The Magic Kingdom is the jewel in Disney World’s, Orlando’s and indeed Florida’s crown. At the Magic Kingdom you can escape into a magical world of some of your most beloved cartoon characters of all time. Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida is the king of the theme parks, and pulls in more visitors each year than any other theme park in the world. Well known across the planet as “The Happiest Place on Earth”, the Magic Kingdom covers 107 acres and is home to seven unique themed lands, along with loads of other attractions for the whole family no matter what age you are. The Magic Kingdom has been known over the years as the safest, cleanest environment for families to enjoy quality time together. It’s a place for every member of your family, both young and old, to experience a journey to a fantasy land of the past, present and future, where you can fly through space to unknown planets, take off on magic carpets or ride a runaway train through the Old West. No Florida holiday can be complete without visiting the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
Magic Kingdom Rides and Attractions
Magic Kingdom - Thunder Mountain
The Magic Kingdom is divided into seven unique themed areas, or “lands,” arranged in a circle, with all of them meeting at the top of Main Street USA, right in front of the hugely impressive and jaw dropping Cinderella Castle. Pathways lead visitors from the hub of the action at the castle to the various lands. Main Street USA is inspired by Walt Disney’s hometown of Marceline, Missouri. The recreation of early 20th century small-town life in the US includes an old-style barbershop, town hall, fire station and quaint shops where you can buy everything from souvenirs to refreshments. You can travel along Main Street in a horse drawn cart and have you photograph taken with any one of your faviouate Disney characters; or even with them all if you wish!
Inside Cinderella’s Castle is the main entrance to FantasyLand, a fairytale experience of princes and princesses, Kings and Queens, and even Peter Pan. The interior of the castle has an amazing display of colorful murals made of a mixure of handcut Italian glass and 14 karat gold pieces. FantasyLand is the place where the child in all of us whats to visit. Across the bridge from Cinderella Castle is Liberty Square, which pays tribute to the nation’s colonial heritage and is home to the Hall of Presidents. From here you can ride the Liberty Belle Riverboat around the Rivers of America, see a lifesize replica of The Liberty Bell and eat at the Liberty Tree Tavern. This also where you’ll find the fantastic Haunted Mansion, a ride full of the thrills of riding on a Doom Buggy through a whole host of amazing special effects accompanied by eerie howling and ghostly sightings!
Across the bridge to the left of Main Street USA, is the exotic land of jungles, wild animals, swashbuckling pirates and a Middle Eastern market town. This is AdventureLand, a paradise of the South Seas, Caribbean and Africa. Explore the authentic shops such as the House of Treasures and Tiki Tropics, and experience some of The Magic Kingdom’s most famous attractions including Pirates of the Caribbean; the ride that went on to initiate the Pirates of the Caribbean blockbuster movies!
Magic Kinddom - Meet Mickey Mouse
Next up at The Magic Kingdom is FrontierLand with all the excitement of the Wild West. FrontierLand includes the famous Splash Mountain water ride and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad rollercoaster. From here you can cross the Rivers of America to find Tom Sawyer’s Island, or watch one of the old-fashioned hoe downs at the Country Bear Jamboree. From the Old West to the land of the future, TomorrowLand was newly renovated and opened in 1995 and marketed as the “Future That Never Was”. It features a futuristic city where you can battle aliens in the Toy Story ride called Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, or hurtle through the universe on one of the most popular rides in The Magic Kingdom, Space Mountain.
The smallest of the seven lands at The Magic Kingdom is Mickey’s Toontown Fair, which is also the place where you can meet the main attractions, Mickey and Minnie Mouse. This area is very much geared towards the younger members of your party, with mini versions of all the parks rides and a play area in Donald Duck’s Boat.
The History of The Magic Kingdom
The Magic Kingdom first opened its’ gates to the public in 1971, and has remained the “King of Theme Parks” ever since. Walt Disney searched the East Coast of Florida for the very best location for this second theme park, and eventually decided on Orlando. In 1964, Walt Disney began purchasing huge plots of land in teh Orlando area, and in 1965 he announced that he would be building the world’s most amazing and outlandish theme park, fashioned after Disney Land in California. Walt Disney sadly passed away in 1966 and so was unfortunatly never able to see his dream come to life, but today The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Orlando, Florida continues to attract more visitors than any other theme park in the world. Well done Walt Disney!
Contact: Magic Kingdom Address and Phone Number
The Magic Kingdom
311 World Drive
Bay Lake, FL 32830
USA
(407) 824-2222
Magic Kingdom Park Map
Magic Kingdom Park Map - Click to enlarge
