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GUIDE TO WALT DISNEY WORLD

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Useful Tips Magic Kingdom........................................................................2 Epcot .......................................................................................3 Disney's Hollywood Studios.....................................................4 Disney’s Animal Kingdom........................................................5 About Disney’s FASTPASS......................................................6 Major Attractions & Shows Magic Kingdom.........................................................................8 Epcot ......................................................................................17 Disney's Hollywood Studios....................................................21 Disney’s Animal Kingdom.......................................................25 Dining Magic Kingdom.......................................................................29 Epcot .....................................................................................31 Disney's Hollywood Studios...................................................35 Disney’s Animal Kingdom.......................................................37 Meet and Greets / Entertainment Magic Kingdom.......................................................................39 Epcot .....................................................................................42 Disney's Hollywood Studios...................................................45 Disney’s Animal Kingdom.......................................................46 Other Disney World Areas Water Parks............................................................................47 Downtown Disney / Marketplace.............................................49 Miniature Golf .........................................................................52 Recommended Daily Itineraries All Parks .................................................................................53


Magic Kingdom USEFUL TIPS 1. Begin your day by picking up a FASTPASS for your favorite attraction, especially if it is known to be extremely busy. 2. If there happens to be more than one performance of the evening parade, the latter one tends to draw a smaller crowd. 3. Wear comfortable footwear. You will be spending a lot of time on your feet. 4. Avoid the mealtime rush hours by eating early or late: before 11:00AM or after 2:00PM; and before 5:00PM or after 8:00PM. 5. If you’ve rented a stroller, make sure to return it before the night’s fireworks festivities. This way, you can bypass the long lines at the stroller station and be on your way home. 6. During peak hours in midday, try experiencing these not-so-busy attractions while the lines die down: Liberty Bell Riverboat, Hall of Presidents, Tomorrowland Transit Authority, Enchanted Tiki Room: Under New Management, Swiss Family Treehouse, Tom Sawyer’s Island, Country Bear Jamboree, Carousel of Progress, and Walt Disney World Railroad. 7. If you are planning to have a full-service meal with your family, reserve advance priority seating arrangements by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463). 8. If you plan to attend on a very hot Florida day, make sure to dress toddlers in waterproof diapers. This way, they’ll be free to play in the water play areas in the park. 9. If you want to meet the characters, get to Mickey’s Toontown Faire right when it opens at 10:00am. Head to the Toontown County Bounty and there will be lines for meeting multiple characters. 10. A great place to watch the fireworks in the Magic Kingdom is from the dining terrace at the Plaza Pavilion. You get to sit in an un-crowded area with the added benefit of having Tinkerbell coming right at you!


Epcot USEFUL TIPS 1. On your way into the park, pick up a free guide map and a times guide. Consult the entertainment schedule first. 2. If you’ve purchased a park hopper, Epcot is an ideal park to hop around to. It is usually open very late. 3. Be sure to check the Tip Board in Innovations Plaza frequently for wait times at the most popular attractions. 4. During peak hours, try experiencing these not-so-busy attractions while the lines die down: Spaceship Earth, Living with the Land, Journey into Imagination, Universe of Energy, O Canada, Impressions De France, Reflections of China, and The American Adventure. 5. Epcot is home to a number of interactive fountains and water-inclusive areas for the kids. Be sure to pack swimsuits for the little ones as they will be sure to enjoy a cool-off session following a long day. 6. Classic Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Chip and Dale host all meals served at the Garden Grill restaurant in The Land pavilion in Future World. Be sure to pay this revolving restaurant a visit as the characters roam frequently to greet and interact with you. 7. It’s much easier to visit the characters at Epcot than at the Magic Kingdom since most people go to the Magic Kingdom first and have already gotten their pictures and autographs. The most characters are found at Character Connection in Future World between Innovations and Club Cool and at The American Adventure. At both locations you can often meet more than four Characters at once! 8. The Friendship water taxi is not likely to transport you across World Showcase lagoon any faster than a brisk walk. You can save some time and get in some exercise at the same time. 9. For Illuminations viewing, make sure you have a clear view of the large black barges in the center of the World Showcase lagoon. Try to find a spot where trees don’t block your view of the sky as well.


Disney's Hollywood Studios USEFUL TIPS 1. Find a spot along Hollywood Boulevard about 20 to 30 minutes before the Stars and Motor Cars parade. 2. Be sure to see Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Voyage of The Little Mermaid early in the day, before the crowds build up. 3. Check the Tip Board often to get an idea of exact show times and wait times. 4. The line for The Great Movie Ride is usually at its peak at midday and immediately following the adjacent afternoon parade. 5. During peak hours in midday, try experiencing these not-so-busy attractions while the lines die down: One Man’s Dream, Sounds Dangerous and MuppetVision 4D. 6. For park hoppers, there is a water taxi that links the Disney's Hollywood Studios to Epcot. The boat docks to the left as you exit the Disney's Hollywood Studios. 7. If you choose to skip Fantasmic, keep an eye on your watch and plan to exit the park before the show ends (twenty minutes after its start time). This way you will avoid the crowds in the parking lots. 8. Guests on the left side of the tram may get wet at Catastrophe Canyon on the Backlot Tours, while those on the right stay dry. 9. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster’s ride vehicles have no place to store loose articles. If there are items that you are nervous about taking on the roller coaster with you, leave them with a non-rider or rent a locker at the entrance of the park. 10. You need to arrive at least 45 minutes before Fantasmic starts to get a good view, but there is Priority Seating offered if you eat at one of the full-service restaurants. Ask the guest relations host by the Tip Board for more details. 11. On the Backlot Studios Tour, if you don't want to get wet, sit on the right when you load the trams. 12. If you’d like to visit attractions that your child is too short for, ask a Cast Member about “baby swap.” One adult can watch the kid while the other adult rides, then the second adult goes to the front of the line. This way you don’t have to wait twice for the same attraction.


Disney’s Animal Kingdom USEFUL TIPS 1. Rainforest Café usually stays open longer than the park does. You can easily plan a meal after you exit the park. 2. Check the Tip Board often for show times and wait times. 3. If you are planning to park hop, you may want to start your day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom since the park closes earlier than the others. 4. If you enjoy roller coaster attractions, make sure to get a FASTPASS for Expedition Everest early in the day. 5. The lines are shortest for Kilimanjaro Safaris during the afternoon parade. 6. Be sure to pack plenty of water and refreshments. Most of Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s attractions take place outdoors and some people may overheat very quickly. 7. Everyone and everything will get wet on Kali River Rapids. Make sure that anything that needs to stay dry is stored in a locker or with a non-riding member of your party. 8. On Kali River Rapids, make sure your feet are above the silver ring near the bottom of the raft; otherwise water will go over your feet past your ankles. For those who want a drier trip, wear a rain poncho to minimize what gets wet 9. Though young children may have loved the film A Bug’s Life, the attraction version “It’s Tough to be a Bug!” contains intense special effects and may prove to be too scary for some. 10. Plan on arriving at least 30 minutes early for Finding Nemo the Musical.


About Disney’s FASTPASS Disney recently began a new ride reservation system called FASTPASS. This system allows guests to experience the most popular attractions at Walt Disney World with shorter waits. The way the system is works is quite simple. 1. The guest arrives at the entrance of the attraction. Near the entrance is a large sign labeled FASTPASS distribution. There also is a one hour window displayed (i.e. 12:00p – 1:00p). This is the time that is currently available for FASTPASS and the time the guest would need to return. The guest can return anytime during that one hour window. 2. The guest inserts his ticket into the FASTPASS machine. The FASTPASS machine spits out his ticket and also spits out a FASTPASS with the one hour window printed on it. The ticket also has the time you can obtain your next FASTPASS on it. 3. Sometime later, the guest returns to the attraction and heads for the FASTPASS return line. There a Cast Member will check the ticket and let the guest in providing the current time is within the FASTPASS’s one hour window. The system is simple; however there are a few rules and tips you should know about FASTPASS. FASTPASS is included in your theme park admission ticket. There is no extra charge for FASTPASS and there is no upgrade for a better FASTPASS. Every person in your party needs a FASTPASS ticket. One member of your party can collect the tickets and obtain FASTPASSes for everyone. This can be helpful if you want to get FASTPASSes for an attraction that is on the other side of the park. The party might enjoy an attraction or grab some food while one member can run over and get the FASTPASSes for the group. You are limited in the amount of FASTPASSes you can obtain at one time. The rule is that you are allowed a FASTPASS every two hours, or you’re allowed to get a new FASTPASS once the current FASTPASS time comes up, which ever time is first. If this seems confusing than just keep in mind that the time you can obtain your next FASTPASS is always printed on your FASTPASS ticket. You are not allowed in early for any reason into the FASTPASS return line. Do not worry about arriving right at the beginning of your one hour window, this leads to wasted time. You may see a line for the FASTPASS return entrance. Make sure to ask whether or not the guests are waiting for their FASTPASS time. Some people arrive early and wait to enter the FASTPASS return line. This is not advisable as it just wastes time that could be spent enjoying other attractions. Make sure to verify that your FASTPASS is valid. Valid FASTPASSes always have a one hour window (i.e. 12:05p – 1:05p). Invalid FASTPASS always have THIS FASTPASS IS NOT VALID in bold writing. If you receive an invalid FASTPASS from the machine ask a Cast Member for assistance. Guests carrying invalid FASTPASSes are denied entrance into the FASTPASS Return line. Some FASTPASSes are more valuable than others. For example, Soarin’ at Epcot nearly always has a line over an hour long. It’s Tough to Be a Bug at Animal Kingdom, rarely gets a line over twenty minutes. So obviously, Soarin’ FASTPASSes are better since they are skipping over a much longer line. Here’s a list of the FASTPASS attractions for each theme park in order of priority with the usual wait times:


Magic Kingdom 1. Peter Pan’s Flight (if you have younger children) – Average line 90 minutes 2. Many Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh (if you have younger children) – Average line 90 minutes 3. Splash Mountain – Average line 90 minutes 4. Space Mountain – Average line 70 minutes 5. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – Average line 60 minutes 6. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin – Average line 35 minutes 7. Jungle Cruise – Average line 30 minutes 8. Stitch’s Great Escape – Average line 25 minutes 9. Mickey’s Philharmagic – Average line 20 minutes Epcot 1. Soarin’ - Average line 90 minutes 2. Test Track – Average line 70 minutes 3. Mission: Space – Average line 45 minutes 4. Maelstrom – Average line 30 minutes 5. Living with the Land – Average line 25 minutes 6. Honey, I Shrunk the Audience – Average line 15 minutes Disney's Hollywood Studios 1. Rock ‘n Roller Coaster – Average line 70 minutes 2. Twilight Zone Tower of Terror – Average line 60 minutes 3. Voyage of the Little Mermaid – Average line 30 minutes 4. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular – Average line 30 minutes 5. Star Tours – Average line 30 minutes Disney’s Animal Kingdom 1. Expedition Everest – Average line 60 minutes 2. Kilimanjaro Safaris – Average line 60 minutes 3. Kali River Rapids – Average line 45 minutes 4. Primeval Whirl – Average line 45 minutes 5. Dinosaur – Average line 35 minutes 6. It’s Tough to Be a Bug – Average line 15 minutes


