Ultimate Guide to Disney Princesses at Disney World
We know many of you out there are either huge Disney Princess fans yourselves or have some big Disney Princess fans in your family. So, it’s understandable that you’d want to maximize and prioritize Princess experiences on your trip to Disney World!
Festival of Fantasy Parade
That’s why we’ve made the ultimate guide to Disney World for Disney Princess fans! We’re telling you everywhere you can have Disney Princess-themed experiences in the parks and resorts.
As a reminder, the official Disney Princesses are Cinderella, Snow White, Aurora, Belle, Tiana, Pocahontas, Rapunzel, Moana, Ariel, Merida, Jasmine, and Raya. However, we know that Anna and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen are probably just as important to Disney Princess fans, so we are including their experiences in this guide!
Magic Kingdom
Attractions
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
One of the most popular attractions in all of Magic Kingdom is themed to a Disney Princess! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is located in Adventureland and invites you on a musical journey through the bayou with Tiana and friends.
This is a water ride that features a few big drops, so expect some thrills and pack your poncho! Also note that you must be 40in (102cm) or taller in order to ride.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Another super popular ride in Magic Kingdom also takes inspiration from a princess, the very first Disney Princess — Snow White! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a roller coaster located in Fantasyland that actually sways while you’re gliding down the tracks.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
You will go inside the gem mine and see all of the Seven Dwarfs, as well as Snow White herself! Be aware that you must be 38in (97cm) or taller to get on this ride.
Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
For something a bit more mellow, check out Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid in Fantasyland! On this ride, you will get in your very own clamshell and slowly move through Ariel’s story.
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This is an omnimover ride, so it’s continuously moving and pretty slow-paced. It’s also very family-friendly, as you can be any height to ride!
Enchanted Tales with Belle
Also in Fantasyland is Enchanted Tales with Belle! This is an interactive attraction inside Belle and Maurice’s cottage where you will get to meet Belle as she takes you through the story of Beauty and the Beast.
There is audience participation, and it’s great for people of all ages!
Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Have you ever wanted to fly on a magic carpet like Princess Jasmine did in Aladdin? Well, you can over in Adventureland!
Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Get into your very own magic carpet as it whirls you around above the land. This ride is another great one for all ages (it’s the same thing as the Dumbo ride!).
Dining
Be Our Guest Restaurant
For a truly magical meal, Beauty and the Beast fans should check out Be Our Guest Restaurant in Fantasyland. Here, you will step inside either The Grand Ballroom, The West Wing, or The Rose Gallery to enjoy some French food.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Do note that you will not get to meet Belle during this meal, though! You can read our full review right here.
Cinderella’s Royal Table
Another great dining option for Princess fans is Cinderella’s Royal Table! This restaurant is actually inside Cinderella Castle.
Inside Cinderella’s Royal Table
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you will get a meet and greet and photo op with Cinderella, and then you’ll get to meet a bunch of princesses during your meal. Possible princesses you may see include Ariel, Aurora, Jasmine, Snow White, Merida, and Rapunzel.
Character Meet & Greets
Princess Fairytale Hall
You can, of course, meet Disney Princesses at Princess Fairytale Hall! This spot is located in Fantasyland and features a meet and greet with Princess Tiana and Cinderella.
There are also usually some rotating princesses visiting here, so it could be a surprise who you get to meet!
Ariel
Over near Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid in Fantasyland, you can find Ariel in her Grotto! This is a meet and greet experience where you will get to meet Ariel from the animated movie.
Mulan
Mulan is often seen on the Town Square Theater Porch on Main Street, U.S.A. You can find her meet and greet times on the My Disney Experience app.
Jasmine
Jasmine makes appearances over in Adventureland near the Agrabah section (by the Magic Carpets). This is another one you should check the times for on the My Disney Experience app.
Experiences & Entertainment
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
If your little one wants to actually transform into a Disney Princess, they can do that at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Fantasyland! This experience lets kids ages 3-12 get a Disney Princess makeover and meet the Fairy Godmother herself.
You can read a full breakdown of the whole experience right here.
Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire
Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire is a show that takes place on the stage in front of Cinderella Castle several times throughout the day! It’s hosted by Mickey, but you will also see appearances from princesses like Tiana and Rapunzel.
Elsa and Anna also make an appearance! Find the showtimes on the My Disney Experience app.
Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade
The Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade takes place during the day in Magic Kingdom and moves from Frontierland through Liberty Square and all the way down Main Street, U.S.A. It features a bunch of different Disney characters, including a few princesses!
Expect to see Moana, Mulan, Merida, Jasmine, Pocahontas, and Raya! See showtimes on the My Disney Experience app.
Festival of Fantasy Parade
The Festival of Fantasy Parade is an extravagant parade that moves through Frontierland, Liberty Square, and Main Street, U.S.A. during the day in Magic Kingdom. You will see many Disney Princesses (and some of their princes!) during this parade.
Some of the princesses you will see include Cinderella, Tiana, Belle, Rapunzel, Ariel, Merida, Snow White, and you will also see Anna and Elsa!
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is a nighttime parade in Magic Kingdom that’s pretty new! It lights up the night and takes the same route as the daytime parade.
