DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
Visiting hollywood studios in Orlando
Hollywood Studios brings the magic of Hollywood to life. Focusing on the world of Disney movies television, live theatre, and animation along with innovative technology, thrilling rides, shows and character experiences.
The main attractions and areas include Hollywood Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy Edge and Animation Courtyard. Hollywood Studios is a relatively small park, one day should be plenty of time to see and do just about everything but be aware there is no transportation within the park.
Hollywood Studios is made up of 9 lands:
Hollywood Boulevard
Echo Lake
Commissary Lane
Grand Avenue
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Toy Story Land
Pixar Plaza
Animation Courtyard
Sunset Boulevard
To get a sense of scale and to help you get your bearings, we have linked the Hollywood Studios Guide Map below for you:
Park Hours
8:30am to 9:00am – Early Entry
9:00am to 9:00pm
9:30pm to 12:30am Special Ticketed Events.
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HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
- For the First Time in Forever – Frozen Sing-along
- Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
- Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight
- Meet Mickey and Minnie at Red Carpet Dreams
- Muppet Vision 3D
- Millenium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run
- Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance
- Alien Swirling Saucers
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Toy Story Mania!
- Meet Edna Mode at the Edna Mode Experience
- Disney Junior Play and Dance
- Star Wars Launch Bay
- Walt Disney Presents
- Voyage of The Little Mermaid
- Rock & Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith
- Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Beauty & The Beast – Live on Stage
- Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
- Fantasmic!
hollywood boulevard
Hollywood Boulevard is located at the main entrance to the park with palms lining the thoroughfare re-creating the Golden Age of Hollywood, based on the 1935 Streamline Moderne Pan Pacific Auditorium façade in Los Angeles. Here you can locate most of the service facilities including stroller and wheelchair rentals, lockers, and an ATM. You can also find dining facilities, shops and street performers entertaining you as you walk through the area.
Rides and Attractions
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Located behind the Centre Stage at the end of Hollywood Boulevard at the Chinese Theatre. Seated in an out-of-control railroad car you are taken on an adventure through cartoon scenes being saved from disaster by Mickey and Minnie with mixed results. Using a mix of 3D sets, animatronics, and special effects throughout the ride creating a fun experience for the whole family.
Be aware, this is one of the most popular rides in Hollywood Studios so expect long queues throughout the day.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am.
Ride length – 5 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 4 minutes.
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, Audio Description, Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV
Best time to go – Before 10:00am or in the hour before park closing
ECHO LAKE
As you head clockwise from the main entrance you will encounter Echo Lake and the giant Dinosaur Gertie who also doubles up as a kiosk serving ice cream.
Rides
Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
Disney World’s first original Star Wars ride, based on the Star Wars saga and featuring sequences spanning a wide range of Star Wars movies. Guests board a 3D motion StarSpeeder 1000 along with C3P0 and R2D2 then set off on a thrilling flight adventure with a range of turns, rises, and drops visiting a variety of planets throughout the galaxy whilst trying to evade the dark forces. With a large number of different scenarios to experience on every flight you’ll probably want to ride this attraction more than once. Be aware this ride is not recommended for those who easily get motion sickness.
Height restriction – 40”/102cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am.
Ride length – 7 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 5 minutes.
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, Video Captioning, Must Transfer to Wheelchair Then to Ride Vehicle, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – Before 10:00am or after 6:00pm.
WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
Shows
For the First Time in Forever – Frozen Sing-along
Performed in the Hyperion Theatre this 30-minute rendering of Frozen featuring all the songs from the first film with appearances from Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff with animation and human interaction audience members are invited to sing along to many of the prominent songs from the film’s soundtrack. The large indoor theatre is comfortable with plenty of seating and great views of the stage. The Frozen Sing-Along is a great show for fans of the first movie.
Shows – Various times during the day.
Show duration – 30 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility –Audio Description, Handheld Captioning, Assisted Listening, Sign Language, May Remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
Learn how stunts are performed in the Indiana Jones movies. Featuring professional stunt men and women demonstrating their craft showing how stunts are created in some of the most iconic scenes using props and special effects. Members of the audience (if sat near the front) may be chosen as extras to help recreate some of the action-packed scenes from the films. This is a great show for all ages and for people who love to see what goes on behind the scenes. Be aware this is an outdoor show and is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather conditions.
Shows – Various times during the day.
Show duration – 30 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility –Audio Description, Sign Language, Handheld Captioning, Assisted Listening, Sign Language, May Remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Early shows or last shows of the day.
Meet and Greet
Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight
Olaf the friendly cool snowman from Frozen is available for a photo opportunity, to say hello and give a hug. Located at Celebrity Spotlight near the For the First Time in Forever – Frozen Sing-along show. Beware the queues can be quite long and time consuming to see Olaf, average wait times between 30-60 minutes.
Times – 9:00am-6:00pm
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens, During meals or later in the day.
