Discover Cinderella Castle
Our tips:
- Walk through the archway
- Best photos
- Dining in the castle
Cinderella Castle
Cinderella Castle is the castle at the heart of Magic Kingdom and the symbol of the park. It is based on the castle from the Disney film Cinderella. Standing 58 metres (189 feet) tall, it is the gateway to Fantasyland.
The concept
The designers studied famous European palaces and castles, such as Fontainebleau, Versailles and the châteaux of the Loire. The drawings from the film also served as a model. The result is a castle with tall spires and elegant turrets, surrounded by a moat with gardens and Cinderella's wishing well.
The Experience
You walk through the castle via the archway into Fantasyland. Look up and to the sides as you go: large glass mosaics tell how Cinderella went from orphan to princess. High up in the castle is Cinderella's Royal Table, where you can dine. In the evening the castle is the backdrop for the fireworks with projections.
Discover Cinderella Castle
Walk through the archway
Handmade glass mosaics telling the story of Cinderella line the passageway. Take a moment to stop and look.
Best photos
You'll get the best photos of the castle from Main Street, U.S.A. and from the lawns around the moat.
Dining in the castle
Inside the castle is the restaurant Cinderella's Royal Table. Book a table well in advance.
Visitor information
You can simply walk into and through the castle; there is no queue and no height requirement. Children under 7 must be accompanied by someone aged 14 or over. You need a reservation for Cinderella's Royal Table. Around the shows and fireworks, the plaza in front of the castle gets very busy.
The heart of the park
Cinderella Castle is the centrepiece of every day at Magic Kingdom. Arrive early for a crowd-free photo and stay in the evening to see the castle fully lit up.
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