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I. Park Overview
Shanghai Disneyland is located at No. 310 Huangzhao Road, Chuansha New Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. It officially opened on June 16, 2016, as the first Disneyland theme park in mainland China. Covering 1.16 square kilometers, the park features eight themed lands: Mickey Avenue, Gardens of Imagination, Fantasyland, Adventure Isle, Treasure Cove, Tomorrowland, Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land, and Zootopia, the world's first Zootopia-themed land, which opened in December 2023. Since its opening, it has welcomed over 100 million visitors, making it one of the most successful theme parks in the world.
II. Getting There
Metro: Take Metro Line 11 to Disneyland Station. The main entrance is about a 600-meter walk from the exit.
Bus: International Tourism Resort Bus Route 1 (Route 1151) runs between Disneyland Metro Station and the West Bus Hub for ¥1, stopping at the Disneyland Hotel, shopping village, and other locations.
Long-distance bus: Shanghai South Long-Distance Bus Station offers a direct shuttle to Disneyland. The trip takes about 40 minutes, costs ¥10, and drops you off at the Mickey Parking Lot.
Taxi: Taxis can be picked up at the West Bus Hub. Wait times may be longer during peak evening departure hours.
Driving: You can park in the P1 or P6 parking lots. Visitors heading to Bicester Village can use the P2, P3, or P4 lots. Parking is strictly prohibited on Shendi Loop.
III. Highlights
Global debuts with Chinese elements: Gardens of Imagination is the first garden-themed land in any Disneyland worldwide, and the Garden of the Twelve Friends perfectly blends Disney characters with the Chinese zodiac. The castle nighttime spectacular takes place every evening at the Enchanted Storybook Castle, featuring light projections of Chinese patterns and zodiac characters.
Popular attractions: Located in Adventure Isle, Soaring Over the Horizon takes guests soaring above global landmarks and the Great Wall. This attraction is currently being expanded, which will increase its capacity by 50%. TRON Lightcycle Power Run is a motorcycle-style roller coaster unique to Disneyland worldwide, while Zootopia: Hot Pursuit is the flagship attraction of the new land that opened in 2023.
Shows and parades: The "Mickey's Storybook Express" daytime parade follows the longest float parade route of any Disneyland. "Eye of the Storm: Captain Jack's Stunt Spectacular" showcases thrilling pirate battles with cool stunts.
Dining and accommodation: The park features Chinese restaurants like Wandering Moon, serving popular Chinese dishes. The resort includes two themed hotels—the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and the Toy Story Hotel—whose guests can enter the park up to 1 hour early the next day.
Latest expansion news: The park is currently building its ninth themed land—a brand-new Spider-Man area—as well as a fourth themed hotel.
FAQ
- Yes. Infants under 3 years old on the day of visit enter free; children aged 3 (inclusive) to 11 (inclusive) and seniors aged 60 and above can purchase discounted tickets. Guests using discounts must present an original valid ID showing their date of birth and photo upon entry. Visitors under 16 must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or older.
- You may bring your own food, but with strict restrictions. Items that require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or insulation (such as instant noodles and self-heating meals), as well as strong-smelling foods (such as durian), are not allowed. Alcoholic beverages and canned or glass containers are also prohibited. There are many restaurants and snack stands inside the park where you can pay with Alipay or WeChat.
- Yes. Stroller and wheelchair rentals are available at the turnstiles of the main entrance for ¥90/day each, on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests with mobility issues who wish to bring an electric wheelchair must call the Reservation Center at 400-180-0000 to register before 20:00, two days prior to their visit date. A valid disability certificate must be presented upon entry, and the electric wheelchair's speed must not exceed 6 km/h. Please note that regular guests may not rent electric wheelchairs for transportation; the park has strictly enforced this rule since December 10, 2024.
- Yes. The park features a Baby Care Center (nursing room) equipped with tables and chairs, changing rooms, feeding rooms, microwaves, and sinks, all free of charge. For luggage storage, lockers in various sizes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Free WiFi covers the entire park (login name: disneyguest), and ATMs and restrooms are located throughout.
- Popular attractions like Soaring Over the Horizon and TRON Lightcycle Power Run usually have longer wait times. We recommend: 1) Purchasing a Premier Access pass (fast track) for priority access to select attractions; 2) Staying at a Disneyland hotel to enter the park up to 1 hour early; 3) Downloading the official Shanghai Disneyland Resort app to check real-time wait times and adjust your itinerary flexibly. According to guest feedback, typical wait times are around 2 hours for a 5-minute ride, so planning ahead is advised.








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