Disney World on a Budget
Your kids' hearts are set on Disney World.
There are ways to get them there AND keep them busy without putting a huge hole in your wallet.
There are activities around Disney World that may not be as well known as the activities within the parks.
It's FREE! You can head to Downtown Disney, where parking is free and there are tons of things to see and do.
At the Lego Imagination Center, there is a 3,000 sq.
ft outdoor play area filled with Legos.
There are also HUGE Lego sculptures, including some of your favorite Disney characters such as Snow White and Dopey, Maleficent and Prince Philip from Sleeping Beauty and Buzz Lightyear and Woody from Toy Story.
At the Magic Masters shop, you might even catch a free magic show! Disney's BoardWalk also has free parking with a mix of performers throughout the day.
There even fire eaters, jugglers and comedians.
Non Disney resort guests can still visit the BoardWalk for free, but there is a time limit of three hours.
Wild Attractions Featuring authentic African architecture, plants, artifacts and oh yes - animals, the Animal Kingdom Lodge is sure to become a fast favorite.
The resort is surrounded by a wildlife preserve, which has been recognized for its environmentally responsible practices.
You can view the animals from a platform near the main lobby, from the balconies of some guest rooms and also through windows in alcoves scattered through the resort.
With animals such as Zebras, Reticulated Giraffes and Wildebeest, you will feel as if you are on a safari.
It's been said that the best time to try and view the animals is near dusk.
The Wilderness Lodge, which is inspired by a national park, offers a free tour as well as hiking trails.
There's even the Lodge's version of Old Faithful, Fire Rock Geyser.
There are also game rooms, water slides and bike rentals, which are perfect for active families.
Nearby Non-Disney Attractions There are some popular attractions that are not Disney-related, but remain quite popular.
Arabian Nights Dinner Show is a bit like Medieval Times with a different theme.
What you might not know is that there are eleven breeds of horses used in the show and cared for by the staff on the grounds.
They are housed in the largest indoor equestrian arena of its kind.
The menu isn't super exciting, but they make up for it with the spectacle of the show.
The do offer vegetarian lasagna to accommodate guests with such eating habits.
Another surefire way to either excite or gross out the kids is the Ripley's Believe it Or Not Museum.
There are twenty-seven such museums within ten different countries.
Among the 27, each museum's collection is 90% unique and equally disturbing! Robert Ripley had a love for the unusual and it surely shows! Fees for the Arabian Nights Dinner Show and Ripley's Odditorium are not free or super wallet-friendly, but they will give you something to talk about after your visit.
Plenty Of Options There are so many options of free and cheap things to do around Disney World that you are sure to have a great time and also come home with a little spare change.
There are ways to get them there AND keep them busy without putting a huge hole in your wallet.
There are activities around Disney World that may not be as well known as the activities within the parks.
It's FREE! You can head to Downtown Disney, where parking is free and there are tons of things to see and do.
At the Lego Imagination Center, there is a 3,000 sq.
ft outdoor play area filled with Legos.
There are also HUGE Lego sculptures, including some of your favorite Disney characters such as Snow White and Dopey, Maleficent and Prince Philip from Sleeping Beauty and Buzz Lightyear and Woody from Toy Story.
At the Magic Masters shop, you might even catch a free magic show! Disney's BoardWalk also has free parking with a mix of performers throughout the day.
There even fire eaters, jugglers and comedians.
Non Disney resort guests can still visit the BoardWalk for free, but there is a time limit of three hours.
Wild Attractions Featuring authentic African architecture, plants, artifacts and oh yes - animals, the Animal Kingdom Lodge is sure to become a fast favorite.
The resort is surrounded by a wildlife preserve, which has been recognized for its environmentally responsible practices.
You can view the animals from a platform near the main lobby, from the balconies of some guest rooms and also through windows in alcoves scattered through the resort.
With animals such as Zebras, Reticulated Giraffes and Wildebeest, you will feel as if you are on a safari.
It's been said that the best time to try and view the animals is near dusk.
The Wilderness Lodge, which is inspired by a national park, offers a free tour as well as hiking trails.
There's even the Lodge's version of Old Faithful, Fire Rock Geyser.
There are also game rooms, water slides and bike rentals, which are perfect for active families.
Nearby Non-Disney Attractions There are some popular attractions that are not Disney-related, but remain quite popular.
Arabian Nights Dinner Show is a bit like Medieval Times with a different theme.
What you might not know is that there are eleven breeds of horses used in the show and cared for by the staff on the grounds.
They are housed in the largest indoor equestrian arena of its kind.
The menu isn't super exciting, but they make up for it with the spectacle of the show.
The do offer vegetarian lasagna to accommodate guests with such eating habits.
Another surefire way to either excite or gross out the kids is the Ripley's Believe it Or Not Museum.
There are twenty-seven such museums within ten different countries.
Among the 27, each museum's collection is 90% unique and equally disturbing! Robert Ripley had a love for the unusual and it surely shows! Fees for the Arabian Nights Dinner Show and Ripley's Odditorium are not free or super wallet-friendly, but they will give you something to talk about after your visit.
Plenty Of Options There are so many options of free and cheap things to do around Disney World that you are sure to have a great time and also come home with a little spare change.
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