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- Jillian Wallin
- Sep 6
- 2 min read
🏰 Disneyland vs. Magic Kingdom: Same Lands, Totally Different Vibes!
Ever wondered just how similar—or delightfully different—California’s Disneyland and Florida’s Magic Kingdom really are? Sure, they share some iconic land names, but don’t let that fool you. These parks may look like twins on paper, but once you’re inside, it’s more like distant cousins with wildly different personalities.
🌟 Lands They Share (With a Twist!)
Both parks feature these five classic lands:
Main Street, U.S.A.
Adventureland
Frontierland
Fantasyland
Tomorrowland
But don’t expect a one-to-one match when you pull out the park maps. For example:
Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom? Closest thing in Disneyland is the Refreshment Corner.
Main Street Bakery or Confectionery in Magic Kingdom? Try Jolly Holiday Bakery Café in Disneyland.
Same vibes, different flavors. It’s like spotting your favorite snack in a new wrapper.
🗺️ Attractions That Cross Coasts
Some rides are nearly identical—but their placement and theming might surprise you!
Adventureland
Tiki Room ✅
Treehouse ✅
Jungle Cruise ✅
Frontierland
Big Thunder Mountain ✅
Tom Sawyer Island ✅ (until 2025 in WDW)
Fantasyland
Carrousel ✅
Peter Pan’s Flight ✅
“it’s a small world” ✅
Mad Tea Party ✅
Mad Tea Party (Magic Kingdom) - Photo Credit Jillian: Wallin
Tomorrowland
Speedway ✅
Space Mountain ✅
Astro Orbiter ✅
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters ✅
But wait—where’s Pirates of the Caribbean? And Haunted Mansion?
In Magic Kingdom, Pirates sails through Adventureland.
In Disneyland, it’s tucked into New Orleans Square—which doesn’t even exist in Magic Kingdom!
Disneyland POC -- IYKYK Photo Credit: JillianWallin Haunted Mansion? Liberty Square in WDW, New Orleans Square in Disneyland
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh ✅
In Magic Kingdom, you’ll find Pooh tucked into Fantasyland.
In Disneyland, he’s buzzing around Bayou Country, just past New Orleans Square. Hunny pot vibes, different neighborhood.
And Tiana’s Bayou Adventure?
Magic Kingdom: Frontierland
Disneyland: Bayou Country (which, let’s be honest, could use a little pixie dust and expansion ✨)
🏘️ Land Exclusives & Missed Connections
Here’s where things get spicy:
New Orleans Square: Disneyland exclusive. And I’m totally partial to it.
Liberty Square: Magic Kingdom exclusive.
Mickey’s Toontown: Still alive in Disneyland, but closed in Magic Kingdom back in 2011. RIP, Toontown 💔
Toon Town - Disneyland PhotoCredit JillianWallin Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge:
Magic Kingdom? Nope—it’s in Hollywood Studios.
Disneyland? It’s right there, attached to the main park.
Missed opportunity to boost California Adventure? Maybe. But hey, expansions are coming!
🎢 Final Takeaway
Whether you’re a die-hard Disneylander or a loyal Disney Worlder, don’t assume you’ve “seen it all” just because the land names match. Do your research, plan ahead, and embrace the differences—they’re what make each park magical in its own way
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