One of the best parts about Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World, is that it’s such a great place for kids, and all that childhood nostalgia. Set up like Andy’s backyard this area of Hollywood Studios includes three rides, a quick service restaurant, a table service restaurant and a sidewalk show. Add in Woody, Buzz, and Jessie meet and greets and there is so much to do! Upon entering the land, you are “shrunk down to the size of a toy”, ready to enjoy the wonders of Andy’s backyard. Complete with Roller Coaster playset, building blocks and toys that light up. Check out our top 5 Must Dos at Toy Story Land.
Wondering how to add Toy Story Land to your Hollywood Studios Day? We highly recommend you be at Hollywood Studios when the park opens. This will ensure you get into Toy Story Land before the crowds arrive. The Slinky Dog Dash Rollercoaster is super popular and as a result has long waits. We recommend either arriving when the park opens or aiming for the 12-2pm slot of the day when people are either eating lunch, or Disney park hopping to the next park. If you’re planning to visit Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, but only have few hours to spend, here is our Must-Do list to help you make the most of your trip.
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Ride Slinky Dog Dash at Night
While the Slinky Dog Dash rollercoaster is just as fun during the light of day, nothing beats the experience of seeing Toy Story Land all lit up at night from the seat of this fast-moving, smooth-riding coaster. With dips, twists and turns, the Slinky Dog Dash wraps around most of the park, giving you a bird’s-eye view of Alien Swirling Saucers, Rex and Woody building up their Jenga tower, and the Army Men on the lookout high above Woody’s Lunch Box.
Disney Pro Tip: The Slinky Dog Dash Roller Coaster is fast, between 45-50 mph. So if you’re looking to grab pictures from the ride, strap on a GoPro.
Grab a Raspberry Lunch Box Tart
Whether you choose to eat at Woody’s Lunch Box or not, be sure to grab a Raspberry Lunch Box Tart during your visit. This childhood treat is a raspberry-filled soft pop-tart, topped with icing that will bring you back to the good old days. And during the special times of year, you can even grab different flavors! From blueberry, to lemon to pumpkin, keep an eye out for specialty flavors all year long.
Disney Pro Tip: One of the best snacks in Hollywood Studios, you can grab this budget-friendly treat as a snack and head to the Alien Swirling Saucers to watch the Green Army Patrol Boot Camp Show, which happens throughout the day.
Notice the Details
Toy Story Land is filled with everything you’ll remember from the films, but as a new toy in Andy’s backyard, you’ll also see Andy’s giant footprints embedded in the concrete, large straws and pencils holding up Christmas lights. You’ll find benches near the restrooms made of dominos and Cutie toys everywhere. Some of the seats at Woody’s Lunchbox are made of Babybel cheeses, and the lunchbox itself is being held open with a thermos. You’ll also see pieces of tape holding together some of the umbrellas at the tables. See if you can recognize all the toys in Toy Story Land.
Disney Pro Tip: Plan to arrive in Toy Story Land early if possible. The details are easier to spot with fewer crowds, and you’ll be able to snap a photo at the color-changing popsicle benches before they fill up with guests.
Snap a Photo
If you’re looking for cute photo backdrops, Toy Story Land has several! You can check out the red and black checkerboard wall and the pastel popsicle stick wall, located opposite each other at the end of the Midway Mania ride exit. You’ll also find the classic giant Pixar Ball, perfect for a group photo, opposite the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster. And be sure to grab a pose at the color block wall right outside the restrooms, across from Alien Swirling Saucers.
Disney Pro Tip: Ask a cast member to share their favorite photo spot. Toy Story Land is bursting with details that only cast members know. Check out the Disney Walls of Instagram for even more places to get pictures while you’re in the park.
Watch the Green Army Drum Corps Show
This Toy Story Land show takes place throughout the day at Hollywood Studios and features the Toy Story Green Army Men. Complete with drum performances and a mission to keep a look out for Andy, this group of army guys are ready for action. So much so, that they may even call on you to help them out.
Disney Pro Tip:Plan your Toy Story Land break to coincide with this performance. Green Army Drum Corps Showtimes are offered daily at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.
5 Must Dos in Toy Story Land
Whatever your Walt Disney World vacation plans, Toy Story Land is a must-do for those with kids or those who have a soft spot for the Toy Story films. Be sure to add Toy Story Land to your itinerary, and grab some slinky dog ears on your visit! Hopefully these 5 Must Dos at Toy Story Land can help you streamline your trip and maximize your time!
Rochelle Mariah is a writer, designer and photographer with an MLIS in Information Science and a B.S. in Arch and Design. Determined to make Planning a DIY Disney Vacation easier she makes lots of lists and drinks lots of coffee. When not designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she's watching old movies and planning the holidays. She has been traveling to Disney destinations since 2010.
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