COMMISSARY LANE
Located to the right of Grand Avenue behind the Echo Lake Commissary Lane is a small area but has a couple of dining areas ABC Commissary quick service, and Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre Restaurant Table service, and also a character meet-and-greet.
meet and greet
Mickey and Minnie Starring in Red Carpet Dreams
Time to meet up with Micky and Minnie Mouse working backstage on their latest films. Located at Red Carpet Dreams opposite the Sci-Fi Dine-in Theatre.
Beware the queues can be quite long and time consuming to see Mickey and Minnie, average wait times between 30-60 minutes.
Times – 9:00am-6:00pm
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens or later in the day.
grand avenue
Grand Avenue is made up of buildings resembling Downtown Los Angles a small area of the park located between Star Tours and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. A highlight of Grand Avenue is BaseLine Tap House.
Shows
Muppet*Vision 3D
Located in a replica of the Muppet Theatre from the classic TCV series ‘The Muppet Show’ featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzy Bear and other muppet characters.
You won’t want to miss the pre-show featuring a side-splitting 12-minute video filled with Muppet musical fun.
The cozy, air-conditioned theater offers an entertaining experience with a wild 3D performance that includes a variety of live tactile effects, plenty of jokes, gags, and catchy musical numbers.
Typically, the attraction has a short wait time.
Shows – 9:00am-8:00pm
Show duration – 17 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – Audio Description, Handheld Captioning, Assisted Listening, Video Captioning, May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
star wars: galaxy's edge
A 14-acre land based on the village of Black Spire Outpost on the planet Batuu. The land is an immersive experience with cast members becoming part of the story with stormtroopers patrolling, with Chewie, Mando and Grogu (aka Baby Yoda) making the odd appearance. The land Features five dining establishments and several shops selling Star Wars merchandise along with a couple of attractions. With amazing, detailed scenery and entertainment this is a great land for any fan of Star Wars young or old.
Rides
Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Fancy being a crew member on Han Solo’s Millennium Falcon this attraction lets you! At the entrance is an impressive full-size replica of the ship, here you board the Falcon for an assignment given by Hondo Ohnaka, an animatronic pirate, your mission is to steal supplies from the First Order and evade capture. This is an immersive attraction with amazing special effects and the animatronics are some of the most advanced produced by Disney.
Height restriction – 38”/97cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am, Special ticketed events 9:30pm -12:30am
Ride length – 5 minutes.
Queues – Standby, Single Rider and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 5 minutes.
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, Audio Description, Assistive Listening, Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens or after 6:00pm
WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance
One of Disney’s most ambitious attractions with multiple ride systems taking you through multiple scenes of an epic battle between the Resistance and the First Order.
Experience the thrill of animatronic Stormtroopers, X-Wing fighters, and TIE fighters at every turn, complemented by impressive video projections and stunning environments. This attraction stands out as one of Disney’s most intricate and beloved experiences.
Keep in mind that due to its complexity, it can occasionally experience breakdowns. To avoid long wait times, make sure to visit this attraction right when the park opens.
Height restriction – 40”/102cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am, Special ticketed events 9:30pm -12:30am
Ride length – 5 minutes, full experience approximately 20 minutes.
Queues – Standby, and Individual Lightning Lane purchases
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, Audio Description, Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens or after 6:00pm
WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
toy story land
The setting for Toy Story Land is Andy’s backyard, here you have the feeling you have been shrunk to the size of a toy as all the scenery around is oversized with amazing detail and great backdrops for photos. This area of Hollywood Studios is often busy and crowded with little shade so arriving in the morning or evening may make it more comfortable to visit.
Rides
Alien Swirling Saucers
Guests climb into a toy rocket for a spinning ride pulled by funny green alien creatures in their spaceships whipping your ride from side to side whilst spinning around a figure eight to the sounds of “Space Jazz” music. With great sound effects and lighting this is a fun ride that appeals to children and will put a smile on your face. Be aware If you suffer from motion sickness, this attraction is probably not for you.
Height restriction – 32”/81cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am, Special ticketed events 9:30pm -12:30am
Ride length – 3 minutes.
Queues – Standby, and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 10 minutes.
Accessibility –Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens or after 6:00pm
Slinky Dog Dash
A family friendly fun roller coaster with a Toy Story Slinky Dog themed train. The ride has twists, turns, and dips but no highspeed curves or loops, and is surrounded by Story Land theming. Slinky Dog Dash is a great attraction to ride at night and is amongst some of the most popular rides in Hollywood Studios so be sure to arrive early to avoid the queues.
Height restriction – 38”/97cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am, Special ticketed events 9:30pm -12:30am
Ride length – 3 minutes.
Queues – Standby, and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 5 minutes.
Accessibility –Must Transfer to Wheelchair then to Ride Vehicle, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens or after 6:00pm
Toy Story Mania!
