EPCOT, short for “Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow”, was planned as a utopian city of the future. On your journey through this park, transcend through time through its attractions and lands in the park, where guests get to experience the cultures of various countries in the World Showcase and learn about the world beyond at Future World. Here is a guide on the best things to do at the amazing EPCOT.
Must-Visit Attractions
Epcot is primarily divided into two lands, Future World and World Showcase. Visit Future World for futuristic attractions and experiences, while a trip to World Showcase allows you to experience international cultures and cuisine all in one place.
Test Track at Future World
Future engineers can design their very own virtual concept car and experiment with it on the Test Track. It is so addictive, countless guests have returned to improve on their concept with many more test runs. Not everything is virtual however, as Test Track also has a thrilling coaster that brings you on a high-speed ride in a six-seater car.
Soarin’ Around the World
Go sightseeing and glide above the breathtaking wonders of a 3D animated world at Soarin’ Around the World. Hang on tight if you don’t want to fall down the Iguazu Falls in South America or get lost amongst the Great Pyramids of Egypt!
Frozen Ever After
Sail down the lake of Arendelle and sing alongside the famous citizens of the land like quirky Princess Anna and goofy Olaf at Frozen Ever After.
Advanced Training Lab
Space cadets can race against fellow cadets on board to send a rocket into space and play space-themed games meant for all ages at the Advanced Training Lab.
The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Visit life under the oceans at The Seas with Nemo & Friends, an aquarium where you can educate yourself as you watch fascinating sea creatures such as sea turtles and familiar friends like Nemo thrive in carefully curated habitats.
World Showcase
Disney proudly presents a showcase that includes 11 countries from across the globe: Norway, Morocco, and Japan just to name a few. Learn about their cultures and go on a gastronomic adventure of each pavilion’s unique food representative. One can easily spend up to half a day at this part of the park! To learn more, check out our very own guide on the best food to try in this part of EPCOT.
Kidcot Fun Stop
Keep a lookout for the Kidcot Fun Stop at every international destination in the World Showcase where guests can collect adorable country stamps on their personal activity card.
Must-See Entertainment
Other than thrilling rides and attractions, take some time to explore the exciting entertainment choices at World Showcase. Marvel at live shows like the Jeweled Dragon Acrobats performing high energetic stunts in the China Pavilion, or immerse yourself in the ancient echoes of the thundering sound of a Japanese Taiko drums performance (Matsuriza).
If you think a janitor’s duty at Disney only involves sweeping up trash, think again! JAMMitors in Epcot’s Future World dance and jam to funky musical beats made from easy to attain percussion instruments like your everyday trash cans and brooms.
Meet and greet iconic characters like Belle in France, Donald Duck in Mexico, and Mulan in China! Go on a hunt for all your favourite characters at their meet-and-greets scattered across the World Showcase.
EPCOT has its fair share of night time events too. Watch the dazzling display of Epcot Forever, where fireworks, lasers, and choreographed kites burst through the skies from the center of the lagoon at the heart of EPCOT.
Overall, Epcot is a good and wholesome park for anyone and everyone to explore, especially for guests who love a culturally diverse experience. Although rides are limited at Epcot, guests can keep kids entertained at the different interactive Kidcot Fun Stops.
Getting to EPCOT
Guests can take the Disney shuttle buses, which are provided for guests staying in the resort and partner hotels outside the resort. Guests may also choose to drive and park in EPCOT's own parking lot. Alternatively, you can consider private hires like Uber or Lyft.
Tips
Celebrate your birthday or other important days of your life here at Disney World! Cast members would love to celebrate the moment with you, so to stop by Guest Relations or an indoor merchandise location and ask for a complimentary celebratory button.
Plan your time efficiently at the theme park with fast passes available to all guests on the Disney World App. Download the handy app and refer to it for information like parade timings and attraction waiting times.
Consider staying at the Disney Resort as hotel guests are entitled to ‘Extra Magic Hours’. Enjoy smaller crowds and shorter waiting times at rides during these special extended hours.
