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12 Virtual Disney Rides That Will Turn Your Home Into the Most Magical Place on Earth

Disney World and Disneyland may be closed, but you can still experience their top attractions on YouTube.

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Even if your family can't visit Disney World or Disneyland because of the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy the park's magic from the comfort of your home. Head to YouTube and create a fun-filled day at home by enjoying one virtual Disney ride after the next. While the magic at the parks can't be beat, this at-home experience comes without sweaty crowds, long wait times, and weather delays. No matter if you're looking for an easy way to keep your kids occupied or simply want to take a trip down memory lane, these videos cover all of Disney's best rollercoasters, family-friendly attractions, parades, and firework displays. It's your call: Take things one ride at a time, or create a park-hopping marathon where you travel through Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios in one day.

Of course, you can't spend a day at Disney without indulging in an array of snacks, so pop some popcorn and bust out your Mickey-shaped waffle maker before you watch. Now, it's time to bring on the magic (and pixie dust)!

Frozen Ever After

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You've already watched Frozen 2 on Disney+ more times than you can count, so take things up a notch by reliving the magic of Arendelle in this virtual boat-ride attraction.

Expedition Everest

If you're a thrill seeker in need of some (virtual) excitement, hop on a train and ride through Mount Everest's winding trail. Bonus points if you successfully escape the Yeti's wrath.

Avatar Flight of Passage

On an average day, you'll have to wait hours to score a seat on this popular Animal Kingdom ride. Now, you can climb atop a banshee to get a clear view of Pandora’s incredible landscape — without even leaving your couch.

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Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

Happy? Sleepy? Grumpy? No matter which dwarf you resonate with most, grab a seat on the rustic mine train to get an inside look at the diamond mine from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Even if you haven't had a chance to make it to the parks to see Star Wars Galaxy Edge IRL, you can experience its super-galactic thrill minus the crowds and long wait times.

It's a Small World

There's just something about humming along to "it's a small world" that takes you back to your childhood. And now you can share the experience with your children, and use it as an opportunity to teach them about the seven continents.

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Soarin' Around the World

Sit back, relax, and take in the sights and sounds of all that the world has to offer, ranging from the Taj Mahal to the rushing waters of Niagara Falls, in this family-friendly favorite.

Ariel's Undersea Adventure

Go under the sea with Ariel and friends in this sing-a-long ride, featuring The Little Mermaid's biggest hits like "Part of Your World," "Under the Sea," and "Kiss the Girl."

Splash Mountain

Or if you're dreaming of sunnier days, then take a splash through Briar Patch with Br’er Rabbit and his furry pals.

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Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress

Put this video on the big screen and travel through four generations of change — er, progress — with Walt Disney as your guide. Bonus: It serves as a friendly reminder that "there's a great big beautiful tomorrow, shining at the end of every day."

Magic Happens Parade

Since it'll be some time until you can walk down Main Street U.S.A. or see Sleeping Beauty's Castle in all its glory, get a glimpse of brighter days when Disneyland was bustling with guests, performers, and characters.

Happily Ever After Fireworks Show

Because no trip to Disney is complete without a larger-than-life fireworks display. In this 20-minute presentation, take a trip through Disney's movie past with musical performances from Moana, Frozen, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, The Jungle Book, and more.

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