Fun for all ages. Toy Story Mania is an interactive shooting gallery using a ride vehicle to spin through 5 different show scenes using CGI technology. Guests shoot and throw assorted items at targets using a pull-string cannon mounted on the car. In addition to 3D imagery, you can experience 4D surprises including vehicle motion, air blasts and water sprays. Each car takes up to 4 passengers, who accumulate points as they nail the targets, at the end of the ride the points are added up to see who has the highest score. This is a popular attraction and rated one of the best rides in Hollywood Studios.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am, Special ticketed events 9:30pm -12:30am
Ride length – 7 minutes.
Queues – Standby, and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 5 minutes.
Accessibility – Audio Description, Video Captioning, Must Transfer to Wheelchair, Service Animals Permitted with Caution.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens.
pixar plaza
A small area located just before you enter Toy Story Land here you can meet Edna Mode at the Edna Mode Experience. Other Pixar pals including Mr, and Mrs Incredible, Frozone, and Sully can also be located in the area.
Meet and Greet
Meet Edna Mode at the Edna Mode Experience
Guests can wait to see Edna in an air-conditioned line whilst in line you can see some of the amazing suits Edna Mode designed for the Incredibles.
At the end of the queue, you get to meet the designer herself who is happy to sign autographs and photos taken. A PhotoPass photographer may also be available.
Times – 9:00am-5:00pm
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – As soon as the park opens, During meals or later in the day.
ANIMATION courtyard
The entrance to Animation Courtyard is marked with a large square arch, walk through and you will find attractions based on a range of Disney characters through the ages and beyond. The Courtyard also has live shows, meet-and -greets, and places to eat.
Rides and Attractions
Shows
Disney Junior Play and Dance
Appealing to younger children this is a dance party, high-energy live performance featuring characters from Disney Junior shows, music, and entertainment. Finn Fiesta and DJ Deejay host the fun filled interactive party with appearances from favourite Disney characters throughout the show.
Times – Various throughout the day.
Show duration – 10 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Star Wars Launch Bay
An attraction for all fans of Star Wars. Beginning in the queue area which is lined with special concept artwork. Guests then walkthrough a multi-sensory exhibit with galleries featuring Star Wars memorabilia, props, costumes, and large-scale replicas. There are also meet-and-greets with Darth Vader, Chewbacca, and BB-8.
A gift shop connected to the attraction offers a variety of Star Wars merchandise.
Times – 10:am-6:00pm
Show duration – 10 minutes.
Queues – Standby.
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, Assistive Listening, May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Walt Disney Presents
A walkthrough multimedia attraction showcasing the life and legacy of Walt Disney and how he created the theme parks. With displays, memorabilia, and recordings as well as sketches, storyboards, and artwork. At the end of the tour, you can watch a film called One Mans Dream explaining Walt Disney’s vision.
Times – Various throughout the day.
Show duration – 25 minutes.
Queues – Standby.
Accessibility – May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Voyage of The Little Mermaid
Reopening in the summer 2025 as The Little Mermaid A Musical Adventure. A musical theatre production featuring stunning sets, amazing effects, and musical numbers from The Little Mermaid film.
Times – TBA
Show duration – 20 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility – Assisted Listening, Reflective Captioning, May remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
sunset boulevard
Sunset Boulevard can be found just to the right of the park’s main entrance. As you step into this area, the striking Twilight Zone Tower of Terror stands tall, serving as the park’s centerpiece.
You’ll discover a variety of unique shops and dining options. Additionally, Sunset Boulevard features live outdoor performances, including Beauty and the Beast, as well as the nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!
Rides
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Explore the iconic music studios of G-Force Records, where the legendary rock band Aerosmith is finishing up a recording session. When their manager tells them they’re running late for a concert across town, the band extends an invitation for you to join them.
Prepare yourself for an exhilarating high-speed adventure through the vibrant nighttime landscapes of Southern California, all set to the iconic tunes of Aerosmith.
One of the best attractions in Hollywood Studios this ride reaches speeds of up to 60mph with inversions, sharp turns and loops pulling 5 g’s. This is definitely a ride for thrill seekers.
Height restriction – 48”/122cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am.
Ride length – 2 minutes.
Queues – Single Rider, Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 3 minutes.
Accessibility – Must Transfer to Wheelchair, Then to Ride Vehicle, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – Before 10:00am or in the hour before park closing.
WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
A popular dark, thrill ride through the ruins of this famous Hollywood hotel with big drops and enclosed spaces based on the classic Twilight Zone franchise.
As you make your way through the grounds and public areas during the pre-show excitement, the fun kicks off while you wait in line. You’ll then step into the hotel’s library, where the captivating story unfolds. Once you hop into one of the hotel’s creaky elevators, your adventure begins, taking you on a thrilling ride through the hotel as the atmosphere starts to turn a bit spooky.
