Disney Theme Parks
Disney's claim to fame is its family-friendly theme parks, where kids will never tire for fun -- and mom and dad can be a kid again. From kid-sized roller coasters to rides featuring classic Disney storylines to water parks to themed-restaurants with character-attended meals, the Disney theme parks offer something for everyone. Which park is right for you depends on where you'd like to go and how much you want to do during your vacation. Select from five Disney theme parks located around the world.
The king of the Disney theme parks, Disney World is located just outside of Orlando, Fla. The massive park includes the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach, Downtown Disney and Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex. Click here to learn more about Disney World.
The original Disney theme park, Disneyland is located in Anaheim, Calif., just south of Los Angeles in California's famed Orange County. The park includes Disneyland Park, California Adventure and Downtown Disney attractions. Click here to learn more about Disneyland.
Disneyland Paris, located 35 miles south of Paris, has become a hit for European crowds, as well as Disney-loving families looking to try new attractions and parks. Disneyland Paris theme park is the main draw, but Walt Disney Studios Park and Disney Village add to the European appeal. Click here to learn more about Disneyland Paris.
This massive Japanese theme park destination is laid out like an island with everything revolving around Tokyo Disneyland. Disney Sea, Ikspiari entertainment complex and the Cirque du Soleil Theatre are additional attractions drawing families from across Asia and over the Pacific. Click here to learn more about Tokyo Disneyland.
Located in the bustling city of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Disneyland is laid out to resemble the original Disneyland in California. Visitors will discover Tomorrowland, Adventureland, Fantasyland and Main Street USA for a touch of Disney's Magic in China. Click here to learn more about Hong Kong Disneyland.
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