What’s at Walt Disney World?

A Complete Guide to Everything the Vacation Kingdom Has to Offer

Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, isn’t just a collection of theme parks—it’s a full vacation destination with world-class resorts, shopping, dining, golf courses, and recreation spread across 43 square miles. Whether you’re visiting for the magic, the thrills, or the relaxation, there’s something for everyone.

Let’s explore all that Walt Disney World has to offer!

The Four Theme Parks

Magic Kingdom

The most iconic of Disney’s parks, Magic Kingdom is home to Cinderella Castle and classic attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and Space Mountain. Guests can meet beloved Disney characters, watch parades down Main Street, and cap off the evening with the stunning Happily Ever After fireworks show.

EPCOT

EPCOT celebrates innovation, culture, and the future. Explore two unique areas—World Celebration, World Discovery, and World Nature, which feature attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Soarin’ Around the World, and the World Showcase, where you can “travel the globe” through 11 themed pavilions representing different countries. EPCOT also hosts incredible festivals throughout the year such as the International Food & Wine Festival and Flower & Garden Festival.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Step into the movies at Hollywood Studios! Join the Resistance on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, shrink down to toy size in Toy Story Land, and rock out on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. You’ll also find immersive shows and the high-energy nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom combines nature, adventure, and imagination. Explore the lush Pandora – The World of Avatar, ride Expedition Everest, and take a safari through the African savanna on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Don’t miss Festival of the Lion King, one of Disney’s best live performances.

Disney Resort Hotels

With over 25 Disney Resort hotels, there’s a place for every budget and style:

  • Value Resorts: Fun, colorful, and budget-friendly (Pop Century, All-Star Movies, Art of Animation).

  • Moderate Resorts: Relaxed and scenic (Caribbean Beach, Port Orleans, Coronado Springs).

  • Deluxe Resorts: Luxury and location rolled into one (Grand Floridian, Polynesian Village, Contemporary, Animal Kingdom Lodge, and more).

Each resort offers unique theming, pools, and dining—plus exclusive guest benefits like Early Theme Park Entry and extended evening hours at select resorts.

The Water Parks

Blizzard Beach

This winter-themed water park looks like a melting ski resort! Race down Summit Plummet, one of the tallest free-fall water slides in the world, or relax on the Cross Country Creek lazy river.

Typhoon Lagoon

A tropical paradise created after a “typhoon” hit a seaside resort. Typhoon Lagoon features one of the world’s largest wave pools, a sandy beach, and family favorites like Crush ‘n’ Gusher and Miss Adventure Falls.

Golf and Mini Golf

Disney World is also a golfer’s paradise!

  • Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course – A championship course with wide fairways and beautiful scenery.

  • Disney’s Palm Golf Course – A PGA Tour-tested layout known for its lush landscape.

  • Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course – A scenic course that winds through several Disney resorts

For family fun, try the themed mini-golf courses:

  • Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf (near EPCOT)

  • Winter Summerland Miniature Golf (near Blizzard Beach)

Shopping and Entertainment at Disney Springs

Disney Springs is Walt Disney World’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district.

You’ll find over 100 shops, from World of Disney (the largest Disney store in the world) to high-end boutiques like Coca-Cola Store, Lululemon, and LEGO Store.

Dining highlights include The Boathouse, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, Wine Bar George, and Gideon’s Bakehouse. There’s also live music, bowling at Splitsville, and the Aerophile balloon ride for sky-high views of the resort.

Beyond the Parks

Disney World offers countless ways to relax and play outside the theme parks:

  • Spas and fitness centers at select resorts

  • Fireworks cruises and fishing excursions on Seven Seas Lagoon

  • Horseback riding at Fort Wilderness

  • Tennis, volleyball, and jogging trails

  • Campfires and movie nights under the stars

Plan Your Magical Vacation

With so much to explore, Walt Disney World truly offers something for every kind of traveler—from thrill seekers to foodies to families just looking to make magical memories.

Booking through a Genie Travel Co. Travel Advisor means you’ll have an expert guiding every step—from resort selection and dining reservations to park tickets and special experiences—so you can focus on the fun!