Fantasyland

Fantasyland is full of classic attractions that never get old. Who doesn't remember the first Disney World vacation where they rode Dumbo or the Teacups? Will you ever get that song out of your head?

It's a small world after all...

See. It's the gift that keeps on giving.

This area is home to some of Disney's all time best loved characters. Characters like, Snow White, Winnie the Pooh, Peter Pan, The Little Mermaid, Dumbo, Cinderella. Plus in Mickey's Philharmagic Mickey and Donald explore all of the movies of the last 15 years.

Most of these rides are classics. They have been there since the park opened, and only seem to get better with age. Peter Pan's Flight routinely has hour long lines. Dumbo and the Teacups are right behind.

Uncle Walt meant for you to start your day in Fantasyland (in Dad's opinion), so let's explore.

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Entrance to Fantasyland sign. Photo by JeffB

The Attractions

The attractions here are taken from classic Disney movies. Even the newest attraction, Mickey's Philharmagic, incorporates movies from the last few years into the show. Some of the best, longest running, cheesiest, attractions are here.

You can spend time with the talking to and taking pictures with characters, at Ariel's Grotto where Ariel from the Little Mermaid sits on a rock, complete with tail, and talks to all visitors.

Both Ariel's Grotto and Pooh's Playful Spot have playgrounds where the little ones can blow of a little steam.

Fantasyland is home to some of Uncle Walt's most enduring, and endearing, attractions. Just behind the castle is Cinderella's Golden Carousel where you can go around and round on beautiful hand carved wooden horses. Just past the carousel is Dumbo the Flying Elephant it's one of Disney's most loved rides.

It's a Small World is the most maddening ride in the Magic Kingdom. The music will stick in you head for years. Across the street is Peter Pan's Flight where "You can fly, you can fly, you can fly." Next door at Mickey's Philharmagic see what happens when Donald is in gets a hold of Mickey's Sorcerers Hat.

At the Mad Tea Party you will twirl round and round in a teacup. (Let me outta here.) Then you can take a nice leisurely ride through Snow Whites Scary Adventures which shows the dark side of the story. Finally take a ride in a honey pot on a grand adventure with Winnie the Pooh.

Shopping

Most of the shopping here revolves around gift shops tied to the attractions. Fantasy Faire sells Mickey's Philharmagic merchandise. Pooh's Thotful Shop and The Seven Dwarfs Mine have Pooh and Snow White gifts. Tinker Bell's Treasures has Peter Pan effects with a special opening ceremony. A lucky patron gets to wake Tink up in the morning. It's really cute.

Sir Mickey's is a shop with clothes for adults. All the clothes have Disney logos (of course). Finally the Kodak Kiosk has camera's and photo stuff.

Dining

Fast food is all that's available in Fantasyland. Check out Liberty Square or Main Street for restaurants with more choices.

Pinocchio Village Haus has pizza and sandwiches, Mrs. Potts Cupboard is a great place for snacks, Ice cream, while The Enchanted Grove has drinks and only drinks.

Entertainment

Dad's Bottom Line

Fantasyland is a great place to start the day. In fact if you have children under age 12, you need to walk quickly, not run (Disney frowns on running guests), to Dumbo and get the day started out right.

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