Epcot is one of our favorite places because there is always something to do! So much so, that even though we’ve been to Epcot oh so many times, we still have not seen it all. While there is SO MUCH to do be sure to take a mini-break over at the Disney Boardwalk just through the International Gateway between France and the U.K. Check out everything on the EPCOT Checklist you can do, see and eat during your next visit.
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Everything to Do at EPCOT Walt Disney World
No matter when your next visit to Walt Disney World is, get started with this list of attractions, restaurants, touring plans, and more. Everything you need to build the perfect Disney Vacation.
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- EPCOT Park Hours, Rides, Restaurants, and Activities
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- Walt Disney World 2023 Calendar of Events
Know for its nonstop annual festivals, EPCOT Park is also home to the Behind the Seeds Tour; well worth the time if you’re interested in the ways Disney’s spectacular food gets on the table.
What’s the Best Day to Visit Epcot?
Weekdays at Epcot are usually safe. Since this is one of the food and drink meccas in Orlando, Florida, you can bet that weekends and evenings get pretty packed, and if you’re there during a festival of any kind avoid the weekends completely. Check out the full post on the Best Days to Visit Walt Disney World for a sample itinerary.
Epcot Restaurants
With a variety of cultures represented in Epcot’s World Showcase, there are tons of food options here! Check out all the Best Restaurants in Epcot so you can find your new favorite place to eat at Epcot. Read the Reviews: EPCOT Park Restaurants
Where to Find the Best Snacks in EPCOT
Looking for the Best Snacks in EPCOT? From the American Dream slushy to the Cronuts, we’ve rounded up our favorite Epcot Snacks so far! And the ones most worth your Disney Snack Dollars! Check out our New Snacks at Disney post for even more snacks to try. And if you’re up for savory snacks, we’ve pulled together the Best Non-Dessert Snacks at Disney too.
Epcot Transportation
If Driving: Just park! While Epcot’s parking lot is nowhere as big as Magic Kingdom’s it’s still quite a hike to the main gates, so be ready to hike it, or grab a tram from your car.
From the Monorail: Epcot is available on the monorail that attaches to the TTC (which attaches to the rail serving the Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Contemporary Resorts, and also the Magic Kingdom). But make sure you’re on the Epcot monorail and not the Magic Kingdom one.
From the Boat: Epcot can be reached by a small ferry if you’re staying at the Swan and Dolphin or any of the Boardwalk resorts. You can also grab the boat back to the Boardwalk area and the International Gateway if you take the ferry from Hollywood Studios.
By Bus: Every resort bus goes to Epcot, but you can also catch a bus from Disney Springs to any resort and then transfer to an Epcot bus if you’re not staying on-site.
EPCOT Park Guide
GUIDE LEGEND: ( TS)= Table Service, Reservation Recommended (QS) = Quick Service, Walk-Up Counter. (S) = Snack
World Celebration
Attractions
▢ Spaceship Earth
Photo Ops
▢Bubble Gum Wall at the exits of Spaceship Earth. Check out our Instagram Wall post to see them all.
Shopping
▢ Creations Shop
World Discovery
Photo Ops
▢ Rose Gold Wall at Mission Space
Attractions
▢ Mission: SPACE
▢ Test Track
▢ Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind
▢ Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival
▢ Journey into Imagination with Figment
Restaurants
▢ Refreshment Station ( S)
▢ Taste Track (S)
▢ Space 220 Restaurant ( TS, Lounge)
World Nature
Photo Ops
▢Toothpaste Wall at Coral Reef Restaurant
Attractions
▢ The Seas with Nemo and Friends
▢ Soarin’
▢ Living with the Land
▢ Awesome Planet
Restaurants
▢ Sunshine Seasons (QS)
▢ The Garden Grill (TS)
▢ Coral Reef Restaurant(TS)
World Showcase
Games
▢ Ducktales World Showcase Adventure
▢ KidCot Fun Stops
Outdoor Kitchens
▢ Refreshment Outpost ( S)
▢ Refreshment Port ( S)
Mexico
Attractions
▢ Gran Fiesta Tour starring the Three Caballeros
▢ Mariachi Cobre
Restaurants
▢ La Hacienda de Angel ( TS)
▢ La Cantina de San Angel | Mexico Pavilion ( S)
▢ San Angel Inn Restaurante ( TS)
▢ Choza de Margarita ( S)
▢ La Cava del Tequila ( Lounge)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Donald Duck
