Shanghai Disney Resort - The 6th Disneyland in the World

Shanghai Disney Resort, newly opened on June 16, 2016, is the first Disney resort in Shanghai, mainland China and the second in China after Hong Kong Disneyland. Besides, it is the third one in Asia and the sixth one in the world. Shanghai Disney Resort is the magic land for no matter children or adults to light their imagination, explore and have great fun in the castle and make their beautiful dreams come true.

On this amazing land, you’ll soar like a bird over mythical realms, find yourselves lost in Wonderland, take off into the world of Tron, and relive stories from Disney animated classics. Also, you can wave at a musical parade starring favorite Disney Characters, join Captain Jack for a swashbuckling spectacle, and meet Mickey Mouse in person. Remember, your visit to Shanghai Disneyland will be a lifetime experience!

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Shanghai Disney Resort is composed of several parts, including Shanghai Disneyland Park, Disney Town, two Disney Resort Hotels and Wishing Star Park, and more. Among them, the main part for travelers is Shanghai Disneyland Park which can be divided into six areas with different themes, characters, and activities. They are:

• Mickey Avenue (米奇大街)
• Disney.Pixar Toy Story Land (皮克斯玩具总动员)
• Gardens of Imagination (奇想花园)
• Fantasyland (梦幻世界)
• Adventure Isle (探险岛)
• Treasure Cove (宝藏湾)
• Tomorrowland (明日世界)

• Shanghai Disney Resort Map: https://www.shanghaidisneyresort.com/en/maps/

This avenue is a street leading from the entrance to Gardens of Imagination. The area is inspired by the personalities of classic Disney cartoon characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, as well as Daisy Duck, Pluto, and Chip ‘N Dale.

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• A Warm Welcome on Mickey Avenue – Once travelers step into Disneyland, they will be moved by the happy atmosphere and get the chance to know many classic Disney characters and their stories. You might have the luck to come across your favorite when you stroll along the bustling street, visit featured shops, enjoy dessert at baker…Catch the rare chance to take photos with the Disney classics.

The Gardens of Imagination is the hub of Shanghai Disneyland Park. It is the first garden with beautiful scenery designed among all the Disneyland Parks over the world. There are seven magical gardens that present themes of kinship, friendship, and happiness.

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• Meet Twelve Animals of Chinese Zodiac – View the twelve mosaics which vividly depict the Chinese Zodiac with Disney characters. Know the characters and recall your memories about the movie you have seen.
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant – Climb aboard Dumbo’s delightful caravan for high-flying fun you’ll never forget! Resplendent with festive flags, posters, and pennants, the surrounding grounds are drenched in colors and bursting with blooms. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 19:00.)
• Fantasia Carousel – Your flying horse awaits – introducing the most magical gallop in Disney theme park history. By blending a touch of pixie dust with tradition, each Disney carousel offers a unique, nostalgic experience on the galloping horses that make travelers feel like they are embarking on a grand adventure. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• Marvel Universe – Delve deep inside the Marvel Universe, discover the expansive universe that houses some of the world’s greatest Super Heroes and you never know who you’ll run into at the World of Marvel. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)

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• Alice in Wonderland Maze – Wind your way through the maze of Alice’s Wonderland and enter through three doors and each provides a different route into the dream-like landscape where Alice and her pals, like Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, awaits. Lost yourselves in Red Queen’s Garden and attend the delightfully mad tea party…(The open hours are from 09:00 to 19:00.)
• Hunny Pot Spin – Hop into one of the 18 giant spinning jars that whisk you around while searching for Pooh’s precious nectar. You control the direction and speed to rotate at a leisurely pace or spin like mad to music that never skips a “buzz”. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – Discover the delightful world of Winnie the Pooh. Winnie the Pooh welcomes you to join his magical journey through the Hundred Acre Wood where you’ll encounter Eeyore, Gopher, Kanga, Piglet, Tigger, and tiny Roo too.
• “Once Upon a Time” Adventure - Step inside the Snow White’s World of fantasy and make your way past the incredible mosaics in the Grand Rotunda and beneath a dazzling chandelier in the vaulted Great Hall. Enter the chamber where the Enchanted Storybook summons you to be part of Snow White’s adventure. Go! (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• Besides the above activities, travelers can also join “Peter Pan’s Flight”, “Seven Dwarfs Mine Train” and “Voyage to the Crystal Grotto”.

Adventure Isle is the land taking travelers into old tribes, full of magic and hidden treasures. You can explore an ancient legend in its birthplace, soar over the horizon…If you have a thirst for adventure and a yearning for excitement, come to the Adventure Isle and set off into the unknown.

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• Soaring Over the Horizon – With the wind in your face and treetops and rooftops whizzing beneath you, Soaring Over the Horizon is an uplifting experience. You’ll fly from Adventure Isle over Earth’s iconic landmarks, cities and natural attractions to marvel at the vistas. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)
• Camp Discovery – There are three uniquely thrilling elevated rope courses traverse the terrain of Roaring Mountain – taking adventurers over river gorges, waterfalls and sheer cliffs, through stunning terrain and into spectacular caverns. Please note that travelers must be at least 106 centimeters or taller to experience the rope courses. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• Roaring Rapids – Join a thrilling rafting expedition, pass through unknown dangers and sail to dark cave to explore an ancient legend and unravel the mystery of Adventure. Find more clues will perilous river journey through uncharted waters. Please note that travelers must be at least 107 centimeters or taller to experience the rafting. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)

Disney Pixar Toy story is located in the northwest of Shanghai Disneyland, with a total of three games, namely, Rex’s Racer, Slinky Dog Spin and Woody’s Roundup.

