Magic Kingdom
Disney park hours change frequently, and Disney has a variety of events that allow early and late access to their theme parks. In this post we discuss the typical hours at Magic Kingdom and how to get access to early and late hours at the park.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a flagship event of the Christmas season, and really the entire year, at Walt Disney World! Here’s everything you need about this spectacular holiday event!
Christmas has arrived at Magic Kingdom! From decorations to the Jingle Cruise to food to merchandise, we’ll have you covered with Christmas updates from Magic Kingdom all season long!!
In this post we discuss rope drop strategy and Early Entry strategy at Magic Kingdom. We cover everything you need to know to start your day right at Magic Kingdom, including where to start at Magic Kingdom with and without Lightning Lanes, planning to get on Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and how to make the most of the Early Entry perk if you have it.
Learn everything you need to know about Magic Kingdom Lightning Lanes! We've got the Magic Kingdom Lightning Lane priorities, rides and tips to help you get the most out of Multi Pass and Single Pass. Find out what the best rides to use Multi Pass for at Magic Kingdom are and how to make sure you skip the lines!
In this post, I set out to rank all the rides at Walt Disney World! Obviously the list is mostly subjective, but I try to give some justification for every slot. Disagree? Sound off in the comments with your favorite Disney World rides!
Interested in Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the flagship Disney World halloween event? Then this is the place for you! In our combined review and guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!
Welcome to our (finally) updated Magic Kingdom One Day Itinerary post. In this post we walk through a day at Magic Kingdom, from waking up early to make your Lightning Lane reservations (if you’re going that route), to arriving at the park, rope drop, meals, fun things that aren’t rides, cavalcades, the nighttime show, some late night strategy, and everything in between! Let’s get to planning the most Magical day possible!
Our guide to the rides of Magic Kingdom, including which ones are best, which have height restrictions, which you can skip, and anything else you’re wondering about these rides!
In this post, we’ll break down the different ways to meet characters at Walt Disney World. We’ll also explain where you can get the best information about which characters meet when, and where they meet.
Meeting Mickey Mouse is an essential part of any trip to Walt Disney World. Luckily, there are several different ways to meet Mickey. In this post, we’ll discuss the different locations for meeting Mickey, including what outfit you can expect to catch him in, how to check wait times, and which greetings are on FastPass+.
It’s only in the past few years that alcohol has been served at Magic Kingdom, so many people don’t know the ins and outs of where to find it. Unlike the other three parks at Walt Disney World, you won’t find alcohol openly served or carried in the park. You have to know the few spots to go get it, and why you might want to leave the park to get some instead. Read on to learn all about where to get alcohol at Magic Kingdom!
If you’re planning an adults only trip to Walt Disney World, Magic Kingdom is probably the biggest question mark on your list. It’s the most popular theme park in the world and the flagship park of Walt Disney World Resort, but it’s still mostly for kids…right? In this post, we’ll cover everything adults need to know about Magic Kingdom, from how long you’ll need to which rides to target to alcohol. Read on to learn all about Magic Kingdom for adults!
In this post, we discuss the best rides for toddlers at Magic Kingdom. Really, this post is more broad and covers pretty much all the activities offered for toddlers at Magic Kingdom, so we really recommend you read the entire thing rather than just the top ten list. None of the rides or attractions on this page have height requirements.
In this post, we give a brief review of Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, a quick service restaurant at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Read on to learn all about Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe!
In this post, we give a brief review of Tortuga Tavern, a quick service restaurant at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Read on to learn all about Tortuga Tavern!
For many families, an essential part of the dream of a Disney World vacation is meeting a princess or two…or three…or ten. Some people need to meet just that specific princess, and others want to see as many as possible. In this post, we’ll discuss where you can meet princesses at Disney World.
Need to grab a bite at Magic Kingdom but don’t know where to go? Here’s your list of the best Magic Kingdom quick service restaurants! Not only do we cover the six best places for a quick bite in the Magic Kingdom, but we cover all the restaurants Disney qualifies as “quick service”, noting the best options at each!
In this post, we give a brief review of Pinocchio Village Haus, a quick service restaurant at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Read on to learn all about Pinocchio Village Haus!
In this post, we give a brief review of Columbia Harbour House, a quick service restaurant at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Specializing in quick seafood and with a great location you might walk past, this is one of our favorite spots at Magic Kingdom. Read on to learn all about Columbia Harbour House!
The Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party is a ticketed event that offers the opportunity to enjoy unlimited desserts and VIP viewing for the nighttime fireworks show, Happily Ever After, at Magic Kingdom. In this post, we review the event, walking you through the basics of planning and booking, the event itself, and our analysis of whether it’s worth it. Read on to learn all about the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party at Magic Kingdom!
In this post we’ll cover (hopefully) everything you need to know about Starbucks at Disney World, including what to expect from the Starbucks locations in the park (spoiler—you can pay with your Starbucks card).
In this post, we review Magic Kingdom After Hours, a ticketed event at Magic Kingdom that allows guests access to the park in the late night hours with lower crowds. We cover everything from purchasing tickets to how long the waits are. Read on to learn all about Magic Kingdom After Hours!
Keys to the Kingdom is on a lot of Disney fans' bucket lists. This tour of Magic Kingdom offers a ton for even the most knowledgeable Disney fans, including some awesome "backstage" magic. Here's our review of Disney's Keys to the Kingdom Tour!
This week’s Photopass Friday focuses on the rides of Magic Kingdom. Throughout, we’ll talk about the photos but also about the rides and when / how we suggest riding them.
The Magic Kingdom Festival of Fantasy Parade Dining Package includes a table service lunch at Tony’s Town Square and VIP parade viewing for the daily Festival of Fantasy Parade. In this post, we’ll walk you through this package, including how to book it, a brief look at Tony’s, a look at the VIP parade viewing, and an explanation of how you might decide whether or not it’s worth it. Read on to learn all about the Magic Kingdom parade dining package!
In this post, we review Disney Villains After Hours, a ticketed event at Magic Kingdom that allows guests access to the park in the late night hours with lower crowds and special villains themed entertainment, food, and merchandise. We cover everything from purchasing tickets to ride overlays to entertainment and merchandise. Read on to learn all about Magic Kingdom Villains After Hours!
Is Disney World too crowded for you? In this post, we’ll help you find places to avoid the crowds at Disney World. For each of the four theme parks, we’ll list spaces or attractions where you might find a little more breathing room. We’ll also highlight one space or route to avoid during high crowds.
Be Our Guest remains one of the most sought-after dining reservations at Disney World, due in large part to its beautiful dining rooms. In this review of breakfast at Be Our Guest, we’ll discuss reservations, check-in, service, food, and—of course—the beauty of Belle and Beast’s castle. Read on to learn all about breakfast at Be Our Guest!
Yum! Dole Whip! This tasty treat has become the stuff of Disney parks legend since its introduction in the 1980s. It’s so popular that it finds itself featured on a variety of Disney parks merchandise! In this post, we’ll explain what Dole Whip is, where you can get it, and everything else you need to know about Dole Whip at Walt Disney World!