Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Rocket to the Moon attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Rocket to the Moon | Disneyland Description
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Rocket to the Moon was a classic Disneyland attraction that opened in 1955 and closed in 1966. The attraction was located in Tomorrowland and was designed to simulate a rocket trip to the moon.
Guests boarded a rocket-shaped vehicle and were taken through a simulated launch sequence, complete with smoke, sound effects, and flashing lights. Once “in space,” the rocket traveled past a series of animated scenes depicting life on the moon, as well as glimpses of the earth and other planets.
The attraction was updated in 1960 as “Flight to the Moon,” which depicted a more realistic trip to the moon and incorporated information about NASA’s space program. In 1967, the attraction was updated again to become “Mission to Mars,” which simulated a journey to Mars instead of the moon.
While the technology and special effects used in the attraction were relatively simple by modern standards, Rocket to the Moon was popular with Disneyland visitors during its run and helped to inspire the fascination with space travel and exploration that was prevalent during the mid-20th century.
Rocket to the Moon | Disneyland Details
- Disney Resort: Disneyland Resort
- Disney Park: Disneyland Park
- Park Area: Disneyland Tomorrowland
- Attraction Type: Extinct Attraction, Show
- Year Opened: 1955
- Year Opened: 1966
- Replaced: Original Attraction
- Replaced By: Flight to the Moon