Category: Entertainment

No trip to Walt Disney World would be complete without a visit to Disney Springs. In recent years, Disney has completely redesigned the old Downtown Disney location and turned it into something beautiful. With entertainment and dining options that appeal to guests of all ages, Disney has managed to create a space where everyone can find something to enjoy.

Disney Springs encompasses four neighborhoods: the Westside and Marketplace, plus The New Landing and Town Center. The Orange garage is located near the Westside, while the Lime garage offers direct access to the city center. Both are free and use clever technology to get you to open points.

If you are planning to go to Disney Springs, it is probably for shopping or dining, or maybe to get a “dose of Disney” in a day you are not going to the theme parks, or to dine at one of the restaurants there. Here are some things to know before you go.

Shopping is a big attraction to the Disney Springs market area, where the insanely large World of Disney store dominates this area. Do not separate yourself from your group in this store or you will probably never see them again. Although the big selection at World of Disney is good, I can’t say I’ve ever found anything I didn’t want to find anywhere else. Since it’s much bigger than any other store on the property, it must have things that other stores don’t have. It’s definitely a good one-stop-shop.

Achieving 400 feet in the air in the world’s largest tied helium balloon is a family experience that will not be forgotten soon. Characters in Flight accommodate up to 29 people per trip and offers passengers a breathtaking view of the areas around Disney Springs. This exciting ride can be found on the west side of Disney Springs, near Splitsville.

Admission to Disney Springs is free, and anyone is allowed on the property, whether they are staying at a Disney resort or not. Uber drop off and pick up are located on the Westside near Cirque du Soleil. Disney Springs opens at 10am and is open until midnight and later on weekends. The complex really comes to life at night with live music and entertainment on the streets.