There are many character dining experiences available at Walt Disney World, and of course, some of the most popular ones are the meals with the Disney Princesses.
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| Ariel at Akershus |
Do you have a princess who wants to dine with her Disney peers? There are three Disney Princess character meals available at Walt Disney World. Each has its own style, so read more to find out about each one!
Cinderella's Royal Table
The most well-known of the Disney Princess dining experiences, Cinderella's Royal Table is located on the second floor of Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom. The main appeal of this experience is of course the magic of dining
in the castle!
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| Cinderella's Royal Greeting |
It is absolutely necessary to make reservations for Cinderella's Royal Table as early as possible. Advanced dining reservations are accepted up to 180 days in advance, and this highly-sought-after experience fills up quickly. This is the most popular character dining experience at Walt Disney World! The earlier you can make reservations, the better your chances of choosing the date and time you prefer.
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| Aurora at Cinderella's Royal Table |
All three meals are available at Cinderella's Royal Table. Breakfast times start at 8:05 a.m., so it is even possible to have a breakfast reservation before park opening! Likewise, dinner is served until 10:00 p.m., so on nights the park closes early, you may be in the park after closing. This is an advantage because it offers prime opportunities for pictures on Main Street without the usual crowds, as well as allowing you to be well into the park before the main groups of people enter.
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| Bella at Cinderella's Royal Table |
When arriving at Cinderella's Royal Table, guests are first allowed the opportunity to meet with Cinderella. A picture is taken by a Disney photographer, and the price of the meal includes the photo package, delivered to your table before the end of the meal. The package arrives in a special Cinderella photo holder, and includes one 8x10 and two 4x6 copies of the picture with Cinderella, plus one 8x10 picture of Cinderella Castle. A group of up to 4 guests receives one photo package, while a group of 5-8 receives 2 photo packages, and a group of 9-12 receives 3 photo packages! In addition, children receive a special gift, usually a wand or sword.
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| Cinderella's Royal Greeting |
The meals at Cinderella's Royal Table are all-you-care to enjoy, but vary slightly in choices. Breakfast includes pre-plated plates of American breakfast food. Lunch consists of a pre-selected appetizer, with choices from the menu for the entree and dessert. Dinner allows for choices of appetizer, entree, and dessert.
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| Jasmine at Cinderella's Royal Table |
Of course, next to dining in the castle, meeting the Disney Princesses is the highlight of the meal! Cinderella does not come to tables during the meal, as she is busy greeting guests downstairs. Her friends come to each table for autographs and/or pictures. Princess characters are subject to change, and may include: Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Jasmine, and/or Snow White. There are usually 4-5 princesses in addition to Cinderella.
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| Snow White at Cinderella's Royal Table |
Prices at Cinderella's Royal Table range from $35-$75, depending on the meal and ages of the guests. The price includes the photo package, meal, tax,
and gratuity. Payment in full is required at the time of booking. When dining on the dining plan, this meal requires 2 table service credits, due to its popularity.
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
If preferences or circumstances prevent dining in Cinderella Castle, the Disney Princess dining experience at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is another wonderful option. Located in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot, Akershus also provides a royal experience for visiting guests.
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| Belle's Royal Greeting |
Although this experience is not as popular as dining in Cinderella Castle, advanced dining reservations are still highly recommended in order to be able to dine on the date and at the time you prefer. Advanced dining reservations are available up to 180 days in advance.
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| Snow White at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall |
All three meals are available at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall. Breakfast
times start at 8:00 a.m., so it is even possible to have a breakfast
reservation before park opening! This is an advantage because it offers prime opportunities for
pictures without the usual crowds, as well as allowing
you to be well into the park before the main groups of people enter. We were able to walk on to Test Track at park opening, since Akershus is closer to the attraction than the entrance is!
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| Mulan at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall |
When arriving at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, guests are first allowed the
opportunity to meet with Belle in her yellow ball gown. A picture is taken by a Disney
photographer, and the price of the meal includes the photo package,
delivered to your table before the end of the meal. The package arrives
in a special photo holder, and includes one 8x10 and two 4x6
copies of the picture with Belle. A group of up to 4 guests receives one photo package,
while a group of 5-8 receives 2 photo packages, and a group of 9-12
receives 3 photo packages!
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| Belle's Royal Greeting |
The meals at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall vary depending on the meal. Breakfast includes American breakfast food served family-style. Lunch and dinner begin with a Norwegian cold buffet,
with choices from the menu for the entree, and a dessert plate to share.
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| Cinderella at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall |
Meeting the Disney Princesses
is always the highlight of the meal! Belle does not come to tables during
the meal, as she is busy greeting guests. Her friends come to
each table for autographs and/or pictures. Princess characters are
subject to change, and may include: Ariel, Aurora, Cinderella, Snow White,
and/or Mary Poppins. There are usually 4-5 princesses in addition to Belle. There is also a "Princess Parade" for younger guests to follow their princesses in a parade around the dining area.
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| Aurora at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall |
Prices at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall range from $25-$60, depending on the
meal and ages of the guests. The price includes the photo package, meal,
and tax, but not gratuity. When dining on the dining plan, this meal requires 1
table service credit.
Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner
Another Disney Princess dining experience is Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner at 1900 Park Fare at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. This experience includes Cinderella and her entourage, and the character interaction is top-notch!
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| Fairy Godmother at 1900 Park Fare |
Advanced dining reservations are always recommended in order to be
able to dine on the date and at the time you prefer. Advanced dining
reservations are available up to 180 days in advance. However, this meal is generally available even on short notice.
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| Anastasia at 1900 Park Fare |
As the name would suggest, this experience is offered at dinner only. An advantage to this location is that it does not require park admission, since it is located at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. It is also a short monorail ride from the Magic Kingdom, if you do go in to the park on the day of this experience. The meal at 1900 Park Fare is a buffet dinner, including dessert. Many guests have commented on the strawberry soup served here!
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| Little Princess at the Grand Floridian |
When arriving at 1900 Park Fare, guests are first allowed the
opportunity to meet have a photo taken in front of a fairytale backdrop. Characters are usually not included in this photo. Photos are then brought to your table and you have the choice to purchase them. This photo is included as part of the special Photopass + package, which allows you to prepay for dining and attraction photos, as well as a photo CD.
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| Drizella at 1900 Park Fare |
Characters appearing at this meal are all connected to Cinderella. Characters may include: Cinderella, Prince Charming, Fairy Godmother, Anastasia, Drizella, and Lady Tremaine. Many guests have commented on the fun interaction with the characters, including shenanigans from the stepsisters.
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| Drizella at 1900 Park Fare |
Prices at Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner range from $20-$45, depending on ages of the guests. The price includes the meal and tax, but not gratuity. When dining on the dining plan, this meal requires 1
table service credit.
Overview
There is a Disney Princess dining experience to fit many preferences. Which is the right one for you and your royal family?
