Have a plan B for rainy days. For example, Innoventions in Epcot’s Future World, DisneyQuest Interactive Theme Park and the Lego Imagination Center at Downtown Disney are all good indoor options.
Hand-feed sea lions, dolphins and stingrays in various areas. Check feeding times when you arrive at the park and plan to get there early so you don’t miss out (additional costs apply).
The Astronaut Hall of Fame is located about seven miles from the main visitor centre so don’t forget to stop by on your way back to Orlando. Admission to The Kennedy Space Center also gives you free access to this attraction. It takes about 50 minutes to drive from International Drive to The Kennedy Space Center, or around 75 minutes from the Kissimmee area.
Guided tours, led by experienced education specialists, take guests behind the scenes where they can witness the rehabilitation of rescued animals or even touch a shark or penguin. Tours can be easily booked at the front entrance.
Guests staying at Universal’s onsite hotels receive free Universal Express ride access at participating attractions. Just present your hotel room key card at most of the rides and attractions to jump the queues. You’ll feel like a VIP! A minimum two night stay is needed for three days of park entry.
Guests staying at Universal’s on-site hotels are allowed access to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter an hour before other visitors.
When arriving or leaving Magic Kingdom on the monorail, why not be a guard on the monorail? You get to shout “All Aboard!” and are given a certificate to keep.
Give the kids a disposable camera so they can take their own photos.
Upon entry, you’ll immediately encounter graceful Commerson’s dolphins at play. Check the signs posted nearby, or ask an education team member, for updates on feeding times and have the opportunity to learn even more about these animals through the team of animal care specialists.
Get to Hollywood Boulevard 20 minutes before the start of the Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun! Parade to secure the best viewing position