What is the best time to ride "it's a small world"?

At Magic Kingdom, "it's a small world" typically has its shortest waits around 10 PM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for "it's a small world"?

The standby wait for "it's a small world" runs about 10 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 30 minutes at its busiest.

Is there a height requirement for "it's a small world"?

No. "it's a small world" has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Does "it's a small world" have Lightning Lane?

Yes. "it's a small world" offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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Magic Kingdom · Fantasyland

"it's a small world" Wait Times & Best Time to Ride

The beloved boat cruise past hundreds of singing dolls from around the world. Air-conditioned, high capacity, and a perfect midday break from the heat.

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Typical wait 10 min

Peak seen 30 min

Quietest hour 10 PM

Quick facts

Land: Fantasyland
Height: Any height
Lightning Lane: Yes
Opened: 1971
Ride time: About 12 minutes
Thrill: Gentle

Best time to ride "it's a small world"

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (10 PM); the wait usually peaks around 2 PM.

7 9AM

10 10AM

14 11AM

16 12PM

12 1PM

17 2PM

13 3PM

10 4PM

6 5PM

10 6PM

8 7PM

6 8PM

7 9PM

5 10PM

Pro tip: ride "it's a small world" in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Magic Kingdom closes. If you would rather not wait at all, Lightning Lane lets you skip the standby line.

"it's a small world" FAQ

What is the best time to ride "it's a small world"?: At Magic Kingdom, "it's a small world" typically has its shortest waits around 10 PM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for "it's a small world"?: The standby wait for "it's a small world" runs about 10 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 30 minutes at its busiest.
Is there a height requirement for "it's a small world"?: No. "it's a small world" has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does "it's a small world" have Lightning Lane?: Yes. "it's a small world" offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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