Today marks the 65th anniversary of Sleeping Beauty. This beautiful animated Disney classic continues to delight fans with its beautiful visuals and storytelling today. The story can also be seen and experienced at Disneyland inside of Sleeping Beauty Castle.
“When Disneyland opened in 1955, its centerpiece was a fairytale castle, and as Sleeping Beauty was in production, Walt decided to deem it Sleeping Beauty Castle and guests fell in love with it — regularly requesting to go inside,” Rebecca Cline, director of the Walt Disney Archives shared. “So, in 1957, before the film even opened, the interior of the castle was crafted into a walk-through attraction where guests could experience the story of the film through beautifully crafted dioramas, including murals painted by Earle.”
Here is a look at the Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through that was taken by the Daps Magic team in 2021 after the reopening of the parks. This attraction is a hidden in plain site gem at the Disneyland Resort.
Here is another tour of the Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through, this time with some of the Disney characters who appeared in the movie! This video was taken during a Disneyland After Dark event and was simply magical. It truly is a testament to the magic that Disney characters add to The Happiest Place On Earth! Join Princess Aurora, Prince Phillip, along with the three good fairies Flora, Fauna, and Merriweather, for this magical tour!
Have you ever experienced the Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through? What did you think of it? What is your favorite part? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
