Disney Springs is a large outdoor shopping and entertainment area. Disney Springs is a perfect destination to walk the pathways, browse the sights, stores and take in the sounds. See below for 21 free, or almost free, things to do at Disney Springs.
1. Free Admission
Admission is free, it costs nothing to get in, making Disney Springs the perfect non-park ticket day activity. Consider heading here on arrival or departure day.
2. Photo Opportunity inside DisneyStyle
Stop inside the store, DisneyStyle for a fun photo opportunity. Guests can sit in a stationary tea cup!
3. Orlando Harley- Davidson Store
For another fun photo opportunity, head to the Orlando Harley- Davidson Store and sit on a motorcycle for a picture.
4. Listen to Christmas Music
For an opportunity to hear Christmas music any time of the year, visit Days of Christmas. Have a jolly time browsing holiday décor.
5. Earl of Sandwich
Stop by Earl of Sandwich for an inexpensive lunch when you sign up for the Earl of Sandwich Loyalty Club. You will usually get an offer when you sign up.
6. The Basin
Browse all-natural bath, body and hair care at The Basin. Step inside to the marketplace store to try sample hand lotions and hand scrubs.
7. The Marketplace Carousel
Featuring 16 handcrafted horses, is the Marketplace Carousel. Cost is $3.00 per guest. Guests must be at least 42″ to ride alone, and under 42″ with an adult (who will not have to pay a separate fee when accompanying).
8. Visit the Splash Pad
For a hot day, the Splash Pad is Disney Springs is a fun area to cool down in. Bring an extra change of clothes or bathing suit, since children will be attracted to the water.
9. Live Performers
There is often someone singing, or even performers walking around or stationed. There is a stage with seating across from The World of Disney that has a large array of musical performers.
10. Starbucks
Grab a coffee or even wine, and explore a 4,000 sq ft Starbucks found on the West Side. Unique, beyond the grass roof outside are art made out of moss inside, a fireplace, with interactive video walls and more.
11. Sprinkles
In the mood for a sweet treat? Stop by Sprinkles where the cupcakes are baked fresh everyday. Gourmet cupcakes are just $4.95, plus try the cupcake ATM for a unique experience.
12. Goofy’s Candy Co.
Watch some sweet treats being made at Goofy’s Candy Co. by talented cast members. You may even ask for a sample of Goofy’s Glaciers here.
13. Take a Train Ride
The cost is $3 per ride or 2 rides for $5, on the Marketplace Train Express. Find in the Marketplace area. Children under 48″ must ride with an adult (the adult will not be charged with a child under 48″).
14. Marketplace Stage
Relax outside the Marketplace Stage where concerts are held for kids dance parties to full bands.
15. Free Boat Ride
A Boat ride is transportation offered for guests of Walt Disney World resorts. Venture down the Sassagoula River on a boat ride to explore Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside resorts and back again to Disney Springs.
16. The Art of Disney
Stop inside The Art of Disney, in the Marketplace area. Admire beautiful art and collectibles. It is like stepping into an art gallery, sometimes even with artists creating on site. For an inexpensive souvenir, buy a postcard.
17. T-Rex Cafe
If you want to explore a fun restaurant, visit the T-Rex Cafe where kids and kids at heart can dig in the Paleo Zone. This inside area, is a large sandbox and shaded for parents.
18. The Rainforst Cafe
Another fun interactive restaurant is The Rainforest Café. Not only is the gift shop a wild time, catch a glimpse of the colorful fish in the tanks and hear sounds of the amazon while you browse.
19. The Lego Store
Inside and outside the store are amazing familiar characters sculpted out of Legos. In addition to the fun photo opportunities, there are play stations inside The Lego Store.
20. PhotoPass Studio
The PhotoPass Studio is a nice stop for unique indoor photos. For those guests who have purchased Memory Maker, the pictures are included.
21. Hidden Mickeys
Walt Disney World is full of hidden Mickeys, spend some time at Disney Springs searching for Hidden Mickeys too.
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Jessica henry says
Hi! Thank you for putting this list together!
I was wondering if you could possibly put together a list of places and restaurants at Disney springs that have rewards programs with freebies for signing up?
Sylvia Rivera says
I WOULD LIVE.TO GO TO DISNEY SPRINGS
J Valentin says
We are here now. Your brother says hola.