A Kid’s Review of Galacticoaster at LEGOLAND® Florida

Now that Galacticoaster is officially open at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, you may be wondering just how kid-friendly it really is. Well, my eight-year-old had equal parts excitement and nerves. It’s LEGOLAND Florida’s most ambitious attraction yet. And with that comes just enough thrill to challenge space explorers to level up their cosmic courage.

So what do kids actually think about this new indoor roller coaster? We’re sharing a review straight from the words of my son, and other kids we met during a special media preview.

What Can Kids Expect at Galacticoaster

Like many kids, especially those who appreciate predictability, he wanted to know exactly what he was walking into. I showed him photos and short videos ahead of time to help him prepare. It helped him feel more comfortable, taking the unknown and shedding some light on the experience.

We’ve spent much of my son’s childhood visiting LEGOLAND Florida, watching him grow. And this new attraction arrives at the perfect time for school-age kids ready to take the next leap.

Once aboard, riders:

• Blast off at speeds up to 40 mph
• Travel through an intergalactic LEGO solar system
• Experience synchronized lighting, LED screen effects, and immersive storytelling
• Encounter surprise LEGO Space icons
• There are no sudden effects
• Swooping and soaring motions, launches, and some turns, but nothing dramatic or overly intense

The ride car rotates a few times, positioning you close to the action on the surrounding LED screens. It’s a smooth coaster with some dips and turns, but not overly jerky, and no continuous spinning.

Height Requirements & Who Can Ride

Before you go, here’s what to know:

• Kids must be 36 inches tall to ride with an adult.
• Kids must be 48 inches tall to ride unaccompanied.
• No loose articles or bags.
• Lockers are available for two hours free.

If your child doesn’t meet the height requirement or simply decides the coaster isn’t for them, there’s still fun nearby. A small space-themed play area includes a slide and a shuttle climbing structure. There’s also a DUPLO® brick station where younger guests can build at their own pace, which is especially helpful for families with mixed thrill levels.

The Storyline: LEGO-Style

Rookie cadets begin in the Briefing Room, where Chief Engineer Biff Dipper introduces the mission. From there, you’ll pass through a short queue and eventually move to interactive touchscreens.

Here’s where it gets really fun:

• You receive your RFID wristband.
• You’re assigned a number that corresponds to a kiosk.
• You design your own space vehicle by choosing the wing, nose, tail, and color.
• There are 625 different possible combinations.

The goal? Build the coolest ship possible to attract the Brick Separators (yes — the iconic LEGO brick tool brought to life!) to help destroy the “Asteroid of Probable Destruction” heading toward the park.

My son absolutely loved this part. Designing his own spaceship was the highlight of the entire experience.

Parent tip: Take a photo of your child’s finished design on the kiosk screen before boarding. They will want to recreate it at home. We already plan to try.

The Ride Experience: A Kid’s Honest Take

My son’s review?

He loved:

• The meteor scene
• The bright colors and special effects
• Seeing his digital ship integrated into the story

He did feel it was a little fast for his liking and said he’d be hesitant to ride again immediately.

Other kids we spoke with at the media event said they couldn’t wait to ride again. As always, thrill tolerance varies by personality.

Of course, the new special edition snacks to celebrate Galacticoaster are the literal cherry on top of all the fun.

Final Thoughts from Our Family

Galacticoaster blends creativity with coaster thrills that only LEGO could build.

For our family, the biggest win wasn’t just the ride itself. It was the confidence boost of a nervous eight-year-old taking the leap.

And that felt like the biggest victory of all.