Magic Kingdom ATTRACTIONS Adventureland Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse There hasn't been a treehouse this amazing since the movie "Swiss Family Robinson." Come see where the winding branches take you in this one-of-a-kind tree. Category: Walk-Through Attraction Age Suitability: All ages, but keep in mind there are over 120 steps. When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: There is no wheelchair access due to the large amount of stairs. Magic Carpets of Aladdin Take a flight of fancy aboard your very own magic carpet. Inspired by the Disney animated classic, "Aladdin," this whimsical spin above Adventureland is filled with ups and downs as you control both the pitch and height of the flight. Category: Slow Spinning Ride Age Suitability: Most popular with toddlers and preschoolers When to Visit: Lines are longest between 12:00p and 2:30p Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Jungle Cruise Travel on the rivers of four different continents. See exotic animals, lush vegetation and ancient ruins as your skipper leads you deep into the jungle. Your skipper's sure to amuse you with humorous tales of danger, so be prepared for surprises along the way. Category: Slow Moving Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages, some young children are scared by a dark tunnel and a loud gunshot. When to Visit: Lines are longest between 1:00p and 4:30p Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management Join Iago and Zazu on their latest adventure as managers of The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management. Category: Theater attraction Age Suitability: All ages, some young children are scared by a dark tunnel and a loud gunshot. When to Visit: Lines are longest between 1:00p and 4:30p Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Pirates of the Caribbean Yo ho, yo ho! A pirate's life for me! Take a wild voyage through secret caverns and fierce sea battles as you join up with the rowdiest crew that ever sacked the Spanish Main. You may even see Captain Jack Sparrow hiding out from his arch nemesis Captain Barbossa. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages, dark scenes and a small drop at the beginning scare some young kids. When to Visit: Lines are longest between 1:00p and 4:30p Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations.


Frontierland Splash Mountain Hop a hollowed-out log and follow Brer Rabbit into his laughin' place. Inside you'll discover a world full of animals that will start you singing "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" -- until you are sent screaming into the Briar Patch on a five-story drop. Category: Thrilling Water Ride Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: Most children who are not too intimidated to ride after looking at the drop enjoy the attraction. When to Visit: This is a very popular ride and attracts crowds all day long. Visit the first or last hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. This attraction is transfer accessible and adult supervision is required. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Zip in and out of a deserted gold mine on a runaway train. It's a high-speed curvy roller coaster ride through steep mountain passes, into caves, under falling boulders, and on to Tumbleweed, a flooded mining town. Ride it again and again to take in all the wacky Disney touches. Category: Roller Coaster Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: The ride is tame enough to appeal to all ages, but the first minute contains a dark cavern with loud sounds that does startle young riders. When to Visit: This is a very popular ride and attracts crowds all day long. Visit the first or last hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. This is transfer accessible and adult supervision is required. Country Bear Jamboree Country and Western music will never be the same after you see Wendell, Big Al, and Liver Lips perform. Twenty life-sized banjo-pluckin' bears give it their all in this classic Disney attraction. Category: Theater attraction Age Suitability: All ages, but plays best to younger kids. When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Completely wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning also is available; ask a host or hostess for assistance


Frontierland Area Depot All Aboard! This narrow-gauge steam train takes you on a nostalgic one-and-a-half mile journey around the Magic Kingdom Park. Board the train for a trip directly to Main Street, U.S.A. or Mickey's Toontown Faire, or take a relaxing round trip. Category: Transportation Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Frontierland Area Shootin' Arcade Set your sights on a whole range of Wild West targets! Use these infrared rifles to hit bullseyes and trigger silly sight and sound gags. Nominal fee applies. Category: Arcade Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Tom Sawyer Island You'll be transported by boat to Tom Sawyer's Island, and immersed in the homespun world of Mark Twain. There are dirt trails and creaky barrel bridges to explore -- even fun spots like Harper's Mill and Injun Joe's Caves. Category: Play area Age Suitability: Most popular with children under 12.When to Visit: Anytime, but keep in mind that Tom Sawyer’s Island closes at dusk Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair.


Liberty Square The Haunted Mansion Enter an 18th century mansion and encounter 999 grim grinning ghosts on a not-so-scary ride that includes a zillion classic details. The ceiling, is it moving up? The eerie Madame Leota, the incredible phantoms of the ballroom, and those hitch-hiking ghosts. Hurry ba-aaack. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: Some children are frightened by the ominous atmosphere and the sudden darkness in the pre-show “stretch room”. The actual ride contains non-gory and mostly humorous sights, such as a ghost birthday party and a knight statue holding his own head. When to Visit: Longest lines are between 1:00p – 4:30p. Avoid immediately after afternoon parade. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. The Hall of Presidents Don't miss this one-of-a-kind Disney classic. It's a sweeping tribute to the office of the Presidency and the history of America. You'll see all 42 Presidents gathered to hear the words of famous U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: Anyone interested in history or the Audio-Animatronic technology used to create the presidents will enjoy the attraction. When to Visit: Shows begin on the hour and half-hour and rarely fill to capacity. This is a great attraction to visit in midday when lines are at their longest. Additional Information: Completely wheelchair accessible. Reflective captioning is available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Liberty Square Riverboat Tour the Rivers of America aboard this authentic three-tiered paddleboat. Category: Slow Moving Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: The riverboat departs on the hour and half-hour and rarely fills to capacity. This is a great attraction to visit in midday when lines are at their longest. Additional Information: Completely wheelchair accessible.


Fantasyland Mickey's PhilharMagic Be dazzled by this immersive attraction that bursts forth with amazement from one of the largest seamless screens in the world! It stars Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and other beloved Disney favorites in a hilarious adventure through movies, music and mayhem. Experience Characters you love in a whole new dimension! This rollicking, frolicking 3-D "sym-funny" of surprises is guaranteed to delight the whole family. Category: 3D Theater Attraction Age Suitability: All ages (infants may be intimidated by special effects and 3-D images) When to Visit: This attraction utilizes a large theater and rarely gets lines over 30 minutes. Longest lines are between 12:00p – 2:30p. Additional Information: Completely wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Many Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh Visit all your friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. It's the ride in which you get put in the middle of Pooh's blustery day. You'll bounce along with Tigger. Float through a floody place with Piglet. Even enter the mysterious world of Heffalumps and Woozles. It's a willy nilly silly good time. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: Most popular with children under 12, or Winnie-the-Pooh fans When to Visit: This is a very popular ride and attracts crowds all day long. Visit the first hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Completely wheelchair accessible. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. “it’s a small world” Take that legendary boat ride around the globe on this musical tour of nations. Hundreds of international dolls sing and dance to the famous "it's a small world" melody. After it's over, just try to get that tune out of your head. Category: Slow moving boat ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: One of the highest capacity attractions at the Magic Kingdom, “it’s a small world” lines can look long but move very quickly. Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Dumbo the Flying Elephant Soar high above Fantasyland® atop the world's most popular pachyderm. The smiles are absolutely contagious. Category: Slow Spinning Ride Age Suitability: Most popular with toddlers and preschoolers When to Visit: Visit the first half hour the park is open. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. For those wanting to avoid its long lines, the Magic Carpets of Aladdin in Adventureland offers an identical ride experience with half the wait. The Magic Carpets of Aladdin is also wheelchair accessible. Cinderella's Golden Carousel What's the oldest Walt Disney World attraction? This magnificent carousel -- built in 1917. You just can't resist the gentle charm of saddling up a horse and spinning to the jaunty rhythm of classic Disney music. Choose your steed carefully. No two of the horses are exactly alike. Category: Slow Spinning Carousel Age Suitability: Most popular with toddlers and preschoolers When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle.


Mad Tea Party Board a giant tea cup and revolve your way through the wacky Mad Hatter Tea Party. You control how fast you spin. How mad are you feeling? Category: Fast Spinning ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Avoid between 12:00p – 2:30p. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Peter Pan's Flight Douse yourself with pixie dust and take a fantasy voyage to Never Land. You'll ride in a flying version of Captain Hook's ship that sweeps you up above the streets of London, and into the classic tale of Wendy, John, Michael, and the one-and-only Peter Pan. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: This is a very popular ride and attracts crowds all day long. Visit the first hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Snow White's Scary Adventures This is classic Disney. Hop a mine car through this enchanting retelling of the age-old fairy tale. You'll meet up with Snow White, the Evil Queen and all Seven Dwarfs. Just watch out for anyone offering apples. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: Some children are frightened by the wicked witch who makes many appearances in this dark attraction. When to Visit: Longest lines are between 11:30p – 3:00p. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations.


Mickey’s Toontown Fair Mickey's Country House Here's your chance to tour the "cartoony" abode of the "Big Cheese" himself. Play in the giant-sized garden or poke around the garage. And for a personal meeting with Mickey, just visit the Judge's Tent behind Mickey's House. See ya' real soon. Category: Characters Age Suitability: While all ages might enjoy meeting Mickey, the long lines usually exclude all but the most avid Mickey fans. When to visit: Anytime for the home, visit the Judges Tent for meeting Mickey before 11:00a or after 4:00p Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. While this one of the few guaranteed ways to meet Mickey, it’s also very crowded. Minnie's Country House Visit Minnie's Country House, it's decorated in her favorite color: pink! You'll even get a chance to play around in her kitchen. Category: Characters Age Suitability: While all ages might enjoy meeting Mickey, the long lines usually exclude all but the most avid Mickey fans. When to visit: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Keep in mind that unlike Mickey, Minnie is not always at her home for meet-and-greets. The Barnstormer at Goofy's Wiseacre Farm Here's a special thrill especially for kids. Board Goofy's crop duster on a mini roller coaster ride through Goofy's corn field and ultimately right through his barn. Category: Roller Coaster Height Requirements: 35 in. minimum Age Suitability: A great first roller coaster for small children, but too short to be interesting for most ages. When to visit: Before 11:00a or the last hour the park is open. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Donald's Boat Play around in an interactive fountain, anchored in a duck-pond blue playground. There are lots of hidden surprises all around. Category: Play area Age Suitability: Most fun for children under 8 years old. When to visit: Anytime, but keep in mind that this is a very wet area so you may want to visit during the warmer part of the day. Additional Information: For safety and comfort, this is wheelchair accessible. Mickey's Toontown Fair Depot All Aboard! This narrow-gauge steam train takes you on a nostalgic one-and-a-half mile journey around the Magic Kingdom Park. Board the train for a trip directly to Main Street, U.S.A. Area or Frontierland Area, or take a relaxing round trip. Category: Transportation Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction.


