Hong Kong Disneyland blends Eastern and Western cultures in thrilling rides, enchanting shows, and beloved Disney characters. Here’s my tips for visiting Hong Kong Disneyland and how it compares to other Disney parks.
Tips and Common Questions
How to Navigate the Park?
Use the Hong Kong Disneyland app to view maps, wait times, and make reservations. The park features Adventureland, Fantasyland, Grizzly Gulch, Main Street USA, Mystic Point, Tomorrowland, Toy Story Land, and the new World of Frozen. Enter through Main Street USA and enjoy the view of the Castle of Dreams, dedicated to all Disney heroines and princesses.
Do they Speak English?
Yes, the park is very English-friendly. Most cast members speak English, and all music and shows have English subtitles.
How to Get there?
Traveling to the park from our hotel was easy. We mostly used the metro and buses. For Hong Kong Disneyland, we took the MTR train system, which worked perfectly.
One challenge was buying tickets online. The Hong Kong Disney website translated into English, but payment issues arose. Despite trying different credit cards, clearing cookies and restarting the computer, it would not work. Eventually, we booked through Klook, which offered the same price. After purchasing, I uploaded the ticket information to the app to ensure we had our park day reserved.
What kind of Food is there?
The park offers many noodle dishes and Asian foods, but also American options like pizza and hot dogs. Check menus on the app to plan your meals.
Additionally, if you are looking for sandwiches or pastries, I recommend the Starbucks on Main Street USA. I found Starbucks in Hong Kong to offer many unique food options not found other Starbucks around the world. We tried Tahitian Terrace in Adventureland based on reviews. I had butter chicken with coconut rice, and my husband had spicy Seafood Laksa. While satisfying, it was not exceptional.
Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the popcorn at Hong Kong Disney. The main flavor was caramel, which I dislike, however we did find one stand with butter popcorn. The other disappointment was the lack of special popcorn buckets like those at Tokyo Disney or Disney World.
Can you bring food and drinks into the park?
Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks. I was glad I packed sandwiches from the Bakehouse. They saved time while waiting for a show. The Bakehouse in Hong Kong is fantastic, so don’t miss it.
What to do there?
Don’t miss the performances and shows. Although many rides are repeats from other Disney parks, the shows are unique and memorable. Check the app for showtimes beforehand. We lined up 45 mins early, we were by no means first in line but we still got very good seats.
Can’t Miss Shows:
Festival of the Lion King: I’ve seen this show in Disney World and Disneyland Paris, but Hong Kong’s version had the best singers. Disneyland Paris remains my favorite, but I enjoyed this show immensely.
Mickey and the Wondrous Book: Prioritize this show. It features a creative story and unique performance.
Momentous Nighttime Spectacular: The fireworks show is a Disney tradition. While Disneyland Paris and Disney World have more impressive displays, this show’s water feature was cool and reminded me of the OG World of Color show at California Disneyland.
Top Rides and Attractions: (Ranked Best to Most Skippable)
- Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars: A rollercoaster similar to Big Thunder Mountain but with a backward twist.
- Hyperspace Mountain: Unfortunately, it was closed during our visit, but it’s similar to the Paris version, which we loved.
- Iron Man Experience: An upgraded version of Star Tours with a creative and immersive backstory. This was my favorite version of the attraction.
- Frozen Ever After: A boat ride with physical animatronics, unlike Epcot’s projection mapping.
- Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs: A fun outdoor rollercoaster, though it’s very short.
6. Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! An omnimover shooting ride. My favorite remains Disneyland Paris’s Spider-Man WEB Adventure.
7. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: A cute indoor ride similar to other Disney parks.
8. It’s A Small World: This version features colorful costumes and 38 Disney characters. I thought the costumes and color scheme was different from other versions. Regardless, it’s a classic Disney experience.
9. Jungle River Cruise: This boat ride is less engaging due to limited English commentary.
10. Hong Kong Disneyland Railroad: A relaxing train ride with great views, though it’s forgettable.
What are my Final Impressions?
Hong Kong Disneyland is smaller and easier to navigate than other parks. We visited in February when the weather was pleasant and crowds were light. We never waited more than 30 minutes for a ride. The park’s new rides and technology worked well without delays.
I enjoyed Toy Story Land the most for its creative details. Although I was excited about the World of Frozen Land, it felt small and lacked the depth of Adventureland or Toy Story Land. The Frozen attractions are great but could use more theming and better food options.
So there are my tips for visiting Hong Kong Disneyland. For more Disney park comparisons, check out our other posts: