while it was raining but I'm glad they did. It was fun driving through puddles of water. Autopia is a fun center track controlled ride that has enough jolting bumps to make it interesting. Gotta admit when the Honda gas engines occasionally backfire it's way cool. This ride is a much bigger hit with kids and teens. Tip - It's tough taking pictures on this attraction, especially of the cars behind you. So just don't do it. - For the love of God, if you're small child is steering, please be the one controlling the gas pedal... Nothing is more frustrating than being slowed down by a car in front of you that doesn't move on the track. read more

Autopia - Driving in the rain - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California