Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment Guide with Ratings 2026

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Opened in 2016, Shanghai Disneyland (SHDL) has quickly risen through the theme park ranks since its opening. It’s currently the 5th most visited theme park in the world. The park is slowly becoming popular with guests from around the world due to its groundbreaking attractions, stellar entertainment, and unique experiences you can’t find anywhere else. But with there being so many Shanghai Disneyland attractions and entertainment options and only a limited amount of time on your trip, how do you know which Shanghai Disneyland attractions and entertainment offerings to prioritize? Well that’s where this guide comes in handy.

If you’re planning a trip to Shanghai Disneyland, one of the first things you have to research is which attractions and entertainment offerings you should do and see. You’ll most probably be visiting the park for 1-2 days, and when you’re there you wouldn’t want to miss the headliners of the park. But how are you supposed to know which attractions and entertainment offerings are headliners and worth your time and which ones aren’t?

Not every ride is going to appeal to everyone. Maybe you don’t like rollercoasters or rides that spin or motion simulators. You need to do your research and figure out which rides and shows will appeal to you. You can’t just walk into a Disney Park and do the first thing you see. You’d be wasting valuable park time that could have been spent doing another ride or show that you would’ve actually liked. So to help you with that, I’ve made this guide.

For this Shanghai Disneyland attractions and entertainment guide, each ride, show, or attraction will receive a grade from A+ to F, followed by a short description of the attraction, touring strategies for that particular attraction, and some information about what kind of guest I think the ride will appeal to. I would say anything with a B and above is worth lining up for, although don’t let that limit you! If it seems like the non-B and above rides will appeal to you, then by all means line up for them!

If you’d like to read how Shanghai Disneyland’s rides stack up to one another, I have a Shanghai Disneyland rides ranking post. That will tell you all you need to know about the rides. However, this post will be broader than my ranking post because it will go into the non-ride attractions and entertainment offerings as well. This post won’t go too in depth on the actual ride or show experience, as I want this to be a guide and not a review of these attractions and shows.

Without further ado, let’s begin!

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Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment Guide

Can’t Miss Attractions

Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure

Rating: A+

The best ride in the park, and probably the most innovative and technologically advanced ride in the park as well, Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure is a boat ride just like the other Pirates rides, but this one is unlike any of the other versions around the world. Based directly on the series of movies, it showcases the most innovative boat ride system in the world, which allows the boats to speed up and change direction. It also features large sets, well-used screens, and high-tech animatronics, all working together to tell an exciting, fun, and high stakes story. It’s the undisputed highlight of the park, and you MUST go on it.

This is a fun, family attraction that does feature a small backwards drop at the end of the ride. I don’t think it’s too intense, but if you don’t like drops it’s something to keep in mind. It doesn’t carry with it any health or safety warnings as stated by the park, but if the small drop could aggravate your condition, you should take all necessary precautions before riding. Other than that though, it’s a smooth ride. The boat does speed up and slow down, but it’s not sudden or jerky. There is a height requirement of 81cm or 32”.

I wouldn’t rope drop this attraction because its queue rarely reaches an hour or longer, unless the park is very busy. I would recommend saving it for around an hour after the park opens after you’ve done 3-4 other rides. You could also do it in the middle of the day if the line isn’t too long, or save it for after sunset. I’ve seen it drop to 15-20 minutes after the sun sets, so you could totally do it then if you don’t want to wait in a long line at the beginning or middle of the day. This is the highlight of the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup, so be sure to make time for it!

Zootopia: Hot Pursuit

Rating: A+

The second best ride in the park, and the ride most people run to at the beginning of the day, Zootopia: Hot Pursuit is a trackless dark ride that takes you into the world of Zootopia. Featuring detailed physical sets, well-integrated screens, and jaw-dropping animatronics, the ride follows Nick and Judy as they try to save Gazelle who has been kidnapped by escaped convict and former Mayor Bellwether. It’s the only Zootopia ride in the entire world, and probably has the best queue of any ride in the park.

