Are you ready to park hop between Epcot and Hollywood Studios? Did you know that there is a walking path from Hollywood Studios to Epcot in Walt Disney World? We’re always surprised that even the most seasoned Disney vacationers don’t know about this pathway. Tucked away behind the Disney Boardwalk Area, if you’re looking for the easiest way to go between Hollywood Studios and EPCOT Park, this is it. This easy walk is a great way to escape the chaos of the parks, taking from EPCOT, through the Boardwalk to Hollywood Studios, and back again. So without further ado here’s how you can walk from Hollywood Studios to Epcot Park.
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The Best Way to Get from Hollywood Studios to Epcot
By Walking Path: If you’re up for walking in the sometimes beautiful Florida weather on your next Disney Vacation, you’re in luck! Because if you’re visiting Epcot, or Hollywood Studios or the Disney BoardWalk, they are all connected by a walking trail. The pathway that connects EPCOT and Hollywood Studios is actually quite lovely, and a great way to get to where you’re going without depending on transportation. There are a couple of ways to access this pathway.
Is there a Boat from EPCOT to Hollywood Studios?
Yes! You can catch the Boat at the International Gateway station, once you exit EPCOT, that will take you through the lagoon, stop at a few hotel docks, and then lead you onto Hollywood Studios. Boats run on a schedule about every 20 minutes, and it’s about a 20 minute trip to Hollywood Studios from Epcot by boat.
Does the Skyliner Go Between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios?
There is no direct Skyliner from Epcot to Hollywood Studios. The Hollywood Studios Skyliner Goes to the Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station and back. At the Caribbean Beach Station you can disembark and take another Skyliner line to the Rivera Resort, and then onto EPCOT.
Walk to EPCOT Park from Hollywood Studios
If you arriving at Hollywood Studios via skyliner, bus, or car, and plan to go to EPCOT next, here is how to find the pathway.
Start at Hollywood Studios
From the Hollywood Studios Main Gate, simply head to the Bus Depot Area. Near the bus drop-off area, instead of heading toward the entrance of the Hollywood Studios, turn left instead towards the bus depot. Once here you’ll see the station labeled for Bus 1-8. Instead of going into the bus stop area, just veer left and you’ll see the sign for the Pathway. The Walking Path entrance at Hollywood Studios is just behind the Bus Depot to the left.
Take the Waterside Pathway
As one of the easiest ways to go from Epcot to Hollywood Studios or vice versa, this connecting path between these two Disney World parks gives you not only sights and sounds but also things to do along the way if you’re up for more than a stroll. So, what do you see along this walking path? Starting from Hollywood Studios here is all the stuff you pass along the way.
- Strolling along the river, you can see the Swan Hotel, Swan Reserve, and Dolphin Hotels on the left.
- This area also includes the Fantasia Gardens Disney Mini Golf Course.
- On the right, you’ll be walking right past Disney’s BoardWalk Inn.
Turn Right onto the Disney Boardwalk
- Once you arrive at the Disney Boardwalk you will pass a slew of restaurants, including Trattoria al Forno, and the Boardwalk Deli.
- You’ll walk over a bridge, and Turn Right.
- Once you pass the Disney Skyliner Station on your left, you’re on your way to the International Gateway Entrance at EPCOT
By Boat: If you want to skip this walk, you can also grab the boat at the Hollywood Studios Boat Dock. This boat takes you to several resort boat launches before making it’s final stop at the Epcot International Gateway Gates, that let you in at the back of the park.
EPCOT Pro Tip: If heading into EPCOT, we prefer the International Gateway entrance whenever possible because it is MUCH less crowded and will bring you right to the World Showcase, perfect for grabbing a yummy French pastry before starting your journey around the world!
Walk to Hollywood Studios from EPCOT
If you’re at EPCOT park, or on the Boardwalk, you can simply follow the Boardwalk all the way towards the Swan and Dolphin Hotels area.
Leave the Boardwalk, and Turn Left
Once here the pathway to Hollywood Studios is on your left. You’ll technically “exit” the Disney Boardwalk and take the path along the river to the Hollywood Studios entrance. It’s easy to spot because you can see the Hollywood Tower Hotel in the distance.
By Boat: If you want to skip this walk, you can also grab the boat at the EPCOT International Gateway Boat Dock. This boat takes you to several resort boat launches, including the Yacht Club, Boardwalk Inn and the Swan and Dolphin Hotels, before making it’s final stop at the Hollywood Studios Boat Launch. From there, it’s just a short walk to the main gates of the park.
How Long does it take to Walk from Epcot to Hollywood Studios?
It takes about 20-25 minutes to walk the path from EPCOT to Hollywood Studios, by way of the Disney Boardwalk. We LOVE this walk, simply because it’s usually quiet and peaceful, and gives you a great view of the hotels, and Hollywood Studios beyond.
Stop at the Disney Boardwalk
Once you’ve gotten familiar with the pathway be sure to wrap back around and spend some time on the Disney Boardwalk. This area includes not only the hotels, but also restaurants like Trattoria al Forno, one of our favorite places to have breakfast at Disney World. From here you can do even more browsing around by grabbing the Disney Skyliner to the Skyliner Resorts, or drop you back where you started at the Hollywood Studios entrance.
Can you Park at Hollywood Studios and Go to Epcot?
Yes, absolutely! One of the Best Disney Parks for Park Hopping, EPCOT and Hollywood Studios are so close to each other. And since the Hollywood Studios Parking Lot is super close to the entrance, and the walking path to EPCOT, you will save time by just parking at one park, and then walking between the two.
Walking Paths at Walt Disney World
We love this semi-secret path for its lack of crowds and peaceful atmosphere. In fact, we have loads of secret shortcuts at Disney World throughout the parks too, if you’re looking to get to where you’re going fast. What secret spots do you love while in Walt Disney World?
Melanie Renee is a photographer, writer, designer and mom. Visiting Disney destinations since 2010, she is also an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. When she's not creating her next coffee recipe, or designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she's seeking beautiful sunsets and planning her next trip .