Note. The attraction can be a little frightening and is not good for people who suffer from enclosed spaces.
Height restriction – 40”/122cm, Rider Switch.
Times – 9:00am-9:00pm. Early theme park entry 8:30am-9:00am.
Ride length – 15 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+. Wait per 100 people ahead approx. 3 minutes.
Accessibility – Video Captioning, Must Transfer to Wheelchair, Then to Ride Vehicle, Service Animals Not Permitted.
Best time to go – Before 10:00am or in the hour before park closing.
WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.
Shows
Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage
Located in the Theatre of Stars across the street from the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster which houses the Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage show.
A retelling of the classic Disney story, including all the major songs and characters with great choreography and storytelling. A colourful show full of fun and entertainment for fans of Beauty and the Beast.
Be aware this is an outdoor show and is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather conditions.
Shows – Morning 11:00am, Afternoon 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm Evening 5:00pm.
Show duration – 30 minutes.
Queues – Standby and Lightning Lane via Genie+
Accessibility –Audio Description, Handheld Captioning, Assisted Listening, Sign Language, May Remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Note. Check the Entertainment Schedule, the My Disney Experience app or the Times Guide at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for schedule and showtimes, which are subject to change.
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
An impressive and entertaining show for fans of Disney’s Cars. Using large 17-foot-tall wrap around screens and full-size animatronics bringing Lightning McQueen to life. Here Lightning talks to the audience about how to become a champion racer with amazing effects and fun entertainment appealing to the whole family. After the show guests can meet Cruz Ramirez in the courtyard outside and have the opportunity to take photos or dance to DJs music mix. As the attraction is located in a remote quieter area of the park past the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Plaza it rarely gets busy, but worth finding.
Shows – s9:00am-8:00pm.
Show duration – 10 minutes.
Queues – Standby.
Accessibility – Handheld Captioning, May Remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Anytime.
Hollywood Studios Food & Dining
Hollywood Studios has a variety of options for eating and drinking from speciality snacks and themed restaurants to fine dining, here we discuss some recommendations to suit all tastes and budgets whilst enjoying your day in the park.
Commissary Lane
- ABC Commissary – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
- Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre Restaurant – Table Service, Disney Dining Plan
Echo Lake
- 50s Prime Time Café – Casual Dining, Disney Dining Plan
- Backlot Express – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
- Hollywood & Vine – Table Service, Character Dining, Disney Dining Plan
- Tune-in Lounge – Bar/Lounge
- Dockside Diner – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
Grand Avenue
- BaseLine Tap House – Bar/Lounge
- Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano – Casual Dining, Disney Dining Plan
- PizzeRizzo – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
Hollywood Boulevard
- The Hollywood Brown Derby – Table Service, Disney Dining Plan
- The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge – Bar/Lounge, Disney Dining Plan
- The Trolley Car Café – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
- Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
- Ronto Roasters – Quick Service – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
- Oga’s Cantina – Bar/Lounge
Sunset Boulevard
- Hollywood Scoops – Food Stand, Disney Dining Plan Snacks
Toy Story Land
- Woody’s Lunchbox – Quick Service, Disney Dining Plan, Mobile Order
- Roundup Rodeo BBQ – Table Service, Disney Dining Plan
Commissary Lane
ABC Commissary
Located next door to the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre Restaurant, this Art Deco themed restaurant features old movie posters and furnishings from bygone days of the Hollywood industry.
Inside you will find plenty of seating in a large high ceilinged 1950s style environment. The menu has plenty of options including chicken, pork, sandwiches, and salads as well as plant-based items, all at an affordable price.
Price $ – Lunch and Dinner $15 and under per adult.
Hours – Lunch and Dinner 10:00am-3:30pm.
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Accepted.
Sci-Fi Dine-In Theatre Restaurant
With a unique theme transporting you back in time to the 1950s this restaurant features car shaped booths and picnic table seating set up as a movie theatre drive in where you can watch old sci-fi movie classics whilst you eat.
Serving diner style food, the menu includes a variety of burgers, pasta, and salads as well as plant-based items. As the theming is set at night the restaurant is a little dark inside and seating can be a bit awkward as guests are turned to face the screen making conversation difficult. It can also be noisy especially if located close to a speaker.
Price $$ – Lunch and Dinner $11 to $30 per adult.
Hours – Lunch 10:30am-3:55pm, Dinner 4:00pm-9:30pm
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Accepted.
Echo Lake
50s Prime Time Café
A delightful themed eatery that takes you on a nostalgic journey to a 1950s household.
The restaurant features a cozy living room and kitchen adorned with vintage decor, complete with classic black and white TVs playing timeless shows and furnishings reminiscent of your grandparents’ home. You’ll feel like a member of the family here, as your server introduces you to his “cousins” and engages with you throughout your meal, creating a lively and enjoyable dining atmosphere.
