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Disney's Animal Kingdom reviews

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Posted: February 28, 2011

Disney's Animal Kingdom was the fourth and latest theme park to open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, debuting April 22, 1998. This is Disney's live animal theme park, featuring the popular Kilimanjaro Safaris tour through the park's African animal exhibits.

Disney's Animal Kingdom includes many rides and shows that don't feature actual live animals, as well, including the popular Expedition Everest roller coaster and the Finding Nemo and Festival of the Lion King live musical shows.

Buy your tickets in advance on Disney's website, or as part of a Disney hotel stay. Check Disney's website for park operating hours, too. Note that Disney's Animal Kingdom typically closes the earliest of all the Disney theme parks.

For directions, follow the signs from Interstate 4 for Disney's Animal Kingdom, or get driving directions from our Google Map of America's top theme parks. Scroll down to links for Theme Park Insider readers' reviews of all the attractions and restaurants at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Or search our archives for more news about the park.

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Readers' Tips for Visiting Disney's Animal Kingdom

[1109 + / 146 -] Call 407-WDW-DINE or visit http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/restaurants/ up to 180 days before your visit to make your dining reservations.

[664 + / 132 -] If staying at a Disney-owned resort, take advantage of the Extra Magic hours, where lines are short and crowds are small! It's the best time to visit some of the more popular attractions while feeling like you're the only ones in the park!

[276 + / 82 -] Buy the Disney Dining Plan! It is well worth it! Snacks, and water are even included! Dont feel like using them? You can carry them over to another day!

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Readers' reviews:

Attractions
Africa(Rating)(Height)
Kilimanjaro Safaris9
Pangani Forest Exploration Trail8
Asia(Rating)(Height)
Expedition Everest944
Maharajah Jungle Trek9
Flights of Wonder8
Kali River Rapids738
Avatar Land(Rating)(Height)
Avatar
Camp Minnie-Mickey(Rating)(Height)
Festival of the Lion King9
Dinoland USA(Rating)(Height)
Dinosaur840
Finding Nemo - The Musical8
The Boneyard7
Primeval Whirl648
TriceraTop Spin5
Discovery Island(Rating)(Height)
It's Tough to Be a Bug!8
Discovery Island Trails7
Rafiki's Planet Watch(Rating)(Height)
Conservation Station6
Affection Section6
Wildlife Express Train6
Habitat Habit5

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Dining
Africa(Rating)
Dawa Bar9
Kusafiri Coffee Shop & Bakery9
Tusker House Restaurant8
Tamu Tamu Refreshments
Asia(Rating)
Yak & Yeti8
Dinoland USA(Rating)
Restaurantosaurus5
Discovery Island(Rating)
Flame Tree Barbecue9
Pizzafari8
The Oasis(Rating)
Rainforest Cafe6

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