This is a mostly gentle ride through the streets of Zootopia. The car movements can be jerky at times, but the ride isn’t listed on the Shanghai Disneyland website as having any kind of health and safety warnings. It’s mostly gentle, although there are portions that rely on screens so if that gives you motion sickness I would take the necessary precautions before riding. The ride has a 81cm or 32” height requirement.

This or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train should be the rides you focus on during rope drop. If you have Early Entry, head here first. It may state on the website that the ride is not available for early entry, but it was every day during my visit. Do note that if you use premier access for this ride, you will miss out on a large portion of the queue, which includes a lot of storytelling elements and theming. If you get to the ride and the line is long, you can come back at night to experience a shorter queue.

Single Rider is available here, and is generally shorter than the standby queue. If you’ve ridden it already in the morning via the regular queue, I highly recommend returning at night and getting in the single rider queue. That way, you will also have the opportunity to see Zootopia land at night, which is a whole different experience in itself.

ILLUMINATE: A Nighttime Celebration

Rating: A

Shanghai Disneyland’s nighttime spectacular, ILLUMINATE is a state-of-the-art projection and fireworks show that also includes fountains, fire, and music. Its story revolves around the light within all of us that pulls us towards our hopes and dreams and our struggle to keep that light lit, despite all of the challenges that may try to extinguish it. Featuring heartfelt renditions of Disney songs, along with stunning projections, ILLUMINATE cements itself as one of the better Disney nighttime spectaculars.

The best way to watch the show, in my opinion, is by getting a Disney Premier Access (DPA) pass for it. A DPA allows you to sit in a reserved section right in front of the castle, meaning you get unobstructed views. I highly recommend doing this so that you don’t have to worry about getting a spot in the Gardens of Imagination.

I was able to watch the show from the back of the Gardens of Imagination as well. I showed up 45 minutes before and got a decent, semi-obstructed view. If you want to be closer to the castle, you’ll need to be there early, as some people will wait up to 2 hours to get a good spot here. This wastes valuable park time, so I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re visiting for more than 1 day.

Do note, however, that DPAs for ILLUMINATE tend to run out quickly, so I’d recommend getting one as soon as possible. If you know you want to watch from that viewing area, get one as soon as you enter the park for your entire party. It’s the most expensive DPA, but trust me, you’ll be glad you bought it once you see how close the viewing area is! Just note that you do feel the fire effects from that area, so if that bothers you, you may want to view the show from a little farther back. This is the best show in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup, so don’t miss it!

Heart of Magic

Rating: A

Debuting as part of the park’s 10th Anniversary Celebration, Heart of Magic is a castle stage show that revolves around Mickey and the gang as they try to restore the heart of magic. Along the way, they’ll encounter 9 different Disney stories, including the first appearances of Hercules and Miguel from Coco in Shanghai Disneyland. It’s a fun, heartwarming show with catchy music, gorgeous set pieces, and talented performers.

I would watch this show from any of the viewing sections located behind the secondary stage. Some of the performances happen on this stage, so if you stay in front of the secondary stage, you’re going to miss some of the show. I would also recommend staking out a spot around 20-30 minutes before showtime. Just note that some people will still be taking pictures in front of the castle at this point, so take up space once they leave. You will also not be allowed to have an open umbrella for the duration of the show. This is the jewel in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment crown, and I highly recommend seeing it!

Tron Lightcycle Power Run

Rating: A

The most thrilling attraction in the entire Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup, Tron Lightcycle Power Run is a launch motorbike coaster that takes you straight into the world of Tron. In the ride, you are team blue and will have to race against other teams to collect 8 energy gates to be able to escape the world of Tron and return back to the real world. Featuring speeds of up to 60 mph (97 km/h), indoor and outdoor sections, and one of the best launches in a Disney ride, this coaster is pure fun and pure thrills.

