Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
351 S Studio Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830
As one of the four theme parks that make up Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney’s Hollywood Studios® is all about experiencing movie magic in real life. The park doubles as a working movie studio where animation and motion pictures are made, and the attractions and rides are all inspired by Hollywood films, television shows, and the best of musical theater.
The basics
The park’s main attractions are the rides and shows, including the unpredictable hotel elevator in The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ and the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith. Over in Toy Story Land, visitors can enjoy Slinky Dog Dash (a twisting roller coaster), Toy Story Midway Mania! (a 4D arcade), and various Pixar-themed dining and shopping venues. Kids will love hearing Elsa belt out tunes during “Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration,” while guests of all ages will want to flock to the exciting line-up of Star Wars experiences and attractions.
Things to know before you go
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios is open daily, but hours vary by season.
- Wheelchairs and strollers can be brought from home or rented from all Walt Disney World parks, as well as Disney Springs®.
- Stroller wagons and strollers larger than 31 inches (79 centimeters) in width and 52 inches (132 centimeters) in length are not permitted.
- Arriving at the parks early in the day is recommended so as to avoid long attraction lines.
- To avoid long lines for food and beverages, many people use the My Disney Experience app to place a mobile food order.
How to get there
A vast majority of visitors get to the parks by car, though it’s also possible to arrive by Walt Disney World Bus Transportation, Walt Disney World Water Transportation, or the Disney Skyliner if you stay at a Disney Resort hotel.
When to get there
Since the park is a popular destination among families and their children, the busiest time of year is when school is not in session. So expect long lines when visiting during summer vacation, spring break, winter holidays, and other public holidays when schools are off. If you want to avoid large crowds and long lines, the best time to visit is midweek during the school year; also try to arrive right when the gates open and head directly for the most popular rides.
Head to a galaxy far, far away
One of the main draws of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is its roster of rides and attractions for Star Wars fans. Feel the rush of taking over control of the Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge®, or help fight against the First Order on the exciting Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Of course, you’d be remiss not to stop for a photo op (or five) as you pass by characters like BB-8 and Chewbacca as you’re strolling around the park.
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