It’s probably safe to say that Epcot was the thing that Walt Disney most wanted to build after the success of Disneyland. Designed to demonstrate new technology and innovation, Walt envisioned it as a sort of permanent World’s Fair for companies, universities and governments to show off their latest creations.
On paper, that doesn’t sound like the recipe for a fun vacation. Indeed, Epcot’s educational theme and corporate imagery lacks some of the obvious warmth and charm of the Magic Kingdom. And unlike the Magic Kingdom’s attractions, many of which assume you’re going to sit passively and watch whatever is in front of you, Epcot is a theme park about ideas, such as ecologies, energy sources, and the role communication systems play in human societies. Epcot’s attractions work best when you consider the impact these ideas have - and will have - on the lives of everyday people.
Read our full Epcot overview here .
Epcot Touring Plans
Our Epcot Touring Plans are field-tested, step-by-step itineraries for seeing all major attractions at Epcot with a minimum of waiting in line. They're designed to keep you ahead of the crowds while the park is filling in the morning, and to place you at the less crowded attractions during Epcot's busier hours. They assume you would be happier doing a little extra walking rather than a lot of extra standing in line.
Epcot Attractions
We have full touring tips, descriptions, author and reader ratings, ride restrictions for every attraction at Epcot. We also include many comments from Unofficial Guide readers and attraction backstory via the Disney Dish with Jim Hill.
Epcot Dining
Get a detailed overview of every full service and counter service restaurant, including ratings of quality, value, cost, as well as reader-survey responses. For full service restaurants of Future World and World Showcase, we list the setting and atmosphere, house specialities, our dish recommendations, where to find the menus online, and participation in the Disney Dining Plan.
Epcot Traffic Patterns
We'll teach you how the crowds behave in Epcot, how it differs from the Magic Kingdom, how the crowds move from Future World in the morning to World Showcase at night.
Epcot Cheat Sheets
We've created a series of color coded, one-page charts to show you the best times to visit every attraction in the Epcot. These cheat sheets are a great help if you'd like to adapt one of our touring plans to your specific needs. Think of these cheat sheets as pocket-sized insurance against encountering long waits in line.
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
IllumiNations is Epcot's great outdoor spectacle, integrating fireworks, laser lights, neon, and music in a stirring tribute to the nations of the world. We'll tell you the best viewing locations, and how to beat the crowds exiting Epcot!
Future World and World Showcase
Learn about the two big, all-encompassing lands of Epcot, and find out about their services, read up on their attractions, and dive into their best dining options.
And more!
Check out our Epcot Overview of how to get to the park and get oriented. We also have a park map and updates park hours and refurbishments.
