Disney Castles, from Sleeping Beauty to Cinderella’s and more, are the icons of Disney parks found around the world. Today learn about the different Castles found in Disney parks, including what there is for guests to do!
1. Sleeping Beauty Castle (Disneyland Paris)
Sleeping Beauty’s Castle in Disneyland Paris stands at 167 feet tall at the end of Main St USA.
- Upstairs see beautiful stained glass windows.
- Under the castle, discover a Dragon under the Castle at La Taniere Du Dragon.
- See Disney Illuminations show, using Sleeping Beauty’s Castle as the backdrop.
2. Sleeping Beauty Castle (Disneyland Resort)
Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in Disneyland Park (Anaheim, CA) is the original Disney Castle. Sleeping Beauty Castle recently underwent a magical upgrade adding more vibrant colors, touches of pixie dust and more. It stands at 80 feet tall.
- Relive the story of Princess Aurora at the Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough.
- See Disneyland Forever, an enchanting nighttime show using the Castle and more.
3. Cinderella’s Castle (Tokyo Disneyland)
The Castle found at Tokyo Disneyland is similar to that found in Magic Kingdom of Walt Disney World. It stands at 168 feet tall.
- Step inside to see paintings, artwork and more retelling Cinderella’s Story, including viewing her glass slipper, while exploring Cinderella’s Fairytale Hall.
- Take pictures in the Royal Chair.
4. Cinderella’s Castle (Magic Kingdom)
Find Cinderella’s Castle in the center of Magic Kingdom at Disney World, standing at 180 feet tall.
- See the Welcome show at the Castle stage.
- Children can be transformed into Princes & Princesses at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
- Dine at Cinderella’s Royal Table, a character dining expereince.
- See a live stage show, Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire.
- Walk through the Castle and see beautiful mosaics re-telling Cinderella’s story.
- See Once Upon a Time & Happily Ever After using the castle as a backdrop.
- See The Kiss Goodnight.
- Visit Cinderella’s water fountain and wishing well.
5. Enchanted Storybook Castle (Shanghai Disneyland)
This is the only Disney Castle to celebrate all the Disney Princesses. It is also the tallest Disney Castle to date, standing at 197 feet tall.
- See beautiful mosaics showing tales of Merida, Rapunzel, Tiana, Elsa & Anna. See illuminated motifs of Belle, Cinderella & Snow White.
- Dine at the Royal Banquet Hall.
- Meet & Greet with favorites Disney Princesses
- Children can be transformed into Princes & Princesses at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
- See your favorite Disney Princesses on stage during the Golden Fairytale Fanfare.
- See Ignite the Dream – A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light using the Castle as a backdrop.
- Enter Snow White’s Storybook world for “Once Upon a Time” Adventure.
- Ride on the Voyage to the Crystal Grotto under the Enchanted Storybook Castle (entrance is in Fantasyland).
6. Sleeping Beauty Castle (Hong Kong Disneyland)
Hong Kong Disneyland has announced a multi-year expansion, including refurbishment on Sleeping Beauty Castle, started in 2018 and to be completed by 2023. This is the first ever re-imagining of a Disney Castle worldwide.
The new castle at Hong Kong Disneyland will include storybook theming referencing to different Disney Princesses, such as Snow White’s apple, Belle’s rose and Cinderella’s coach. It is also said the castle will, “reach new heights”!
Learn more about Disney Parks around the World.
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