Do you have to reserve a day at Epcot?


Do you have to reserve a day at Epcot? Theme park reservations are required to enter a theme park through January 8, 2024. Beginning January 9, 2024, theme park reservations will no longer be required for date-based tickets. For other admission types, theme park reservations may be required.


Can you go into Epcot just for dinner?

Unfortunately, there isn't an option for a dining ticket or ticket that only grants you entry to the theme park for part of the day. So if you will be visiting Epcot for dinner, you could definitely spend a full day exploring the attractions, entertainment, dining and magic in the theme park.


What is the longest wait time at Epcot?

EPCOT. At EPCOT, the highest wait time was Remy's Ratatouille Adventure at 80 minutes, followed by Frozen Ever After at 73 minutes, and Test Track was next at 55 minutes. Here's a full look: Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along: 0 minutes.


Can you buy a day pass for EPCOT?

Admission to EPCOT® for one (1) day. (1 Theme Park per day; no hopping, no water parks). Ticket must be used on the start date of the Ticket. Visiting more than one theme park on the same day requires the Park Hopper® Option (which is not included in the Disney Ticket).


Is EPCOT free after 6pm?

You do not need a park reservation or additional ticket to enter the park at or after 7:00 PM. If you plan to arrive earlier than 7:00 PM, valid theme park admission will be required. A theme park reservation for EPCOT may also be required.


How much is a 1 day EPCOT ticket?

EPCOT tickets cost between $114 and $179. Disney's Hollywood Studios tickets cost between $124 and $179. Disney's Animal Kingdom tickets cost between $109 and $159.


Is Epcot as crowded as Magic Kingdom?

Epcot may not reach capacity as often as Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom, but some days are still better than others. For the shortest waits at Epcot, aim to visit: Tuesdays and Wednesdays (top pick) Mondays and Thursdays (second best, however Thursday evenings can sometimes be a little rowdy)


Do you need a full day for Epcot?

EPCOT is arguably the least family-friendly park at Walt Disney World, so you may not need more than a few hours to do everything of interest if you have small children. With that said, a full day at EPCOT is highly recommended for first-timers.


What ticket do you need for EPCOT?

That means that you'll need both valid admission and a Disney Park Pass reservation to enter (note that if your ticket has park hopper permissions, you'll only need to make a Park Pass reservation for the first park you'll be hopping to).


Can you enter EPCOT without a ticket?

Nothing makes us happier than helping fellow Guests plan a magical visit to the Walt Disney World Resort! All Guests ages 3 and up are required to have valid theme park tickets to enter a theme park.


Is EPCOT better in the morning or Evening?

Suffice to say, EPCOT attendance increases throughout the day because more people arrive than leave, and wait times remain fairly steady for a lot of attractions. From a strategic perspective, the best time to do EPCOT is before noon, not in the afternoon or at night.


Is Epcot a full day park?

EPCOT is arguably the least family-friendly park at Walt Disney World, so you may not need more than a few hours to do everything of interest if you have small children. With that said, a full day at EPCOT is highly recommended for first-timers.


Does EPCOT open earlier than 11?

The next thing you need to know is that Park Hours at EPCOT are no longer as favorable for Early Entry as they were last year around this same time. Currently, EPCOT opens to the general public at 9 am, as compared to 8 am or 8:30 am for much of last year.


Can you go to a Disney park without a reservation after 2PM?

You don't need a parks pass reservation for any parks you visit after 2PM after you visit your first park, however you do need to start your day at that first park with a parks pass reservation. You cannot simply show up at any park after 2PM if you haven't first used a park pass reservation to visit a park.


What is the Disney 2pm rule?

You now can only park hop AFTER 2PM. So you'll have to wait until well after lunchtime if you're planning on visiting another park. However, this rule is different for Annual Passholders.


Which is better Epcot or Hollywood Studios?

Epcot is a lot more relaxed, theres a few good rides but there is the world showcase for you to explore there is also fireworks every night . I would go for HS but it would be very close. If Pixar is important definitely Hollywood Studios.


What day is Epcot least crowded?

As a general rule of thumb the best day of the week to visit EPCOT typically tends to be Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. We would recommend visiting on a Wednesday during the festivals mentioned above.


What is a day pass at Epcot?

Admission to EPCOT® for one (1) day. (1 Theme Park per day; no hopping, no water parks). Ticket must be used on the start date of the Ticket. Visiting more than one theme park on the same day requires the Park Hopper® Option (which is not included in the Disney Ticket).