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Is Little Mermaid in Epcot?

Ariel, the Little Mermaid, meets guests and poses with them for photos in her Grotto in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World. Ariel sometimes appears in her human form at the princess meals at both Cinderella's Royal Table in the Magic Kingdom and the Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in Epcot.



No, the primary Little Mermaid attraction, Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid, is located in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom, not Epcot. In early 2026, this ride remains one of the most popular family dark rides in the park, though it did undergo a brief one-day "unplanned maintenance" closure in February 2026. However, you can still find Ariel's presence at Epcot through the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, which in 2026 features the "Disney on Broadway" concert series, often including performers like Sierra Boggess who originated the role on stage. Additionally, Ariel can sometimes be found at the Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in the Norway pavilion for character dining. For 2026 visitors wanting the "full" Mermaid experience with the shell-mobile ride and the "Grotto" meet-and-greet, the Magic Kingdom is the destination you are looking for.

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Ariel, the Little Mermaid, meets guests and poses with them for photos in her Grotto in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World. Ariel sometimes appears in her human form at the princess meals at both Cinderella's Royal Table in the Magic Kingdom and the Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in Epcot.

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