The Ultimate Hong Kong Disneyland Guide for the Perfect Trip

Hong Kong Disneyland is undoubtedly one of Asia's most famous theme parks. It honours the classic Disneyland format beloved worldwide while still giving a touch of Chinese culture. You can get your Disney fix and new twists unique to Hong Kong!

While it’s the smallest of the Disneylands, Hong Kong Disneyland still packs a punch. It has seven themed zones with spellbinding rides and attractions for the whole family!

Longing to go to the Happiest Place on Earth? Here’s everything you need to know about Hong Kong Disneyland:

Hong Kong Disneyland is the second Disney theme park and resort to open in Asia, next only to Tokyo Disney Resort. It’s located on Lantau Island and is only a 12-minute ride from Hong Kong International airport, so you can start the fun as soon as you arrive in Hong Kong! It’s also right next to Ocean Park Hong Kong, which is often a package deal with tourists’ Disney escapades. 

Let’s start with one of the most important aspects of a theme park: its attractions. Hong Kong Disneyland has seven themed zones, each with its own vibe and set of rides and attractions. 

The first zone is Main Street USA, which is very similar to the one in Anaheim, California. It encompasses the entrance all the way up to the Castle of Magical Dreams (which was Sleeping Beauty’s Castle before it was renovated for the park’s 15th anniversary in 2020). Fans know that the castle is the centrepiece of a Disneyland park! Here you can take drawing lessons at Animation Academy and go souvenir shopping at the Emporium.

The next themed zone is Fantasyland, the more magical and whimsical section of the park. It brings classic storybooks and Disney films to life through carnival rides and attractions. At Fantasyland, you’re likely to meet Cinderella, Winnie the Pooh, and other faves!

Tomorrowland is a staple at Disneyland parks worldwide, so of course, it’s present in Hong Kong. It's a future-inspired zone that Star Wars and Marvel fans will love! Adventureland is the park's most extensive section and is reminiscent of the world's jungles with Disney's touch. Check out Tarzan’s treehouse and join in on celebrations a la Lion King!

Toy Story Land may be the smallest zone of the park, but it matches the theme to a T. Thanks to its rides and character sightings, it makes you feel like a toy in Andy’s room. Meet Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang! Grizzly Gulch takes inspiration from the Wild West, like Westernland in Japan and Frontierland in the USA. Its rides and attractions will make you say, “Yee-haw!”

Mystic Point is the newest zone in Hong Kong Disneyland, where supernatural and mysterious things happen. Here you’ll find the popular Mystic Manor, a haunted house-like attraction with illusions and effects that will leave you in awe!

And what’s Disneyland without a good ol’ parade and firework show?

Character parades are a staple of Disney parks. Disney World Orlando has the Festival of Fantasy, while Hong Kong Disneyland has Flights Of Fantasy. You’ll meet all the characters from all the beloved films in a truly enchanting affair! 

Disney In The Stars Fireworks is a spectacular light and fireworks show at the Castle of Magical Dreams set to the tune of Disney’s music. It’s a great way to end the day at the Happiest Place on Earth!

Each zone is home to rides that embody the theme. Some classics are replicas or similar to popular rides in other Disney parks worldwide. Here are the best rides you should try:

The Iron Man Experience in Tomorrowland is a must-try, as there’s no other version of it in the world! This 3-D motion simulator shows you what it’s like to be in the famous suit to fight the evil forces of HYDRA. Also in Tomorrowland is Hyper Space Mountain, Hong Kong’s take on the popular Space Mountain. This indoor coaster will take you into the Star Wars world in a Galaxy Far, Far Away!

It’s a Small World in Fantasyland is a Disneyland staple worldwide and a must-experience in Hong Kong! It’s an indoor boat ride with musical animatronics representing various world cultures, including Aus!

Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a kid-friendly carousel-type ride in Fantasyland that will let you soar with cute ol’ Dumbo. If you want a taste of Big Thunder Mountain in Hong Kong, hop on Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars in Grizzly Gulch and race through underground mines on this steel roller coaster.

Over at Adventureland, you can go on the Jungle River Cruise and explore the exotic rivers across Asia, Africa, and South America. This is no ordinary boat ride—expect wildlife emerging from the waters and fights between fire and water gods!

Another great one for the whole fam, Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop in Toy Story Land, is a parachute-jump ride based on the scene in the film where the toy soldiers parachute down the stairs to check Andy’s presents. Talk about immersion!

Complete your Hong Kong Disneyland trip with the signature Mickey or Minnie ears and get other trinkets to commemorate your time there. Shop ‘til you drop or get as much as your luggage can fit at these souvenir shops:

The Emporium in Main Street USA is considered one of the best on the premises. You can get almost everything, including a personalised Disney tee. Andy’s Toy Box is a great place for little ones, as you can get some of Andy’s favourite toys, such as Mr and Ms Potato Head, Woody, and more. You can also get them plushie, pin, and mug forms. 

Space Traders is great for getting intergalactic trinkets. Here, you can also get souvenir pics of your ride on Hyper Space Mountain. The Archive Shop is where you can get mysterious Mystic Point merch curated by Lord Henry himself. Over at Wild West is Bear Necessities, a kiosk complete with lucky charms and trinkets to get you through your jungle and mountain adventures. 

Even the restaurants and food at Disneyland are themed and designed for immersive experiences. Here are the food joints to go to when you feel a Rumbly in Your Tumbly:

Royal Banquet Hall is Hong Kong Disneyland’s largest restaurant, which will transport you to medieval Europe with its interiors. While its vibe is more throwback, its food is modern enough for today’s palette, with grilled American fare, beloved Japanese staples, and mouthwatering Chinese cuisine. Speaking of Chinese cuisine, Crystal Lotus is the place to be if you want a resto that focuses on it. The Disney dumplings are a must! Meanwhile, Main Street Corner Cafe is great if you’re craving high tea. 

The easiest, most convenient way to get your Hong Kong Disneyland tickets is by booking on Klook. All you gotta do is purchase your ticket, and you’ll get instant confirmation. Once at the park, you’ll have skip-the-line perks to get straight to the fun without waiting in line at the entrance!

Lucky for Hong Kong Disneyland visitors, you’ll be reaching the park within minutes upon arriving at Hong Kong International Airport! You also have different modes of transportation to choose from, so you can choose which one is best for you.

Many bus companies have trips to Hong Kong Disneyland straight from the airport. The ride will take about 45 minutes. 

MTR 

The Mass Transit Railway (MTR) has a dedicated Disneyland Resort Line. You can board at the Hong Kong International Airport MTR Station, which will take you to the park in 30 minutes.

Riding a taxi straight from the airport can take you to Disneyland in 15 minutes, or even a little less. 

Going to Disneyland by car is the most common mode of transportation for locals, and the park provides plenty of parking spaces. 

Now that you know all the essentials about Hong Kong Disneyland, it’s time to book those park tickets and visit the Happiest Place on Earth!