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Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Go through the underwater world of Ariel on Under the Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid! Located in Magic Kingdom, this is one ride you won’t want to miss if you are a fan of Ariel.

On this ride, you will ride in a clam shell type vehicle (think The Seas with Nemo & Friends) as you go through a musical journey through the story of the Little Mermaid.

Inside Mermaid Ride Queue

Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Queue Details

Even before the ride begins, you are taken into Ariel’s world. Disney has done a wonderful job of making the story come to life as you wind through the queue.

There are cute crabs that are hiding between the whosits and whatsits! You may see them move about the cave as you walk through the queue.

You will also notice wall murals painted on the ceilings that share details of the story.

Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Once the ride actually begins,  you will find that you are taken on a journey through Ariel’s life from her dream of being human to finally marrying Prince Eric.

Little ones will enjoy the colorful surroundings and lively music.

Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Adults can spend time looking at all the incredible details that the Disney Imagineers came up with to make Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride entertaining.

Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Do You Need a Fastpass for Under The Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid?

While the ride is available for a Fastpass, we have never used one for this ride. The queue is shaded and seems to move swiftly so I would not waste one of your coveted Magic Kingdom Fastpasses on it!

Little Mermaid Meet & Greet Location

Little Mermaid Meet & Greet

Upon exiting the ride, you will find Ariel’s Grotto Meet and Greet conveniently located to the left of the exit. You can expect there to be a line, because everyone exiting the ride has the same idea~ to meet Ariel.

Looking for other places to see Ariel? Check out the places to see Ariel in Disney World.

Have you had a chance to ride The Journey of the Little Mermaid? What was your favorite part?

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