It’s been raining so much here, and the temps aren’t creeping up past 70, but at least it’s the weekend! I promised more Disney posts, so today I’m going to recap our trip to Walk Disney World: Epcot. Epcot was our favorite of all the parks. We went three different times in four days! If you missed my entry post on our recent trip to Disney World, you can read that here.
Other Disney Posts
Thoughts and Logistics for first-timers
What We Loved About Epcot
I wanted to start with Epcot because it was actually our favorite park. We went there three different times over the course of 4 days. Not only did we like the rides, but the park is clean, the crowds were light, the food is better than anywhere else in any of the parks. The Flower and Garden Festival was going on at the time, which meant there were character topiaries everywhere and beautiful landscape throughout.
We also LOVED the fireworks and laser light show. There is something for everyone at Epcot! I thought I would be the only one to appreciate what I listed above, but it turns out we all did.
Rides and Attractions at Epcot
We spent Day 1 at Epcot, and it started our whole trip out on the right foot. Test Track happened to be our kids favorite ride at Epcot, as well as over all of the parks. We rode it three times. Kate just giggled the whole time, it was awesome. Here they are designing their own cars…
We were tipped off by a friend to go to Turtle Talk with Crush, and we are so glad we did. It was funny and charming and perfect for all ages. The audience, adults included, were laughing and Drew got chosen to ask Crush a question. Definitely a must see!
Spaceship Earth: This is a simple, easy ride for all ages. We liked it, but once was enough.
Test Track: LOVED! Modern and fun, new, fast. Used a Fast Pass. I would recommend single rider for this if your kids are old enough. You have to be at least 7 years old.
The Seas with Nemo & Friends: This is a very easy, slow moving ride. Probably would skip if we went again.
Turtle Talk with Crush: Loved this. Good for all ages. Funny and sweet.
Soarin’: We all enjoyed this ride. None of us loved it so much to do it twice, but definitely good to do once. Used a Fast Pass.
Living with the Land: We all enjoyed this ride. It’s an easy, slow moving boat ride and very educational. Drew especially liked this one.
Captain EO: Not working any day we were there.
Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros: This ride is found tucked back in in Mexico. We didn’t know about until an employee told us about it. Easy going, good for all ages.
Mission Space: This is one ride broken up into an easier and a harder ride. It was highly suggested to us that we do the easier route and glad we did. Kids loved this. Fun and interactive. With small kids, I would recommend the easier side. Used a Fast Pass.
Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot
This year, the festival ran from March 4-May 17th. The grounds were so, so pretty, I just loved it! What a special bonus for a plant lover like myself. May is such a great to travel in general.
World Showcase
We all enjoyed this part of Epcot, and we were happy our kids were old enough to appreciate this part of it. Like I said before, we came here three times!
Mexico
The kids played the bongos and the parents drank margaritas in Mexico!
Morocco
We ate dinner in Morocco. Who needs a table when you have a curb!
Japan
The kids did not want to try real sushi, so we settled on Frushi, or fruit sushi. Much more their speed!
Germany
Steve and I drank delicious grapefruit beers and had brats in Germany. We also had lunch reservations at the Biergarten Restaurant on the first day, which we enjoyed.
China
Mulan is one of our favorite movies and the kids got to meet her in China!
Fireworks at Epcot
And lastly, we did stay for the fireworks and laser light show one night. It was wonderful. And as a bonus, it starts at 9pm, an hour earlier than the Magic Kingdom fireworks. I would definitely recommend staying one night at Epcot to see this!
Above all, this is the kind of “Magic” that happens at Disney! Spontaneous joy, love, and gratefulness for having such a wonderful family experience!
I hope you enjoyed our trip to Walt Disney World: Epcot. Be sure to check out the other posts related to our trip. You can find those links at the top of the post! XO