New Images and Details Revealed for The Lion King Ride at Disneyland Paris, Construction Begins Soon

Exciting news for Disney fans! The much-anticipated Lion King ride is set to make its debut at Disneyland Paris, with construction scheduled to kick off in the Fall of 2025. As revealed by the Disney Parks Blog, this groundbreaking addition will be a central feature of the revamped Walt Disney Studios Park, soon to be renamed Disney Adventure World.

This first-of-its-kind land and attraction will immerse guests in the world of the 1994 animated classic, The Lion King. The highlight of the land will be a stunning 120-foot-high Pride Rock, complemented by an array of dining options, shopping experiences, character meet-and-greets, and more. The centerpiece water ride promises to take guests on a thrilling journey through the film's most iconic moments, culminating in a dramatic 52-foot drop that's just two inches taller than the one found on Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

Disney has released a captivating concept image of the ride, showcasing Audio-Animatronics of young Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa enjoying a meal of grubs in a lush jungle environment. This is just one of the many immersive scenes guests will experience on the ride.

While an exact opening date hasn't been announced, the Lion King ride is set to follow the grand opening of World of Frozen in 2026. It will be a key component of Disney Adventure World, which will expand to double the size of the current park.

In addition to the Lion King attraction, Disney Adventure World will feature several other exciting additions, including the previously announced Raiponce Tangled Spin ride with Mandy Moore reprising her role as Rapunzel, and the first-ever attraction themed after Up. This new ride will be a "spinning carousel" offering breathtaking views of the park's scenery.

The new park entrance, World Premiere, is set to open on May 15, 2025, and aims to recreate the glamour of a Hollywood premiere. Adjacent to it, World Premiere Plaza will draw inspiration from Broadway and the West End, featuring theaters hosting shows like TOGETHER: A Pixar Musical Adventure, Mickey and the Magician, and Frozen: A Musical Invitation.

For more Disney magic, don't miss our 30th anniversary retrospective of The Lion King, information on how to get tickets for Destination D23: A Journey Around the World of Disney, and our recently updated list of the top 25 Disney animated movies.