Disney Parks Around the World
The Happiest Place on Earth is home to a vast array of parks that cater to different tastes and preferences. In this article, we’ll take you on a journey to explore the Disney parks, whether you’re a fan of classic attractions or cutting-edge technology.
Disney World Parks
Located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Disney World is the largest Disney theme park resort in the world. This sprawling park comprises four separate theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.
Magic Kingdom
- Opened on October 1, 1971
- Features six themed lands, including:
- Adventureland
- Fantasyland
- Frontierland
- Liberty Square
- Main Street USA
- Tomorrowland
- Must-see attractions:
- Cinderella Castle
- It’s a Small World
- Space Mountain
- Splash Mountain
- Must-visit experiences:
- Festival of Fantasy parade
- Happily Ever After fireworks display
- Meet Disney characters at Character Meet and Greet stations
Table: Disney World Park Map
| Land | Description | Attractions | Must-visit Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adventureland | Jungle Adventure | Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean | Expedition Everest, The Haunted Mansion |
| Fantasyland | Classic Land | Peter Pan’s Flight, It’s a Small World | Enchanted Tales with Belle, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel |
| Frontierland | Wild West Land | Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad | Splash Mountain, Tom Sawyer Island |
| Liberty Square | Historical Land | Liberty Square Riverboat, Haunted Mansion | Liberty Square Riverboat, The Haunted Mansion |
| Main Street USA | Classic Land | Main Street Cinema, Wishes | |
| Wishes, Main Street Cinema | |||
| Tomorrowland | Futuristic Land | Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters | Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Star Tours: The Adventures Continue |
| Table: Disney World Restaurant Hierarchy |
| Table 1: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Kingdom | Be Our Guest Restaurant, Pinocchio Village Haus | Cinderella’s Royal Table, Victoria & Albert’s | |
| Epcot | Sunshine Seasons Food Court, Le Cellier Steakhouse | Le Cellier Steakhouse, San Angel Inn Restaurante | |
| Hollywood Studios | Hollywood Brown Derby, 50’s Prime Time Café | Hollywood & Vine, Tony’s Town Square Restaurant | |
| Animal Kingdom | Pizzafari, Sanaa | Tiffins, Flame Tree Barbecue |
Epcot Parks
Located in Bay Lake, Florida, Epcot is a celebration of innovation, culture, and technological advancements from around the world. This park is divided into two main areas: Future World and World Showcase.
Future World
- Features six themed lands, including:
- Experimentation
- Future World
- World Celebration
- The Land
- The American Adventure
- The Seas with Nemo & Friends
- Must-see attractions:
- Soarin’
- Test Track
- Mission: Space
- Must-visit experiences:
- Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival (check dates)
- Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (check dates)
Table: Epcot Park Map
| Land | Description | Attractions | Must-visit Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Future World | Experimental Land | Soarin’, Test Track | Mission: Space, Mission: Space Docking |
| World Showcase | Traditional Land | Norway Pavilion, Japan Pavilion | Mexico Pavilion, Italy Pavilion |
| The Land | Original Land | The Seas with Nemo & Friends, The American Adventure | The American Adventure, Future World |
| The Seas with Nemo & Friends | Underwater Land | The Seas | The Seas |
| Table: Epcot Food Hierarchy |
| Table 2: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Future World | Sunshine Seasons Food Court, Le Cellier Steakhouse | Le Cellier Steakhouse, San Angel Inn Restaurante | |
| World Showcase | France Pavilion | Monsieur Paul, Spanish Pavilion | |
| The Land | Norway Pavilion | Le Grand Villein, Canada Pavilion | |
| The Seas with Nemo & Friends | World Showcase Land | Teppan Edo, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall | |
| Table: Epcot Restaurant Hierarchy |
| Table 3: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Future World | Tiffins, Flame Tree Barbecue | Tiffins, Le Cellier Steakhouse | |
| World Showcase | Mexico Pavilion | San Angel Inn Restaurante, Monsieur Paul | |
| The Land | Japan Pavilion | Teppan Edo, Le Grand Villein | |
| The Seas with Nemo & Friends | Norway Pavilion | Teppan Edo, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall |
Disneyland Parks
Located in Anaheim, California, Disneyland Park is the original Disney theme park, opened on July 17, 1955. This park is divided into three themed lands: Main Street USA, Adventureland, and Tomorrowland.
