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At least one very full day and a comfortable pair of shoes required! Arrive before the gates open to get ahead of the crowds. The Magic Kingdom Park® is by far the busiest park so a plan of attack is essential. It's shaped like a giant pizza with seven lands (slices!) and that wondrous castle in the center.
Save Main St. USA for later and head straight for the 'mountains' - Splash Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain in Frontierland or Space Mountain in Tomorrowland. Tomorrowland is also home to the hilarious Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor - a comedy club for the whole family - where Mike from the movie is the 'Monster of Ceremonies'.
Families with younger children may also want to head directly to Fantasyland complete with Cinderella's Carousel, Dumbo and a 'hunny' of a ride called The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh. Fans of ‘Toy Story’ can face off with the evil Emperor Zurg on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. Mickey's Toon Town Fair is the best place to see the Disney characters and a visit to the official residences of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse is compulsory! Mickey’s Philharmagic is a stunning example of 3-D technology, complete with accompanying smells and the occasional squirt! The charming Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade is a great way to see all your favorite characters, so get in place 45 minutes beforehand if you want an unobstructed view. The same applies to wonderfully atmospheric SpectroMagic (seasonal) – and don't you dare leave the park before enjoying Wishes, a beautifully orchestrated fireworks spectacular!
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- Head for the 'Mountains' - all three are must do's! (Height restrictions: Thunder Mountain 3'4'', Splash Mountain 3'6", Space Mountain 3'8")
- Mickey’s Philharmagic – simply brilliant!
- Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor - very funny, and you can even text message your own jokes to be used in the show!
- It's a Small World - tots love it and 'that song'!
- Buzz Lightyear - junior space rangers will have a blast.
- Mickey's Toon Town Fair - a home run with most kids.
- Winnie The Pooh - a big deal for kids under 5.
- Dumbo - the timeless appeal of the flying elephant!
- Haunted Mansion - classic family fun with the spooks.
- Pirates Of The Caribbean - come pillage with Captain Jack!
- Wishes – worth staying late.
- Disney Dreams Come True Parade - wonderfully detailed for kids.
- SpectroMagic – 575,000 light bulbs says it all!
- Wait times for the various rides are posted in front of Cinderella's Castle - avoid long lines by taking advantage of Disney's FAST PASSSM system which gives you a designated ride time.
- If there are two “Spectromagic’ parades when you visit, plan on checking out the second one as it is a lot less crowded.
- As most people arrive at the weekend Mondays are busier, though let's face it, when schools out every day is busy!
- To avoid disappointments always double-check the height requirements on the rides.
- Lookout for character greetings around the park during the day. Character Breakfasts are also excellent for little 'Mickey Maniacs'.
- When you get to the front of the line utilize the 'child swapping' facilities - couples with infants or young kids can switch out with each other so both can enjoy the bigger rides.
- Location: Walt Disney World® Resort
- Telephone: 1-800-W-DISNEY or (407) 824 2222