Tomorrowland Space Mountain It looms 180 feet over the horizon, beckoning experienced thrill seekers and weak-kneed one-timers alike. Go ahead. Jockey this roller coaster ride through the inky blackness of outer space. Category: Roller Coaster Height Requirements: 44 in. minimum Age Suitability: May frighten young children due to intensity of ride and darkness throughout. When to Visit: This is a very popular ride and attracts crowds all day long. Visit the first or last hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. This attraction is transfer accessible. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Be a junior Space Ranger and pilot your Star Cruiser through imaginative, immersive worlds. You are the pilot as you careen through a comical cosmos! Go on a daring space mission to save the toy universe from the sinister Emperor Zurg. Spin and fire your personal laser cannon to score points. Good luck, Space Rangers! Category: Interactive Laser Gun Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Longest lines are between 11:30a and 4:30p Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Astro Orbiter Hop aboard the rocket you've always dreamed about piloting. You're surrounded by whirling planets as you ease back on the control stick and navigate your own spacecraft high above Tomorrowland Area. Hey, this is fun. Category: Fast Spinning Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Longest lines are between 11:30a and 4:30p Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Tomorrowland Indy Speedway It's every kid's dream come true: a driver's license! Drive your own race car on a track around Tomorrowland Area. There are plenty of big kids joining in on the fun, too. Category: Slow Moving Car Height Requirements: You must be 52 in. tall to ride alone. Age Suitability: Most fun for kids under 10 years old. When to Visit: The first and last hour the park is open. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Expectant mothers should not ride. Tomorrowland Transit Authority Powered by linear induction motors this is mass transit straight out of science fiction. Take a leisurely ride through Tomorrowland. You'll be treated to a glimpse of Space Mountain and Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin. Category: Slow Moving Car Age Suitability: All ages When to visit: Never gets a line, visit anytime for a rest off your feet. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must be able to stand to ride the escalator up to the ride platform. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress This classic attraction, which debuted at the 1964 World's Fair, traces the impact of technological progress on American daily life from the beginning of the 20th Century to the near future. The theatre actually revolves around four scenes peopled entirely by Audio-Animatronics figures. Category: Theater Presentation


Age Suitability: Anyone who has an interest in American history, or Audio-Animatronic technology When to visit: Never gets a line, visit anytime for a rest off your feet. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Monsters,Inc. Laugh Factory This interactive show features Mike Wazowski, and his friends, as they try to power the city of Monstropolis with laughter. This show encourages audience members to text in their own jokes that may be used in the performance! Category: Fun For Little Ones Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Lines don't tend to be long for this ride at any time, due to large 400 seat theater. Additional Information:Video Captioning is available on selected monitors in this attraction. Please visit Guest Relations to obtain an activator. Assistive Listening Receivers, which amplify the audio, may be used at this location. Please visit Guest Relations to obtain a receiver. This location offers Sign Language interpretation at a specific show time on the following days:MAGIC KINGDOM Park- Mondays & Thursdays Schedules listing show times can be obtained by contacting WDW Resort Information or by visiting Guest Relations.


Epcot ATTRACTIONS Future World Spaceship Earth Travel through time and space within this world-renowned 180-foot tall geosphere to discover communications throughout the ages. Dazzling scenes of life in the 21st century's Global Neighborhood depict every corner of our world drawn closer through new technologies. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: All ages, but younger children may be intimidated by the dark scenes at the beginning. When to Go: Anytime after 10:00a. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Innoventions From breakthroughs in exploratory medicines to the ultimate in home entertainment, Innoventions will amaze you as you see and touch all the incredible technology that will be changing our lives in this new century. Make sure to visit “Where’s the Fire?” a fun interactive game where guests have to identify fire hazards in a home. Category: Interactive Age Suitability: All ages, but children and teenagers interested in video games will be in heaven. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Mission: SPACE A potent mix of science and thrills sets the stage for a breathtaking astronaut adventure! Aboard a centrifuge simulator similar to those used to train astronauts you’ll experience intense high g-forces on your high-speed rocket ride to Mars. For those uncomfortable with the strong forces created by the spinning, a milder version of the attraction is also available. Category: Spinning Simulator Ride Height Requirement: 44 in. minimum Age Suitability: The Orange Team (intense version) is quite harsh and causes many guests to get motion-sickness. The Green Team is fairly tame and is suitable for all ages. When to Go: Longest lines are between 1:00p – 4:00p. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Test Track Buckle up and take the ride of your life over bumpy terrain, through hair-pin turns, into freezing cold chambers, and on 50-degree banked curves at 60 mph. It's all the hair-raising challenges of an automotive proving ground and this time, you're the test driver. Category: High-Speed Car Ride Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: The high speed ending might be a little too intense for some riders. The ride itself is fairly tame. When to Go: The first hour the park is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Ellen's Energy Adventure Join Ellen's Energy Adventure, and visit a time when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Your celebrity host dreams she is on the American TV game show, "Jeopardy!" only to find out that all categories deal with the one thing she knows nothing about...energy!! Category: Theater Presentation/Slow Moving Indoor Ride


Age Suitability: All ages, but younger children may be frightened by the dinosaurs or bored by the lengthy show time (over 40 minutes long). When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Honey, I Shrunk the Audience! Professor Wayne Szalinski is at it again and this time you're the one who gets shrunk. This interactive adventure goes beyond 3D with incredible special effects and awesome surprises. You won't believe your size. Category: 3-D Theater Presentation Age Suitability: The special effects are quite intense and even include tactile effects in your seat which startle many and absolutely terrify some kids. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Fully wheelchair accessible. Journey Into Imagination With Figment Enter the Imagination Institute where your I.Q. (Imagination Quotient) is supercharged with out-of-thisworld experiences and unimaginable illusions. Your brain may never be the same. Afterwards, check out The Image Works and stretch your imagination in an interactive playground. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: Appeals most to children under 8 years old. Some loud sounds and moments in darkness might frighten toddlers. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. The Seas with Nemo and Friends Climb aboard a clammobile for a journey through the undersea world of Finding Nemo. Afterwards, explore one of the largest man-made salt water environments in the world. View dolphins, tropical fish, sharks and manatees. Then have a personal conversation with Crush the sea turtle at Turtle Talk with Crush. Category: Slow Moving Car/Exhibit Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime, but lines for Turtle Talk with Crush are shortest the first hour the park is open and after 6:00p. Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. For safety and comfort, this is wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Living with the Land Horticulture goes high tech. Cruise through dramatic scenes from America's agricultural heartland, then explore prototype greenhouses and the wonders of cutting-edge technology. Category: Slow Moving Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. The Circle of Life Marvel at the wonders of nature in this film that combines animation, live action and your favorite "The Lion King" characters. Timon wants to open a non-ecological resort, but Simba realize how important the different kinds of plants and animals are to the health of the planet. After all, they're part of The Circle of Life.


Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages, but younger children may be a little bored. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: For safety and comfort, this is wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Soarin’ Experience a high flying adventure over mountains and valleys on a hang glider. Along the way you’ll see fantastic vistas accompanied by beautiful music and even smells! Category: Theater Presentation/Simulator Age Suitability: All ages, the ride may seem imposing but is actually very gentle and almost soothing. When to Go: The first hour that Epcot is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. World Showcase El Rio Del Tiempo Float along the River of Time under a star-lit sky as you explore Mexico's engaging past and present. The ride has been recently renovated to include Donald and his friends from The Three Caballeros. Category: Slow Moving Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible, but guests in ECV or motorized scooters must transfer into a standard wheelchair. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Maelstrom Tricky trolls are out to befuddle you as you explore the heritage of Norway in this adventure-packed boat ride. Watch for Polar bears and hold on tight during your descent into the stormy North Sea. Category: Slow Moving Boat Ride Age Suitability: All ages, but some children may be frightened by the trolls and the unexpected backwards section of the ride. When to Go: Longest lines are between 1:00p – 6:00p. Additional Information: Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Reflections of China The diverse beauty of China surrounds you as you explore the mysteries of the East in this incredible Circle-Vision 360 degree film presentation. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages, but audience must stand. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. The American Adventure Ben Franklin and Mark Twain are your Audio-Animatronic hosts for this moving journey through American history. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction.


Impressions de France Inspirational music accompanies stunning panoramic views of France. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime, shows start on the hour and half-hour. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. O Canada! The magnificent vistas and old world culture of Canada are presented in an all encompassing Circle- Vision 360 degree film presentation. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: but audience must stand. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices, which amplify (in English) the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction.


Disney's Hollywood Studios ATTRACTIONS AND SHOWS One Man's Dream Step into the amazing journey of Walt's life. Disney Imagineers uncovered artifacts and interviews the public has never seen or heard to create a multi-sensory attraction based on the man who was willing to bet everything on his dreams. The attraction ends in a never-before-seen film capturing the personal side of Walt Disney. Category: Exhibit/Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Personal translation units are available at Guest Relations in French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish, to translate the audio narration at this attraction. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular! See how film-makers pull off those incredible stunts and thrilling special effects. You'll relive all your favorite scenes from "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Look alive! You might be chosen as an extra. Category: Live Stunt Show Age Suitability: The beginning features many loud sounds which might frighten young children. When to Go: The first two shows of the day are usually the least crowded. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. ©Disney/Lucasfilm, Inc. Star Tours It's the ultimate "Star Wars™" thrill ride inspired by the original movie trilogy. With a rookie pilot droid at the controls, riders are sent soaring into hyperspace in a runaway starspeeder. Are you ready to face the death star? Category: Simulator Thrill Ride Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: Younger children might be frightened by the intense nature of this attraction. When to Go: Longest lines are between 11:30a – 4:30p. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. ©Disney/Lucasfilm, Inc. Great Movie Ride Enter the magnificent reproduction of Mann's Chinese Theater and ride through the greatest film scenes in history. You'll be immersed in scenes from "Alien," "Casablanca," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," and "The Wizard of Oz." More than 50 Audio-Animatronics figures bring it all to life. Category: Slow Moving Indoor Ride Age Suitability: Some young children might be frightened by the Alien scene. When to Go: Longest lines are between 12:00p – 5:00p Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Sounds Dangerous - Starring Drew Carey Drew Carey provides the laughs while "binaural audio technology" provides the incredible hair-raising effects. You'll feel like you're right in the middle of the action in a TV pilot featuring undercover police work along with more than a few amusing mishaps. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: Young children may be frightened by the first eight minutes in complete darkness or the realistic nature of the binaural sound. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Jim Henson's Muppet*Vision 3-D It's time to meet the Muppets! Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and all your favorites for a wacky


3D performance featuring sensational effects and fun surprises. Category: Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Lines are longest between 1:00 – 4:00p. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" Movie Set Adventure This interactive kids' playground sets the scene with larger-than-life props from the hit movie. Scale the Everest of ant hills, crawl inside a discarded LEGO® brick, and dodge the spray from the biggest leaky garden hose you've ever seen. Category: Play area Age Suitability: Most fun for children under 9 years old. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible. Disney's "Toy Story" Pizza Planet Arcade Andy's favorite hang-out from "Toy Story" is recreated complete with an intergalactic assortment of video and arcade games. Category: Arcade Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Disney's Hollywood Studios Backlot Tour First, watch as you learn how Hollywood creates some of their amazing special effects at Harbor Attack. Then you’ll board a tram and enter Catastrophe Canyon and experience those effects first hand. Category: Slow Moving Car Age Suitability: Some toddlers might be frightened by the Catastrophe Canyon segment of the tour. When to Go: Longest lines are between 12:00p – 4:00p Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. The American Film Institute Showcase The “Villains: Movie Characters You Love to Hate,” exhibit features props, costumes, models, sets, etc. themed to well-known movie villains, such as Cruella De Vil (101 Dalmatians), Wicked Witch (The Wizard of Oz), Headless Horseman (Sleepy Hollow), and Darth Vader (Star Wars). Category: Exhibit Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Lights! Motors! Action! Get a peak behind the scenes of action movies as cars demonstrate high speed stunts and precision driving. Category: Live Stunt Show Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Travel under the sea with Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, and even the evil Ursula for a whimsical retelling of the classic Disney film. Colorful puppets, live performances, incredible special effects, and the heartwarming music from the movie combine for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. Category: Live Theatrical Presentation Age Suitability: Some young children might be frightened by the large Ursula puppet. When to Visit: The first hour that Disney's Hollywood Studios is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance.


