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Soarin' Over California reviews

Theme Park Insider readers offer their ratings and reviews for Soarin' Over California, a simulator ride in Golden State at Disney's California Adventure. (The minimum height to ride is 40 inches.)

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Posted: December 27, 2007

A travelog film where visitors sit in ski-lift-type benches underneath a giant wing, which rise into the air in front of a giant, IMAX-style screen. Your feet dangle as you "fly" over various sights around California, sniffing the oranges and sea air and feeling the breeze as you fly by.

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51 votes, so far

Very fun. its a great experience! highly recommend it! - N O

My favorite attraction in the entire park. The entire experience is breathtaking and sure to wow you. The view from the front row is beautiful. - Jeff Moon

Mix some stunning shots of California's most scenic places, with a lovely score by the late Jerry Goldsmith, and you have this moving, and classic attraction. Other simulators may be more technologically impressive, but this is the only one I've been on that is a genuinely moving experience. One of my favorites at the Disneyland resort! Easily a 10/10. - Tommy N

Do whatever you can to get in row 1! The ride is still great in rows 2 & 3, but you can always see people's feet dangling- so your mind never gets tricked into feeling like you're truly soaring. In row 1- it's easy to feel like you're really doing it :) - KJ Simpson

Incredible ride, not thrilling by any measure but so beautifully done and almost relaxing ... - Rachelle Beaney

I have to admit, I did not think this ride was going to be all that great at first. I had been on motion simulators and I have seen IMAX globe theaters, but I was blown away. The effect is fine tuned perfectly and it will make a believer out of anyone who thinks the ride may be less than exciting. Try to get the front row of seats for the best ride. - Andy B

Amazing ride, best of the original attractions in the park. A DCA classic! Must obtain a fasspast as soon as you enter the park, then go to Toy Story Mania and come back. - Erik Avila

Very awesome ride, really makes you feel like your flying.... Even though your not on a roller coaster or a thrill ride you might want to avoid or take Dramamine if you are prone to motion sickness! some people that were inline behind me didnt feel so well after.. - April staten

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