Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Dixie Stampede sits shuttered Nov. 11, 2008. A deal for Orlando Premium Outlets to buy the property fell through.
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Back to the Future… The Ride at Universal Studios – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Guests at Universal Studios Florida enjoy ‘Back To The Future… The Ride.’ The ride has since been closed to make way for a new ‘Simpsons’-themed attraction.
Body Wars at Epcot – Orlando – DEFUNCT
The Wonders of Life pavilion at Epcot was closed in a cost-cutting move. Guests ride the popular ‘Body Wars’ ride in the pavilion Wednesday, December 10, 2003. The ride closed in 2007.
Earthquake at Universal Studios – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Earthquake at Universal Studios was closed in 2007 to make way for Disaster! A Major Motion Picture Ride…Starring You!
Skull Kingdom – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Tourists still stop by to inquire but Skull Kingdom is closed. Horror house Skull Kingdom on International Drive is closing after many years. Skull Kingdom scared tourists of International Drive for about 10 years before it closed in 2006.
Water Mania – Kissimmee – DEFUNCT
People enjoy the thrills of a twisting water slide on the last day of Water Mania’s operation September 5, 2005. Robert Keane, the Senior Vice President and General Manager of the park said that although tourist attendance was lower than usual for Labor Day, many locals turned up for the last day. He said the park is maintaining a festive atmosphere. After 20 seasons open he said, “We want to leave on a high note.” Read More...
Nickelodeon Studios at Universal Studios – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Nickelodeon Studios was a television taping studio as well as an original family attraction at Universal Studios Florida, which opened on June 7, 1990. The studio closed permanently on April 30, 2005. History In November 1988, Nickelodeon joined the Universal Studios Florida team to make its first production studio. In spring 1989, they filmed its first show there, Super Sloppy Double Dare. On June 7, 1990, the studio (along with the park) officially opened. There Read More...
The Living Seas at Epcot – Orlando – DEFUNCT
The Living Seas was replaced by The Seas with Nemo & Friends at Epcot in 2005.
Splendid China – Kissimmee – DEFUNCT
A scale replica of the Great Wall of China lies crumbling at the former theme park Splendid China in Kissimmee in November 2007. The park opened in 1993 and closed in 2003.
Church Street Station – Orlando – DEFUNCT
During Church Street Station’s heyday, the street was closed to motor vehicles each evening and the complex of bars and restaurants became one large street party. But Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando eventually built their own nighttime-entertainment venues, and Church Street Station fell into decline through a series of different owners.
Kongfrontation at Universal Studios – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Kongfrontation, based on “King Kong,” was a ride at Universal Studios from 1990 – 2002.
Jungleland Zoo – Kissimmee – DEFUNCT
With more years in along the tourist corridor of US 192 in Kissimmee than anyone seems to remember JungleLand Zoo is closing under a bit of a dark cloud. A local tv station is suggesting that the animals are in poor conditions and health but park owners and emplyees dispute those accusations.
The Mystery Fun House – Orlando – DEFUNCT
The Mystery Fun House was located on International Drive from 1976 to 2001.
River Country at Walt Disney World – Orlando – DEFUNCT
River Country, the first water park at Walt Disney World was closed in 2001.
The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera at Universal Studios – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Universal Studios closed this simulator ride in 2002 to transform it into Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast.
Terror on Church Street – Orlando – DEFUNCT
David Clevinger, artistic director of Terror on Church Street, arranges a tribute in May 1999 as rising rent and falling attendance scared the ghouls from the attraction at Orange Avenue and Church Street.
Skyway at Magic Kingdom – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Skyway carried guests through the air and across Magic Kingdom until 1999.
Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride at Magic Kigdom – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Fans of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride came out in force with signs and T-shirts to protest the closing of 1 of the Magic Kingdom’s original rides on Sept. 8, 1998.
Journey into Imagination at Epcot – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Journey into Imagination was a dark ride at Epcot from 1983 to 1998.
The Xanadu House – Kissimmee – DEFUNCT
The Xanadu House in Kissimmee was built in the 1980s to showcase modern technology in the U.S. It closed in 1996.
World of Motion at Epcot – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Epcot closed World of Motion in 1996 to make way for Test Track.
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea at Magic Kingdom – Orlando – DEFUNCT
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Submarine Voyage was a ride at Magic Kingdom from 1971 to 1994.
Arabian Nights – Orlando – DEFUNCT
On November 29, 2013, it was announced that longtime dinner show Arabian Nights will close.
Cranium Command at Epcot – Orlando – DEFUNCT
Cranium Command was a show about the importance of the human brain that was located in the Wonders of Life pavilion at Epcot. The attraction closed on Jan. 1, 2007.