The Magic of Disney Animation See how Disney animation comes to life and how the Disney characters are created. Interactive exhibits teach you how to draw your favorite characters, let you put your own voice into a Disney movie and even let you know which Disney character fits your personality best. Category: Theater Presentation/Interactive Exhibits Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Lines are longest between 12:00p – 3:00p. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. If you want to visit the exhibits without waiting for the theater presentation, the gift shop has its own private entrance into the exhibits. Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage! This imaginative, musical live puppet show will have your kids singing and dancing and playing along with their pals from Bear in the Big Blue House™, Jojo’s Circus, the Book of Pooh and other Playhouse Disney favorites from the Disney Channel! Category: Live Theater Presentation Age Suitability: Most fun for children under 8 years old. When to Visit: Anytime, arrive more than 20 minutes before the show for a good seat. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ Picture, if you will, the abandoned Hollywood Tower Hotel. But if you think you know what happens, think again. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ is now random - the experience is horrifyingly new, and your fear is completely unpredictable because now the Tower is in control. Your elevator will shoot you up, and it will plummet down...what is going to happen? When? How many times? Only the Tower knows. Fear has always had many faces. Now you can come meet them one at a time. The Twilight Zone® is a registered trademark of CBS, Inc. and is used pursuant to a license from CBS, Inc. Category: Freefall Thrill Ride Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: Very intense attraction for any age. When to Visit: The first hour that Disney's Hollywood Studios is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Rock 'n' Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith Attraction Strap yourself in for the ultimate road trip. This intense roller coaster ride zooms you on a lightning-fast limo through the hi-amp world of rock music. You'll go from 0 to 60 mph in less than three seconds through twists and turns - even upside down - all set to the driving beat of the music of the famous American rock band Aerosmith. Category: High Speed Roller Coaster Ride Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Age Suitability: Very intense attraction for any age. Those who are bothered by big drops should note there are no major drops on this attraction, but there are three upside-down maneuvers. When to Visit: The first hour that Disney's Hollywood Studios is open or obtain a FASTPASS. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Beauty and the Beast - Live on Stage All the action, romance, music and magic of "Beauty and the Beast" comes to life in an elaborate, enchanting musical spectacular. Be our Guest, sing along with Belle, Gaston and Lumiere and delight to extravagant costumes and effects in this theatrical tale. Category: Live Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Visit: The first show of the day is usually least crowded. For a good seat, plan on arriving at least 25 minutes before show time. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations.


Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian This exhibit features behind the scenes footage as well as actual props and costumes. As you walk through, you are shown select scenes from the film, immersing you in the “Narnia” atmosphere. As you walk through the portal you are guided through the journey the film's creators took to produce this magical and visually stunning movie. Age Suitability:All Ages Category:Recent Additions When to Visit: Anytime Additional Information: Assisted Listening Receivers, which amplify the audio, may be used at this location. Please visit Guest Relations to obtain a receiver. Toy Story Mania This 4-D ride is one of the newest and most sought after attractions at Disney World. The carnival-like atmosphere is full of interactive fun and games. Separate games during the ride are hosted by Woody, Buzz, Rex and Hamm. Age Suitability:There are no age restrictions on this ride, but families with babies will need to do a baby swap for this ride,as there is no lap seating allowed. When to Visit: Early morning when park opens is your best bet. Fast passes can run out for this ride rather quickly, and wait times are still lengthy due to this being a newer attraction. Additional Information: Guests with young children may take turns experiencing attractions. See a Cast Member for additional information.


Disney’s Animal Kingdom ATTRACTIONS AND SHOWS Oasis Oasis Animal Exhibits Keep a sharp lookout as you walk through the Oasis and you might notice some exotic animals. Category: Animal Exhibit Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Discovery Island It's Tough to Be a Bug!® Come see Flik and Hopper from Disney/Pixar's "A Bug's Life" in a totally new adventure. Strap on your special "bug eyes" to see life from an insect's point of view in this 3-D show filled with Audio- Animatronic® characters, special effects, and lots of laughs. Category: 3-D Film Presentation Age Suitability: Very intense show featuring giant black widow spiders and in-seat tactile effects may frighten children and even adults. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Reflective captioning is also available; ask a host or hostess for assistance. Tree of Life Garden Stroll around the Tree of Life and discover a soft landscape of trees, pools and grass filled with wildlife. You may see Galapagos tortoises, lemurs, and golden top tamarins. Category: Walking Trail Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Camp Minnie-Mickey Festival of the Lion King Clap along with all your favorite songs from "The Lion King." You're right in the middle of a colorful and delightfully fun festival. Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa lead a tribal celebration of pure pageantry with joyous music, dance, and acrobats. Category: Live Theater Presentation Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime, for a good seat plan on arriving at least 25 minutes before show time. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Hand-held captioning devices, which display the script of this attraction on a screen, are available at Guest Relations. Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends Kids will enjoy Pocahontas and Grandmother Willow starring in this unique show featuring live animals of North America. Will you be a protector of the forest? Category: Live Animal Show Age Suitability: Most enjoyable for children under 8 years old. When to Go: Anytime, plan on arriving at least 15 minutes in advance. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Africa


Kilimanjaro Safaris Climb aboard your open-aired safari vehicle for an exciting expedition. African animals freely roam through acres of savannah, rivers, and rocky hills. Look out for giraffe, gazelle, elephants, rhinos, and lions. But beware; your adventure takes an unexpected turn when poachers are spotted. Category: Slow Moving Jeep Ride Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: The first hour that Disney’s Animal Kingdom is open or immediately after the afternoon parade. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. This attraction is fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Pangani Forest Exploration Trail® Enter this research center filled with East African mammals, birds, and fish, with lush African foliage, numerous streams, waterfalls and forests. See an exotic bird aviary, an underwater hippo viewing area, a savannah overlook, and a magnificent troop of gorillas. Category: Walking Trail Age Suitability: All Ages Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Asia Kali River Rapids® Venture down the turbulent waters of the Chakranadi River aboard a 12-passenger raft through an enchanting Asian rain forest. Stay alert, because around every bend are new surprises, along with the very real threat of getting extremely wet. Category: Thrilling White-Water Raft Ride Height Requirements: 38 in. minimum Age Suitability: All Ages Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. Maharajah Jungle Trek® Explore the mystical Anandapur Royal Forest. Wander amongst the ruins of an ancient palace inhabited by beautiful and exotic animals. You'll encounter giant fruit bats, birds, tapirs, komodo dragons, and lots of tigers. Category: Walking Trail Age Suitability: All Ages Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Flights of Wonder Your heart will take flight as you watch an amazing assortment of birds display their wondrous natural behaviors. It's a soaring celebration of winged wonders. Category: Live Animal Show Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Anytime, plan on arriving at least 20 minutes in advance. Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Expedition Everest Hop aboard a train for a journey through the Himalayan Mountains. In order to reach the summit of Everest, you must first pass through the Forbidden Mountain. Beware! The mountain is guarded by a mysterious creature who many suspect to be the infamous yeti. Category: Roller Coaster Height Requirements: 44 in. minimum Age Suitability: Small children may be startled by the loud sounds. The attraction is a high speed roller coaster that also features a few unexpected surprises that may be frightening for some guests. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle.


Camp Minnie-Mickey Primeval Whirl® Take a ride on Primeval Whirl. This "pre-hysterical" spinning roller coaster is a wacky run that sends riders through a maze of curves, hills and drops -- even through the jaws of a dinosaur. Each car is free spinning, so you never know how great or small of a spin you'll be in. Category: Spinning Roller Coast Ride Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Age Suitability: All ages When to Go: Longest lines are between 12:00p – 3:30p. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from, motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. TriceraTop Spin! Ever seen a dino "soar"? You will on the flying, twirling TriceraTop Spin. Climb into one of these fourperson dino vehicles and soon you'll be spinning 'round, up and down. Expect a dino-sized surprise for kids rising from the giant tin top at the hub of it all. Category: Slow Spinning Ride Age Suitability: Most popular with toddlers and preschoolers. When to Go: Lines are longest between 12:00p – 3:00p. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from, motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride, this is transfer accessible. DINOSAUR The Dino Institute is working on a time rover that zips you back to the age of the dinosaurs. Are you ready to take part in the experiment and journey back 65 million years to save the last of these prehistoric beasts? Challenge carnatorus and all those falling meteors in this thrill-packed attraction. Category: High Speed Thrill Ride Height Requirements: 40 in. minimum Age Suitability: Large menacing dinosaurs and the prevailing darkness in the attraction might frighten children and even some adults. When to Go: Lines are longest between 12:00p – 3:00p. Additional Information: Guests should be in good health and free from, motion sickness, back or neck problems, heart problems, and other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. Guests traveling in wheelchairs must transfer into the ride vehicle. The Boneyard® Slip, slither, slide and crawl through a play maze built around the fun fossil remains of Triceratops, TRex, and other vanished giants. You can even dig up the bones of a woolly mammoth in a dig site. Category: Play Area Age Suitability: Most popular with toddlers and preschoolers. When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible. Cretaceous Trail Wander down a path surrounded by living plant and animal species that have survived since the age of the dinosaur. Category: Walking Trail Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible.


Conservation Station® Inside Conservation Station there is a whole herd of wild animal experiences, interactive games and fun-filled shows. See animals up close in this rare behind-the-scenes adventure! Category: Exhibit Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. Habitat Habit! This exciting portion of the outdoor discovery trail features an exhibit of live Cottontail Tamarins! Plus, you'll get plenty of fun hints on how to share the world, and your own backyard, with animals. Category: Exhibit Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible. The Affection Section Get up close and personal with friendly animals in this shaded petting yard. Category: Interactive Exhibit Age Suitability: All Ages When to Go: Anytime Additional Information: Fully wheelchair accessible.


