What do you do at Downtown Disney

disneydana · 10-01-2003

What are some of your favorite things to do at DD. We are considering doing a nonpark day and have never been to DD. Our kids are 4 and 6. Are there things there that they would enjoy?

iluvwdw · 10-01-2003

I don't know about spending a WHOLE day at DTD, but there are definitely a few hours you could kill there!

First of all, there are GREAT shops of all kinds, there!!! There are lots of restaurants, too. They would probably most like the big McDonalds or Rainforest Cafe! There is also Ghiardelli's Cafe that has some of the best desserts on property!!! The chocolate shake is to die for!!! (especially if you are a chocoholic, like me!)There is also the Lego Imagination store, that has a huge Lego playground that all the kids can play on!!! And don't forget about Disney Quest...the indoor interactive theme park!!! It is lots of fun!!!! And if you want to relax the night away, there is the BIG AMC theater, that houses at least 20 movies at a time!!! There is LOTS to do at DTD, but like I said, I don't know about spending an ENTIRE day there! I could see spending all afternoon into dinner, though!!! :whistle: :dazed

dznygrl · 10-01-2003

Trust me, most kids would go absolutely gaga over the Lego store! And there's enough merchandise in the World of Disney store to keep ME occupied for hours!!!

I wouldn't devote a whole day, but a few hours...:) There's plenty to see and do!

**BDavis932** · 10-01-2003

We always go after all the parks have closed for the day. We usually don't eat dinner down there since most of the restaurants at DTD don't accept PS's. We really enjoy the World of Disney (p.s. don't take a stroller in this place....I've found this store is always PACKED...very hard to manuver;) ) we also fell in love with Once upon a Toy.....they have a great assortment of stuffed animals (much more than The world of Disney). My son loves Team Mickey and Lego, too. There are fountains to splash in (like at EPCoT) and a very upscale art store (I don't let my kids go in this store....too many temptations that I don't want to have to pay for after they sweep it up!!) The Christmas store is great and there is a HUGE pin store (if you are a collector....be careful....I let hubby and son go in while DD played on the playground and he came out with over $200 in pins:nooo: !!)

Also, like the others said, there is a movie theater, and a McDonalds...but I just never do those because I can do both of those things at home.

DTD is broken up in to 3 areas.....The Marketplace, where the disney themed (and other) merchandise can be found. West Side where you can find Disney Quest (which I've heard you can spend all day in!!) House of Blues, Virgin Megastore, etc. and Pleasure Island (nightclubs and bars).

Park Hopper · 10-02-2003

Check out All Ears Net for more information about all the things you can do at Downtown Disney. Don't forget to follow all the links on the left side of the page.

In my opinion, the one thing not to be missed at Downtown Disney (West Side, actually) is Cirque du Soleil. Tickets are pricey, but the show is something you will never forget. You won't regret spending the money.

Fantasy · 10-02-2003

To add to all of these great suggestions,we reall enjoyed Planet Hollywood.The food,service and atmosphere was excellent.It is filled with movie memorabelia,and is interesting to the whole family.

**DisneyTeacher** · 10-02-2003

I think everyone covered about all there is to do at DD. We love going and spending a few hours looking through the shops. My DS (5) loved the lego store and the toy store. He spent a few hours enjoying both but he was ready for a Happy Meal and something new to do. Kids can only shop for so many hours and then they need something else to do.

I love DD and go there at least twice every trip for a few hours each time.

iluvwdw · 10-02-2003

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Originally posted by BDavis932
We always go after all the parks have closed for the day. We usually don't eat dinner down there since most of the restaurants at DTD don't accept PS's.

BDavis, many of the restaurants now take PS's!! (I know Fulton's and House of Blues do in particular!)

**rlander** · 10-02-2003

There is also an AMC movie theater in DtD. I have never seen a movie there, but I heard during a premiere of a movie the animators sometimes showup. I read somewhere that during the credits each one stands up when his or her name appears.

We love to spend time walking through the shop and eating at HOB. We usually go to DtD on our first night at WDW and again on the morning we leave to get last minute shopping.

**DisneyTeacher** · 10-02-2003

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Originally posted by rlander
There is also an AMC movie theater in DtD. I have never seen a movie there, but I heard during a premiere of a movie the animators sometimes showup. I read somewhere that during the credits each one stands up when his or her name appears.

How cool would that be?? I would love to be there for a premiere of a Disney movie.

LRTJS · 10-02-2003

Once Upon a Toy was one of DGD faborites. She was able, for a fairly reasonable price, to get a box and stuff it with as many Mr. Potato Head parts as she could! She loved the "World of Disney" and spent at least an hour at the "Lego" store. the fountains were fun too! I think DQ is a blast, DH and I both had so much fun. Be careful on those river rapids though, I lost my cell phone! We ate at Bongo's and it was good...not great. This trip I am definitely going to Ghilradelli's.

mmouse67l · 10-02-2003

I would stop by Disney Quest and do the Pirates of the Carribean game. They might be a little young for most of the arcade games, but my 4 year old LOVED shooting the cannons at the Pirate Ships. Plus if you have a length of stay or park hopper tickets, it's free!

thevandusens · 10-02-2003

Our DS loves to play at the Lego store and when it's warm out in the 2 ground fountains. We've taken him to Disney Quest also and he had fun. Last time we were there they had Radio Disney at the toy store and were showing new toys. DS got a Radio Disney sticker, poster and a small toy from the DJ. He always has fun posing with the different statues. :)

**llama** · 10-02-2003

Once Upon a Toy is one of those rarities at WDW. You can find reasonably priced toys and they have great sales. If you're getting tired of telling your kids, "no, that's too much money", this is one place where you'll probably find something. If you're taking a break from the parks, then go to DD in the morning. Absolutely no crowds.

spike · 10-02-2003

With kids 4 & 6, plan on three hours at Lego Land or don't let them see it.

