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Fantasyland

When people think of Disney it is usually their classic fairytales that come to mind. Fantasyland is where these fairytales come to life. Here is where you can go on attractions that feature famous Disney characters, such as Dumbo, Snow White and Alice. My favorite attraction in this land is the much joked about It's a Small World attraction. Many people make a big deal over this attraction, making fun of it that is. This is the one attraction that most people know about or at least know the song. And if you do not know the song, by the end of the ride you will. The big draw for others in this land is the Matterhorn Bobsleds, we will be having more information on this mountain soon from our mountaingeek...this is his favorite attraction. This is another of Disney's mountain rides and its line can grow to be rather long at times.



Geek's Suggestions

If you want to ride the big attractions here you have to get to them either really early or really late at night. The dark ride attractions can have lines that back up to an hour sometimes and the ride only lasts a couple minutes. Also if you/ your kid wants to go on Dumbo, plan for a wait. There is only a limited number of Dumbos to ride in and you might be stuck there for quite a while.

* Insider tip: If you want to ride a "classic dark ride" and do not want to wait in a long line, most people ignore Pinochio and Snow White's rides which are located opposite Peter Pan and Mr. Toad. The reason they are ignored is because they are not as good as the other two in most people's opinion, but they are still ok.

· If you are in the park around Christmas time, you need to check out It's a Small World Holiday. This annual transformation occurs in early November and they decorate the entire attraction and change the soundtrack. The facade is covered with thousands of lights and its incredible to see.




Attractions and Dining Options
Attractions
Dining Options
  • King Arthur Carrousel - July 1955
  • Peter Pan's Flight (later renamed Peter Pans Flight) - July 1955, May 1983
  • Mad Tea Patty - July 1955
  • Mr. Toad's Wild Ride - July 1955,May 1983
  • Snow White's Scary Adventures - July 1955,May 1983
  • Casey Jr. Circus Train - July 1955
  • Dumbo Flying Elephant - August 1955,May 1983
  • Storybook Land Canal Boats - June 1956
  • Sleeping Beauty Castle Walk-Through - April 1957 (closed Oct. 7, 2001 reopened December 2008)
  • Alice in Wonderland - June 1958,April 1984
  • Matterhorn Bobsleds - June 1959
  • It's a Small World - May 28, 1966
  • Matterhorn (Abominable Snowman) - June 1978
  • Pinocchio's Daring Journey - May 1983
  • The Enchated Cottage (previously - Meeko's and Troubador Treats)
  • Village Haus Restaurant
Shows in Fantasyland Theater
  • Nothing currently its the Princess Fantasy Faire

    Seasonal
  • Minnie's Christmas Party (2002-2003)
  • Candlelight Processional & Ceremony (2001-03)
  • Mickey's Nutcracker (anyone know the dates)
  • The old Christmas show (can't remember the name)

    Retired Shows
  • Snow White (2004 - 2005)
  • Animazement - The Musical (1998-2001)
  • The Spirit of Pocahontas (6/23/1995 - 9/1997)
  • Became the Fantasyland Theater in 1995
  • Beauty and the Beast (1992-1995)
  • Plane Crazy (Disney Afternoon)(1991)
  • Dick Tracy Diamond Double Cross (1990)
  • One Man's Dream(1989)
  • Videopolis (1986)
Attractions that are no longer around
  • Fantasyland Autopia - January 1959 - Merged into the Tomorrowland version 1999
*Note: I know this is only a partial list... I need to gather the other attractions names/opening/closing dates. If you have any of that information and want to share, drop me an email. (Also if any of my dates are wrong please let me know).


Quickfacts
  • There is a Basketball court located in the top of the Matterhorn.
  • Over 50 miles of fiber optics appear in Peter Pan's Flight.
  • Click here to read some interesting patent information on the Matterhorn


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