How early should I go to Epcot?
How early should I go to Epcot? If you are driving to Epcot, aim to be to the parking lot plaza about 1 hour before the parks open. If you are taking the Skyliner, be to your station around 90 minutes before the parks open. If the monorail is running, you'll want to be to the station about 60 minutes before park opening.
What time do EPCOT fireworks start?
When is the show? On most days fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m. at Epcot.
What is the best time of day to go to EPCOT?
The parks tend to reach their highest capacity in mid-afternoon. The crowds will start going down around dinnertime. That means the best time to get through the lines is early in the morning, so come on, get out of bed and let's have some Fun.
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)
Is Epcot better for adults?
EPCOT in general is more geared towards adults than kids, most of the stuff is cultural/educational. Some things I wouldn't miss: Spaceship Earth: it's iconic, due for a full refurbish soon.
Is Epcot worth spending a day at?
In general, you should think of Epcot as a two-day park. There's so much to see and do that you really need a couple of days to enjoy everything without feeling like you're rushing through the park. But we recognize that most people can't or won't give two of their precious days at Disney to Epcot.
How long is Epcot to walk?
Walking Distances at EPCOT EPCOT is more than two times the size of Magic Kingdom, coming in at 300 acres total. Just the walk around World Showcase alone is 1.2 miles. If you walk completely around Future World and World Showcase, you'll be at 3 miles easily.
Is Epcot better in morning or afternoon?
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.
Are there a lot of rides at Epcot?
There are eleven true rides at Epcot. There are more “attractions” that don't involve moving vehicles, but there are eleven actual rides with moving vehicles.
Can you do EPCOT in 1 day?
While there is a lot to see and do, you can easily fit in your favorite attractions during a single day at Epcot. Additionally, don't overdo it with food and drinks. Only get your favorite dishes and split drinks with others in your group.
How long should you stay in Epcot?
Of course, with so much to ride, eat, see, and do, you could spend at least one full day at Epcot, and some guests staying for a week opt to visit more than once, coming back another afternoon to take advantage of the restaurants and entertainment.
How do you avoid lines at EPCOT?
Go Early If you want to avoid long lines there's no simpler way than to wake up early and get to the park before it opens. Whether you have access to early entry or not, being at the park entrance before it opens will save you lots of time. Usually, you can get in 2-3 rides during the first hour of park operation.
How hard is it to park at Epcot?
Standard Epcot parking costs $25. Preferred parking goes up to $50 on peak days. In contrast to parking at Magic Kingdom, parking at the other three parks is quite straightforward. Almost every time we've driven to the parks, we've been close enough to walk to the parks.
Which Disney World park requires the most walking?
EPCOT. EPCOT is Disney World's theme park at which you will do the most walking! For example, it is roughly 0.85 miles from the front entrance of EPCOT to the rear of the park.
What is the most crowded day at EPCOT?
We've noticed a slight uptick in crowds on Thursdays, and a more significant one on Fridays. Still, not nearly as bad as Saturday or Sunday. Even though the impact on wait times isn't terrible, Epcot is the one park we try to avoid on Saturday and Sunday if at all possible.
Is EPCOT walkable?
EPCOT is my favorite Walt Disney World Theme Park! But many people wonder how much walking they will have to do. It's also a very big one with lots of walking required. Disney's theme parks require full days of walking, but EPCOT will certainly get your step count up for the day!
Will Epcot let you in early?
What Is Early Entry at Epcot? Guests of Disney hotels and select partner hotels have access to each of the four Disney theme parks—including Epcot—every day, 30 minutes before the scheduled opening.
Is EPCOT free after 7pm?
The Disney After Hours at EPCOT event takes place from 10.00pm to 1.00am. You can get a head start on the fun by entering EPCOT at 7.00pm. You do not need a Disney park reservation or additional ticket to enter EPCOT after 7.00pm.
How do I spend my whole day at EPCOT?
Basic Outline of an Epcot Day Our basic approach to Epcot is to start with rides, take a lap around the World Showcase, ride a few more rides, take a second lap around the World Showcase, finish the rides, and finish our day.
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.