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• Rex’s Racer – With the help of Triceratops Rex, it will invite you to take an exciting race on the long "U" track. It opens for 8-13 years old teenagers and adults and the height of tourist need to be 120 cm or above.(The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)
• Slinky Dog Spin - Tourists can sit on the dog spin and happily circle around a big plate full of toy bones. It's suitable for most tourists. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)
• Woody’s Roundup – Jump on the nostalgic Western carriage. Let the ponies pull you, with cheerful music, and swing together. It opens for 8-13 years old teenagers and adults and the height of tourist need to be 81 cm or above. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)

Treasure Cove is the first pirate themed land among all the Disneyland Parks. It is a land of 18th-century Spanish harbor town located on a Caribbean island that has been captured by Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean.

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• Explorer Canoes – Get aboard a canoe and grab a paddle for an exhilarating paddling expedition to explore shipwrecks, treasure caves, plantations, and forbidding jungles around every turn. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 15:30.)
• Pirates of the Caribbean Battle for the Sunken Treasure - Cruise with the most charismatic rogue ever to rock the Jolly Roger – the devilishly dashing Captain Jack! Set sail for seafaring fun and on the way you may come across pirates, mermaids, and even the savage Kraken. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)
• Have Fun at Shipwreck Shore – This nautical world helps kids’ imagination sail free. A variety of unique activity zones (the Toddler Area, the Tide Pools, the Observation Deck, Water Wonders, Shipwreck, Ship’s Bow, and Ship’s Stern) means children of all ages can get in on the excitement. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 20:00.)

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• Tron Lightcycle Power Run – Traverse Tron’s electrifying multi-sensory environment as your speed, dip and dive through digitized darkness on one of the fastest indoor roller coasters in Disney theme park history. Please note that travelers must be at least 122 centimeters or taller to experience the thrill rides. (The open hours are from 08:30 to 21:00.)
• Buzz Lightyear Planet Recue – After a briefing with Buzz, board your ship and head to Zurg’s hideout armed with red and green pulse blasters that’ll help block interstellar attacks along the way. The fate of the Space Aliens’ home is in your hands. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• Jet Packs – Come to the Jet Packs Complex where people dance, float and sail through the air. This centrally spinning sphere levitates riders several stories off the ground for a one-of-a-kind Rocketeer experience you won’t want to miss. Please note that travelers must be at least 112 centimeters or taller to experience the thrill rides. (The open hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.)
• Star Wars Launch Bay – Immerse yourselves in the Star Wars story and encounter iconic characters – including one from Star Wars: The Force Awakens! (The open hours are from 09:30 to 21:00.)
• Stitch Encounter – Sit back and video chat with Experiment 626 (Stitch) as the mischievous animated alien turns the Galactic Federation upside down. (The open hours are from 10:00 to 20:00.)

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• By metro: Metro Line 11 between North Jiading (嘉定北)/Huaqiao/Anting and Disney Resort stations provides a convenient and fast access to Disney Resort. The first train gets to Disney Resort at around 7:00 and the last train leaves at around 23:30. Travelers get off the subway at Terminal Station Disney Resort and just need to walk a few steps to Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown and Wishing Star Park, and and only a short Disney Resort Shuttle ride from the Resort hotels.
• By taxi: If you want to go by taxi, it costs about 100 to 150 Yuan for the transfer from downtown area; and around 70 Yuan from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai Disney.
• By bus: Buses Pudong No. 50, 51 and 52 can take travelers to Shanghai Disney Resort. You should stop at South Bus Station of Shanghai Disney Resort.

Note: The transportation service schedules and fare lists are for reference only. For more details, please feel free to contact our professional travel consultants.

There are two hotels in Shanghai Disney Resort – one is Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and the other is Toy Story Hotel. Shanghai Disneyland Hotel is situated on the shores of a shimmering lake that features the finest in furnishings, first-class service, magical amenities, and Disney extras. While the Toy Story Hotel takes you to step into a world of imagination inspired by the Disney Pixar film series where playthings come alive and there’s adventure around every corner. Both two hotels offer dining.

Shanghai Disneyland, facing the Disneyland to the north of it, crossing the wishing star lake, has 420 rooms and 3 restaurants, 1 lounge, and 1 indoor pool. There are rooms with access to the magic kingdom club, garden, lake, and theme park views. Tourists can relax in different Disney themed rooms with all kinds of Disney characters and figures they like around them.

Located in the west of the resort, Toy Story Hotel offers 800 rooms for tourists with 2 restaurants. There are also rooms with gardens, courtyards, and theme park views. Since the rooms of the two hotels are very limited, you may need to book your room in advance especially during the peak season.

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