Specialising in hearty comfort food served in generous portions, complemented by a selection of beverages from Dad’s Liquor cabinet. There are also plant-based options on the menu.
Price $$ – Lunch and Dinner $17 to $30 per adult.
Hours – Lunch 10:45am-3:55pm, Dinner 4:00pm-9:30pm
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Recommended.
Backlot Express
Located next to Star Tours – The Adventure Continues and themed as a production warehouse with props, decorations, and interesting production items the restaurant area contains a large amount of seating as well as shelter from the elements.
This fast-food outlet serves a selection of burgers, sandwiches, and salads as well as beer, soft drinks, and souvenir specialities. Plant based items are available.
Be aware this is a popular area and can get quite busy at peak times of the day.
Price $ – Lunch and Dinner under $16 per adult.
Hours – 11:00am-8:30pm
Food Type – American.
Hollywood & Vine
This is a character dining restaurant with a 1940s-style cafeteria with breakfast, lunch, and dinner all served buffet-style.
Diners can choose from two distinctive character meals:
For breakfast, there’s Disney Junior Play n’ Dine, where you can meet beloved characters from Disney Junior like Doc McStuffins, Sofia the First, Goofy, and Vampirina, all while enjoying lively songs and entertainment.
For lunch and dinner, Minnie’s Seasonal Dining offers a delightful experience with Minnie, Mickey, Donald, Daisy, and Pluto, who will join you for a fun-filled meal. The character costumes and entertainment vary with the seasons, adding a special touch throughout the year.
Note that lunch and dinner are exactly the same price and menu.
Be aware that this is the only character dining in the park and can be extremely popular, we recommend making reservations as soon as possible.
Price $$$ – Breakfast Fixed Price menu $47 per adult, $30 per child (ages 3-9), Lunch and Dinner Fixed Price menu $63 per adult $40 per child (ages 3-9).
Hours – Breakfast 8:30am-10:30am Lunch 11:30am-3:55pm Dinner 4:00pm-8:00pm
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Recommended.
Tune-in Lounge
Great 1950s themed Bar and lounge serving an assortment of beer, wine, and spirits as well as non-alcoholic beverages and full menu of choices from the adjacent 50’s Prime Time Café including tasty Homestyle dishes. Watch old black and white 50’s era shows and events on retro screens and take in the fashionable design styles of the 1950’s whilst taking a break from the crowds.
Price $$
Hours – 10:30am-9:30pm
Food Type – American.
Dockside Diner
A charming outdoor dining kiosk inspired by a 1950s tramp steamer sits at the edge of Echo Lake. It offers a delicious selection of hot dogs accompanied by sides, macaroni, beers, cocktails, and refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. Seating is limited to picnic-style tables right in front of the kiosk.
Price $ – Lunch and Dinner under $13 per adult.
Hours – 11:00am-5:00pm
Food Type – American.
Grand Avenue
BaseLine Tap House
Just a stone’s throw from the entrance to Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, you’ll find the charming BaseLine Tap House.
This brick structure, which once served as the Figueroa Printing Company, boasts a quaint interior filled with vintage printing equipment and memorabilia. While indoor seating is somewhat limited, there’s plenty of outdoor space where you can unwind on the patio, enjoying a refreshing beer beneath the shade of the trees.
The BaseLine Tap House caters more for the adults specialising in California craft beers, larger, cider, and wine. The limited small plate menu includes pretzels and cheeses to go alongside your drinks. Because of the limited menu and seating this is not a good place for families with children.
Price $$
Hours – 10:30am-9:30pm
Food Type – American.
Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano
A warm and inviting Italian eatery featuring cozy booth seating, beautiful hardwood floors, and charming overhead beams adorned with vines. The wood-burning oven adds to the homey atmosphere.
This restaurant aims to blend authentic Italian cuisine with a touch of California flair, inspired by Mama Melrose’s rich Italian and Californian backgrounds. The menu features many items you would expect from an Italian restaurant as well as some unique dishes and plant-based items.
Price $$ – Lunch and Dinner $12 to $36 per adult.
Hours – Lunch 10:45am-3:55pm, Dinner 4:00pm-9:00pm
Food Type – Italian.
Reservations – Accepted.
PizzeRizzo
A quick service pizza restaurant located in the Muppets Courtyard.
The building, inspired by Rizzo the Rat from the Muppet Show, offers a variety of seating choices. You can enjoy a covered outdoor space equipped with tables, chairs, and large fans to keep you comfortable, as well as bistro-style tables with umbrellas located across from the restaurant.
If you head upstairs, you’ll discover the Banquet Hall, which is currently hosting a lively wedding reception complete with music, a disco ball, and a dance floor. The menu features a selection of pizzas, meatball and plant-based subs, and salads, though it is somewhat limited.
Price $ – Lunch and Dinner under $14 per adult.
Hours – 11:00am-5:00pm.
Food Type – Italian.