Magic Kingdom DINING In addition to the list below, quick service restaurants are available. Please see guide maps for further information. Cinderella's Royal Table It's a dream come true: Character Breakfast in Cinderella Castle! The Once Upon a Time Breakfast at Cinderella's Royal Table features Cinderella and more of your Disney favorites. Or enjoy a storybook dining experience at lunch and dinner. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: American Meals: All Specialties: Prime rib, steak, seafood, poultry, and salads Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission and Priority Seating required with deposit and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Dining: Cinderella and Friends (breakfast only) Service Types: Character Dining, Sit-down Meals Cosmic Ray's Starlight Café A counter-service restaurant featuring three distinctive menus, plus unique entertainment with a lounge lizard from another world. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Blastoff Burgers (cheeseburger, vegetarian burger), Cosmic Chicken (rotisserie, drumettes, grilled and fried chicken sandwiches), and Starlight soups, salads, (Caesar and chef salads tossed to order) and sandwiches Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission Service Types: Quick Service The Crystal Palace Your favorite Disney Characters invite you to indulge yourself in our bountiful buffet featuring fresh seasonal favorites. The room comes alive with the sights and smells of the day's offerings being prepared in our on-stage kitchen. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: American Meals: All Specialties: Creative salads, spit-roasts, meats, fish, fresh pasta, cakes, pies, and sundae bar Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Dining: Your favorite Disney Characters Service Types: Character Dining, Sit-down Meals Liberty Tree Tavern Celebrate the American spirit in this authentic re-creation of a colonial inn with windows made by 18thcentury casting methods. Enjoy a family-style dinner at the "Liberate Your Appetite" Character Dinner, featuring your favorite Disney Characters. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: American Meals: Dinner Specialties: Dinner: roasted turkey breast, marinated flank steak, and honey mustard ham with mashed potatoes, garden vegetables, and herbed bread stuffing Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Dining: Minnie and Friends Service Types: Character Dining (dinner only), Sit-down Meals


The Plaza Restaurant An airy, turn-of-the-century restaurant accented with art-nouveau mirrors. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Grilled deli-style sandwiches, gourmet burgers, hearty salads, gigantic ice cream sundaes, old-fashioned ice cream sodas and milkshakes Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Sit-down Meals Tony's Town Square Café Walt Disney's animated film "Lady and the Tramp" inspired the decor for this charming Italian restaurant. There's sure to be something good here for every member of the family. Location: Magic Kingdom® Park Cuisine: Italian Meals: All Specialties: Antipasto, specialty pastas (and, of course, Lady and the Tramp's favorite, spaghetti and meatballs), sandwiches and pizzas, chicken, steak, and selections for the health-conscious diner. For the bambini, an assortment of children's favorites. Tantalizing desserts and cappuccino are also featured. Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463). Service Types: Sit-down Meals


Epcot DINING In addition to the list below, quick service restaurants are available. Please see guide maps for further information. Biergarten A buffet of traditional German cuisine is the main attraction in this charming courtyard. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: German Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: German sausages, chicken, and salads served buffet-style Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Bistro de Paris Gourmet French cuisine served in an elegant atmosphere. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: French Meals: Dinner Specialties: Onion soup, cassolette, and escargots Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Coral Reef Restaurant This restaurant offers a panoramic view of The Living Seas main tank, containing approximately 85 different species of Caribbean fish. Enjoy a water-driven menu, featuring vibrant flavours with subtle enhancements. Wine list features selections of seafood-friendly wines. Location: Future World Cuisine: Seafood Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Pan-seared filet, grilled salmon, snapper with potato & vegetables Mediterranean stew, other fresh seafood, and specialty desserts made daily Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Garden Grill Restaurant A Character experience for lunch or dinner, featuring seasonal menus. It all takes place in a revolving dining room. Location: Future World Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Lunch and dinner skillets include chicken, steak, fish, fresh vegetables and smashed vegetables. Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Dining: Mickey and Friends Service Types: Character Dining, Sit-down Meals Le Cellier Steakhouse This restaurant, inspired by the people and provinces of Canada, features corn-fed prairie beef, and cool-water seafood in a warm and cozy setting. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Canadian Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Steaks, burgers, salads, prime rib, seafood, and pasta Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals


Les Chefs de France Traditional French elegance is evident in the food, service and decor of this beautiful restaurant located in the French Pavilion. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: French Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Grilled salmon, beef filet, tomato tart, and onion soup Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Liberty Inn Enjoy a quick bite mid-point as you take a stroll along the World Showcase Promenade. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and roasted chicken Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Quick Service L'Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante This restaurant, adorned with massive murals that evoke the Italian countryside, inspires a "when in Rome" frame of mind. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Italian Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Fettuccine al' Alfredo, fresh pastas, veal, homemade pastries, and Italian wines Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Mitsukoshi Tempura Kiku Sit at a U-shaped bar and watch chefs prepare your meal. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Japanese Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Sushi, sashimi, tempura-battered and fried shrimp, scallops, lobster, beef, and chicken Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Sit-down Meals Mitsukoshi Teppan Yaki Dining Room Enjoy the ambience of the Japanese pavilion and join others around large grills where chefs chop and stir-fry your meal right before your eyes. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Japanese Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Grilled steak, chicken, vegetables, and seafood Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Nine Dragons Restaurant This ornate and palatial dining room features the very best of traditional and updated cuisine from the various regions of China: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hunan, Szechwan, and Kiangche. You're invited to sample the Nine Dragons Sampler for Two, Peking Duck Served Three Ways, Imperial Pine Cone Fish, vegetarian entrees, and much more. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Chinese Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Kang bao chicken, sweet and sour pork, Chinese beer and wines Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*.


Service Types: Sit-down Meals Restaurant Akershus Enter an authentic replica of a medieval Norwegian castle and sample authentic Norwegian cuisine at the bountiful buffet. Enjoy a smorgasbord of tasty delicacies prepared using the age-old recipes from the old country. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Norwegian Meals: All Specialties: Norwegian salmon, seafood, salads, cheeses, and daily chef selections Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Meals: "The Princess Storybook Breakfast" is a new Character Dining experience with a set menu, all-you-care-to-eat character breakfast will feature Disney Princesses and Friends. American Cuisine. Hours for breakfast will be 8:30 to 10:30 am. Service Type: Buffet Restaurant Marrakesh Palatial setting, fit for a sultan, features traditional belly dancing. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Moroccan Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Beef or chicken shish kebabs, grouper, couscous with chicken, lamb or vegetables, and combination platters Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Rose & Crown Dining Room and Pub Authentic British pub with traditional English fare. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: British Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Fish and chips, British meat pies, seasoned vegetable curry, soups and salads Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals


San Angel Inn Restaurant The San Angel Inn features a fine menu of delicious Mexican food nicely spiced and freshly flavorful and many specialty drinks including our famous classic margaritas. But the most remarkable thing about this restaurant is the atmosphere. Located within the Mexican Pavilion at World Showcase, diners are treated to a perfect twilight meal any time of the day - thanks of course to that magical Disney touch. Location: World Showcase Cuisine: Mexican Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Carne asada tampiqueña, traditional molé, nachos and burritos Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Sunshine Season Food Fair A food court with a "fair atmosphere," featuring eight specialty shops serving unique items. Location: Future World Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Freshly baked goods, barbecue, ice cream cones, and specialty sandwiches Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Quick Service


Disney's Hollywood Studios DINING In addition to the list below, quick service restaurants are available. Please see guide maps for further information. 50s Prime Time Café Eat in the kitchen of your favorite 1950s sitcom. You'll watch vintage TV as you enjoy good home cooking just like those TV moms used to make. But please, keep your elbows off the table. Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Meatloaf, chicken, pot roast, and milk shakes Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Hollywood & Vine Experience the glamorous days of 1940s Hollywood when everyone wanted to perform. You can even watch your food being prepared in our show kitchen. Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios Cuisine: American Meals: Dinner Specialties: American Buffet Dinner. Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals The Hollywood Brown Derby This restaurant, modeled after the original Hollywood Brown Derby in California, brings together all the elegance of old Hollywood with some of the finest food and wine you'll ever experience. Plus, unmatched atmosphere that'll make anyone feel like a real celebrity. Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Changing seasonal menu reflecting market fresh products. Features include: Original Cobb salad, grilled filet mignon, chicken, seafood selections. Special Requirements: Admission to Theme Park required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals


Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano Home-spun Italian setting reflecting a California influence, located steps away from the Muppet Courtyard. Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios Cuisine: Italian Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Brick-oven baked pizza, pasta selections with seafood, steak and vegetarian selections Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant Return to the thrilling days of drive-in movies. You'll sit in a vintage '50s convertible and be treated to some of the most wonderfully wacky sci-fi movie clips as you sample an out-of-this-world menu of mealtime favorites. Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Chicken, steak, pasta, burgers, and assorted sandwiches Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Service Types: Sit-down Meals


Disney’s Animal Kingdom DINING In addition to the list below, quick service restaurants are available. Please see guide maps for further information. Donald's Breakfastosaurus You can join Donald and some of your favorite Disney pals for an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at Donald's Breakfastosaurus. Breakfast served daily until 10 am Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Cuisine: American Meals: Breakfast Specialties: Breakfast buffet featuring American breakfast favorites, fruit, and freshly baked breads Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required. Priority Seating recommended and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463)*. Character Dining: Donald and Friends Service Types: Character Dining, Sit-down Meals Flame Tree Barbecue Take a break from your safari excursion to enjoy tasty salads and barbecued delectables, with a great view of the Tree of Life. You can enjoy the best Memphis style barbecue in the whole savannah. Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Smoked meats, barbecue sandwiches, salads, and platters Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Quick Service Pizzafari Come experience pepperoni in its natural habitat on top of a piping hot bed of mozzarella and a sea of sauce. Caesar salads thrive along with the hot deli sandwich topped with Caesar salad. Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Cuisine: American Meals: Lunch, dinner Specialties: Lunch and dinner selections include hearth-baked pizzas, hot deli sandwiches, and caesar salad. Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Quick Service


Rainforest Café® This unique eatery recreates a tropical rainforest through a combination of live and animated wildlife and special effects. It's a wild place to shop and eat. Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, Downtown Disney® Marketplace Cuisine: American Meals: All Specialties: Enjoy creative entrées like Rasta Pasta, Rumble in the Jungle, and African Wind. Service Types: Sit-down Meals Restaurantosaurus In the heart of DinoLand U.S.A.® Area, you can explore the buffet or meet Donald and Friends for a Prehistoric Breakfast. If that does not dig you, come for the lunch adventure to experience hamburgers, hotdogs, McDonalds® French Fries, and McDonalds® Chicken McNuggets! Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Cuisine: American Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Specialties: Lunch and dinner selections include hamburgers, hot dogs, and McDonalds® french fries and Chicken McNuggets. Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Character Dining: Donald's Prehistoric Breakfastosaurus takes place every morning. Breakfast is served daily until 10:30 a.m. (Characters are available only during breakfast) Service Types: Quick Service Tusker House Restaurant Enjoy a meal as you take in the authentic African market atmosphere. Location: Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Cuisine: American Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks Specialties: Rotisserie chicken, fried chicken, freshly tossed salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian offerings Special Requirements: Theme Park Admission required Service Types: Quick Service