This is an intense rollercoaster, so only ride if you are well enough to do so. It carries with it all health and safety warnings, so take precautions or reconsider riding if you have a pre-existing condition. You need to be 122cm or 48” to ride this Shanghai Disneyland ride. You must also be able to fit into the seat of the lightcycle to be able to ride this ride. This attraction features a launch and sudden drops and rises. If any of those make you uncomfortable, reconsider riding this attraction.

I would make this the attraction you head to after going on Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and/or Zootopia: Hot Pursuit. It doesn’t usually get a long line during Early Entry, so heading here once you’ve done both or either of the two aforementioned rides first would be best to maximize your time. When riding, you will be told to place large items in a cart that will be wheeled to the unload zone for you to pick up after riding, and you will also be told to put your smaller items in a compartment on the ride vehicle. I would also recommend riding it at night when the canopy is lit up with different colors.

Roaring Rapids

Rating: A

Earning itself an A rating, Roaring Rapids is a river rapids ride found in Adventure Isle. In the ride, you’re tasked by the League of Adventurers to head into the Roaring Mountain to investigate the mysterious roaring sounds (hence the name) emitting from the mountain’s core. You ascend the mountain in your raft but, unexpectedly, a tree blocks your path, sending you down uncharted territory until you’re face to face with Q’araq, a fearsome beast. This is Disney’s most recently built attraction not based on any existing IP, choosing to tell an original story. It’s fun, exciting, and full of surprises, including one of the best animatronics ever made by Disney. It’s a must-ride attraction.

This ride carries with it all health and safety warnings. It features two drops and can be quite bumpy. The ride also spins, so if that’s something that makes you uncomfortable then definitely reconsider riding. Also, it goes without saying, you can get significantly wet on this ride if you don’t wear a poncho, so ponchos are recommended if you don’t want your clothes to get wet. It has a 107cm or 42.2” height requirement.

I wouldn’t rope drop this ride, as its line doesn’t usually get long until about 90 minutes to 2 hours after park opening. You could save this ride for the hottest part of the day, but take note that everyone will be saving it for then as well. There are usually people selling ponchos in the queue in case you need one and didn’t bring one.

Peter Pan’s Flight

Rating: A

Among all the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment offerings, this is the one that improves the most from its clones around the world. If you don’t know what Peter Pan’s Flight is, it’s essentially a dark ride where you get on a pirate ship and sail over the different show scenes. Your vehicle will “fly” over various locations from the Peter Pan movie. The ride takes you from the darling nursery to the streets of London and finally, to Neverland. This is the best version of Peter Pan’s Flight anywhere in the world, with added scenes and a memorable ending.

This is a gentle and smooth dark ride. It’s not jerky at all and shouldn’t aggravate any pre-existing conditions. There is a part where the ship dips down a little bit and speeds up a little bit as well so just keep that in mind if that’s something that might make you uncomfortable, but the whole ride really is so gentle that you should be fine. Mysteriously enough, there is a height requirement for this ride at 81cm or 32”

This shouldn’t be a ride you rope drop. I would save it for about 3-4 hours after the park opens as its line rarely gets above a 50 minute wait. It’s also a great one to do in the middle of the day as it is air conditioned. You could also do it at the end of the night when its wait time will probably be less than 20 minutes.

Challenge Trails at Camp Discovery

Rating: A

The Challenge Trails are a series of ropes courses that go around the Roaring Mountain. Probably the most unique walkthrough in any Disney Park, as well as the most unique offering in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup, there are three trails to choose from: the Hidden Falls Chamber, Echo Cavern, and the House of the Ancients. The experience will have you walking on various hanging obstacles and through narrow passageways. It’s a heart-pumping experience that is tons of fun.

You must be at least 106cm or 32” to walk through the challenge trails. You must also be in closed-toe shoes with a secure heel strap. You must be less than 136kg or 300lbs to experience this attraction. Some body types may not be accommodated on this attraction. All bags and loose articles like wallets and cellphones must be left in the lockers or with a non-participant.