Hollywood Boulevard
The Hollywood Brown Derby
This is Hollywood Studios signature restaurant. A replica of the famous long standing Hollywood landmark and iconic restaurant that served celebrities during the Golden Age and one of the most rated theme park restaurants in Disney World.
The stylish interior boasts brass accents, exposed beams, and wooden paneling, complemented by pristine white tablecloths and charming black-and-white caricatures of classic celebrities decorating the walls. Don’t forget to browse through the celebrity guest book to spot any familiar signatures!
The upscale menu features a diverse array of options such as fish, lamb shank, chicken, pork, and Filet Mignon, along with an extensive drink selection. With a soothing ambiance and delicious cuisine, this restaurant is a fantastic place to dine.
Price $$$ – Lunch and Dinner $25 to $60 per adult.
Hours – Lunch 11:00am-3:55pm, Dinner 4:00pm-8:00pm
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Recommended.
The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge
Nestled next to The Hollywood Brown Derby, this charming outdoor area invites you to drop by for a quick meal or to unwind with a refreshing drink. The restaurant offers a concise menu along with bar service and a selection of cocktails. If you’re waiting for a table at The Hollywood Brown Derby, feel free to enjoy a drink here in the meantime.
Price $$$ – Lunch and Dinner $15 to $50 per adult.
Hours – 11:00am-8:00pm.
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Not Accepted.
The Trolley Car Café
A Starbucks with a Disney twist, set in a charming old Hollywood café with an industrial vibe. Here, you can enjoy your favorite Starbucks drinks along with a variety of snacks, including sandwiches, croissants, wraps, and a delightful selection of pastries and Disney-themed goodies.
Price $ –$7 and under.
Hours – 8:00am-9:00pm.
Food Type – American.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo
This is a great Star Wars themed eatery where diners can sit in the spacious converted hangar bay on a variety of seating options or outside in the old marketplace. Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs runs the kitchen and prepares meals inspired by his time working for Maz Kanata on Takodana.
The menu features a variety of themed items you would find on an alien planet such as Pirjanad Hot Chicken Tip Yip, Smoked Kaadu Pork Ribs, and Batuuan Beef and Crispy Topato Stir-fry, along with plant-based options.
This is a fantastic dining experience, but keep in mind that the food may come in unusual shapes and colors, so it might not be suitable for picky eaters.
Price $ – Lunch and Dinner $13 to $20 per adult.
Hours – 11:00am-9:00pm.
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Not Accepted.
Ronto Roasters
Watch for the impressive pod racing engine warming up a barbecue pit, where a pitmaster droid is hard at work roasting alien meat on a spit! Here, you can enjoy Ronto Roasters, a quick-service eatery that primarily offers wraps, featuring their signature Ronto Wrap (served for both breakfast and lunch) along with a plant-based version.
The menu is limited but the food has great reviews. This is an open-air restaurant and seating is all outdoors with some cover from the elements.
Price $ – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner $7 to $13 per adult.
Hours – 9:00am-3:30pm. Early theme park entry 8:00am-8:30am
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Not Accepted.
Oga’s Cantina
An extremely popular watering hole with a lively atmosphere as loud music is pumped out by the resident robot DJ, here you might bump into Star Wars characters seeking to avoid the authorities.
The Cantina offers an array of crafted drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, showcasing exotic ingredients in unique vessels. There are only a couple of snack options Batuu Bits (Crispy Galaxy Snack Bits with Spiced Dip) and Happabore Sampler (Cured and Roasted Meats, Cheese, Pork Cracklings). However, be prepared, as these snacks can be a bit on the expensive side.
This is a great themed bar to stopover for a drink, worth a visit for the atmosphere alone.
Price $ – Non-alcoholic drinks from $7 Alcoholic drinks from $17.50 Snacks $12 & $22
Hours – 9:00am-9:00pm.
Food Type – Snacks.
Reservations – Recommended.
Sunset Boulevard
Hollywood Scoops
This ice cream kiosk is Located in the Sunday Ranch Market and designed on the classic Hollywood-era ice cream parlours. The menu includes a breakfast waffle platter, scooped ice cream, ice cream Sundaes, seasonal shakes, and speciality cocktails. Plant-based items are available.
Price $ –$15 and under.
Hours – 8:30am-9:00pm.
Food Type – Ice cream.
Toy Story Land
Woody’s Lunchbox
Woody’s lunchbox has been turned into a giant quick service food outlet featuring creative tasty treats. Consisting of grilled sandwiches the lunch/dinner menu also includes other dishes such as breakfast bowls, totchos (potato barrels coated with beef and bean chilli) and daily lunchbox tarts. There are plenty of drinks to choose from including assorted fountain beverages, speciality beverages and grownups alcoholic lemonade. Plant-based items are also available.
Woody’s is an extremely popular kiosk with queues throughout the day. We recommend taking advantage of Mobile Ordering rather than queue in the heat.
