31 Amazing Hidden Magic Kingdom Secrets YOU MUST KNOW

What you do not know is while we think we may see all that the Magic Kingdom has to offer, there are quite a few Magic Kingdom secrets you should take note of on your next Walt Disney World vacation!

Disney’s Magic Kingdom opened on a glorious day in October of 1971. That charming day has led to the start of millions of magical memories from the old to the young.

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The Magic Kingdom is divided into six lands:

  • Main Street U.S.A.
  • Tomorrowland
  • Fantasyland
  • Frontierland
  • Liberty Square
  • Adventureland

The lands are centered around the hub, which is Cinderella Castle. This is especially important to note when planning and mapping out your trip to discover each hidden gem.

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Town Square Secrets and Facts

1. Main Street U.S.A. Red Carpet

Main Street U.S.A. is bordered by red pavement to give you the Red Carpet Treatment.

2. Fire Station 71

In honor of the year Magic Kingdom was opened, you get the name of Fire Station 71.

Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom Firehouse Firestation

3. Lady and the Tramp in Tony’s Town Square

Tony’s Town Square is named after the restaurant where the main characters from Lady and the Tramp enjoyed their famous meal.

4. Disney History in the Windows

Second story windows have names of fictional businesses with real-life Imagineers, artists, and other significant people in Disney history.

Magic Kingdom Main Street USA

5. A View for Everyone

Store windows on Main Street are lower than normal to allow little ones the ability to see through them.

6. Join the Party Phone Line

Use the wall-mounted phone in the General Store and listen to a hot party line.

Pick up the mystery phone on Main Street USA. One of the best Magic Kingdom secrets.
Pick up the mystery phone on Main Street USA in the Magic Kingdom

7. Listen to Singing Lessons

If you turn on the first street right off of Main Street, you may hear some singing and dancing lessons near the small café area.

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Fantasyland Secrets and Facts

8. Hidden Offices

Fantasyland is actually on the second floor. The first floor is known as Utilidors, which are used to house offices of the Magic Kingdom.

New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle

9. The True Castle Height

Cinderella Castle appears much higher than it really is by using forced perspective.

10. Real Castle Name

The world-famous castle in the Magic Kingdom is actually called Cinderella Castle NOT Cinderella’s Castle.

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11. Bow to a Princess

On the side of the castle is a fountain with Cinderella on it. Take a drink from the water fountain and you’ll automatically be bowing down to a princess.

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12. Wake up Tinker Bell

The first person who walks inside Tinker Bell’s Treasures will be given the opportunity to “awaken Tinker Bell.”

13. Find a Submarine inside Pooh’s Playful Spot

At Pooh’s Playful Spot is a tribute to the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea attraction. Find the picture of a submarine on the inside of the tree’s front door.

Magic Kingdom New Fantasyland Winnie the Pooh Ride Entrance

14. Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride

There’s also a tribute to Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride inside the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh attraction. When you enter Owl’s house, look back and find the picture on the wall showing Mr. Toad handing the deed to his house to Owl.

New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Winnie the Pooh Ride with owl

15. Peter Pan’s Flight

On Peter Pan’s Flight find the building blocks by Wendy’s bed that spell out P Pan and D Disney. Making this a Magic Kingdom must do!

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Liberty Square Secrets and Facts

16. Ship Lost at Sea in Columbia Harbour House

Each section of the Columbia Harbour House is dedicated to a ghost ship or a ship lost at sea.

Rainy day in Liberty Square Shops At Magic Kingdom Orlando Florida Columbia Harbour House

17. Columbia Harbour House Sea Captain Artifact

The Haunted Mansion sea captain spear can be seen as one of the artifacts in Columbia Harbour House in the area where you order food. This same sea captain can be seen in the portrait after you exit the stretch room of the Haunted Mansion.

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18. No restrooms in Liberty Square

There are no restrooms in Liberty Square (besides ones required in restaurants) to mimic the time period.

19. Madame Leota’s Final Resting Place

Pay close attention to Madame Leota’s tombstone. Her eyes may magically open for you.