Main Street USA
- Opened on July 17, 1955
- Features shops, restaurants, and entertainment
- Must-see attractions:
- Sleeping Beauty Castle
- It’s a Small World
- Mad Tea Party
- Must-visit experiences:
- Disneyland Band
- Disneyland Orchestra
Adventureland
- Opened on May 30, 1955
- Features jungle-themed attractions and character meet-and-greets
- Must-see attractions:
- Jungle Cruise
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye
- Must-visit experiences:
- Disneyland Railroad
- Casey Jr. Circus Train
Tomorrowland
- Opened on May 30, 1955
- Features futuristic-themed attractions and character meet-and-greets
- Must-see attractions:
- Space Mountain
- Astro Orbiter
- Tomorrowland Speedway
- Must-visit experiences:
- Disneyland Railroad
- Autopia
Table: Disneyland Park Map
| Land | Description | Attractions | Must-visit Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street USA | Classic Land | Disneyland Railroad, Mad Tea Party | Disneyland Band |
| Adventureland | Jungle Adventure | Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean | Disneyland Railroad |
| Tomorrowland | Futuristic Land | Space Mountain, Astro Orbiter | Disneyland Railroad |
| Table: Disneyland Dining Hierarchy |
| Table 4: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street USA | Blue Bayou Restaurant, Columbia Harbor House | Café Orleans, Carthay Circle Restaurant | |
| Adventureland | The Cozy Cone Motel, The Pinocchio Village Haus | Naples Restaurante, Cowboy Bill’s Steakhouse | |
| Tomorrowland | Astro Orbiter Restaurant, Rick’s Café Américain | Flo’s V8 Café, French Restaurant | |
| Table: Disneyland Restaurant Hierarchy |
| Table 5: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street USA | Sleeping Beauty Castle View | Blue Bayou Restaurant, Carolina’s Restaurant | |
| Adventureland | Sleeping Beauty Castle View | Whispering Canyon Cafe | |
| Tomorrowland | Space Station on Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover | LARP Dine About Bar & Grill | |
| Table: Disneyland Map** |
Mickey’s Toontown
Located in the Magic Kingdom, Mickey’s Toontown is a cartoon-themed area designed for young children. This park is divided into three themed lands: Gadget’s Go Coaster, Pooh’s Glorious land, and **Gadget’s Toontown.
Table: Mickey’s Toontown Park Map
| Land | Description | Attractions | Must-visit Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadget’s Go Coaster | Fun Land | Gadget’s Gadget Garden | Splash Mountain |
| Pooh’s Glorious land | Classic Land | Winnie the Pooh | Festival of Fantasy parade |
| Gadget’s Toontown | Art and Funky Land | King of Toontown | Gadget’s Gadget Garden |
| Table: Mickey’s Toontown Dining Hierarchy |
| Table 6: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadget’s Go Coaster | Sleepy Hollow | Sleepy Hollow Overhead Cafe | Pinocchio Village Haus |
| Pooh’s Glorious land | Oaken’s Trading Post | Oaken’s Trading Post | Tigger’s Palace |
| Gadget’s Toontown | Wake Up and Dine | Lickable Treats | Minnie’s Cafe |
| Table: Mickey’s Toontown Restaurant Hierarchy |
The Disney Animal Kingdom
Located in Animal Kingdom, Disneyland Animal Kingdom is a wildlife-themed park designed for families and animal lovers. This park is divided into two themed areas: Africa and Asia.
Africa
- Opened on April 22, 1998
- Features animal exhibits and attractions, such as the Kilimanjaro Safaris and DinoLand U.S.A.
- Must-see attractions:
- Kilimanjaro Safaris
- Disney Junior – Live on Stage!
- Festival of the Lion King
- Must-visit experiences:
- Festival of the Lion King
- Lion treetop canopy walk
- Discovery Island
Asia
- Opened on June 22, 1998
- Features animal exhibits and attractions, such as the Na’vi River Journey and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
- Must-see attractions:
- Na’vi River Journey
- Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
- Primeval Whirl
- Must-visit experiences:
- Primeval Whirl
- Wonders of Africa Expedition
- Discovery Island
Table: Disney Animal Kingdom Park Map
| Land | Description | Attractions | Must-visit Experiences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | African Savannah | Kilimanjaro Safaris, DinoLand U.S.A. | Lion Treetop Canopy Walk |
| Asia | Asia’s Animal Adventure | Na’vi River Journey, Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail | Wonders of Africa Expedition |
| Table: Disney Animal Kingdom Dining Hierarchy |
| Table 7: Dining Hierarchy | Quick Service | Table Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | Blue Lagoon Restaurant, Rajah Grill | Banquet Restaurant, Sahara Lodge Restaurant | |
| Asia | Serengeti Outpost Restaurant, Tusker House Restaurant | Luau at Oasis Retreat, Tides Restaraunt | |
| Africa | Swamp Lodge Restaurant, Sabor Indian Cuisine | Satu’li Canteen, Splitsville 20 South |