Magic Kingdom CHARACTER MEET AND GREETS While the popularity of the Magic Kingdom makes visiting at the characters a little more difficult than the other parks, there is something magical about visiting Mickey at his house and coming upon a princess in Fantasyland. That being said, meeting the characters at the Magic Kingdom does require a little more planning and patience. Here are some tips for collecting those autographs and pictures you’ve always wanted: Main Street U.S.A This is where you’ll find a large assortment of characters in the morning. You’ll also find some of the longest lines for characters in the park. Since the early morning is better served visiting attractions, it is not recommendable to visit characters on Main Street U.S.A until the evening. Adventureland Rafiki, Timon from The Lion King and Baloo and King Louie from The Jungle Book are often found near the Adventureland entrance. Behind the Magic Carpets of Aladdin you might see Aladdin and Jasmine from the movie Aladdin. Fantasyland Belle, from Beauty and the Beast reads her story in a little garden near Cinderella Castle. After the story, she interacts with the fans in the audience. This can be one of the best ways to meet Belle, as they limit the amount of people per show giving the guests more personal time for interaction. Check the Times Guide for show times. Frontierland Throughout the day the Country Bears and other characters perform a hoedown, where guests can dance and clap along to favorite folk songs. Mickey’s Toontown Fair At Mickey’s house in the judge’s tent, Mickey is available for autographs all day long. At the Toontown County Bounty you can meet multiple characters at once from a single line. Mickey’s Toontown Fair often opens an hour after the park, and in those cases it’s always advisable to get to Toontown for its opening. In addition to seeing a cute opening ceremony, you’ll be able to position yourself first in line at the Toontown County Bounty. Tomorrowland Buzz Lightyear and Stitch usually hang out across from Stitch’s Great Escape.


ENTERTAINMENT Welcome Show Join Mickey and the gang and countdown the Magic Kingdom’s opening. Category: Opening Ceremony Age Suitability: All ages For Best Viewing: You need to be able to clearly see the Main Street train station. Show Times: Most mornings about ten minutes before scheduled park opening. Dream Along with Mickey Join Mickey and the gang at Cinderella Castle for a high energy party. Category: Character Show Age Suitability: Especially entertaining for children under 9 years old. For Best Viewing: You need to be able to clearly see the Cinderella Castle stage. Show Times: Multiple performances are scheduled throughout the day. Pirate Tutorial with Captain Jack Sparrow Learn how to become a pirate with Captain Jack Sparrow from the Disney film Pirates of the Caribbean. Category: Character Show Age Suitability: Especially entertaining for children under 12 years old. Show Times: Multiple performances are scheduled throughout the day. Share a Dream Come True Parade Beginning with Mickey and ending with a fairy-tale finish, this spectacular new parade of giant Disney snow globes is a tribute to all those stories and characters that have touched hearts down through the years. From start to finish, it's a flurry of classic Disney moments frozen in time. Category: Parades Age Suitability: All ages, but most suited for children under 12 years old For Best Viewing: The least crowded spots on the parade route are in Frontierland and Liberty Square. The parade begins at Frontierland, and then travels through Liberty Square and down Main Street U.S.A. Show Times: Usually performed at 3:00p, check out the Times Guide when you arrive at the Magic Kingdom.


SpectroMagic Parade As night falls, music fills the air and the brilliantly lit parade floats cast a magical glow. The parade features many of your favorite Disney characters including Mickey and the gang, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Mary Poppins, Ariel and many more! Category: Parades Age Suitability: All ages For Best Viewing: The least crowded spots on the parade route are in Frontierland and Liberty Square. The second performance is significantly less crowded than the first performance. The parade begins on Main Street U.S.A, and then travels through Liberty Square and Frontierland. Show Times: Usually performed at 8:00p with an optional second performance at 10:00p, check out the Times Guide when you arrive at the Magic Kingdom for performance times. Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams Fireworks Look to the stars as the night skies over the Magic Kingdom explode with the biggest, brightest fireworks extravaganza in Magic Kingdom history! Amidst powerful bursts of light and color, many of your favorite Disney pals make their own special wishes while assuring us all that "Anything your heart desires will come true." It's a story so big only the sky can hold it. Category: Fireworks Age Suitability: All ages For Best Viewing: In front of Cinderella Castle is the most spectacular location due to the fact the show’s fireworks are designed to frame the castle and there are some nice lighting effects on the castle as well. Make sure there are no trees blocking your view of the night sky. For last minute viewing, try standing near the stocks in front of the Liberty Belle Riverboat landing in Liberty Square. Show Times: Fireworks are usually scheduled just before park closing, check out the Times Guide when you arrive at the Magic Kingdom for show times.


Epcot CHARACTER MEET AND GREETS Epcot is possibly the best theme park at Walt Disney World to meet the characters. This is mostly due to the fact that the large size of the park means guests have a greater area to disperse in. The result is some of the more pleasant character interactions to be found at Walt Disney World. Character Meet and Greets can be found in the following locations: Leave a Legacy Much like the Magic Kingdom, in the morning you can find characters among the Leave a Legacy sculptures at the Epcot entrance plaza. Since the early morning is when most attractions have the shortest lines, you might postpone meeting the characters until later in the day. Character Connection Located between Innoventions and Club Cool, Character Connection is a great place to meet your favorite Disney pals. From one line, which is indoors and therefore air conditioned, you’ll be able to meet multiple characters at the same time. Usually available for autographs are Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Pluto and Donald Duck. World Showcase Throughout the day the characters can be found all around the World Showcase. In Mexico, Donald Duck, Jose Carioca, and Panchito are available for autographs. Mulan and Mushu from the Disney film Mulan can be found in China. Snow White, Dopey and Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs or Pinocchio sign autographs in Germany. Aladdin and Jasmine can be found in Morocco. In France you’ll find Sleeping Beauty and Belle from Beauty and the Beast. Mary Poppins and Alice in Wonderland often wander around in the United Kingdom. If you want to visit the characters, than try to get to World Showcase by the early afternoon for shortest lines.


ENTERTAINMENT Future World Jammitors Join a crew of musical janitors who play high energy rhythms on garbage cans and other cleaning supplies. Category: Atmosphere Age Suitability: All ages Turtle Talk with Crush Talk with Crush, the laidback sea turtle from Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo. He’ll answer any questions you have about marine life and what it’s like to be a turtle. Having a one-on-one conversation with an animated character is an experience you’ll never forget! Category: Character Age Suitability: All ages For Best Viewing: Shortest waits are the first two and last two hours Epcot is open. Show Times: Runs continuously from 10:00a to 9:00p. World Showcase Note: Multiple performances are scheduled throughout the day. Check Times Guide for show times. Canada Off Kilter High energy progressive Celtic music performed by a rock band supplemented with bagpipes. Category: Rock Band Age Suitability: All ages, but maybe a little too loud for some. United Kingdom The British Invasion Sing along with your favorite Beatles hits performed by an eerily similar cover band. Category: Rock Band Age Suitability: Most entertaining for those familiar with Beatles music. World Showcase Players A classic folk tale gets twisted when audience members are asked to volunteer and join the fun! Category: Comedy Age Suitability: All ages France Serveur Amusant A comical team performs a balancing act of skill and hilarity. Category: Comedy Age Suitability: All ages Morocco MoRockin Rock out with the Arabic rhythms of this exotic band. Category: Rock Band Age Suitability: All ages, but maybe a little too loud for some. Japan Matsuriza Experience the rhythmic magic of traditional Taiko drummers. Category: Ethnic Percussion Age Suitability: All ages, but maybe a little too loud for some. Miyuki Watch as a talented artist creates sculptures of animals out of candy. Category: Arts Age Suitability: Particularly fun for small children who get to keep the candy artwork.


American Adventure Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps The fife & drum corps performs a resounding tribute to America’s fight for freedom. Category: Musical Performance Age Suitability: All ages Voices of Liberty Americana music performed beautifully in a cappella style. Category: Vocal Performance Age Suitability: All ages, especially recommended for anybody with a musical background. Outpost OrisiRisi Guests drum along in the interactive drum circle and listen to African folklore. Category: Percussion Age Suitability: All ages, especially fun for children since they get to make noise. China Si Xian Chinese melodies played on authentic instruments. The show is performed in the waiting area for the Reflections of China attraction. Category: Music Age Suitability: All ages Dragon Legend Acrobats Watch as the acrobats demonstrate a variety of thrilling acts direct from China. Category: Acrobats Age Suitability: All ages Norway Spelsmanns Gledje Lively Norwegian folk music performed on native instruments. Category: Music Age Suitability: All ages Mexico Mariachi Cobre This internationally acclaimed Mariachi band plays famous Mexican folk songs. Category: Music Age Suitability: All ages IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth The sky erupts with light and fire as this brand new night-time spectacular celebrates our world. It's the most magnificent show of its kind, with dazzling special effects, colorful lasers, brilliant fireworks, and fiery torches all choreographed to an incredible musical score. Category: Fireworks Age Suitability: All ages For Best Viewing: Find a spot where you have a clear view of the center of World Showcase lagoon. The black barges on the water indicate where the show is performed. Also make sure there are no trees or buildings blocking your view of the sky. Show Times: Performed at closing, usually 9:00p.


Disney's Hollywood Studios CHARACTER MEET AND GREETS . Character Meet and Greets can be found in the following locations: Sorcerer Hat Here you’ll find a large assortment of different characters throughout the day. Mickey Avenue Mickey Mouse is available all day long for autographs in his studio. You’ll also find the stars from Playhouse Disney at their trailer. Streets of America Join forces with The Power Rangers. Animation Pavilion Meet your favorite stars from Disney’s latest animated feature. ENTERTAINMENT Disney Stars and Motorcars Parade .Luke Skywalker, Ariel, Mickey, and friends travel Hollywood Blvd in a Hollywood motorcade. Category: Parade Age Suitability: All ages, but most suited for children under 12 years old For Best Viewing: Try to get a spot for the parade at least 20 minutes before show time. Show Times: Usually performed at 4:00p, check out the Times Guide when you arrive at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Fantasmic! Sorcerer Mickey takes on some wicked villains in one of the most explosive night-time extravaganzas ever. It's an action-packed showdown between good and evil with lasers, lights, pyrotechnics, and dancing waters, all set to favorite Disney music. Category: Firework Nighttime Spectacular Age Suitability: All ages, but young kids may be frightened by the extensive villain sequence that includes a large fire breathing dragon. For Best Viewing: Arrive at least one hour before schedule show time on busy nights. On some nights there is a second performance, this performance is always much less busy than the first one. Show Times: Usually performed right before schedule park closing time. Additional Information: This attraction may be too intense for children and some adults, and is wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices (in English only), which amplify the audio at this location, are available at Guest Relations. Block Party Bash This magical block party features over 20 characters from Disney/Pixar films,including Woody, Buzz, Mike and Sulley. The parade features high energy music, acrobats and of course, floats! Category: Live Entertainment Age Suitability: All Ages For Best Viewing: Try to arrive to the parade area at least 30 minutes before show time. Show Times: Usually at 3:00p.m. Check out the Times Guide when you arrive at Disney's Hollywood Studios.


