Disney's Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World

Name: Disney's Animal Kingdom
Address: 2901 Osceola Pkwy, Walt Disney World, 32830-8410, United States
Telephone: (407) 939-1936

#35 among attractions in Walt Disney World

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Disney's Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World

Facts and practical information

Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park is a zoological theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. Owned and operated by The Walt Disney Company through its Parks, Experiences and Products division, it is the largest theme park in the world, covering 580 acres. The park opened on Earth Day, April 22, 1998, and was the fourth theme park built at the resort. The park is dedicated and themed around natural environment and animal conservation, a philosophy once pioneered by Walt Disney himself. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1998 (26 years ago)Season: All yearElevation: 102 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 28°21'38"N, 81°35'28"W

Address

2901 Osceola PkwyWalt Disney World ResortWalt Disney World 32830-8410 United States

Contact

(407) 939-1936

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Day trips

Disney's Animal Kingdom – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Disney's Blizzard Beach, Expedition Everest, Dinosaur, Kali River Rapids.

1.2 miSE
Amusement park
Disney's Blizzard Beach, Lake Buena Vista
31 min walk • Disney's Blizzard Beach is a water theme park located at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, Florida near Orlando. All water areas are heated, with the exception of the melting snow in the ice cave of Cross Country Creek.
~1430 ftSE
Iconic mountain-themed coaster at Disney
Expedition Everest, Walt Disney World
7 min walk • Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain is a steel roller coaster built by Vekoma at Disney's Animal Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The ride is themed around the Yeti protecting the Forbidden Mountain next to Mount Everest.
0.4 miSE
Indoor ride with animatronic dinosaurs
Dinosaur, Walt Disney World
12 min walk • Embark on a prehistoric adventure at "Dinosaur," a thrilling ride located in the heart of Disney's Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort, United States. This heart-pounding attraction takes guests back in time to the late Cretaceous Period, offering a chance...
~1010 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Kali River Rapids, Walt Disney World
5 min walk • Kali River Rapids is a river rapids attraction at the Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park of the Walt Disney World resort, in the "Asia" area. It is themed as a rafting expedition along the Chakranadi River, courtesy of "Kali Rapids Expeditions".
~1710 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Finding Nemo - The Musical, Walt Disney World
9 min walk • Finding Nemo – The Musical was a live puppet and musical stage show based on Disney/Pixar's 2003 film Finding Nemo, located at the Theater in the Wild in DinoLand U.S.A at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
~1000 ftS
Educational 3D and 4D insect movie and show
It's Tough to be a Bug!, Walt Disney World
5 min walk • It's Tough to Be a Bug! is a 9-minute-long 3D film based on the 1998 Disney·Pixar film A Bug's Life, using theater lighting, 3-D filming techniques, audio-animatronics and various special effects. Flik, a character from the movie, hosts the show and educates the audience on why bugs should be considered friends.
~1870 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Primeval Whirl, Walt Disney World
10 min walk • Primeval Whirl was a steel Wild Mouse roller coaster at Disney's Animal Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. The ride was a spinning roller coaster purchased from Reverchon Industries.
~660 ftE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Maharajah Jungle Trek, Walt Disney World
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom in Bay Lake, Florida, the Maharajah Jungle Trek invites guests to embark on an enchanting journey through the lush landscapes of Asia. This self-guided walking tour is a must-visit tourist attraction for those...
~1760 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
TriceraTop Spin, Walt Disney World
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Walt Disney World's DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, TriceraTop Spin offers a prehistoric whirl of fun for visitors of all ages. This delightful attraction, reminiscent of a classic carnival spinner ride, invites guests...
~180 ftNE
Amusement ride, Amusement, Railway station
Wildlife Express Train, Walt Disney World
1 min walk • All aboard the Wildlife Express Train for a journey into the heart of the animal kingdom at Walt Disney World, United States. This enchanting amusement ride offers guests a unique opportunity to explore the Harambe Wildlife Reserve and Conservation Station, which are...
~1870 ftS
Amusement ride, Amusement park
Pandora – The World of Avatar, Walt Disney World
10 min walk • Pandora – The World of Avatar is a themed area inspired by James Cameron's Avatar, located within Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Disney's Animal Kingdom?

Nearby attractions include Wildlife Express Train, Walt Disney World (1 min walk), Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, Walt Disney World (3 min walk), Maharajah Jungle Trek, Walt Disney World (4 min walk), Flights of Wonder, Walt Disney World (4 min walk).

How to get to Disney's Animal Kingdom by public transport?

The nearest stations to Disney's Animal Kingdom:

Train

Harambe Station (2 min walk)
Conservation Station (6 min walk)

Bus

Disney's Animal Kingdom Bus Station (13 min walk)