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Do You Know Where Every Disney Park is Located?

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Did you know there are 12 Disney Parks in existence? Spread across six Disney Resorts worldwide, each Park boasts unique highlights and experiences. Here is a look at every Disney Park, in order of founding and where each is located.


The Original Disneyland Park

This was the Park that started it all. Based in Anaheim, California, Disneyland Park opened on July 17, 1955. Its establishment marked a revolutionary turn for the The Walt Disney Company from film and media entertainment to a new theme park initiative. Disneyland Park set the precedent for all other Disney Resorts and Parks that have since emerged worldwide.

The Park is divided into nine diverse lands: Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland, Tomorrowland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Mickey’s Toontown, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and Main Street, U.S.A. Each land offers notable rides and attractions that appeal to Disney fans of all ages.


Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park

After Disneyland’s success, Walt Disney set out to create a second theme park in Orlando, Florida. Magic Kingdom Park opened on October 1, 1971, as the first theme park at Walt Disney World Resort. Modeled after Disneyland’s setup, many attractions were duplicated while introducing new features—such as Cinderella Castle, a signature icon exclusive to the Magic Kingdom.

Magic Kingdom Park is divided into six lands: Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland, Tomorrowland, Liberty Square, and Main Street, U.S.A.

A grand castle stands against a blue sky, surrounded by white clouds. Colorful fireworks burst in the background. In front of the castle, costumed characters gather on the stage, with tall green trees visible on the sides.

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EPCOT

The second Park at Walt Disney World Resort, EPCOT, opened on October 1, 1982. Originally known as EPCOT Center, the Park celebrates human achievement and international culture.

For decades, EPCOT featured Future World and World Showcase. Recently, Future World was reimagined into three neighborhoods: World Nature, World Discovery, and World Celebration. The World Showcase remains unchanged, featuring 11 national pavilions celebrating global culture and cuisine.


Tokyo Disneyland

The first international Disney Park, Tokyo Disneyland, opened in Chiba, Japan, on April 15, 1983. Inspired by Disneyland in California, it retains a distinct identity with its unique attractions and Japanese influences.

The Park’s lands include World Bazaar, Adventureland, Westernland, Critter Country, Fantasyland, Toontown, and Tomorrowland.


Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World’s third theme park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, opened on May 1, 1989. Originally called Disney-MGM Studios, the Park has shifted from showcasing the Golden Age of Hollywood to embracing modern Disney franchises.

Hollywood Studios features seven themed areas: Hollywood Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, Animation Courtyard, Grand Avenue, Echo Lake, Toy Story Land, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.


Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Paris, the first Disney Park in Europe, opened on April 12, 1992, in Marne-la-Vallée, France. Originally named Euro Disneyland, it combines design influences from Disneyland in California and Magic Kingdom in Florida.

The Park has five themed lands: Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland, Discoveryland, and Main Street, U.S.A.


Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park

Opened on April 22, 1998 (Earth Day), Disney’s Animal Kingdom is both a theme park and an accredited zoological park. At 580 acres, it is the largest Disney Park worldwide.

Animal Kingdom features seven lands: Discovery Island, The Oasis, DinoLand U.S.A., Asia, Rafiki’s Planet Watch, Africa, and Pandora—The World of Avatar.


Disney California Adventure Park

Disneyland Resort expanded in California with Disney California Adventure Park, which opened on February 8, 2001. Originally themed around the spirit of California, the Park has evolved to include Pixar, Marvel, and other Disney franchises.

Its eight lands include Buena Vista Street, Paradise Gardens, Pixar Pier, Pacific Wharf, Grizzly Peak, Hollywood Land, Cars Land, and Avengers Campus.

Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure Park

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Tokyo DisneySea

Tokyo DisneySea, the second Park at Tokyo Disney Resort, opened on September 4, 2001. It is one of the most unique Disney Parks with a nautical theme.

The Park’s seven “ports of call” include Mediterranean Harbor, American Waterfront, Lost River Delta, Port Discovery, Mermaid Lagoon, Arabian Coast, and Mysterious Island.


Walt Disney Studios Park

The second Park at Disneyland Paris, Walt Disney Studios Park, opened on March 16, 2002. Focused on the entertainment industry, it draws inspiration from Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Walt Disney Studios Park features five “studio lots”: Front Lot, Toon Studio, Worlds of Pixar, Production Courtyard, and Marvel Avengers Campus.


Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland opened on September 12, 2005, and follows the format of Disneyland in California. The Park features six lands: Fantasyland, Adventureland, Tomorrowland, Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, and Main Street, U.S.A.

World of Frozen, a new Frozen-themed land, opened on November 20, 2023, making it the latest addition to the Park.


Shanghai Disneyland

The newest Disney Park, Shanghai Disneyland, opened on June 16, 2016, in Pudong, Shanghai. The park’s design incorporates elements of Disneyland in California while introducing its unique experiences.

Disney Shanghai

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Shanghai Disneyland features seven lands: Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Mickey Avenue, Gardens of Imagination, Treasure Cove, Adventure Isle, and Toy Story Land.


Looking Ahead

With 12 distinct Disney Parks spread across the globe, each offers its own magic and charm. Whether you’re visiting a classic like Disneyland or exploring new additions like Hong Kong’s World of Frozen, Disney continues to bring unforgettable experiences to fans worldwide.

About Laura

Laura Catherine aka “LC” is a writer who resides in Maryland with her family and several pets. She visits Walt Disney World whenever she can. Additionally, she is a published author of three novels, a children’s book, and has a passion for gardening.