Mad Tea Party
Mad Tea Party: A Whirling Wonderland
Mad Tea Party: A Whirling Wonderland Adventure
Whirl into Wonderland on the Mad Tea Party: A dizzying, spinning adventure inspired by Alice in Wonderland's Unbirthday!
Spin into a dizzying delight on the Mad Tea Party, a classic Disneyland attraction inspired by the Mad Hatter's Unbirthday Party in Alice in Wonderland. Guests can control the speed of their teacup as they whirl around a giant platform, creating a uniquely chaotic and fun experience for all ages.
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Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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Monday
8 am-12 am
Tuesday
8 am-12 am
Wednesday
8 am-12 am
Thursday
8 am-12 am
Friday
8 am-12 am
Saturday
8 am-12 am
Sunday
8 am-12 am
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Getting There
Walking
From most Fantasyland attractions, the Mad Tea Party is easily accessible by foot. Simply follow the pathway towards the Matterhorn, and you'll find the Mad Tea Party on the edge of Fantasyland, next to the Alice in Wonderland ride. There is no additional cost to access the ride beyond the standard Disneyland Park admission.
Public Transport
If arriving via public transportation to the Disneyland Resort, take the ART shuttle to the East Shuttle Area located between the theme parks. From there, enter Disneyland Park and proceed to Fantasyland. Follow the pathway towards the Matterhorn, where you'll find the Mad Tea Party. A one-way ART pass costs approximately $6 for adults.
Ride-Sharing Services
If using a ride-sharing service, such as Uber or Lyft, set your destination to the Disneyland Main Entrance. From there, enter Disneyland Park and head towards Fantasyland. Walk towards the Matterhorn, and you'll spot the Mad Tea Party. Ride-sharing costs vary, but a trip from a nearby hotel should cost approximately $10-$20.
Local tips
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Visit early in the morning to avoid long lines, as this popular ride tends to get crowded later in the day.
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If you're prone to motion sickness, consider skipping this ride or taking it easy on the spinning wheel.
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Each teacup can comfortably fit three average-sized adults, or four if some are children.
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The orange diamond cup and the purple cup are rumored to be the fastest spinners.
Discover more about Mad Tea Party
The Mad Tea Party is a spinning teacup ride located in Fantasyland at Disneyland Park. This attraction, which opened with Disneyland on July 17, 1955, brings to life the madcap spirit of the Unbirthday Party scene from Walt Disney’s 1951 animated film, *Alice in Wonderland*.
Guests board one of 18 giant, pastel-colored teacups, each adorned with unique polka dots, stripes, and heart motifs inspired by Mary Blair's artwork for the film. The teacups spin around a central teapot, enhanced with warm lighting and charming details. Riders can control how fast their teacup spins using a wheel in the center, adding to the dizzying fun. The ride platform itself resembles a patchwork quilt, with teacups sitting atop turntables of varying sizes, ensuring each ride is unpredictable.
The Mad Tea Party is a beloved Disneyland tradition, offering a whimsical journey into the heart of Wonderland. Although the ride can cause motion sickness for some, it remains a must-do for many visitors.
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