From character meals to fireworks, these experiences don’t even require park admission.
Enjoy live entertainment.
The area often hosts special shows like Cirque du Soleil’sDrawn to Life, so check theevents calendarbefore visiting.
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Continue the fun onDisney’s BoardWalk, where street performers and the dueling pianos at late-night escapeJellyrollsalways draw crowds.
Note that this 21-and-over haunt charges a nightly admission fee.
Prefer to be the star of the show?
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Sing karaoke at theKimonos Loungein the nearby Walt Disney World Swan Hotel.
Spot giraffes and zebras.
Want to scratch that Animal Kingdom itch while taking a day off from the parks?
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Walk aroundDisney’s Animal Kingdom Lodgeto see zebras, giraffes, and ostriches for free.
There’s also an extra-special way to enter the theme park without paying admissionby joining theStarlight Safari.
Watch fireworks from outside the parks.
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However, the beach at thePolynesian Village Resortis an ideal vantage point.
See Walt Disney World from above.
The eight-minute experience is quite expensive, but the views are worth it.
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Get out on the water.
it’s possible for you to even join a fishing excursion on the historic Seven Seas Lagoon.
One vehicle can accommodate up to four people.
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Meet characters.
Some restaurants insideWalt Disney World hotels, such asChef Mickey’s, offer character dining all day long.
Others likeCape May Cafeand’Ohanabring familiar faces in only at breakfast.
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You’re practically guaranteed to meet some on any night at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort.
Explore unique dining options.
Head to Disney Springs for dozens of restaurants and bars as well as shops and attractions.
Master a new skill.
There are plenty of on-property classes and experiences that don’t require Disney park tickets.
Golfers can tee off at one offour golf coursesortwo 18-hole miniature golf coursesthat are perfect for families and beginners.
Looking to try a new sport?