Price $ –$14 and under.
Hours – 9:00am-9:00pm.
Food Type – American.
Roundup Rodeo BBQ
An immersive restaurant that children will love. The rodeo arena which appears to be housed inside several cardboard box’s features a range of Andy’s toys and games with head-to-toe details surrounding the dining area and impromptu prompts played as overhead announcements all adding to the fun dining experience for the whole family.
The restaurant has a large amount of seating around the periphery and in the middle of the room blending into the themed features. There is a set all-you-care-to-enjoy menu with a variety of BBQ items as well as plant-based options.
This is a very popular restaurant, and reservations are highly recommended although you might be lucky to get a last-minute cancellation or walk-up waitlist.
Price $$$ – Fixed price menu Lunch and Dinner $45 per adult $25 per child (ages 3-9).
Hours – Lunch 10:45am-3:55pm Dinner 4:00pm-9:30pm.
Food Type – American.
Reservations – Highly Recommended. unique
Hollywood Studios Shopping
There is a large variety of shops and stalls selling all kinds of unique gifts, souvenirs, and movie themed merchandise at Hollywood Studios. Here we list some of the more popular shopping destinations to be found in the park. Be aware the shops get crowded in the evenings whilst the park is closing so try and get your shopping in early.
Echo Lake
Frozen Fractal Gifts
A gift shop selling clothing, costumes and toys of Elsa and her friends. A great shop for fans of the Frozen films.
Tatoonie Traders
Located next to Star Tours The Adventure Continues and serves as its exit gift shop. Inspired by the desert planet Tatooine. Selling an abundance of Star Wars merchandise including t-shirts toys, Lego kits, pins, and books as well as rare items. You can also have fun building your own Droid or lightsaber.
Hollywood Boulevard
Oscar’s Super Service
Just to the right as you walk through the main entrance to Hollywood Studios. Oscar’s Super Service is a 1940s gas station where you can hire Electric charged vehicles, strollers, and wheelchairs. As well as being a themed shop selling snacks, auto related merchandise, and gifts.
Crossroads of the World
Located in front of you as you enter Disney Hollywood Studios a building with Micky stood on top of a globe. This is a great place to pick up any items you may require for your visit including, Camera and media items, postcards, rainwear and more.
Mickey’s of Hollywood
This is one of the largest shops in Hollywood Studios and sells almost everything Disney including clothing, toys, plush, pins, housewares, MagicBands and much more.
Keystone Clothiers
A large shop located at the end of Hollywood Boulevard on the edge of Echo Lake selling all kinds of Disney themed clothing from Star Wars and Marvel, and more including character t-shirts, hats, and accessories.
Celebrity 5 & 10
Referring to the old 5 & 10 stores that were popular in many towns across America Selling houseware and gift items as well as MagicBands, pins, vinylmation, photography and media.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Resistance Supply
A supply post located in the forested space near the ancient ruins on Black Spire Outpost. Here you can purchase clothing, maps, tools, training supplies and more to aide you in the fight with the resistance. There are also gifts, pins, and action figures to be found including impressive die-cast model vehicle replicas.
First Order Cargo
This is a great themed shop based in at spaceport Docking Bay 9 where the First Order has set up a temporary post selling amazing Star Wars merchandise including such items as Stormtrooper armour, mugs, water bottles, toys and much more.
Toydarian Toymaker
Handmade collectables, games and toys made from wood, tin and cloth are available at this workshop themed store. This is a unique shop, limited in space but packed with merchandise hanging from the ceiling and walls. A great place to pick up a collectable including Sabacc game Cards or just to visit for the experience.
Creature Stall
Fancy a new pet? Then this is the shop for you. Located next door to the Toydarian Toymaker this exotic shop sells an assortment of curious creatures from other worlds. The shop is like a small zoo with cute and not-so cute, caged toys and plush animals of all kinds including the Kowakian Monkey Lizard, Porg, Bantha and Wampa! Figurines of various creatures can also be purchased.
Black Spire Outfitters
Selling Star Wars themed clothing including Jedi and Sith robes, under/over tunics, and accessories.
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities
Dok-Ondar is the proprietor of Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities here he presides over the transactions taking place in his shop. Unique items can be found including jewelry, crystals, art, toys, plush and the pinnacle of Star Wars merchandise, legacy lightsabers these include Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Darth Maul, Rey, and more, some of the highest quality lightsaber replicas available.
Savil’s Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers
Build your own custom quality Lightsaber at this unique workshop (a standalone building in Batuu). Outside the workshop your asked to choose a theme from 4 types of hilts available then receive a cloisonné pin to identify your selection. Inside you are directed to your table where you assemble your custom Lightsaber from a box of parts representing the theme you chose. Advanced reservations are highly recommended, walk-ups may be available but if this is on your list of things to do a reservation is the best way to go. Reservations can be made online up to 60 days in advance or on the My Disney Experience app.
