Things to do at Disney Springs, Orlando
Disney Springs
You don’t need to always have Disney park tickets to enjoy the Disney Magic. There are few things which Walt Disney World can offer even when you don’t have a park ticket and Disney springs is one of them. Disney springs offers some great FREE and inexpensive entertainment that one can easily spend an entire day here.
Some of the FREE and inexpensive things you can do at Disney Springs:
- Free Chocolates for everyone : Yes, you and your whole group can have a free chocolate at Ghirardelli soda fountain and chocolate shop. But the hard part is not buying anything when you are there. The aroma of the chocolate is so good that you will definitely end up buying a bunch of them.
- Splash around : The Rainforest Cafe has a splashpad fountain where you can let your kids soak on a hot day or just sit and watch other kids having fun. The unpredictable patterns of jumping water keep you and your young ones entertained.
- Take a spin : Guests of any age can take a spin on a beautiful Venetian style Marketplace Carousel and it costs 3$ per person.
- Have fun with Legos : There is a huge Lego Imagination Center with huge Lego sculptures which are great for photography. It also has a 3000 square feet outdoor play area where kids can build their imagination for Free. And there is also a ‘Monthly mini model build’ on every first Tuesday of the month at 5pm, where kids can take home a FREE Lego model built by them.
- Ride in a vintage style : You can have a unforgettable experience in the Vintage Amphicar as these can be drove on land and in water. Isn’t that rare?? It costs about 125$ which includes, a car captain, seating for upto three people and a 25 minute guided tour about land marks of Disney springs in the water.
- Shop/Window Shop : Whether you shop or window shop, It takes a whole day to explore the entire Disney springs. Specially the Disney store here is the Americas largest Disney store and you will definitely get lost in it at least for couple of hours.
- Enjoy a Boat Ride : Do you know Disney offers a FREE shuttle to all its resorts whether it may be by a bus or a boat. Here at Disney springs you can enjoy a free shuttle to Saratoga Springs Resort, Port Orleans Resort and Old Key West Resorts. Even if you are not staying at one of these resorts you can still go stroll around the resorts for FREE.
- Talk to Birds : Near Rainforest Cafe, There are some exotic birds giving short talks. Don’t forget to stop by asthe birds frequently talk too.
- Sit on a Hog : If i say Hog then i mean ‘Harley Owners Group’. Yes, there is a Harley Davidson clothing store at the Disney spring where you also have your photo taken on a Harley Davidson Bike.
- Enjoy live performances everywhere : There are live performances all over the Disney Springs and when it’s Disney, you will get a high standard performances, all you need to do is just sit back and enjoy these FREE shows while you rest your feet.
- Watch a sunset : I have seen some of the most beautiful sunsets while i was in Orlando and what better place than Disney springs to watch a sun going down?? Just find yourself a spot and witness one of the most amazing sunsets ever.
- Ride a Hot Air Balloon : It’s the world’s largest hand painted Helium Balloon which is also know as Aerophile. The balloon floats 400 feet up in the air where you stay up there for 10 minutes and get a 360 degree aerial view of Walt Disney World Resort for just 20$ per person.
- See the lights : I would suggest you to experience both day and night here at Disney Springs because as the sun goes down , this place is all lit up . The neon and twinkling little lights makes this place more beautiful and romantic.
- T-REX : T-REX is a restaurant which also contains a sand box , where your kids can dig for hidden dinosaur fossils and get to learn about them through interactive displays. If you don’t like to dine here then just go have some dessert so that your kids can experience the sand box.
- Visit the welcome center : When tired,check out the Welcome center where you rest your self in an air conditioned room filled with comfy chairs and FREE ice water.The welcome center has the paintings displayed on the walls which showcase the history of Disney Springs from time to time.
Location :
1780 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Links :
Website : Disneysprings.com
Instagram : @disneysprings
Facebook : @disneysprings
Summary :
This is not just a thing which Walt Disney World has to offer, There are more such things which you can do even though you don’t have a ticket to the park which i will list it in my next blog.
If i have missed any then , Let me know in the comment section below.
