The Norway Pavilion is a themed area of the Epcot theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, United States.
The pavilion features a replica of a traditional Norwegian village, complete with a Stave Church and a replica of a Viking ship.
The pavilion is also home to the popular ride “Frozen Ever After”, which takes guests on a journey through the world of the Disney animated film “Frozen” and features characters such as Anna, Elsa and Olaf.
The pavilion also includes a restaurant that serves traditional Norwegian food and a gift shop that sells items related to Norwegian culture. The pavilion opened in 1988.
Here is your complete guide to each of the attractions and restaurants, past and present, located in the Norway Pavilion in Walt Disney World’s Epcot World Showcase.
Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is EPCOT’s princess character dining restaurant in the Norway pavilion, set inside a medieval-style banquet hall inspired by Scandinavian castle architecture. Located in World Showcase near Frozen Ever After and Royal Sommerhus, the restaurant offers Princess Storybook Dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it one of Walt Disney World’s most … Read more
Frozen Ever After is a popular and enchanting boat ride attraction located in the Norway Pavilion at EPCOT. The attraction opened on June 21, 2016, and quickly became a must-visit experience for guests of all ages. Frozen Ever After is based on the beloved Disney animated film “Frozen” and takes guests on a magical journey … Read more
Kidcot Fun Stops are an enjoyable and educational experience for children at EPCOT. These stops are designed to engage young visitors in a creative and interactive way as they explore the World Showcase. At Kidcot Fun Stops, children can collect special stamps, stickers, or coloring pages from each of the 11 country pavilions in the … Read more
Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure was an interactive scavenger-hunt attraction at EPCOT that turned World Showcase into a live-action secret-agent mission. Officially opening on January 28, 2009, the experience invited guests to join Team Possible and help Kim Possible, Ron Stoppable, and Wade stop Disney Channel supervillains from carrying out schemes hidden throughout the park’s … Read more
Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe is a charming bakery and cafe located in the Norway pavilion at Epcot. This delightful eatery offers guests a taste of traditional Norwegian pastries and treats, providing a cultural and culinary experience within the World Showcase. The bakery’s exterior is designed to resemble a quaint Norwegian cottage, complete with a grass-thatched … Read more
Maelstrom was a beloved boat ride and attraction located in the Norway pavilion at Epcot’s World Showcase. Inspired by the rich history, folklore, and scenic beauty of Norway, this enchanting attraction took guests on a journey through the country’s mythical past and picturesque landscapes. The name “Maelstrom” referred to the powerful and treacherous whirlpool that … Read more
Stave Church Gallery is a small but culturally significant attraction in EPCOT’s Norway pavilion, housed inside one of World Showcase’s most distinctive architectural landmarks. The dark timber building, steeply pitched roofs, layered wooden shingles, carved ornamentation, and dragon-head details were inspired by Norway’s medieval stave churches—wooden structures named for the load-bearing posts, or staves, used … Read more