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You might be thinking that your tiny kids won’t enjoy the experience of Epcot. Please don’t think that Epcot is only for adults! Even the smallest Disney fans will enjoy a relaxing day at Epcot. There are special areas scattered throughout the park called Kidcot Fun Stops. This is where the kids can do an activity and interact with Cast Members. There are also plenty of Character Greeting opportunities in Epcot. So strap the little ones in a stroller and take on the world – all in one day!
My family usually visits Epcot on our second day of our vacation, after the Magic Kingdom. My kids really enjoy the fun technology of Future World and love wandering amongst the countries of the World Showcase (and sampling the food!) Our favorite things in Epcot are Soarin’ and the Illuminations fireworks extravaganza each night. We are a huge firework-loving family and sometimes manage to see Illuminations three or four times in a single trip! While all the nighttime entertainment across the entire Disney World Resort is superb, Illuminations at Epcot will always be our favorite. We love it so much that we frequently listen to the soundtrack at home!
Getting to and from Disney’s Epcot Center is sometimes an attraction in itself! There are many transportation modes available, including buses, monorails, boats and trams. Be sure to know the location of the pickup/drop off point for whichever mode you choose. My boys absolutely love the excitement of riding the monorail, but they are just as entertained by the novelty of riding the Disney buses, since that is not something they do at home!
Upon entering Disney World Epcot Center, you will find yourself in Future World at Spaceship Earth. Be sure to stop at Guest Relations right next door to pick up Park Maps and Showtime Schedules. You can also make ticket upgrades, dining reservations, find out where you can meet the characters, or pick up Disney Dollars or Birthday Buttons. The Cast Members at Guest Relations can pretty much help with any questions or concerns you may have. This is also the location of the Lost and Found.
You can find Epcot tips, show times and even attraction wait times at the digitized Guest Information Board in Innoventions Plaza just past Spaceship Earth.
Some other important locations at the Disney World Epcot Center:
| Guest Relations | at Entrance Plaza on the right |
| Guest Relations | at Innoventions East |
| Guest Information Board | Innoventions Plaza |
| Camera Center | Entrance Plaza |
| Camera Center | World traveler at International Gateway |
| Baby Care Center | Odyssey Center |
| First Aid | Odyssey Center |
| Lockers | on the right under Spaceship Earth |
| ATM | Main Entrance on left |
| ATM | walkway between Future World and World Showcase |
| ATM | The American Adventure |
| Package Pickup | next to City Hall |
| Stroller Rental | Main Entrance on left |
| Stroller Rental | International Gateway |
| Wheel Chair Rental | Main Entrance on left |
| Wheel Chair Rental | International Gateway |
The Disney World Epcot Center is open daily throughout the year.
Park Hours vary by season and sometimes depend on Epcot Special Events. Epcot also has Extra Magic Hours. This is when the park opens early or remains open late on certain days during the week. Guests staying at one of the Disney Resorts can take advantage of these extra hours.
Live entertainment and fireworks displays are a big part of the day during a Disney vacation. Disney World Epcot Center definitely delivers in this area! Throughout the day there are numerous live performances in both the World Showcase and Future World. Be sure to grab a Times Guide when you enter the park so you don’t miss out on these outstanding shows.
We particularly enjoy the acrobats in China and drummers in Japan. My sons really got a kick out of the JAMMitors in Future World! Try to see some of the shows – you won’t regret it.
Whatever you do, please don’t miss the grand finale of a day at Epcot – the fireworks!! Illuminations: Reflections of Earth is a breathtaking kaleidoscope of fireworks, color, and light all set to an incredible and moving score and lyrics. This truly is a spectacular way to finish a day.
Learn more about Epcot in one of the Behind the Scenes Tours:
- Behind the Seeds at Epcot
- Backstage Magic
- The UNDISCOVERed Future World
- Seas Aqua Tour
- Epcot Dive Quest
- Dolphins in Depth
- Around the World at Epcot
Disney World Epcot Center dining offers an array of culinary fare. There are a multitude of Table Service restaurants (ADRs are strongly recommended), many Counter Service locations, and a plethora of places to grab a snack or a quick bite. Character Dining is also available at certain meals and restaurants.
Each pavilion or country in Epcot thoroughly presents its theme with authentic costumes, food, and landscaping. Below you will find a listing of all the sections of Disney World Epcot Center, along with the attractions, shops, and dining options offered in each.
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Photo above obtained by using Google Earth. Click here to |
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Universe of Energy Future World | |
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Mission: Space Future World | |
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Innoventions Future World | |
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The Seas with Nemo and Friends Future World | |
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Photo above obtained by using Google Earth. Click here to |
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China World Showcase | |
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Italy World Showcase | |
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The American Adventure World Showcase | |
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Japan World Showcase | |
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Enjoy your visit to the Disney World Epcot Center!
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