24 Comments
Nicole Anderson
Before reading this post, I just didn’t realize there was any area relating to Disney where park tickets would not be required. The second surprise was learning of so many free options that exist within Disney Springs. Totally unexpected but I guess the Disney executives would have done their numbers well to make it work economically. Irrespective of whether you are visiting Disney World or not, Disney Springs definitely seems to be worth a visit for sure!
eazynazy
Yes, it is !!! And I have realized many people (outside orlando) doesn’t know about Disney Springs and the other little magic that Disney is offering even though you don’t have a Park ticket and so I have written this post 🙂
Aditinona
oh this is so wonderful, really dont know what to pick and what to leave, but must say that vintage car in water, that Harleys bike and that sunset is truly mesmerising. Would love to visit one day.
eazynazy
Yes, the vintage car is very rare . You should definitely try it in your next visit 🙂
Rachel Gabrielle
I have been dying to go to Disney for years. Thanks for laying it out and getting me excited about a trip!!
Rachel Gabrielle
Do you have a full itinerary for Disney? I want to bring my niece there, but it is so overwhelming! I don’t even know how many days would be best for a 10 year old 🙂
eazynazy
Hello Rachel, am working on posting a full itinerary for Disney. I will let you know when it’s done 🙂
Kate
Wow! I lived in Orlando for years growing up, but I don’t think we ever went to Disney Springs! I would definitely NOT make it out of the chocolate shop without buying something, lol. Those Vintage Amphicars look so cool!! A bit pricey, but definitely a very fun splurge!
Lisa
Disney Springs looks like so much fun! I’ve never even heard of it, but would like to visit. Who doesn’t love lego?! And the Rainforest Cafe sounds good, plus I’d end up buying a lot of chocolate!
kictravels
I was sold at free chocolate! I didn’t even know Disney Springs existed before reading this blog. Sounds like a great day out. Great tips and well written. Thanks for sharing.
eazynazy
Yea, who doesn’t love chocolate and specially when it’s free it tastes more yummy. You should definitely check this place out 🙂
TravelTheGlobe4Less
Wow there really are a ton of things to do at Disney Springs. It sounds like a great option if you have had enough of the parks. How cool is that lego snake too?
eazynazy
That Lego snake is just a drop of water in a lake. You will find more such huge sculptures through out the Lego store (great for photo op)
Terri Ramsey Beavers
I missed going to Disney last year but I don’t plan to let that happen again, lol. I can’t believe I’ve not taken a cruise around in the vintage car. That looks like so much fun.
Joan Cajic
This looks like so much fun, never been but you never know, one day I will be able to visit and enjoy it too.
Denny George
You had me at free chocolates. It is great to know that there are so many free or economical options in Disney springs. If I ever visit, I’ll have to ride the amphicar for certain.
Andrea
driving in a vintage car that can go in land and water sounds so cool, the price is a little steep but sounds like a fun thing to do. and free chocolate YES. hehe
lavandamichelle
I never knew about Disney Springs before this! A park ticket isn’t required and that’s great. Thanks for sharing.
agentizerozerosetter
Love the idea of this post! Disney is such a magical and charming place to visit, interesting to know that you don’ t need a ticket for everything:)!!!
Hannah Marie
Going to Disney Springs is a dream of mine. There are lots of wonderful things to see and do. I love the free chocolate and more!
Aisha
OK didn’t even know Disney Springs existed before this post but now I’ve got to experience it! So many great free and inexpensive things to do! My can’t-miss items though would have to be riding that beautiful carousel and trying the amphicar. Although I wonder…the nighttime shot of the riverboat…is that an activity you can experience as well? Love it!
eazynazy
That river boat is a ‘Boat House Restaurant’. Which looks incredibly beautiful not only from the outside but also from the inside
Louise x (@withlovefromlou)
Oh, wow! The Vintage Amphicar looks amazing! I definitely need to check that out if I’m ever lucky enough to visit Disney Springs 🙂
Louise x
elizabethkeene
You had me at chocolate! I will definitely be planning a visit here!