Here is a recent Disney’s Animal Kingdom map to help you plot your course.
Sometimes, to plan the perfect Walt Disney World vacation, you just need a little wayfinding: Consult the map. Here is a recent Disney’s Animal Kingdom map to help you plot your course. There haven’t been major changes since this one rolled out, and we will update as soon as a map reflects some big differences!
What’s New on the 2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Map
- Zootopia: Better Zoogether! is now open on Discovery Island
- DinoLand U.S.A. will be fully closed in early 2026, transforming into Tropical Americas in 2027
- A new Bluey experience will arrive at Rafiki’s Planet Watch in summer 2026
2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Map
We’ve got each land outlined below, or you can look at the entire map with these large files to zoom in all you like:
- ⬇️ 2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Map – Large Size to view/download
More Walt Disney World park maps:
How to Read the 2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Map
To make planning easier, the 2026 Disney’s Animal Kingdom map includes several visual cues you’ll see throughout the park:
- 🎢 Lightning Lane entrances are marked directly on the map for eligible attractions
- 📏 Height requirements are listed for thrill rides so families can plan ahead
- 🚧 Closed or under-construction areas are clearly labeled and blocked off
- 🎭 Entertainment venues are marked separately from ride attractions
These details help you plan your day more efficiently and avoid surprises once you’re inside the park.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Closed Attractions
This section highlights attractions that are temporarily closed or unavailable and reflected as such on the current EPCOT park map. Closures may be seasonal, refurbishment-related, or tied to future expansion plans.
This list is updated regularly and reflects the most current park map available.
- Muppets Courtyard: Permanently closed; area under construction for a future Monsters, Inc. land
- Disney Jr. Show: Will be replaced by a new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse stage show in the summer of 2026
- Star Wars Launch Bay: Permanently closed, making way for the Magic of Disney Animation
The Oasis
This is the area you’ll see as soon as you enter Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s not just an entry area—there is a lot to see here!
Animal Highlights
- Babirusa
- Spoonbill
- Anteater
Attraction
- 1 – Oasis Exhibit
- Roam tropical garden pathways–home to diverse animal habitats.
Dining
- 2 – Rainforest Cafe
Shopping
- 3 – Garden Gate Gifts
Discovery Island
Animal Highlights
- Otter
- Catfish
- Cotton-top Tamarin
- Lemur
- Tortoise
- Flamingo
- Kangaroo
Attractions
- 4 – Wilderness Explorers
- Become a Wilderness Explorer during your entire day at the park by completing challenges and collecting badges.
- 5 – 🎭 ⚡Zootopia: Better Zoogether!
- Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are on the case for a wild and woolly adventure across Zootopia as animals of all shapes and sizes celebrate their shared connection in this 4D film spectacular.
- 6 – Discovery Island Trails
- Discover many animals all around the base of the Tree of Life.
- 7 – Adventurers Outpost
- Meet Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
Dining
- 8 – Eight Spoon Cafe
- 9 – The Feeding Ground
- 10 – Flame Tree Barbecue
- 11 – Isla of Java
- 12 – Tiffins Restaurant (Table Service)
- 13 – Nomad Lounge
- 14 – Pizzafari
- 15 – Creature Comforts
Shopping
- 16 – Island Mercantile
- 17 – Discovery Trading Company
Pandora—The World of Avatar
Attractions
- 18 – ⚡Na’vi River Journey
- A boat ride through a bioluminescent rainforest in search of the Na’vi Shaman of Songs.
- 19 – ⚡Avatar Flight of Passage
- Fly on the back of a mountain banshee during this 3-D ride.
- 📏 Height Requirement: 44″
Dining
- 20 – Pongu Pongu
- 21 – Satu’li Canteen
Shopping
- 22 – Windtraders
Africa
Animal Highlights
- Elephant
- Lion
- Gorilla
- Giraffe
- Hippopotamus
- Colobus Monkey
- Okapi
- Tarantula
- Goat
Attractions
- 23 – 🎭 ⚡Festival of the Lion King
- A musical celebration of The Lion King (30 minutes)
- 24 – ⚡Kilimanjaro Safaris
- A safari ride through the lush African savanna to search for lions, elephants, giraffes, and more (approx. 22 minutes).
- 25 – Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
- Walk through a tropical forest inhabited by African wildlife – including gorillas, hippos, and unique birds.
- 26 – Rafiki’s Planet Watch
- Conservation Station: Enjoy exhibits where you can encounter animals, watch scientists work in the Science Center, and view our veterinary facilities and more.
- The Animation Experience at Conservation Station: Learn to draw one of Disney’s most beloved characters as you explore how live animals help inspire your animation drawing.
- Affection Section: Meet a variety of unique domesticated animals and interact with our animal care experts at this expansive, outdoor space.
Dining
- 27 – Mahindi
- 28 – Dawa Bar
- 29 – Tusker House Restaurant
- 30 – Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery
- 31 – Tamu Tamu Refreshments
- 32 – Harambe Fruit Market
- 33 – Harambe Market
Shopping
- 34 – Mombasa Marketplace
- 35 – Zuri’s Sweets Shop
Asia
Animal Highlights
- Tiger
- Bat
- Gibbon
- Komodo Dragon
- Lion-tailed Macaque
- Colorful Birds
Attractions
- 36 – 🎭 ⚡ Feathered Friends in Flight
- Experience the colorful world of free-flying birds in this breathtaking show (25 minutes).
- 37 – Maharajah Jungle Trek
- Embark on a self-guided walking tour of Southeast Asia, home to tigers, monkeys, bats, a Komodo dragon, and colorful birds.
- 38 – ⚡Kali River Rapids
- Travel through the turbulent rivers of a jungle landscape on this wet raft ride.
- 📏 Height requirement: 38″
- 39 – ⚡Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain
- Ride a speeding train through the Himalayan mountains while avoiding the Yeti.
- 📏 Height Requirements: 44″
Dining
- 40 – Mr. Kamal’s
- 41 – Warung Outpost
- 42 – Drinkwallah
- 43 – Yak & Yeti Restaurant
- 44 – Yak & Yeti Local Food Cafes
- 45 – Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company
- 46 – Anandapur Ice Cream Truck
- 47 – Trek Snacks
- 48 – Thirsty River Bar
Shopping
- 49 – Mandala Gifts
- 50 – Serka Zong Bazaar
Dinoland U.S.A.
Enjoy DinoLand U.S.A. while you can. DINOSAUR and Restaurantasaurus will both close on February 2, 2026, with the final day of operation being February 1, 2026, to make way for the new Tropical Americas land.
Animal Highlights
- Tyrannosaurus Rex
Attractions
- 51 – 🎭 ⚡ Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!
- Dive into this theatrical retelling of Finding Nemo with memorable musical puppetry (25 minutes).
- 52 – ⚡ DINOSAUR
- A rip-roaring prehistoric tour in the dark to save a dinosaur from extinction
- 📏 Height Restriction: 40″
Dining
- 53 – Restaurantosaurus
- Restaurantosaurus Lounge
Shopping
- 54 – The Dino Institute Shop
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Map
Again, if you’d like to view the map in a large size, here is the big version.
More Walt Disney World park maps:
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