Disney Memento Mori Shop at the Magic Kingdom with a painting of Madame Leota. Magic Kingdom secrets.

20. Gargoyles in the Haunted Mansion

As you leave the stretching room of the Haunted Mansion, listen for gargoyles talking. They are making sure you “stay together.”

21. Haunted Mansion Pipe Organ

There’s a replica of the pipe organ from the film 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea in the ballroom scene of the Haunted Mansion.

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Disney’s Haunted Mansion Pipe Organ

22. Tony the Tiger in the Haunted Mansion

One of the singing statues in the Haunted Mansion was the voice of Tony the Tiger from Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes!

Frontierland Secrets and Facts

23. Hidden Paint Brush

Find the paintbrush laying around in Tom Sawyer’s Island. When you find it, turn the paintbrush into an Island Cast Member for a special surprise.

Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom with raft on water and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in the background. Disney Secrets.
Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

24. Listen to Disneyland’s Opening Day Speech

Near the telegraph office, you will hear Morse code of Walt Disney’s opening day speech at Disneyland in California.

25. A False Splash on Splash Mountain

The splash on Splash Mountain is not cause by the log-flume, but by a water-cannon hidden in the landscaping.

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26. Wild Party on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

While on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, look towards the window on the second-floor of the saloon to see the “wildest party in the Wilderness” in progress.

Adventureland Secrets and Facts

27. Listen out for Pirates

On Pirates of the Caribbean, as you board your vessel look for a tunnel on your right and listen closely for pirates digging.

Pirates of Caribbean at Magic Kingdom Entrance

28. Illusion of a Straw Hut

While waiting for the Jungle Cruise, look for the small hut. Believe it or not, the “straw” on the roof is actually metal.

Tomorrowland Secrets and Facts

Tomorrowland with white Space Mountain attraction. Magic Kingdom Secrets
Tomorrowland Space Mountain

29. Listen to Your Space Friends

There’s a special phone booth in Tomorrowland where you can pick up the receiver and listen to something interesting. The booth is located near the Lunching Pad quick-service counter (under the Tomorrowland Transit Authority and Astro Orbiter).

30. Tomorrowland Transit Authority Previous Name

The TTA (Tomorrowland Transit Authority) was once known as WEDway Peoplemover after Walter Elias Disney.

Tomorrowland People Mover. Magic Kingdom secrets.

31. Listen out for Mr. Tom Morrow

Towards the end of your TTA experience listen for the paging of Mr. Tom Morrow.

Get it??? Mr. Tomorrow!

What to Know Before You Go

Before when end this hidden Magic Kingdom secrets guide, let’s go over some of the most common questions I’m asked.

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How much does the Magic Kingdom cost?

A one-day REGULAR season Magic Kingdom ticket starts at $118* (prices do fluctuate based on the season).

What are the best things to do at the Magic Kingdom for adults?

What day of the week is best to go to the Magic Kingdom?

Tuesday is the best day of the week to have your solo Disney day. If Tuesday doesn’t work, Wednesday and Thursday are good as well.

What Should I Use My FastPass on at the Magic Kingdom?

  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
  • Peter Pan’s Flight
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
  • Space Mountain
  • Splash Mountain
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What rides at Disney World have single rider line?

The Magic Kingdom currently does not have any single rider attractions. While planning out your day, you’ll want to have your FastPasses booked as mentioned earlier in this guide and arrive early to the park.

Disney World Single Rider Attractions
  • Test Track – Epcot
  • Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster – Hollywood Studios
  • Expedition Everest – Animal Kingdom
  • Smugglers Run – Hollywood Studios

Final Thoughts on Your Magic Kingdom Secrets

As you can see, the Magic Kingdom theme park has so many hidden gems ready for you to discover if you know where to look. On your next solo Disney trip, make it a fun game to discover each little secret.

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31 Magic Kingdom secrets with Cinderella Castle in the background.
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Until next time, Happy Park Hopping Hipsters!

NikkyJ

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(Original Article Date: June 12, 2019/Updated July 6, 2021)

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