Disney’s Animal Kingdom CHARACTER MEET AND GREETS Character Meet and Greets can be found in the following locations: Conservation Station Entrance to Dinoland Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entrance Camp Minnie-Mickey ENTERTAINMENT Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade It's a rompin' and rollin', afternoon event in Disney's Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Mickey and the gang have packed up a caravan of crazy, colorful safari vehicles to blaze some trails through this wildly imaginative world. Adding to the rhythm of the ride is a herd of giant rolling drums cleverly disguised as exotic animals. Category: Parades & Fireworks Additional Information: For safety and comfort, this is wheelchair accessible.


Typhoon Lagoon OVERVIEW Dive into an exotic, tropical paradise where families can escape to high waves of excitement and cool, relaxing fun. The fun takes place at the foot of Mt. Mayday. Body surf in an over 2.75-million-gallon wave pool. Zip down awesome body slides. Feeling brave? You can even swim with real, live sharks! Humunga Kowabunga Three enclosed speed slides shoot you through rocky caverns at 30 mph! Humunga Kowabunga! Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Shark Reef Snorkel through a coral reef teeming with colorful tropical fish and real, live sharks, too! Disney provides the gear. You provide the nerve. Additional Information: Children under ten must be accompanied by an adult. Storm Slides Swish and swirl through caves and tunnels as you rage down one of three different body slides. Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool Make a splash at one of the world's largest inland wave pools. Relax by a true blue lagoon and a white, sandy beach. Surfing Want even more thrills? For an additional fee, you can enjoy surfing in the huge wave pool. Sessions are available before and after regular operating hours. Group size is limited. Or learn to surf with Craig Carroll's Surf School in a 2 1/2-hour course. Students must be at least eight years old and surfboards will be provided. Call 407-WDW-PLAY (939-7873)* for more information. Gang Plank Falls Families can ride together on this incredible white-water rafting adventure. Keelhaul Falls Zip through caves and waterfalls on this white-water rafting adventure May Day Falls Get set for a slippery trip down rocky falls on this white-water rafting adventure. Castaway Creek Grab a tube for a relaxing trip around the Park. This is paradise! Additional Information: Adult supervision required. Ketchakiddie Creek The tropical fun doesn't stop for the little ones. Treat them to slides, geysers, and fountains -- especially for children ages two to five and their parents.


Blizzard Beach OVERVIEW Florida sun meets alpine snow in the coolest Water Park around. Legend has it that a freak snowstorm resulted in Florida's first ski resort, but when temperatures rose, the Florida sun turned the ski runs into water slides. Now, the thrills peak high atop some of the highest slides on earth. Summit Plummet Get set for a breathtaking 60-mph plunge straight down to a splash landing at the base of the mountain. The staggeringly high ski jump beckons you from anywhere in the Park. Will you answer the challenge? Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Additional Information: Guests with back or neck problems, expectant mothers should not ride. Slush Gusher Speed down a 250-foot snow banked mountain gully at a chilling 35 mph. Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Teamboat Springs The world's longest family white-water raft ride takes three- to five-passenger rafts down a twisting, 1,200-foot series of rushing waterfalls. Don't worry. You're all going down together. Toboggan Racer An eight-lane water slide that sends you racing over exhilarating dips as they descend the "snowy" slopes. Downhill Double Dipper On your mark! Get set! GO!!! The world's only side-by-side racing slides let you make your best time against competitors as you swoosh down twin tube runs at speeds of up to 25mph! Height Requirements: 48 in. minimum Additional Information: Guests with back or neck problems and expectant mothers should not ride. Snow Stormers Zip downhill on a toboggan. Three flumes descend from the top of the mountain and follow a switchback course through slalom gates. Runoff Rapids Hop on to an inner tube run and careen down twisting, turning flumes. Challenge two open slides and one enclosed "black hole." Melt-Away-Bay Splash around in a one acre bobbing wave pool. It's nestled against the base of Mt. Gushmore, and is constantly fed by "melting snow" waterfalls. Cross Country Creek Chill out on a tube as you bob along a lazy creek circling the entire Park. On the way, you'll float through a bone-chilling ice cave. Look out! Once inside the mysterious cave, you'll be splashed with the "melting" ice from overhead. Additional Information: Adult supervision required. Ski Patrol Training Camp This training camp, designed for pre-teens, is equipped with inner-tube slides, a T-bar, culvert slide, and a challenging ice-flow walk along floating icebergs. Tike's Peak Big fun for little tikes. This kid-size version of Mt. Gushmore includes short water slides, rideable critters, a snow-castle, fountain play area, and a squirting ice pond. Height Requirements: 48 in. maximum Chair Lift Sit back as wooden chair lifts, sporting colorful overhead umbrellas with snow skis on their underside, transport you in comfort over the craggy face of Mt. Gushmore, from its base at the beach to its summit. Children must sit in individual seats, and unfortunately are unable to accommodate infants. Height Requirements: 48 in. and under must ride with adult, must be 36 in. to ride. Additional Information: Guests with back or neck problems and expectant mothers should not ride.


Downtown Disney / Marketplace SHOPPING Downtown Disney® area shopping is an attraction in itself. You'll find an incredible selection of unique shops featuring everything from Disney merchandise to sportswear, toys and unusual gifts. World of Disney The most incredible Disney shop on Earth features 10 gigantic themed rooms based on Disney classics, where you'll find a mountain of plush toys plus everything from infant wear and gourmet items to jewelry and intimate apparel. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Disney's Wonderful World of Memories Walt Disney World® branded scrapbook supplies, Disney books, stationery, picture frames, magnets and pens. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace The Art of Disney A one-of-a-kind gallery of Disney animation art and collectibles. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Basin Specializing in bath salts, all-natural hand-carved specialty soaps, bath bubblers and shampoo bars. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Sunglass Icon Offers the greatest number of styles available from many top sunglass manufacturers in the world. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Curl by Sammy Duvall High end Surf Shop which features a selection of trendy surf themed clothing and accessories, skateboards, surfboards, and other watersport gear. Location: Pleasure Island Cirque du Soleil® Boutique Featuring over 300 Cirque du Soleil® souvenirs and products. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Discover Garden Shop An outdoor place to find garden décor, wind chimes, and topiaries. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Disney At Home The focus is on the place where the family gathers to spend time together - the home. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace


Disney's Days of Christmas Year-round holiday shopping experience. Personalization is available. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Arribas Brothers Crystal cutters demonstrate the age-old art of glass sculpting and custom engraving in this treasure trove of hand-crafted gifts and decorative articles from European artists. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop A wide variety of gourmet chocolate and special Ghirardelli® cooking ingredients. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Goofy's Candy Co. A kitchen full of fascinating culinary gadgets, cookbooks and sensational wines. Location: Downtown Disney Marketplace Guitar Gallery™ By George's Music Here, you'll find one-of-a-kind and signature-model guitars from the world's best music artisans. Also, vintage guitars, accessories, books, clothing, and learner packages. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Hoypoloi Check out all the hubbub at this glorious gallery of art glass, ceramics, and sculptures in metal, wood and stone, plus other decorative items. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side LEGO Imagination Center® This one-of-a-kind showplace and retail store features spectacular LEGO® models, interactive outdoor playground and tons of bricks for kids of all ages. Outside the store, a 3,000-square-foot play area is filled with LEGO® blocks and surrounded by larger-than-life LEGO® models. A LEGO® Sea Serpent swims nearby in the lagoon. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Magic Masters Modeled after Harry Houdini's library, you can learn the secrets behind the magic at this upscale shop and take home magic paraphernalia from around the world. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Magnetron We're positive you'll find something you're attracted to in this magnetically charged marketplace of collector-quality magnets. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Mickey's Groove A total shop devoted to Mickey Mouse in celebration of Mickey's 75th Anniversary - featuring clothing, souvenirs, gifts, trading pins, and toys. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Mouse House Disney character merchandise in all shapes and sizes. Location: Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island


Once Upon A Toy It's fun. It's interactive. It's the ultimate place for kids to play. Find brand-new toys and some classics as well. Build your own Theme Park with Walt Disney World® attraction toys. Or, create your own stylish spud at the build-your-own Mr. Potato Head* stations! *©2004 Hasbro. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Planet Hollywood® Retail Store After you experience the movie stars, you can take a piece of Hollywood home with you with Planet Hollywood® themed merchandise. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Pooh Corner Everything from kids' to adults' ready-to-wear apparel, plush toys, accessories, decorative gifts - Winnie the Pooh merchandise at its finest. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Rainforest Café® Shop It's a wild place to shop and eat, with rain forest items from around the world and private-label merchandise. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Sosa Family Cigars The Sosa family now brings fresh, hand-rolled cigars for a primo smoking experience. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Starabilias It's everything ... and more, in a nostalgia-laden showroom full of everything collectible, from key chains and posters to Coca-Cola machines and celebrity photos. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side Summer Sands Offer junior clothing for young men and women featuring brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Roxy, Quick Silver and Hana. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Team Mickey's Athletic Club Sports clothing and equipment with the Team Mickey logo or collegiate and professional team logos, even memorabilia from your favorite sports idol. Location: Downtown Disney® Marketplace Virgin™ Megastore A state-of-the-art music, video, interactive media and book showplace. Take a look at great flicks in one of the 20 video/laser preview stations. Groove to your favorite artists or discover new bands in a gallery of over 300 listening stations. Location: Downtown Disney® West Side ENTERTAINMENT AMC® 24 Pleasure Island Theaters Complex The largest theater complex in the Southeastern United States, with more than 5,000 seats! Supercomfy theater seating and an incredible state-of-the-art sound system make for a movie-going experience you'll never forget. Cirque du Soleil® The daring artistry and acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil® productions have been astounding audiences all over the world. Now experience La Nouba™, a show unlike any you've ever seen, created exclusively for the Walt Disney World® Resort. DisneyQuest® Experience the first-ever, Indoor Interactive Theme Park. Shoot the rapids in a virtual prehistoric world. Hop into a simulator and ride a roller coaster that you design. Fly a magic carpet through an ancient city. Then, dine at The Cheesecake Factory. It's a breakthrough concept in family fun. Guests nine years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult. The House of Blues® It's authentic Mississippi Delta cookin' spiced with live music every night, including blues, R&B, jazz, country, swingin' gospel and more. Top artists perform in the music hall, while Sundays feature the inspiring Gospel Brunch performances. For information, call 407-934-2583*.


MINIATURE GOLF Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course Hippos dance, fountains leap and broomsticks march at this 36-hole miniature golf adventure, based on Disney's classic animated film "Fantasia." Choose Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course for a fantastic escapade, complete with music and interactive obstacles from the film's most famous scenes. Experienced golfers can challenge Fantasia Fairways, complete with par-three and par-four holes ranging from 40 to 75 feet long. Location: Epcot® Resort area, across from the Disney's Hollywood Studios. Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Courses Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf offers two delightful miniature golf courses where Santa and his elves come to play. The Winter course is a fun and exciting challenge for the whole family. From an ice castle to a snowman and a trip to the North Hole, these 18 holes of snow will send a chill through any golfer. The Summer course is pure Florida! From sandcastles to surfboards and a visit with Santa on the Winternet, The Summer is 18 holes of challenging fun in the sun. Location: Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Resort area adjacent to Blizzard Beach Water Park.


