Pinocchio References in Walt Disney World

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Feb 14

“She brings to those who love

the sweet fulfillment of their secret longing” - When You Wish Upon a Star (Pinocchio)

Updated as of 1/29/25 (Offerings are always subject to change and I will do my best to keep this updated as I notice changes or additions, but as I add more movies to look for it will be harder for me to keep up with! Feel free to send me a message if you see something!)

Magic Kingdom

Pinocchio Village Haus is a quick service restaurant located in Fantasyland. The menu has changed many times since its opening on October 1, 1971(opening day of Walt Disney World!), but as of January 2025, it serves flatbreads and chicken fingers. In each room of the restaurant, you will see artwork on the walls of characters. You can also find a Wish Book where Guests can write in whatever they want to wish upon a star for!

You can also find a gold statue of Pinocchio that was installed for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary near the castle wall not too far from the restaurant.

Random Disney Theme Park Fact: Did you know Disneyland has an entire dark ride dedicated to Pinocchio’s story? It’s called Pinocchio’s Daring Journey and is found in Fantasyland.

Hollywood Studios

You can find a reference to the movie at Walt Disney Presents over by the animation section talking about hand painted cels used to create the old films. You can also see old Pinocchio toys on display.

You can also find numerous references to the movie in Fantasmic! Jiminy has his own part, you can find scenes from the movie in the Bubbles scene, and then usually you can see some familiar faces in the finale boat scene.

You can also see a poster for Pinocchio outside of the merchandise location, Legends of Hollywood, on Sunset Blvd.

Disney Springs

Be sure to stop by Disney’s Pin Traders for a reference to the movie. In one of the entrances, you will find figures of Donald and Daisy getting ready for their Disney trip. Check out their lanyards for some familiar faces!

Resorts

In 1900 Park Fare found at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, you can see artwork of many Disney dreamers on the wall which is the theme of the character meal! In the many portraits above the buffet, you can find one of Gepetto wishing upon a star for Pinocchio to be a real boy.