The attraction has health and safety warnings attached to it, but there are always three options for the ropes courses, including one option that completely bypasses the ropes courses entirely. If you have a fear of heights or want to experience the attraction but cannot do the ropes courses for any reason, you could do these series of pathways instead.

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

Rating: A

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a swinging roller coaster themed to Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. By swinging coaster, I mean the mine cars you ride on swing left and right as you ride the attraction, adding another thrill element to the ride. It’s also a hybrid coaster-dark ride as halfway through the ride you enter the Seven Dwarfs’ mine and see them in animatronic form in a really cute scene. Providing both thrills and an immersive dark ride experience, this is one of the more unique rides in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup.

As mentioned, this ride is a rollercoaster, and as such carries with it all the health and safety warnings. If you have a condition that may be aggravated by a rollercoaster, reconsider riding this attraction. There is a height requirement of 97cm or 38.2” for this ride. That being said, this ride is less intense than Tron Lightcycle Power Run, so if you want to ride a rollercoaster but don’t want it to be too thrilling, this is the coaster for you.

You must do this at rope drop or at park close if you really want to do it. That or buy a DPA for it. The line for this ride balloons shortly after opening. It is, along with Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, one of the two rides you should start your day with. I arrived on one morning during my trip, saw it was a 60 minute wait, decided to wait it out, and it only took 40 minutes to get to the front of the line. You could get lucky like me, but that’s not always a guarantee. You could use the single rider line, which I also did, but you’d have to get in line within the first hour the park is open (single rider is not open for early entry).

Mickey’s Storybook Express

Rating: A-

Shanghai Disneyland’s first daytime parade, which has been refreshed as part of the 10th anniversary celebration with a new Zootopia float, Mickey’s Storybook Express is a train-themed parade where each float is a different “car” of a longer train. Mickey and Friends are seen on the first float, followed by floats themed to Toy Story, Tangled, Zootopia, Frozen, and Mulan, with the final float being a caboose. It’s a fun, albeit short, parade that you should still definitely see.

There are usually two showings of the parade each day. I would see the second showing of the parade as the first one tends to draw in more people. Make sure you’re on the parade route 30 minutes before the parade start time in order to get a good spot. I would recommend watching from near Toy Story Land or Tomorrowland so that the parade passes by you first, meaning you get to go and head to your next attraction before the parade has even arrived in other areas, giving you a head start.

Soaring Over the Horizon

Rating: A-

This version of Soarin’ is similar and different from the original Soarin in many ways. The theming of the ride is very different, with the queue and show building being themed to a temple for the god Q’otar, the Condor god of the Arbori tribe, who call Adventure Isle home. A shaman who can transform into a condor leads the pre-show and tells us that we will be able to fly with the help of the condor god. The ride is the same as the Around the World versions found in California Adventure and EPCOT, with the ride ending in downtown Shanghai instead of at a Disney Park. It’s an amazing ride, albeit too similar to other Soarin’s for me to give it a higher rating.

This ride is basically a more relaxed version of a motion simulator. It will have you very high up in the air and facing a screen, so if you have a fear of heights or have motion sickness, I’d reconsider riding this attraction. There is a height requirement of 102cm or 40.2” to ride this ride. There are wind effects and scents on this ride. This ride does dip and move a little bit but on the whole it is a very relaxed ride that shouldn’t aggravate any pre-existing conditions.

This is a good ride to do after you’ve done Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and/or Zootopia: Hot Pursuit. Its line can get notoriously long during the day, so riding it early is crucial. It can also be saved for the end of the day when crowds around the park, and subsequently lines, dip. Remember that, if this is your first time on Soaring, request to sit in the front of the middle section. This row has the best views of the ride.

