Complete Guide to Shanghai Disneyland: Reviews of All Rides Across 7 Themed Zones

This zone has just one main ride! The ride is a relaxing, fun, “ride-on” adventure where you join Nick and Judy for a mission. The theme of the ride simulates being a member of the Zootopia Police Department, tasked with chasing down a criminal who has kidnapped the famous pop star Gazelle on the night of her concert. You have to find the criminal, rescue Gazelle, and get her to the concert on time!

The inside of the ride is really adorable. It simulates chasing the criminal, and the perspective is set up like a first-person view, making you feel really immersed in the story. There are scenes with animal character figures that are really well done, and the screens that show Zootopia city scenes are stunning—especially when you’re “racing” through the city! It’s like stepping right into the movie.

This ride is very popular with both international visitors and locals, with long lines during peak hours. Waiting time can easily exceed 100+ minutes, so if you want to experience this ride, plan ahead to avoid wasting time in line. I have 3 ways to help you avoid the wait:

Method 1: Purchase Disney Premier Access (DPA) for a faster queue. However, using DPA means you’ll miss out on the fun experience of walking through the police station’s interior, where you can explore Nick and Judy’s office, Chief Bogo’s office, and the holding cells, which are full of fun details. I personally think it’s worth walking through, but if you’re short on time, DPA can be a good choice.

Method 2: Buy an Early Park Entry Pass along with your regular park ticket. This pass allows you to enter the park 90 minutes earlier than the general public. The pass costs about 149 yuan per person, and with it, you can go directly to the ride as early as 8:30 AM.

Method 3: Arrive at the park before 10:30 AM and head straight to the ride. This is what I did when I visited (on 29/10/2024). I entered the park at 10:00 AM with a regular ticket, not the Early Park Entry. I walked from the entrance to the Zootopia area, which took about 15-20 minutes, and then went straight to the ride. I only waited for about 10 minutes, which was pretty quick and efficient.

Additional Ride Restrictions:

• The ride is suitable for all ages, with no age restrictions.
• Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult (16 years or older).
• There is a brief section with darkness.
• There is no big drop, just a small dip (which is almost unnoticeable).
• The ride goes fast, especially towards the end, but it’s not too fast to be scary.

This isn’t a ride, but it’s so cute that I wanted to share it with you! If you’re visiting the Zootopia area, don’t just rush for the rides or focus only on taking photos. I recommend paying attention to the windows of the Zootopia Park Apartments. Sometimes, you might be lucky enough to see characters from the movie pop their heads out to greet guests or shout greetings to each other through the apartment windows. It’s really adorable!

However, the downside is that these characters don’t appear on a set schedule, so it’s a bit of a lucky surprise when it happens.

During certain seasons or events, this area may also host activities. But be aware that the shows or interactions may be canceled if the weather is bad on the day.

This is one of the most popular attractions inspired by a Disney movie of the same name, and it’s special because you won’t find this attraction in any other Disney park—it’s exclusive to Shanghai Disneyland!

The ride has a roller-skating type of theme, but instead of sitting like a traditional roller coaster, you ride a specially designed vehicle that feels like you’re riding a motorcycle. Although it may seem scary, the safety is very secure, so you can rest assured about your safety. When the ride takes off, it’s really fast—zooming out at high speed. The car takes sharp turns and then enters a dark dome similar to Space Mountain, but with faster, sharper turns inside. There are no big drops, just small ones, so it’s suitable for people who are afraid of high drops.

You can reserve a spot for this ride using either the Standby Pass or Disney Premier Access.

Here are the conditions for the ride:

• Height restriction: Must be at least 122 cm.
• Pregnant guests or those who may be pregnant should avoid this ride.
• Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by an adult aged 16 or older.
• This ride is high-speed, so it’s not recommended for those who are afraid of fast-moving rides.
• Guests with high blood pressure, heart conditions, or other medical conditions that might worsen during the ride should refrain from riding.
• Motion sickness or dizziness may also make this ride uncomfortable, as there are many sharp turns.
• There are small drops inside the tunnel, but no large drops.
• No phones, selfie sticks, or bags are allowed during the ride. If you have a bag or these items, you’ll need to store them in a locker or designated area. Before the ride, staff will provide bins for your belongings, and you can collect them afterward.

This ride is incredibly popular, so if you plan to ride it and don’t want to buy a DPA , it’s best to get there early and head straight for it.

You can also buy Disney Premier Access (DPA) through the Shanghai Disney Resort app for a fast pass to skip the regular queue.

Here’s the English translation for the description of TRON Realm, Chevrolet Digital Challenge:

This is not an attraction ride, but more of an exhibition area where you can walk in and explore. Inside, there are simulators that you can interact with by pressing buttons and playing games. It’s great for kids, but adults can also go in if they wish, though it’s not a must-do. If you’re short on time, you can skip it.

• Nothing scary.
• No age restrictions.

Here’s the English translation for the Jet Pack Ride description:

This attraction is similar to the Dumbo the Flying Elephant ride, but it’s not just for young children like Dumbo because it has a height restriction. The ride theme simulates wearing a jetpack and flying through the air. It’s a fun and relaxing ride to enjoy.

• Height restriction: 112 cm and above.
• Pregnant women or those who might be pregnant should avoid this ride.
• Guests with conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or any other medical issues that may worsen during the ride should not participate.
• No phones, selfie sticks, or bags are allowed during the ride. If you have a bag or personal items, you must store them in a locker or designated area.

This is a ride similar to Monsters, Inc. Ride & Go Seek! at Tokyo Disneyland. For those who haven’t been to that attraction, it’s a ride with a Buzz Lightyear theme. You’ll sit on a vehicle that moves slowly along the path, and each vehicle has two laser guns that you can use to shoot at various targets inside the ride to collect points. When you shoot, cute effects will appear, making it a fun and enjoyable ride.

• No height or age restrictions.
• There’s a small section where you go through some darkness.
• Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by a guardian aged 16 or older.
• This ride is eligible for Disney Premier Access (DPA) for skipping the regular queue via the Shanghai Disney Resort app.