Every Disneyland Park You Can Visit Worldwide

Think all Disney parks are the same? Not really. Sure, they all have castles, Mickey Mouse, and that iconic Disney sparkle — but each park has its own story, personality, and even culture. From the original park Walt Disney walked through himself to the futuristic thrills of Shanghai, every Disneyland across the globe brings something unique to the table.

Let’s take a magical journey through all the Disneyland parks in the order they were built — including the one set to open soon in Abu Dhabi. If visiting every Disney park is on your bucket list, here’s your perfect cheat sheet.

Also read: Disneyland Abu Dhabi Set to Open on Yas Island

1. Disneyland Resort (California, USA) – Opened in 1955

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This is where it all began. Disneyland in Anaheim, California, was the first-ever Disney park, and it’s the only one built under Walt Disney’s direct supervision. Opened in 1955, it introduced the world to Sleeping Beauty Castle and changed theme parks forever. It’s smaller than the others, but it packs in major nostalgia. Classic attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean, It’s a Small World, and the original Haunted Mansion still enchant visitors today. Add in modern wonders like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and you’ve got a perfect mix of old-school charm and cutting-edge fun. Tickets start at around ₱6,075.

2. Walt Disney World Resort (Florida, USA) – Opened in 1971

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Launched in 1971, Walt Disney World in Florida is less a theme park and more an entire Disney empire. It has four massive parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Each offers its own universe of attractions. Magic Kingdom is the heart of it all, with Cinderella Castle and rides like Space Mountain. EPCOT brings future-forward adventures and world cultures. Hollywood Studios lets you step into movies like Star Wars and Toy Story, while Animal Kingdom blends real animals with fantasy worlds like Pandora from Avatar. With ticket prices starting at ₱4,603, you’ll want to spend several days here to see it all.

3. Tokyo Disney Resort (Japan) – Opened in 1983

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Japan became the first country outside the US to get a Disney park when Tokyo Disneyland opened in 1983. It’s since grown into a two-park resort with the 2001 debut of Tokyo DisneySea, which many fans consider the best Disney park in the world. Tokyo Disneyland offers familiar favourites like Big Thunder Mountain and Splash Mountain, while Tokyo DisneySea takes you on sea-themed adventures through ports like Mysterious Island and Mediterranean Harbor. With Japan’s signature attention to detail, the entire resort feels cleaner, more organised, and more immersive than anywhere else. Tickets start at around ₱3,231.

4. Disneyland Paris (France) – Opened in 1992

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Disneyland Paris opened in 1992 and brings that signature Disney magic to the heart of Europe. The Sleeping Beauty Castle here has a more fairytale-like, gothic design that fits perfectly with the romantic French landscape. The resort has two parks: Disneyland Park, with its classic Disney feel, and Walt Disney Studios Park, with attractions like the Ratatouille ride and Tower of Terror. There’s a charming mix of European aesthetics and Disney storytelling here, making it unlike any other. Ticket prices start at around ₱4,007.

5. Hong Kong Disneyland – Opened in 2005

Hong Kong Disneyland opened in 2005 and remains one of the most accessible parks for Filipinos. It may be the smallest Disney park, but it’s constantly evolving. It recently unveiled the world’s first World of Frozen, where you can walk through Arendelle and explore rides like Frozen Ever After. You’ll also find exclusive attractions like Mystic Manor, a high-tech take on the haunted house genre, and Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars, a wild coaster with some unexpected twists. Surrounded by mountains and sea, it offers gorgeous views with a more relaxed Disney pace. Tickets start at around ₱4,929.

6. Shanghai Disney Resort (China) – Opened in 2016

The most futuristic park yet, Shanghai Disney Resort opened in 2016 and is designed with next-generation storytelling in mind. The park reimagines many classic Disney attractions with immersive technology. TRON Lightcycle Power Run is one of the fastest, most thrilling rides Disney has ever created. Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure is a cinematic experience that goes beyond any version of the ride elsewhere. The Enchanted Storybook Castle here is the largest Disney castle in the world, representing all the princesses in one grand structure. With tickets starting at around ₱3,697, Shanghai is a must for tech-loving Disney fans.

Also read: Disneyland Abu Dhabi Set to Open on Yas Island

7. Disneyland Abu Dhabi (UAE) – Coming Soon

Disneyland Abu Dhabi is the newest addition to the Disney family and is expected to open soon, marking Disney’s first entry into the Middle East. While full details haven’t been revealed yet, the park is rumoured to blend Disney magic with Arabian design and culture. With Abu Dhabi’s track record of jaw-dropping architecture and luxurious attractions, this new Disney resort could offer a whole new kind of experience — one that mixes future-forward rides, immersive storytelling, and a unique cultural twist. It’s definitely one to watch.

So, which park is calling your name? If you’re after history and nostalgia, California’s Disneyland is where the dream began. If you want scale and variety, Florida’s Walt Disney World is unbeatable. Tokyo DisneySea? That one’s for the adventurers. And if you’re dreaming of something completely new, Abu Dhabi might just be your next magical destination.

Every park is different — from the design of the castles to the kinds of food they serve — and that’s what makes chasing Disney magic around the world so exciting. Whichever park you pick, you’re guaranteed a storybook adventure like no other.