Mickey’s Storybook Adventure

Rating: B+

Featuring the same story and some similar segments as Mickey and the Wondrous Book in Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL), Mickey’s Storybook Adventure is a good stage show with eye-catching sets, energetic performances, and captivating music. In the show, Goofy and Mickey have to return Olaf to his right story in the Wondrous Book before he melts. Along the way, they’ll pass by other Disney stories including Jungle Book, Mulan, Tangled, Moana, Zootopia, Princess and the Frog, and finally, Frozen. It’s a good show, but I think the version in Hong Kong Disneyland is better. Nevertheless, it’s still a must-see when you’re at the park and is the best stage show in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment lineup.

I would recommend lining up 30-40 minutes before showtime to ensure you get a good seat. This theater has a balcony and an orchestra section, and I’d recommend getting seats in the orchestra section. The songs of the show are mostly in English except for the Mulan portion and the Zootopia portion. Unlike in HKDL, there are no English translations for the Mandarin dialogue.

Once Upon a Time Adventure

Rating: B+

This walkthrough attraction has you traversing the inside of the Enchanted Storybook Castle. At the top of the castle, the main part of the walkthrough, themed to Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, can be found. Featuring lovingly recreated scenes from the movie, set to many of the famous songs from the movie, the walkthrough also features many special effects and ends in an outdoor courtyard located in the castle. I highly recommend checking this out.

This is good to do in the middle of the day as there is rarely a line for it and it is indoors, allowing for a respite from the heat or cold of the day. You may remain in a wheelchair for this attraction, even if there are stairs involved, as there is an elevator present in the attraction for you to use. For everyone else, you’re going to have to walk up and down some stairs.

Voyage to the Crystal Grotto

Rating: B+

A Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment offering that is unique to the park, this ride is basically like if you meshed together Jungle Cruise and the Storybookland Canal Boats at Disneyland. You board a boat and pass by unique water fountains themed to various Disney stories like Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Fantasia, Tangled, Mulan, and the Little Mermaid. You then end up underneath the Enchanted Storybook Castle as those stories come alive around you via projections. You also encounter the elusive crystal grotto at the end. It’s a cute attraction that, while not a headliner, is worth doing at least once. It’s a personal favorite of mine too.

This is a gentle boat ride through the waterways of Fantasyland. It shouldn’t aggravate any health conditions, and is not jerky or rough in any way. You will have to climb up and down stairs to get to the seating area, and the seating area faces inwards so you will have to twist your body to see some of the scenes. If this might be a problem for you, definitely sit in the middle of the ride vehicle.

I would ride this in the middle of the day. I never saw it with a line over 40 minutes the entire day, making it a great one to save for the height of the day. The only thing is, this is an outdoor ride, so if you were hoping for a respite from the heat of the day, you won’t get that here. I highly recommend riding this at dusk or at night, as it becomes a totally different experience at night.

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

Rating: B+

Similar to the Pooh rides in Orlando and Hong Kong, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh follows the story of Pooh as told in the original Winnie the Pooh film. Along the way you’ll encounter a blustery day, have a bouncing session with Tigger, get lost in a Heffalumps and Woozles fever dream, and sail through a flood in the Hundred Acre Wood, all ending at a party celebrating Pooh. With dazzling special effects, well-constructed scenes, and a plethora of memorable characters, definitely ride this if you haven’t ridden the Orlando or HK versions yet.

This ride doesn’t have any health and safety warnings associated with it. It’s a gentle, fun ride. Do note that the Hunny Pot does “bounce” and sway like a boat at certain parts of the ride, but all of these movements are gentle.

This is also a good ride to do at the middle of the day. You could also do it after the main portion of rope drop in case its line balloons later in the day. I’ve seen this ride get up to an hour wait at the middle of the day, but do note that was during the most crowded of all the days I was at the park. On a normal day it shouldn’t go above 40-50 minutes.

Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue

Rating: B

Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue has essentially the same concept as the other 3 Buzz shooters around the world, but this one carries with it an all-new aesthetic. Based on the video game as seen in the opening scenes of Toy Story 2, Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue has you, as space rangers, helping Buzz Lightyear infiltrate Zurg’s layer on a distant planet. Along the way, you’ll encounter his minions, who you have to shoot at in order to defeat. Featuring an advanced shooting mechanism, this is probably my least favorite of the Buzz rides, if only because it’s short and very static compared to the other Buzz rides.

This ride has no health and safety warnings attached to it. The cars do spin, but you control how much to spin it. So if spinning makes you dizzy, take comfort in the fact that you can control how much or how little to spin the ride vehicle. Other than that though, there’s nothing that should aggravate any conditions.

Do this any time. Among all the Shanghai Disneyland attractions and entertainment options, this is the one that never gets a long queue. On a very busy day, I saw it with a 25-minute wait. That’s the longest I’ve ever seen it. Other than that it was a walk on. I would save it for when it’s hot outside since most of the queue is indoors, as is the ride, making it a good one to save for that.

Alice in Wonderland Maze

Rating: B

Similar to the Alice in Wonderland maze in Paris, except for one tiny detail: it’s based on the Tim Burton movie! In this maze you’ll wander through a forest, enter a cave where the Cheshire cat lives, end up in the Queen of Hearts’ courtyard, and finally get lost in a maze that ends up at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. It’s a fun, interactive maze that is perfect for photos. You could honestly spend quite a bit of time here just soaking up the atmosphere. Plus you get great views of the castle too.

I would do this at any time as it never has a line to get in. Due note though that, aside from the cave, the rest of the experience is outdoors, which can get hot or cold depending on the season you’re visiting. I recommend doing this at dusk so that temperatures aren’t too crazy (or in the middle of the day if you’re coming in winter). It will take you about 20-30 minutes to walk through the whole thing assuming you stop for photos. You could speed walk it in 5-10 minutes though if you wanted to.

Eye of the Storm: Captain Jack’s Stunt Spectacular

Rating: B

Eye of the Storm is a pretty unique show and is the only stunt show in the Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment canon. There are two main performance venues: one that acts as a holding area for guests before the main show, and another which is in the actual theater. It’s a pretty good stunt show, although it pales in comparison to shows in other parks like Waterworld. I think the main problem with it is that there aren’t really that many stunts. Aside from the wind tunnel and Jack Sparrow being lifted off the ground twice, there are no other stunts to speak of. The whole thing was also in Mandarin so I didn’t understand the plot. Not my favorite show ever, but not my least favorite either.

Among all 3 stage shows, this one has the most showings per day. I would recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to showtime. Also, when you’re in the main theater where everyone is seated, try to sit by the aisles. You might get picked to receive something special if you sit in those aisle seats. The best view of the show would be the middle, however.

Jet Packs

Rating: B

The only flat ride to get a grade higher than B-, Jet Packs gets this rating for its unique ride vehicle, rotation speed, and its new and interactive altitude controls. In the ride you’ll sit with your legs dangling off the ride vehicle. You’ll also have two buttons with which you can make your jet pack rise higher. If you let go of the buttons, however, your jet pack will start to fall. It’s a fun and interactive ride and the views you get of Tomorrowland and the surrounding area are unbeatable.

This ride has no health and safety restrictions associated with it, but do note that it spins a lot faster than other spinny rides of a similar nature like Dumbo. I think this was done to make it kind of like a thrill ride. It spins a lot faster than it looks so if you don’t like spinning or get motion sickness with these types of rides, it may be better to skip this one. This ride has a 112cm or 44.1” height requirement.

I would ride it as soon as you’re off Tron Lightcycle Power Run. The line for this ride can balloon to 60 minutes, so to avoid that I would recommend riding it as soon as possible. You can also ride it at night when Tomorrowland is all lit up.