The cost is $249.99 per lightsaber (carry case included). The builder may take in one guest to experience the attraction.
Droid Depot
A highly themed interactive experience. Located next to Savil’s Workshop is the Droid Depot. This is the place to go to if you want to build your own custom R-series or BB-series droid with its own chip. When inside you are directed to stand in front of a conveyer belt of moving parts here you choose the pieces required to assemble your droid of choice, you then move on to the assembly station where you can find instructions on how to build your droid, help is also available from cast members. After this stage it’s the most exciting bit, time to activate your droid at which point it will come to life. Reservations for Droid Depot are highly recommended, there are a limited number of same day and walk-up slots which may be available if lucky. Reservations can be made online up to 60 days in advance or on the My Disney Experience app.
The cost for building a droid is $119.99 (including carry box & instructions). Custom personality chips can be bought for $14.99. Carrying backpacks are also available for an additional cost of $49.99 The builder may take in one guest to experience the attraction.
Droid Depot gift shop
The building also has a gift shop where you can purchase Astromech clothing and souvenirs as well as full scale R2-D2 model droids at a price!
Sunset Boulevard
Legends of Hollywood
Located just off Sunset Boulevard Legends of Hollywood is a more upscale high-end store with a pleasant atmosphere selling clothing, accessories, bags, and jewelry including an instore Pandora counter. The large interior is tastefully designed without the themed look of most shops in Hollywood Studios.
Once Upon a Time
A large art deco-style cinema with plenty of room to brows the shelves, selling an extensive range of Disney-themed clothing, backpacks, caps, pins, accessories, and jewelry.
Beverly Sunset Boutique
An eye-catching art deco building home to Beverly Sunset Boutique. Focusing on Pixar merchandise including “Cars,” and “Toy Story,” it also sells a range of sweet treats from the confectionary stands.
Tower Hotel Gifts
A frightfully fun store Located at the entrance to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror it serves as a gift shop for the attraction. Selling a wide range of chilling Tower of Terror merchandise, unique designed clothing, pins, artwork, souvenirs, and more.
Animation Courtyard
Launch Bay Cargo
A high-end store selling all things Star Wars, autographed memorabilia, books, print-on- D-Tech on Demand phone cases with a range of designs, amazing artwork, high-end movie prop replicas and costumes. A great shop for fans of the Star Wars saga.
Toy Story Land
Jessie’s Trading Post
A Toy Story themed gift shop located at the exit of Toy Story Mania The shop is completely decorated floor to ceiling in large murals depicting characters from the films. Selling a range of merchandise (hand-picked by Jessie). with areas themed to various characters from Toy Story including toys, dolls, plush, accessories, collectables and more.
Hollywood Studios Parades and Fireworks
Fantasmic!
Staged on an island opposite the Hollywood Hills Amphitheatre. Fantasmic! Is an amazing spectacle of lasers, fireworks, lighting effects, dancing waterfalls, and music. The theme is good versus evil staring Micky Mouse as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice who does battle with various Disney villains including Ursula, Cruella de Vil and Maleficent.
This is a great show not to be missed with plenty of seating and good views all round, although you may want to arrive earlier at busier park times. Be aware the loud explosions and laser effects can be a little frightening for younger children. Also, guests sitting in the front rows may get a little wet. This is an outdoor show and is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather conditions.
Show – 8:30pm.
Show duration – 30 minutes.
Queues – Standby.
Accessibility – May Remain in Wheelchair/ECV.
Best time to go – Last show of the evening.
Note. Check the Entertainment Schedule, the My Disney Experience app or the Times Guide at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for schedule and showtimes, which are subject to change.
FAQs on Windsor Castle
You can use one of the many tour operators from London and have all your travel needs taken care of for you. You can also travel independently from London by train using either Paddington or Waterloo main line stations to Windsor.
Windsor Castle can be traced back to the 11th century with building work starting on the Castle around 1070.
Windsor Castle has always been a working palace. Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II used Windsor Castle as her private home where she would usually spend the weekend and as an official Royal residence. There are also the staff living at Windsor Castle which includes the titular head of the Castle community, the Constable and Governor of Windsor Castle; the Dean of Windsor, Military Knights of Windsor, housekeepers and soldiers. There are roughly 150 people living at the Castle itself.
Windsor Castle is owned by the state/crown and belongs to the reigning monarch by virtue of their position.
Windsor Castle tours
There are many different tours visiting Windsor Castle, just a couple of them are half day tours only to the castle, not including another attraction.
However, because Windsor is relatively close to London many tours have Windsor Castle as part of a day long tour, including other attractions such as The London Eye, Hampton Court, Buckingham Palace or further afield, Stonehenge.
Our most popular, best selling Windsor tours
Great choice when you have limited time or are on a budget
Combine Windsor with other major attractions in a day tour
Make the most of your visit in a small group or private tour