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20 Things To Do At Disney World Other Than Rides

Published by Elizabeth Morgan on February 9, 2025

If you don’t want to go on rides or can’t for some reason, there are still so many fun things that you can do at Disney parks. This list has all of the best things to do at Disney World other than rides. There are unique things to do at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios.

Meet Characters

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Meeting characters is such a fun thing to do in Disney World. You can see character meet n greet times in the My Disney Experience app to find out when and where to meet them. You can also do character dining to meet characters during mealtime.

The Animation Experience at Conservation Station

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You can take a drawing lesson from an animator to learn how to draw a Disney character. This is the Animation Experience at Conservation Station in Animal Kingdom park. This is a really cool and fun thing to do.

Enchanted Tiki Room

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The Enchanted Tiki Room is located in Adventureland in Magic Kingdom. It’s a really fun show with birds, fountains, flowers, and music. It’s fun to grab a Dole Whip to eat in here.

Eat and Drink New Things

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There are so many fun things to eat and drink in the Disney World parks. The Blue Milk from Milk Stand in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios is a must try.

Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station

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Casey Jr. Splash n Soak Station is a fun water splash pad type of area in Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom. This is fun for kids on a hot day, but they can get soaking wet playing over here.

Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana

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Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana is a walk through attraction in EPCOT. It’s interactive and really beautiful.

Do A Tour

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There are a lot of tours you can do to go to different areas of the parks and learn cool things. There are VIP tours, animal ones, and more. They are not cheap, but they’re a really unique experience. Check out this list of Disney World splurges.

Parades

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Parades are such a fun way to see characters and spend your time at Disney World. Check the entertainment section of the app for parade times.

Fireworks

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Fireworks are a really exciting experience at Disney World’s parks. They go all out with their firework shows and are truly spectacular.

Swiss Family Treehouse

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Swiss Family Treehouse is a walk-through attraction that is really fun for kids to explore. It’s located in Adventureland in Magic Kingdom.

Shopping

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There are tons of gift shops in all four Disney World parks that have unique and fun things to shop for and bring home with you.

Mickey’s PhilharMagic

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Mickey’s Philharmagic Concert is located in Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom park. It’s a 3D show on a wrap-around screen that plays songs from your favorite movie.

Disney Jr. Play and Dance!

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Disney Jr. Play and Dance is a show in Animation Courtyard in Hollywood Studios. You’ll see Vampirina, Timon, Mickey Mouse, and Doc McStuffins. This is really fun for kids who love Disney Junior shows.

Turtle Talk With Crush

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Turtle Talk with Crush is a funny and interactive show in EPCOT. Check the app for daily showtimes. This is really fun if you’re a fan of Finding Nemo.

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

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Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is for kids to get a makeover into a prince or princess. It’s not cheap, but it’s a really special experience for your little one.

Monster’s, Inc. Laugh Floor

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Monster’s, Inc. Laugh Floor is located in Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom. It’s a really fun comedy show with Mike Wazowski.

Get A Silhouette Cutout

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You can get a silhouette cutout of yourself, your child, or your pet on Main Street in Magic Kingdom at The Shadow Box on Main Street. This is a really nice keepsake and souvenir from your trip.

Get A Haircut

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One of the most unique things you can do in Disney World is get a haircut. You can do it on Main Street in Magic Kingdom at Harmony Barber Shop.

Country Bear Musical Jamboree

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Country Bear Musical Jamboree is a musical show in Frontierland in Magic Kingdom. This is a really unique and fun show to attend.

Festivals

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EPCOT is known for its Festivals throughout the year where they have special food items to try, entertainment, and more. Some of the festivals are Festival of the Arts, Flower and Garden Festival, and Festival of the Holidays.

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