10 of the biggest ways Disney parks around the world are different
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Although Disney parks are similar in many ways, the six locations all offer unique experiences.
You'll find unique versions of classic and new rides no matter where you are.
Many of the parks celebrate the local cultures of the area they are in.
The iconic castles differ around the world, too.
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It's a common misconception that all six Disney parks are just carbon copies of each other.
Whether you're visiting Florida's Walt Disney World, California's Disneyland, Tokyo Disney Resort, Disneyland Paris, the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, or the Shanghai Disney Resort, you can expect a unique experience with a special touch of pixie dust.
These are 10 of the biggest ways Disney parks around the world are different from one another.
In each park, local culture is celebrated by way of merchandise, holiday celebrations
Disney Parks from Largest to Smallest
As we walked around the Walt Disney World Property the last few days, I began to think about just how big each park was. Maybe it was because I was laying hardwood flooring the day before we went to the park so my legs were feeling it, but these parks are big. But how big?
Can you list out all the Disney Theme Parks in the world from the largest park down to the smallest park? As you think, be sure to separate out each of the parks.
I’ll give you one hint here and list out the resort area size along with the parks that make it up.
Walt Disney World – 25,000 Acres
Made up of Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom
Disneyland Resort Paris – 4,800 Acres
Made up of Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Paris
Shanghai Disneyland – 963 Acres
Made up of Shanghai Disneyland
Disneyland Resort – 510 Acres
Made up of Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure
Tokyo Disney Resort – 494 Acres
Made up of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySeas
Hong Kong Disneyland – 311 Acres
Made up of Hong Kong Disneyland
That’s a big hint, now
How Many Disney Parks Are There Around the World?
When it comes to magical vacations, few destinations spark as much excitement as Disney Parks. From the fairy-tale castles to thrilling rides and immersive storytelling, Disney Parks have become a dream getaway for millions worldwide. But just how many Disney Parks are there around the globe? If you’re planning your next adventure or just curious about Disney’s global footprint, you’ve landed at the right place.
In this in-depth guide, we’ll explore every Disney Park worldwide, uncover their unique themes, highlight what makes each park special, and share handy tips for planning your Disney vacation. Get ready for a whirlwind tour of pixie dust and enchantment!
A Quick Overview: How Many Disney Parks Exist Globally?
As of 2025, there are 12 Disney theme parks spread across six resort destinations around the world. These parks are divided between North America, Asia, and Europe. Here’s a snapshot:
North America:
Disneyland Resort (California, USA)
Walt Disney World Resort (Florida, USA)
Europe:
Disneyland Paris (France)
Asia:
Tokyo Disney Resort (Japan)
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (Hong Kong SAR,
Disney Parks around the world
Park, Resort: what’s the difference?
Walt Disney originally started with just one park: Disneyland in Annheim, California. It was only a few years later that a resort was developed around the original park.
A resort can include one or more theme parks, as well as hotels, restaurants, shopping areas (such as Disney Village), business services, etc. In short, a resort is a collection of Disney experiences concentrated in a single location for a diverse audience.
At Disney, theme parks are themed. Each has its own story and each park is divided into themed areas or ‘lands’. So there can be several lands in one park, or several theme parks in one resort.
There are 6 resorts with one or more theme parks:
Disneyland Resort in Annaheim – United States (2 parks): Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure Park
Walt Disney World in Orlando – United States (4 parks): Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios
Tokyo Disney Resort – Japan (2 parks): Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea
Disneyland Paris – France (2 parks): Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park
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Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is also known as the “vacation capital of the world” and the “theme park capital of the world.” It’s simple to understand why when you step into the 4 Disney World parks that are part of this dining, entertainment, and shopping Mecca.
In this post, we are going to share facts about the Disney Parks at the Walt Disney World Resort, as well as everything you need to know about this first-class vacation destination.
There is nothing else you will ever trial quite like Walt Disney Planet, and we want to grant you a brief overview of everything you will find there including the theme parks, restaurants, resort hotels, and shopping.
We’ve been coming here for close to 40 years, and we are always discovering new experiences and enjoying our visits here, just like the first time.
In this article we will cover:
The 4 Disney World Theme Parks
Location
Resort Hotels
Restaurants
Disney World History
What’s Coming Next in 2025
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