RECOMMENDED DAILY ITINARIES Magic Kingdom for Families with Preschoolers This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. This is especially helpful when dealing with preschoolers because many of the attractions that cater to preschoolers are low capacity and get very long lines throughout the day.

If you’d like to visit attractions that your child is too tall for, ask a Cast Member about “baby swap”. They let one adult watch the kid while the other rides, then they let the second adult go to the front of the line. This way you don’t have to wait twice for the same attraction. 1. You’ll enter through Main Street U.S.A. 2. Start your day in Fantasyland, by entering through Cinderella Castle. If the Castle is closed off due to a show, you’ll have to use the path that goes around the Castle moat. 3. Once in Fantasyland head to Peter Pan’s Flight. 4. Pick up a FASTPASS for Peter Pan’s Flight and then head over to ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant. 5. Ride Many Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh. 6. Head over to Tomorrowland. 7. Ride Tomorrowland Indy Speedway. 8. Ride Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin. 9. Go across the park to Adventureland. 10. Walk through Swiss Family Treehouse. 11. Take a spin on the Magic Carpets of Aladdin. 12. Ride Pirates of the Caribbean (May be a little too dark for some kids). 13. Take the rafts to Tom Sawyer’s Island 14. If your kids did ok in Pirates of the Caribbean you might try the Haunted Mansion 16. Visit “it’s a small world” 17. Next watch Mickey’s Philharmagic 18. If your kids meet the 40" height requirement, you might try Big Thunder Mountain (a fairly tame roller coaster that is a good starter for kids. Beware, the first minute is dark and very noisy) Here are recommendations for the rest of the day; they rarely have lines over 30 minutes: Fantasyland

Cinderella's Golden Carrousel Frontierland

Tom Sawyer’s Island (closes at dusk) Adventureland

Jungle Cruise Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland Transit Authority (no lines, and is a great resting attraction) Liberty Square

Liberty Square Riverboat (leaves on the hour and half hour)


Magic Kingdom for Families with Children This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. 1. You’ll enter through Main Street U.S.A. 2. Start your day in Fantasyland, by entering through Cinderella Castle. If the Castle is closed off due to a show, you’ll have to use the path that goes around the Castle moat. 3. Once in Fantasyland head to Peter Pan’s Flight and pick up a FASTPASS. Make sure you make a note of when you can get your next FASTPASS. 4. If the line is less than 20 minutes ride Many Adventures of Winnie-the- Pooh. 5. Head over to Tomorrowland. 6. Ride Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin. 7. Go across the park to Adventureland. 8. Ride Pirates of the Caribbean. 9. Obtain a FASTPASS for Splash Mountain. 10. If the line is less than 45 minutes ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (40” height requirement). 11. Ride Haunted Mansion. 12. Next watch Mickey’s Philharmagic. 13. If you are able to get a third FASTPASS, get it for Space Mountain. (46” height requirement). Here are my recommendations for the rest of the day; they rarely have lines over 30 minutes: Adventureland

Jungle Cruise (after 4:00) Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland Transit Authority (no lines, and is a great resting attraction) Liberty Square

Liberty Square Riverboat (leaves on the hour and half hour) Frontierland

Tom Sawyer’s Island (closes at dusk)


Magic Kingdom for Adults or Thrill Seekers This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. 1. You'll enter through Main Street U.S.A. 2. Take the first left from the center of the park into Adventureland. 3. Travel all the way down Adventureland past the Swiss Family Treehouse, the Magic Carpets of Aladdin and Pirates of the Caribbean. 4. The path will start to curve to the right. 5. Now you will be exiting Adventureland and entering Frontierland. 6. You'll pass Splash Mountain's large drop to your left as you head to its entrance. 7. Obtain a FASTPASS for Splash Mountain. 8. Don't worry about the return time for now, worry about the time it states when you can get your next FASTPASS. 9. Right next door is Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. 10. Unless the line is over 45 minutes ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. 11. Now backtrack to Pirates of the Caribbean and ride (if the line looks really long, don't be too discouraged. Once you get inside the building it's usually about 20-25 minutes). 12. Head out of Adventureland the same way you came in passing Magic Carpets of Aladdin and Swiss Family Treehouse. 13. At this point check your Splash Mountain FASTPASS ticket for when you can obtain your next FASTPASS. 14. If you can obtain a new FASTPASS go across the park into Tomorrowland and obtain a FASTPASS for Space Mountain. If you need to kill some time before you can grab a FASTPASS, ride Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin. 15. At this point you’ve hit the major bottlenecks of the Magic Kingdom. If you skipped Big Thunder Mountain Railroad earlier a good time to visit is after dark 6:00 pm. With the rest of your day I would recommend visiting these attractions. They rarely have lines over 30 minutes. Fantasyland

Mickey's Philharmagic It's a Small World

Liberty Square Haunted Mansion Hall of Presidents (shows on the hour and half-hour) Liberty Square Riverboat (departs on the hour and half-hour)

Adventureland Jungle Cruise (after 4:00 pm) Swiss Family Treehouse (keep in mind there are 127 steps)

Tomorrowland Tomorrowland Transit Authority


Epcot for All Ages This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. 1. Upon arrival head underneath Spaceship Earth (the big golf ball) and stay on the right. 2. You'll pass the Art of Disney Store and Innoventions. 3. You'll see a gap in the buildings on the right. 4. Go through the breezeway and straight ahead is the Land Pavilion. 5. Downstairs is Soarin'. 6. Obtain FASTPASSes for Soarin' (40” height requirement). 7. Make sure to make a note of when you can obtain your next FASTPASS. 8. If the line for the attraction is under 30 minutes this might be a good opportunity to ride. Then you come came back with your FASTPASS to ride for a second time. 9. Exit the Land Pavilion and head down the path to your left. 10. Enter the Seas with Nemo and Friends. 11. After the short ride you'll exit into the main pavilion where there are interactive exhibits. 12. Make sure you check out Turtle Talk with Crush. It’s an impressive showcase of technology where the Crush the animated character from Finding Nemo talks with the audience creating a unique show. 13. After exiting Living Seas head across to the other side of Future World. 14. As soon as you are able obtain a FASTPASS for Test Track (40” height requirement) 15. If you’re interested in riding Mission: Space (44” height requirement), but your child is not tall enough make sure to inquire about a rider switch pass. There is a great playground in the exit area for kids to play in where you can watch them while one adult rides. After the first adult rides the second adult uses the switch pass to skip over the line. That way you’ll only have to wait once. There are two versions. The Orange Team uses a centrifuge (fast moving vehicle) to create high g-forces; the Green Team does not spin but the vehicle does move with the movie (similar to Star Tours). If you suffer from claustrophobia, keep in mind the vehicles are very small. 16. Congratulations! You've now tackled the longest lines in the park. At this point (if you arrived early) you might be ready for lunch. Sunshine Seasons Food Plaza in the Land Pavilion has a wide selection of good quality food. Here are recommendations for the rest of the day; they rarely have lines over 30 minutes: Future World

Spaceship Earth Living with the Land Boat Ride (good attraction to ride while returning to use your

Soarin' FASTPASS) Journey Into Imagination Honey I Shrunk the Audience (loud sounds and tactile special effects might scare kids)

World Showcase American Adventure Show (look in the Times Guide for performance times for the

Voices of Liberty pre-show, they are phenomenal) El Rio Del Tiempo (not the best attraction, but it's air-conditioned and never has a wait) Impressions De France (shows on the hour and half hour)


Disney's Hollywood Studios-Studios This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. 1. Both of the thrill rides at Disney's Hollywood Studios Studios are quite intense for kids, but if the adults want to ride then start by getting a FASTPASS for Rock ‘n Roller Coaster, then ride Tower of Terror using “baby swap” (where one parent watches the kid while the other rides, then the parents switch places). Just ask a Cast Member for assistance. 2. Next watch the Voyage of the Little Mermaid. 3. Check the times guide for show times for Playhouse Disney Live on Stage. Even though you don’t normally need to come early to get into the theater, try to arrive early to get a seat close to the stage. The theater is completely flat so it can be difficult for kids to see over other people’s heads. 4. Next visit the Art of Disney Animation exhibit. If the line is over twenty minutes, enter through the adjacent gift shop. There’s an entrance in the back of the store through sliding doors. By going this way you miss the short presentation at the beginning, but you still get to see all the exhibits. Make sure you walk over to “Be a Character” to take the personality test to find out what Disney character you are most like. There’s also a drawing class so make sure to ask the Cast Member at Animation Academy and ask when the next performance is. 5. At this point you’re going to need to schedule your day around the shows you’re interested in. The shows are: Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular (arrive 30 minutes early on busy days) Lights! Motors! Action! (Arrive 20 minutes early on busy days) Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage (arrive 30 minutes early on busy days) Here are recommendations for the rest of the day; they rarely have lines over 30 minutes:

Great Movie Ride (may be a little too scary for some kids) One Man’s Dream (a great collection of Disney memorabilia, the movie at the

end is ok, but you can also just look at the exhibits and skip the movie) MuppetVision 4D Star Tours (if longer than 20 minutes use FASTPASS) (40” height

requirement) Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure (closes at dusk)


Disney's Animal Kingdom This plan is designed for an arrival before 11:00. If you are planning to arrive after 12:00, the plan will not be as effective.

Try to arrive as close to park opening as possible. 1. If arriving at park opening then head to Kilimanjaro Safaris, if not head to Expedition Everest first. 2. Pick up a FASTPASS for Expedition Everest. 3. If the line for Expedition Everest is less than 30 minutes long than now would be a good time to ride. That way you could ride for a second time later with your FASTPASS. If you have small children who are too short to ride use “baby swap” (where one parent watches the kid while the other rides, then the parents switch places). Ask a Cast Member for assistance. 4. Check your Times Guide for the first show of Finding Nemo: The Musical. Plan to arrive 30 minutes before the show. 5. Ride Kali River Rapids (warning gets you very wet). 6. Check out the Maharajah Jungle Trek, an exhibit with tigers and komodo dragons. 7. Next head into Dinoland U.S.A and ride Primeval Whirl 8. Ride Dinosaur 9. Next check out Festival of the Lion King (plan on arriving about 20 minutes before the show) 10. If you did not visit Kilimanjaro Safaris at the beginning of the day, then visit immediately after Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade. Watch the parade in Africa and right after it ends (the last float features Mickey) walk over to Kilimanjaro Safaris. The line gets a lot smaller during the parade and the animals are more active in the early evening. Other recommendations:

It’s Tough to Be a Bug Don’t overlook the animals around the Tree of Life; there are

kangaroos, lemurs and Galapagos tortoises to discover. Pangani Forest Exploration trail features gorillas, hippos and other

African animals.

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