Theme Park Tourist features a wide-range of in-depth features and articles, covering rides, attractions and restaurants at theme parks all over the world. As well as previews and reviews of new rides, look out for "Top 10" lists and tips for saving time and money on your next park visit.

Disney’s Biggest Technological Innovations We’d Love to See Elsewhere

Recently, a viral video on Twitter shocked the world when it showed robot stunt performers pulling off death-defying feats of acrobatic amazement. Perhaps even more shocking to some was the fact that the Walt Disney Company was the technological brainpower behind those stunning innovations. But if you’ve been paying close attention, that revelation likely didn’t shock you at all.

Here's What DVC Members NEED to Know Before Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Opens

How will all the changes at Walt Disney World affect DVC Members? We've asked the experts!

If you can do this Ultimate Disney Parks Challenge, you’re officially the biggest Disney fan on earth

If you’ve been to Walt Disney World or Disneyland so many times, you’ve lost count, it can be tempting to add some spice to your next vacation. For some, that can mean staying at a new resort. For others, that can mean splurging on a fireworks cruise or a backstage tour. But for a select few, the method by which they choose to heighten their next vacation is a challenge. A literal challenge.

The 6 Types of Disney Parks Superfans

If you’re reading these words, you’re probably a superfan — but not all superfans are created equal. There are different types of Disney Parks superfans, all of whom are drawn to these magical worlds for different reasons. Today, we’ll break down all those different types — and hopefully, you’ll find one you can slot into.

How Disney Went from Serving Theme Park Food to Haute Cuisine

From chili at Carnation Café to cocktails at Lamplight Lounge, theme park cuisine has drastically changed from Disneyland’s opening day in 1955.

These Are the 10 Most Immersive Theme Park Lands On Earth... And What May Beat Them Soon...

Here, we've collected a countdown of the 10 most immersive theme park lands we know

Behind the Ride: Mr. Toad's Wild Ride

Did you know that the Happiest Place on Earth contains a portal to Hell? No, this isn’t metaphorical and no, I’m not joking.

5 Disney Rides That Had Disastrous Openings

Here are five Disney attractions that had almost immediate problems.

The Definitive List of the "Best" Disney Parks Around The World

Here is my ranking of the best individual Disney parks in the world.

Inside the Undoing of California Adventure: Is Disney Making Its Biggest Mistake All Over Again?

DECLASSIFIED DISASTER: Disney California Adventure – Part II: Way back in Part I, we explored the conception and design of Disneyland's infamous second gate and what guests saw there that made them not want to return. Today, we'll pick up after the park's grand $1.2 billion redesign to explore the reborn Disney California Adventure... and how just a few years after its re-opening with a brand new Californian story, Disney may be re-making old mistakes...

Radiator Springs Racers: The Road to the Ride that Saved California Adventure

MODERN MARVELS: Radiator Springs Racers: Since 1955, guests have been sitting behind the wheel and hitting the open (er, not-so-open) road at Disneyland. So when Disney's California Adventure needed a boost, California car culture was an obvious theme... but maybe not in the way you expect. Dig into Disney's automotive history, from cars to – well – Cars, as we explore how this larger-than-life E-Ticket at Disneyland Resort set a new standard for the industry.

About Theme Park Tourist

Theme Park Tourist is one of the web’s leading sources of essential information and entertaining articles about theme parks in Orlando and beyond.

We are one of the world’s largest theme park guide sites, hosting detailed guides to more than 80 theme parks around the globe.

Find Out More About Us...

Plan Your Trip

Our theme park guides contain reviews and ratings of rides, restaurants and hotels at more than 80 theme parks worldwide.

You can even print them.

Start Planning Now...