Walt Disney World Speedway
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Who is Richard Petty? Well,
Richard Petty is pretty much to US racing enthusiasts what Mario
Andretti is to the International racing circuit. The grand daddy of
them all, and all built upon the solid foundation of this family of
racing fanatics, as well as the King himself - Richard Petty. With
over 25 Track Locations across the US, the Richard Petty Driving
Experience just seems to exude a sense of success on the grandest
of scales - This to include the track that they've added over the
years that's located just inside the entrance to the Magic Kingdom at
Walt Disney World. And it's this track we'll be focused on...
The Richard Petty Driving Experience leaves no doubt
that this 'thrill ride' is a heart pounding, white knuckling type of
driving experience as your blaze your own path at speeds in well of
excess of 100 MPH. The cars used here are actual NASCAR 'Winston Cup'
style stock cars with body styles such as the Dodge Intrepid, Chevy
Monte Carlo, Ford Taurus and Pontiac Grand Prix. But probably know one
can say it better than someone who's already experienced it. And this,
you'll be able to find here...
Hours & Schedules:
The Richard Petty Driving Experience is open 7 days a
week. Please Note: 'Driving Experiences' are not offered on Tuesdays
and Thursdays whereas 'Ride Alongs' are offered everday. Waiting Lists
may apply for the 'Driving Experiences.' Make your reservations as far
in advance as you can. The 'Driving Experience' is generally offered
between the hours of 8 AM - 1 PM. There are four 'Experiences' to
choose from here:
'Ride Along'
Ride Along with a qualified Racing Instructor. Cost $99.00
'Rookie Experience'
Includes 8 Laps around the track. 3 Hour program. $379.00 at time of publication
'King's Experience'
Includes 18 Laps around the track. 5 Hour program.
$749.00 at time of publication.
'Experience of a Lifetime'
Includes 30 Laps around the track. 5 Hour Program.
$1,249.00 at time of publication.
Special Notes: Each Lap equals 1-Mile. 6.5% Sales Tax Not Included.
Minimum Age Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid Drivers License
to drive and 16 years of age to do a 'Ride Along.'
How to Get There:
From any area, just follow World Drive into the Magic Kingdom, the
track will be immediately on your left when entering the Magic
Kingdom parking area...
Other links of Interest:
Orlando Street and Professional Drag Racing
Old Town Car Show
(Every Saturday Night in Kissimmee - 2 Miles East of I-4 on US
192 -
here...)
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