Norway
Attractions
▢ Frozen Ever After
Restaurants
▢ Akershus Royal Banquet Hall ( TS)
▢ Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe ( S)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Meet Anna and Elsa at the Royal Sommerhus
China
Attractions
▢ Dragon Legend Acrobats
▢ Yong Feng Shangdian Shop
▢ China Circlevision 360
Restaurants
▢ Lotus Blossom Cafe (QS)
▢ Nine Dragons ( TS)
▢ Joy of Tea (S)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Mulan
Germany
Restaurants
▢ Biergarten (TS)
▢ Karamell-Kuche ( S)
▢ Sommerfest(QS)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Snow White
Shopping
▢ die Weihnachts Ecke Christmas Shoppe
Italy
Restaurants
▢ Gelateria Toscana ( S)
▢ Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria ( TS)
▢ Taglio Pizza Window (QS)
▢ Gelati (S)
▢ Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar (Lounge)
▢ Tutto Italia Ristorante (TS)
America
Attractions
▢ The American Adventure
Restaurants
▢ Fife and Drum ( S) | American Dream
▢ Regal Eagle Smokehouse and BBQ ( QS)
▢ Block & Hans (QS)
Japan
Attractions
▢ Matsuriza Japanese Drummers
Restaurants
▢ Teppan Edo ( TS)
▢ Tokyo Dining ( TS)
▢ Kabuki Cafe (QS)
▢ Katsura Grill (QS)
Shopping
▢ Mitsukoshi Department Store
Morocco
Attractions
▢ Matboukha Groove Live Music
Restaurants
▢ Tangierine Cafe ( S)
▢ Restaurant Marrakesh (TS)
▢ Spice Road Table ( QS)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Aladdin and Jasmine
France
Attractions
▢ Serveur Amusant Acrobats
▢ La Maison du Vin Shopping
▢ Beauty and the Beast Sing-A-Long
▢ Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
Restaurants
▢ Chefs de France ( TS)
▢ Les Halles Boulangerie Patisserie ( QS)
▢ L’Artisan des Glaces ( S)
▢ Monsieur Paul (TS)
▢ Les Vins des Chefs de France (QS)
▢ La Creperie de Paris ( TS and QS)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Belle and Aurora
United Kingdom
Restaurants
▢ Rose and Crown Dining Room (TS)
▢ Rose and Crown Pub (Lounge)
▢ UK Beer Cart (S)
▢ Yorkshire County Fish Shop (QS)
Character Meet and Greet
▢ Mary Poppins, Alice, and Winnie the Pooh
Shopping
▢ The Tea Caddy Tea Shop
Canada
Attractions
▢ Victoria Gardens Walk and Waterfall
▢ Canada Far and Wide
Restaurants
▢ La Cellier Steakhouse (TS)
Shopping
▢ Canadian Trading Post
Epcot Studios Shows, Festivals, and Parades
▢ Nighttime Spectacular
Whether we’re trying the food at the International Food and Wine Festival, admiring the flowers at the Flower and Garden Festival, or watching the artists at the International Festival of the Arts EPCOT is one of the best places if you’re looking for some extra fun on your vacation.
Early Entry Hours and Breaks
Early Entry Hours in the morning or evening are always a treat but be sure to make the most of it.
- Don’t book your early breakfast reservations (which do get you early access to the park) on Early Theme Park Entry days.
- Save the busiest rides for morning or evening magic hours. Don’t waste a Genie+ Lightning Lane at these times, fewer people in the parks mean a much shorter wait at rides.
- Plan for the long day. Break up the park day by stopping over at a Boardwalk Resort to relax.
EPCOT Disney World Map
To zoom in click the image links here Epcot Park Map Page One | Epcot Park Map Page Two
EPCOT Park Details
While we think you could spend days getting to it all if you’re more pressed for time you can tackle our Top 10 Things to Do at EPCOT. Looking for your next Disney photo op? Check out the Disney Walls of Instagram for your next Disney photoshoot. For Up to Date Hours and Event Schedules check out the EPCOT Hours and Calendar.
READ MORE on the EPCOT Park page.
This is a great post! I have been to Epcot once, but it was when I was 12, so I’m sure many things have changed since then! I’d love to go again and I hope I’ll be able to within the next few years, but until then Disneyland is a much easier and affordable trip for me since I live in California.
Thanks Sarena! We’re hoping it will help others get the most out of their Epcot day. Epcot can be crazy overwhelming because there is so so much to do. And yes, a lot has changed. In fact we’re slowly watching some new construction go up over there! A new country could be added to the world showcase any day now. Bets have been on Brazil:) popping up between Germany and Italy. Chances are if you wait a few years you’ll get there right when everything is new again! Yay!