Disney Starlight
The princesses you will see in the parade include Aurora, Tiana, Cinderella, Belle, Moana, Snow White, Jasmine, and Rapunzel. You will also see Anna and Elsa!
Happily Ever After
Happily Ever After is the nightly fireworks show in Magic Kingdom! It takes place at Cinderella Castle, so the prime viewing is in the Hub and down Main Street, U.S.A.
The show features several parts dedicated to different Disney Princesses! Actually, every single Disney Princess is represented at some point during the show with scenes and/or songs from their movies.
EPCOT
Attractions
Frozen Ever After
If you want to experience the magic of Frozen while gliding along in a Viking boat, then you’ve gotta check out Frozen Ever After in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion. You will get to see a bunch of familiar faces like Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, and more.
This is a water ride, but it’s pretty tame, and there is no height requirement to ride.
Journey of Water ~ Inspired by Moana
Journey of Water ~ Inspired by Moana is a walkthrough experience in the World Nature section of EPCOT. It literally takes you through the journey of water and lets you interact with it at different stages, kind of like how Moana interacts with water in her movies!
Journey of Water
There is a wet path and a dry path for this experience, so you can choose your own adventure!
Dining
Akershus
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is a family-style meal in the Norway Pavilion, where different Disney Princesses will come around to meet you! Enjoy some traditional Norwegian fare for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Possible princesses you may meet include Belle, Aurora, Tiana, Ariel, Snow White, Mulan, and Cinderella.
Character Meet & Greets
Moana
You can meet Moana over near Journey of Water ~ Inspired by Moana in World Nature! Check out her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Moana Meet-and-Greet in EPCOT
Anna & Elsa
Anna & Elsa are located inside the Royal Sommerhus in the Norway Pavilion. They can be pretty popular, so be prepared to wait in line!
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Mulan
Mulan meets and greets in the Great Hall of China in the China Pavilion! Check out her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Snow White
Snow White can be found near the Wishing Well in the Germany Pavilion. See her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Jasmine
Jasmine is in the Morocco Pavilion! She meets and greets further back in the pavilion in a pretty cool area. Check out her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Aurora
Aurora, AKA Sleeping Beauty, can usually be found at the France Fragrance Gardens Gazebo in the France Pavilion. Check out her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Belle
You can also find Belle in the France Pavilion on the France Promenade. Check out her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Hollywood Studios
Character Meet & Greets
Ariel
You can meet Ariel from the live-action story inside Walt Disney Presents! Find her meet and greet times in the My Disney Experience app.
Live-Action Ariel Meet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Experiences & Entertainment
Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage
To relive the story of Beauty and the Beast, you can sit down and see Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood Studios. This is an extravagant Broadway-style show that’s only 30 minutes!
Showtimes can be found at the attraction and on the My Disney Experience app.
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
The Royal Historians of Arendelle are recounting the story of Frozen with some special guests over in Echo Lake! This show is 30 minutes long and features Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and more.
Find the showtimes in the park or on the My Disney Experience app.
The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure
Recount the story of Ariel by watching this 20-minute theatrical production of The Little Mermaid! Showtimes can be found on the My Disney Experience app.
The show is located in the Animation Courtyard section of Hollywood Studios.
Fantasmic!
Fantasmic! is the nightly spectacular show in Hollywood Studios! It’s a 30-minute show that features a bunch of different Disney Princesses.
Fantasmic! in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
You will see characters from Moana, Frozen 2, Mulan, Aladdin, Pocahontas, Beauty and the Beast, and The Little Mermaid. Find showtimes on the My Disney Experience app.
Animal Kingdom
Character Meet & Greets
Moana
Animal Kingdom doesn’t feature very many Disney Princesses, but you can still meet a couple! Find Moana over at Character Landing on Discovery Island.
Photo: Disney
Her meet and greet times will be listed in the park and on the My Disney Experience app.
Pocahontas
You can also sometimes see Pocahontas toward the front of the park in the Oasis section! Her meet and greet times should also be listed on the My Disney Experience app.
Disney World Hotels
Dining
1900 Park Fare
If you want a fun character meal with the Disney Princesses and a delicious buffet, visit 1900 Park Fare in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! This is a breakfast and dinner buffet that features a couple of different Disney Princesses.
Princess Tiana at 1900 Park Fare
You will meet Tiana and Cinderella while dining here. Aladdin and Mirabel also make appearances!
Story Book Dining at Artist Point
Eat inside an enchanted forest in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Story Book Dining at Artist Point serves a prix-fixe dinner and features characters from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
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You will get to meet Snow White, along with the Evil Queen, Dopey, and Grumpy.
Themed Hotel Rooms
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
The standard hotel rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort are themed to The Little Mermaid! Sleep like you’re under the sea in these heavily themed rooms.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
At Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, you can book one of the Royal Rooms! These rooms are truly decorated for royalty, and they’re themed to The Princess and the Frog.
Royal Guest Rooms at Port Orleans Riverside
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
At Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, there are Under the Sea rooms themed to The Little Mermaid. They can be booked as 5th-sleeper rooms at the resort and sleep up to 4 adults, along with one child in a child-sized pull-down bed.
Under the Sea Room
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
The standard rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort feature some fun nods to Moana! These are much more subtly themed than some of the other rooms on this list, so if you want just a little bit of princess theming in your hotel room, this is the way to go.
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