All 18 Shanghai Disneyland Rides, Ranked

Shanghai Disneyland has some of the most ambitious rides Disney has built. Pirates of the Caribbean completely reimagines the familiar boat ride, TRON introduced the Lightcycle coaster years before its Florida counterpart opened, and Zootopia: Hot Pursuit gives the park another attraction you cannot ride anywhere else.

There are currently 18 ride-style attractions at Shanghai Disneyland, including two roller coasters. My top three from the rides I personally experienced are Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure, TRON Lightcycle Power Run, and Roaring Rapids. Zootopia: Hot Pursuit opened after my original visit, so I have included it in the complete list without pretending it was part of my firsthand ranking.

If you are still working out tickets, transportation, and the park layout, start with my broader Shanghai Disneyland guide. This page stays focused on the rides and which ones deserve your limited park time.

Shanghai Disneyland Rides I Would Prioritize First

I would not simply work around the park in a circle. A few attractions are much more distinctive than the rest, and those are the ones I would build the day around.

1. Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure

This was the best ride of my visit. It uses enormous screens, physical sets, projection effects, and ride vehicles that can rotate and move in unexpected directions. It does not feel like an updated version of the Pirates rides in California or Florida. It feels like an entirely new attraction built around the same world.

The ride is exciting without being especially intense, which makes it a good priority for mixed-age groups. Even if you usually skip Disney boat rides, do not skip this one.

2. TRON Lightcycle Power Run

The launch, motorcycle-style seating, music, and glowing canopy make TRON one of the park’s most memorable rides. It is no longer exclusive to Shanghai because a second version opened at Walt Disney World, but Shanghai is where the attraction originated.

I especially liked riding after dark, when the outdoor canopy becomes part of the experience. My full TRON Lightcycle Power Run guide explains the ride system and what makes the seating different from a standard coaster.

3. Roaring Rapids

Roaring Rapids was more intense than I expected. The raft enters a dark cavern, encounters the massive Q’aráq creature, and moves through rough water and drops. You may get soaked, not merely splashed, so think about when you want to ride it and what you are carrying.

4. Soaring Over the Horizon

Soaring is a solid group ride and a welcome indoor break, but it often attracts more demand than I would personally give it. I would ride it early or use Disney Premier Access if the posted wait becomes difficult to fit into the day. If you have already ridden versions of Soarin’ elsewhere, I would put Shanghai’s unique rides ahead of it.

5. Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue

This is one of the better Buzz Lightyear shooting rides. The blasters and targeting feel more responsive than on older versions, and the attraction looks polished. It is not the main reason to visit Shanghai Disneyland, but it is an easy recommendation when the wait is reasonable.

Complete List of All 18 Rides at Shanghai Disneyland

The resort’s official attraction directory places rides, walk-throughs, play areas, and interactive experiences in one broad category. I count 18 attractions that function as rides. The table below separates those from experiences such as the Alice in Wonderland Maze, Challenge Trails, and Space Chat with Stitch.

Land	Ride	Height requirement	My planning tier
Zootopia	Zootopia: Hot Pursuit	81 cm	High priority
Treasure Cove	Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure	81 cm	Must-do
Treasure Cove	Explorer Canoes	Any height	If time allows
Tomorrowland	TRON Lightcycle Power Run	122 cm	Must-do
Tomorrowland	Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue	Any height	Worth riding
Tomorrowland	Jet Packs	112 cm	If the wait is short
Adventure Isle	Soaring Over the Horizon	102 cm	High priority
Adventure Isle	Roaring Rapids	107 cm	High priority
Fantasyland	Seven Dwarfs Mine Train	97 cm	High priority
Fantasyland	Peter Pan’s Flight	81 cm	Worth riding
Fantasyland	The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh	Any height	Worth riding
Fantasyland	Voyage to the Crystal Grotto	Any height	Worth riding
Fantasyland	Hunny Pot Spin	Any height	If time allows
Disney Pixar Toy Story Land	Rex’s Racer	120 cm	Worth riding
Disney Pixar Toy Story Land	Woody’s Roundup	81 cm	If time allows
Disney Pixar Toy Story Land	Slinky Dog Spin	Any height	If time allows
Gardens of Imagination	Dumbo the Flying Elephant	Any height	If time allows
Gardens of Imagination	Fantasia Carousel	Any height	If time allows

Height requirements and availability can change, so confirm them in the official Shanghai Disney Resort app before your visit. Temporary closures may also reduce the number operating on a particular day.

What Has Changed Since My Original Visit

The biggest addition is Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, which opened with the Zootopia land in December 2023. The fast-moving dark ride follows a police chase through Zootopia and currently belongs near the top of a first-time visitor’s priority list.

Zootopia was not open when I made my original trip, so I cannot rank Hot Pursuit from personal experience. I have included it because a current ride list would be incomplete without it. You can see what the land and attraction include in my Shanghai Disneyland Zootopia guide.

Several attractions are easy to overlook when making a ride plan, including Rex’s Racer, Woody’s Roundup, Explorer Canoes, and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Shanghai has both the Pooh dark ride and Hunny Pot Spin. My separate Shanghai Disneyland Winnie the Pooh guide covers the dark ride in more detail.

Rides I Would Save for Later

Jet Packs looks striking above Tomorrowland, but the seating felt awkward to me and the experience did not justify a long wait. Slinky Dog Spin and Hunny Pot Spin are pleasant family rides, but neither would take priority over Shanghai’s exclusive attractions. Fantasia Carousel and Dumbo are easy to skip if you have ridden similar versions at other Disney parks.

That does not make them bad rides. Families with young children may reasonably rank them much higher than I do. My priorities lean toward attractions that feel distinctive to Shanghai or use technology in a way I cannot experience at most other Disney parks.

How I Would Plan the Rides in One Day

Before arriving, check the app for operating hours, height requirements, and any temporary closures. On a busy day, I would choose one high-demand attraction to ride at opening and watch the other major waits rather than crossing the park repeatedly. Pirates, TRON, Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, and Soaring are the rides I would monitor most closely.

Disney Premier Access may save time, but I would decide based on the actual waits that day rather than automatically buying access for every eligible attraction. Crowd levels matter too. My guide to when Shanghai Disneyland is busiest can help you choose a better date before you start planning a ride order.

One full day can cover the main rides with a sensible plan, but two days provide more breathing room for shows, repeat rides, and exploring the park. Read my breakdown of how many days to spend at Shanghai Disneyland if you are deciding how long to book. It is also worth sorting out your Shanghai Disneyland tickets before the day of your visit.

Where I Stayed

I stayed at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel. The convenience and castle views were the strongest reasons to pay more for it. If the onsite price does not work for your budget, compare the nearby hotels within walking distance of Shanghai Disneyland before choosing a base.