Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid

Average Wait Times

About Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid

A slow-moving dark ride through scenes from The Little Mermaid, with music, colorful sets, and an easy pace for all ages.

Best Time to Ride Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid

Over the past 90 days, Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid has averaged about 12 minutes in the standby line. Waits are shortest first thing in the morning (8-10 AM), running around 6 minutes, and peak in the afternoon (3-6 PM) at roughly 17 minutes. Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid is also open during Early Entry, so resort guests can knock it out in the first 30 minutes with almost no wait. Otherwise, ride first thing in the morning (8-10 AM) or in the final hour before Magic Kingdom closes.

Lightning Lane Strategy for Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid is a Tier 2 Lightning Lane Multi Pass attraction at Magic Kingdom. Since demand is low, it is usually not worth using one of your earliest selections here. Focus first on harder-to-get rides, then use Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid later as a convenient filler pick if it fits your route through Fantasyland. Most groups are fine riding it standby, especially first thing in the morning when waits are usually shortest.

Good to Know

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid is a gentle dark ride in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom. The experience runs about 6 minutes, takes place indoors, and has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid FAQ