Disney California Adventure
The Little Mermaid – Ariel's Undersea Adventure
A gentle clamshell ride through the scenes and songs of The Little Mermaid — no height requirement, and no actual water.
Thrill
Low
Average posted wait
19 min
Lightning Lane
Multi Pass
Height
None
Ideal For
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Thrill
Low
Average posted wait
19 min
Lightning Lane
Multi Pass
Height
None
Ideal For
—
Average posted standby wait, per ThemeParks.wiki data, Sept 2025 to Oct 2026.
Mateo's Verdict
Mateo "The Map" Morales · Lead Disney Parks Specialist
Mateo's Verdict
Lead Disney Parks Specialist
The most underrated family ride in DCA, in my book. It won't do anything for thrill seekers, but for a preschooler who knows the songs, the Ursula scene and "Under the Sea" can be the highlight of the day.
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