| Ariel's Grotto |
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| Former location |
| Magic Kingdom |
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Fantasyland |
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The Little Mermaid |
| Opening date |
1996 |
| Closing date |
April 12, 2010 |
| Reopening date |
Late 2012 |
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Ariel's Grotto is a meet-and-greet area at several Disney parks based on The Little Mermaid, as well as a restaurant in Disney California Adventure Park.
[edit] Disneyland
Formerly a colorful grotto in which Ariel, in mermaid form, was available for autographs and photo opportunities. The meet-and-greet area was decorated with starfish, coral, and waterfalls. King Triton's Fountain leading to the grotto featured a soft-surface "sandy beach" play zone dotted with jumping fountains. In August 2008, the area at was closed. It has now been re-themed to Pixie Hollow, a Disney Fairies meet-and-greet attraction amid oversised 'plants' which gives guests the sense of being much smaller.
[edit] Magic Kingdom
In April 2010, the Ariel's Grotto attraction at Magic Kingdom was closed. Soon Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid attraction will feature a similar meet-and-greet.
[edit] Disney California Adventure Park
Restaurant which offers Character Dining, an opportunity for guests to dine as Ariel and other Disney princesses visit tables. World of Color water show upcharge dining package reservations can be made as an alternate to required fastpass general viewing.
[edit] Tokyo DisneySea
Ariel's Greeting Grotto is a character meet-and-greet attraction.
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