Pixar Adventurous Journey

Rating: B

Pixar Adventurous Journey is a walkthrough attraction located in Tomorrowland. As the name suggests, this Pixar-themed walkthrough has you entering different Pixar worlds. From Inside Out and Turning Red to Monsters Inc and Up, the Imagineers did a great job making this walkthrough not only a huge photo spot but also very interactive. My favorite part has to be the Up section where the walls move to simulate the house being in flight.

Feel free to do this at any time. There’s never a line and when I went in the middle of a crowded day, I felt like I had the whole experience to myself. I would recommend taking your time and taking pictures with all the different statues and themed elements. Don’t forget to peruse the store afterwards as well to stock up on your Pixar merch.

Frozen: A Sing-Along Celebration

Rating: B

This show is exactly as advertised: it’s a Frozen sing-along show. I know there’s also a plot to the show, but I didn’t understand it as it was all in Mandarin. There were some fun moments in the show, especially the In Summer portion where they fling giant beach balls at the crowd, and I like the inclusion of some Frozen 2 songs, but this show on the whole is nothing to write home about. It’s a cute, fun diversion, with talented cast members and, of course, catchy music, but its not a must-see.

Just like the other shows, please arrive 30 minutes before showtime to ensure you get a good seat. This show is at the back of Fantasyland, so allot enough time to get there from wherever you are. Try to sit as near to the stage as possible. The whole show is in Mandarin, including the songs, but if you know Frozen then you should still be able to sing along.

The Rest of the Pack

Rex’s Racer

Rating: B-

This Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment offering is similar to the pirate ship attractions you can find in local amusement parks, but themed to Toy Story. You’ll ride on the RC car from the Toy Story movies as Rex controls the car’s speed going up and down on a half-pipe track. This is actually the most thrilling ride in the park for me, as I find the sensation of being at 90 degrees more extreme than Tron’s launch. Safe to say, this is not for the faint of heart.

This Shanghai Disneyland attraction has all the associated health and safety warnings attached to it. If you have a pre-existing condition, reconsider riding this attraction. Also, I get motion sickness on this ride, so if you suffer from motion sickness like me, I would take medication or use motion sickness patches before riding. This ride has a height requirement of 120cm or 47.3”.

Ride this as early in the morning as possible, as the line can usually balloon to over an hour on most days. Don’t let it be the first ride you rope drop, but if you really want to do it, do it in the first hour the park is officially open to all guests. It’s a really short ride, so in my opinion it isn’t worth more than a 30 minute wait.

Woody’s Roundup

Rating: B-

Similar to Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree, Alien Swirling Saucers, and The Happy Ride with Baymax, this Shanghai Disneyland attraction puts a new spin on this now classic flat ride. You’ll board the cart of a horse from Woody’s Roundup and, when the ride starts, will get whipped left and right on the ride as Toy Story music plays. It’s a lot of fun, if a little generic as it’s a ride system that’s been used countless times before.

This ride has a height requirement of 81cm or 31.9”. There are no health and safety warnings attached to it, but the ride does spin and does forcefully push you to the sides of the ride vehicle. If this makes you uncomfortable, or could aggravate a pre-existing condition of yours, reconsider riding this ride.

You can do this after you’ve done high priority rides earlier in the day. You could save it for the middle of the day, but you’ll be looking at a 40-50 minute wait. If you’re already in the area and it’s early in the morning, I would recommend doing this ride after you’ve done nearby rides in the can’t miss attractions category.

Fantasia Carousel

Rating: B-

The first ride in a Disney Park to be fully themed to Fantasia, the Fantasia carousel can be found in the Gardens of Imagination area of the park. In the ride you can ride on colorful horses, including the baby horses, as seen in the movie Fantasia. It’s a cute, fun ride whose theme makes it probably my favorite carousel in a Disney Park (or tied with the one found in Arabian Coast in Tokyo DisneySea).

