Looking for tips on how to visit Walt Disney World in one day? What to do? How do you make the most of your one day at Disney?
Here are a few tips to make sure to get the most out of your trip.
1. Pick the right day – Crowd levels vary and you can find days within a week that are better than others. Of course Spring Break and holidays will be the busiest, but it can also be busy around the marathons and special events. As a travel agent I can help you pick the perfect day for your Disney visit and decide which park to visit. There are a few factors to consider:
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The park hours – you probably won’t want to pick a day that the parks close early for a special event.
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The crowd levels – weekdays tend to be less busy.
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Closures and special events – consult the Disney calendars to know which events or closures are happening.
2. Plan your day – make a list of the rides you do not want to miss and the character photos you want to get. Book your Fastpass+ experiences ahead of time (up to 60 days before you arrive for resort guests and 30 days for off site guests). Plan where you would like to get lunch and make a dining reservation if needed. Don’t waste your time trying to decide while you are in the parks or waiting to eat because you did not make a reservation.
3. Get to the park before it opens – You want to be the first people in line, to enter the park. But also to see the opening gate drop. Most of the crowds start to get heavy around 10 am, so if you are there at opening you can avoid some lines or get your favorite character photos.
4. Use the Fastpass – They are free! I am always surprised by how many people think they need to pay for the Fastpass. Be sure to read this article on how to use Fastpasses.
5. Don’t try to do it all! – It is ok if you can not do everything. It is better to enjoy the time you are there then to feel like you have to rush from place to place. If a wait time is too extended decide f you will skip it or come back. Even though this is your one day, you should enjoy it!!
6. Understand the wait times – Certain rides have longer waits than others. As your travel agent I can help you plan your day to get to those rides and reserve some of the less popular rides for later.
7. Buy your ticket ahead of time on the Disney website. I have not found a cheap and reliable option for a one day ticket, but if you buy it ahead of time you will save valuable time at the gate.
The fact is that if you only have one day you may not be able to do everything. Especially if you choose Magic Kingdom. But with some help, planning and patience you will be able to enjoy it!
Learn more about the Walt Disney World Parks including attractions, secrets, tips and more. Plus my friends at Destinations in Florida can help you plan your perfect Walt Disney World vacation.
(Thanks Patti!)