Your Guide to Fantasyland at the Disneyland Resort

Perhaps one of the most iconic lands in all of the Disney parks, Fantasyland at the Disneyland Resort in California takes you to a time and place when you were a child and magic was real. And even though this section of the park seems to be a bit more “kid-oriented” than the rest, it’s easily one of the most popular areas.

From Alice in Wonderland to Peter Pan’s Flight, these rides were designed to spark the kid inside us all. It’s also one of the best sections of the park to visit first when you have small children and are wanting to introduce them to the Disney ride experience. With that being said, here is your guide to Fantasyland at the Disneyland Resort!

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Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2023? Be sure to check out our guide to all that the Disneyland Resort has to offer this year including the reopening of Mickey’s Toontown, the Disney100 Celebration, and more!

Update… Disney has replaced FastPass and MaxPass with the brand new Disney Genie and Disney Genie+. The new system is very similar to Disneyland’s MaxPass as it is an add-on purchase allowing you to make “Lightning Lane” reservations throughout your day in the parks. There is also the option to purchase Individual Attraction reservations for select top-tier attractions. For more information, be sure to visit our guide. Happy Planning!

The Rides – 12 Attractions

Alice in Wonderland

A colorful caterpillar takes you through Wonderland. It is a slow-moving, dark ride accommodating 4-6 people per caterpillar.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 3-4 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First two hours of the day
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be aware that this attraction closes before, during, and briefly after the fireworks show.

Casey Jr. Circus Train

This slow-moving ride allows you to travel in a circus train behind Casey Jr.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 3-4 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Dumbo the Flying Elephant

This extremely famous slow-moving, spinning attraction allows you to soar around and around inside Dumbo the flying elephant!

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 1-2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First two hours of the day
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be sure to take advantage of the photo opportunity, a stationary Dumbo, just outside the exit of the ride!

“it’s a small world”

Sail around the world in this slow-moving boat ride as you listen to dolls from around the world singing in harmony. (Yes, this song will be stuck in your head for the rest of the day!)

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: Yes
Attraction Length: About 15 minutes
Who Should Ride: First three hours of the day
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

King Arthur Carrousel

Enjoy a beautiful old-fashioned carousel ride that is original to the park.

Height Restrictions: Any height
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No

Mad Tea Party

Mad Tea Party is one of the most iconic rides at Disneyland. Climb into a brightly-colored teacup and spin under a canopy of colorful lanterns. Try not to get dizzy!

Height Restrictions: Any height
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 1-2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone who can handle spinning in an oversized teacup
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No

Matterhorn Bobsleds

Take a ride in a bobsled on either the Tomorrowland or Fantasyland side. This attraction can be a bit rough and bumpy, and you should also be prepared for sharp turns!

Height Restrictions: 42 inches tall
Genie+ Attraction: Yes
Attraction Length: About 2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First hour of the day
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: This ride offers a Single Rider Line for those who don’t mind riding alone without their party.

Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride

This quick (and sometimes scary) dark ride is only found at Disneyland Park. It is worth noting that this attraction can be a bit scary for younger children as you make your way through scary scenes taking you literally through hell and back.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be aware that this ride closes before, during, and after the fireworks show.

Peter Pan’s Flight

Hop aboard a pirate ship and “fly” above Neverland in this slow-moving dark ride!

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 2-3 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First hour of the day
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: This attraction often has one of the longest lines in Fantasyland. It’s a great one to head to first thing when the park opens before the line has a chance to build. Also, be aware that this ride closes before, during, and after the fireworks show.

Pinocchio’s Daring Journey

Experience the thrilling adventure of Pinocchio as he embarks on a captivating journey after his strings are cut at Stromboli’s Puppet Theatre. This dark ride includes a lively carnival, a nerve-wracking encounter with Monstro the Whale, and a heartwarming relief when the Blue Fairy makes her appearance.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 3 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone (may be frightening for younger children)
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be aware that this ride closes before, during, and after the fireworks show.

Snow White’s Enchanted Wish

Step into Snow White’s adventures with the Evil Queen keeping a close eye. The revamped attraction, renamed in 2021, is now much less scary for kids and features a happy ending that they will love.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 2 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First two hours of the day
Open for Early Entry: Yes
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be aware that this ride closes before, during, and after the fireworks show.

Storybook Land Canal Boats

Sail in a slow-moving boat enjoying scenes of miniature fairy tales.

Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 6 minutes
Who Should Ride: Anyone
When to Visit: First two hours of the day
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No
Additional Info: Be aware that this ride closes before, during, and after the fireworks show.

Attractions and Entertainment – 3 Attractions

Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough

This is not a ride, but rather a walkthrough journey through Princess Aurora’s castle. (Be aware that the corridors can be narrow and there are stairs to climb.)

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 15 minutes
Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Storytelling at Royal Theatre

This open-air medieval-style tent features some of your favorite Disney fairytales reenacted live on stage. The entire show is about 25 minutes long.

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 25 minutes
Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Tale of the Lion King

Celebrate The Lion King with this uplifting 24-minute live show.

Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women.
Genie+ Attraction: No
Attraction Length: About 24 minutes
Who Should Enjoy: Anyone
When to Visit: Anytime
Open for Early Entry: No
Ride Photo: No

Dining

Edelweiss Snacks

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Snacks
Mobile Order: Yes
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Snacks: Turkey Leg, Chimichanga, Corn on the Cob (Buttered or Chili-Lime), DORITOS® Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips, CHEETOS® Crunchy Cheese Flavored Snacks, CHEETOS® Crunchy FLAMIN’ HOT® Cheese Flavored Snacks, LAY’S® Classic Potato Chips

Maurice’s Treats

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Snacks
Mobile Order: No
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Snacks: Cheddar Garlic Bagel Twist, Specialty Sandwich, Maurice’s Pieces (Chocolate, Cake or French Toast Donut Holes), Churro Gears (Donuts tossed in Cinnamon Sugar), Cogsworth Cakes, Chocolate Twists
- Specialty Drinks: Peanut Butter & Jelly Slush, Boysen Apple Freeze

Red Rose Taverne

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Mobile Order: Yes
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Breakfast: Beast’s Breakfast Burger, Garden Vegetable Hash, Breakfast Platter, Stuffed French Toast, Mickey-shaped Pancake
- Entrées: Beast’s Forbidden Pastrami Burger, Classic Angus 1/3 lb Cheeseburger, Enchanted Cauli-Flower Sandwich, Slow-cooked Beef Poutine, Chicken Sandwich à la Lumière, Chef’s Chopped Salad, Chef’s Chopped Salad with Grilled Chicken, Garden Mozzarella Flatbread, Pepperoni Flatbread, Chicken Breast Nuggets, French Fries, Pommes Frites
- Kids: Turkey Sandwich, Power Pack, Cheese Pizza, Hamburger, Chicken Breast Nuggets, Yummy Cheesy Macaroni
- Dessert: Grey Stuff Gâteau, Star Crispy Treat
- Specialty Drinks: Gaston’s Famous Brew

Troubadour Tavern

$14.99 and under | Quick Service | Snacks
Mobile Order: Yes
Reservations: No
Example Menu Items:
- Snacks: Bratwurst Sausage, Bacon and Sour Cream Stuffed Baked Potato, Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Baked Potato, BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potato, BBQ Turkey Leg, Jumbo Pretzel, Nestlé® Dibs® Bite-sized Snacks, Olaf Frozen Lemonade Strawberry Bar, Kids’ Power Pack
- Specialty Drinks: Enchanted Cherry-Apple Lemonade

**Be sure to visit the official Disneyland website for updated menus and pricing!