This carousel is not associated with any health and safety warnings. Note that people under 120cm or 47.3” may not ride alone and must be supervised by an adult. Make sure kids are secure on the ride. Adults have the option of standing beside their kids to ensure that they are secure on their horse. Small children must wear the safety belt attached to the horse.

You can do this ride at any time. The longest wait I ever saw for it was 30 minutes. It’s also a really good one to do at night when the attraction’s lights are all lit up.

Hunny Pot Spin

Rating: B-

The first tea cup ride in a Disney castle park not to be themed to Alice in Wonderland, Hunny Pot Spin is visually stunning and also a lot of fun. The ride has you spinning in circles in your Hunny Pot as you control the speed at which you spin. The ride is also set to classic Winnie the Pooh tunes, making it a must-ride for any Pooh fan.

While there are no health and safety warnings associated with this ride, the spinning may affect those with motion sickness. I would not recommend spinning the middle wheel if you suffer from motion sickness or don’t like the spinning sensation. You’ll still experience some spinning even without spinning the center wheel, just something to keep in mind.

This ride tends to get long waits in the middle of the day, but is perfectly fine to do in the morning or evening after you’ve done all the other highlights of the park. Best time to ride it is at night when the ride is all lit up.

Explorer Canoes

Rating: C+

The only Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment offering that also functions as an arm workout, Explorer Canoes has you paddling your way around the large bay that Treasure Cove and Adventure Isle encircle. In the ride you’ll be given a paddle and as a group you will be paddling to move the canoe around the bay. This is the only ride in the park powered by the guests’ own willpower. Don’t worry, there will be cast members in front of and behind the boat to assure you get back safely.

You will have to paddle on this ride, so if you can’t or are unable to, reconsider riding this attraction. It is an arm workout for sure, but it does offer stunning views of the surrounding lands. There are life jackets available and one must be worn by anyone under the age of 7 (though if you don’t know how to swim, you may also request for one).

This ride operates for a limited number of hours, so if you want to do it, I would check the schedule at the entrance of the ride. When it is operating, be sure to do it closer to dusk so you aren’t paddling under the blazing sun.

Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Rating: C+

A classic Disney ride, Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a flying spinner ride in the Gardens of Imagination area of the park. With a unique color scheme, and offering some of the most amazing views of the park and the castle, this is a fun albeit simple attraction that is mainly geared towards children.

There are no health and safety warnings associated with this attraction. This spinner is a lot more tame than Jet Packs, spinning at a much slower speed than that ride. However, if spinning makes you uncomfortable, or if you get motion sickness, I would take the necessary precautions before riding this ride.

This ride usually closes a couple of hours before performances of the nightly nighttime spectacular. If you want to ride it, I would suggest riding it in the middle of the day, especially when a parade is going on. Its line will balloon slightly after a parade, so during one of the two parade showtimes would be the best time to do it.

Slinky Dog Spin

Rating: C

Our last Shanghai Disneyland attraction, Slinky Dog Spin is a caterpillar style ride located in Toy Story Land. A clone that can be found in HKDL and Disney Adventure World in Paris, Slinky Dog Spin has you riding over peaks and valleys as Slinky Dog chases his tail. It’s fun and cute, but should definitely be your last priority when deciding which rides to ride.

This ride carries with it no health and safety warnings, although it does go around in a circle multiple times. For those of you who don’t like spinning rides or get motion sickness on spinning rides, I would reconsider riding this attraction.

This is the Toy Story Land ride that barely gets a wait, so you can do it at any time. The longest wait I ever saw for it was 30 minutes, and that was on a busy day. The queue is outdoors so I would recommend saving it for near sunset if you’re going during a warm day.

Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment Guide Conclusion

I hope this Shanghai Disneyland Attractions and Entertainment Guide was able to help you narrow down and figure out which rides you want to do on your trip to Shanghai Disneyland. It really is such a fantastic park and you’ll have a great time. Shanghai Disneyland’s lands are all just so fun and immersive that you’ll get your money’s worth just by walking around.

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