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disneydana Big Cheese Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: atlanta Posts: 646	What do you do at Downtown Disney What are some of your favorite things to do at DD. We are considering doing a nonpark day and have never been to DD. Our kids are 4 and 6. Are there things there that they would enjoy? __________________ GO HOKIES!!

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iluvwdw BLT for me! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Floral Park Village (Long Island), NY Posts: 6,849	I don't know about spending a WHOLE day at DTD, but there are definitely a few hours you could kill there! First of all, there are GREAT shops of all kinds, there!!! There are lots of restaurants, too. They would probably most like the big McDonalds or Rainforest Cafe! There is also Ghiardelli's Cafe that has some of the best desserts on property!!! The chocolate shake is to die for!!! (especially if you are a chocoholic, like me!)There is also the Lego Imagination store, that has a huge Lego playground that all the kids can play on!!! And don't forget about Disney Quest...the indoor interactive theme park!!! It is lots of fun!!!! And if you want to relax the night away, there is the BIG AMC theater, that houses at least 20 movies at a time!!! There is LOTS to do at DTD, but like I said, I don't know about spending an ENTIRE day there! I could see spending all afternoon into dinner, though!!! :whistle: :dazed __________________ Kim :) LIFE IS JUST BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A DISNEY TRIP PLANNED! 1997 Double Tree ~ 1998 Vistana ~ 1999 April Vistana ~ 1999 July Vistana ~ 1999 Sept All Star Movies ~ 2000 Vistana ~ 2001 Vistana ~ 2002 Vistana ~ 2003 Aug Vistana ~ 2003 Dec All Star Sports, Polynesian & OKW ~ 2004 Feb Vistana ~ 2004 Dec Vistana ~ 2005 Vistana/All Star Music 2006 SSR and Vistana Villages ~ 2007 Sheraton Safari, Vistana, POP Century ~ 2008 Vistana Villages, Animal Kingdom Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Thanksgiving at Animal Kingdom Villas! It's a surprise for the kids! On a Thanksgiving Safari at AKV

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dznygrl aka dizzygirl Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: The Beaver State Posts: 8,484	Trust me, most kids would go absolutely gaga over the Lego store! And there's enough merchandise in the World of Disney store to keep ME occupied for hours!!! I wouldn't devote a whole day, but a few hours...:) There's plenty to see and do! __________________ Proud former 2-time Disneyland CM Dizzygirl & Bella = MB BFF 2000 ~ off-site 2002 ~ Polynesian 2003 ~ All-Star Movies 2008 ~ All-Star Music

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BDavis932 DVC/Budget Tips Moderator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Central Texas Posts: 3,446	We always go after all the parks have closed for the day. We usually don't eat dinner down there since most of the restaurants at DTD don't accept PS's. We really enjoy the World of Disney (p.s. don't take a stroller in this place....I've found this store is always PACKED...very hard to manuver;) ) we also fell in love with Once upon a Toy.....they have a great assortment of stuffed animals (much more than The world of Disney). My son loves Team Mickey and Lego, too. There are fountains to splash in (like at EPCoT) and a very upscale art store (I don't let my kids go in this store....too many temptations that I don't want to have to pay for after they sweep it up!!) The Christmas store is great and there is a HUGE pin store (if you are a collector....be careful....I let hubby and son go in while DD played on the playground and he came out with over $200 in pins:nooo: !!) Also, like the others said, there is a movie theater, and a McDonalds...but I just never do those because I can do both of those things at home. DTD is broken up in to 3 areas.....The Marketplace, where the disney themed (and other) merchandise can be found. West Side where you can find Disney Quest (which I've heard you can spend all day in!!) House of Blues, Virgin Megastore, etc. and Pleasure Island (nightclubs and bars). __________________ ºoº DVC MEMBER at OKW since 2000 ºoº Love my Mom "Trailblazer" & My Dear Sister "A Goofy Family" 77 DL85 (offsite)94 AS Sports97 ASMusic99 AS Movies00 ASMovies02 OKW03 WLV 04 OKW05 SSR05 ASM06 AKL/OKW/CSR07 DHHIR6/08 AKLV12/08 SSR3/09 AKL My Disney Countdown Counting down to:* Ho! Ho! Ho! Spending Christmas with Santa Mickey in 17 days 21 hours 36 minutes

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Park Hopper Mouse Meister Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,255	Check out All Ears Net for more information about all the things you can do at Downtown Disney. Don't forget to follow all the links on the left side of the page. In my opinion, the one thing not to be missed at Downtown Disney (West Side, actually) is Cirque du Soleil. Tickets are pricey, but the show is something you will never forget. You won't regret spending the money. __________________ 30 Minutes from the Mouse

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Fantasy Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 326	To add to all of these great suggestions,we reall enjoyed Planet Hollywood.The food,service and atmosphere was excellent.It is filled with movie memorabelia,and is interesting to the whole family. __________________ Hopefully for a December M&G!!!

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DisneyTeacher Moderator/WL Tour Guide Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: WDW in my dreams Posts: 16,351	I think everyone covered about all there is to do at DD. We love going and spending a few hours looking through the shops. My DS (5) loved the lego store and the toy store. He spent a few hours enjoying both but he was ready for a Happy Meal and something new to do. Kids can only shop for so many hours and then they need something else to do. I love DD and go there at least twice every trip for a few hours each time. __________________ ~Stephanie~ 1993 Caribbean Beach Resort ~ 1996 Caribbean Beach resort ~1997 Caribbean Beach Resort ~2003 Wilderness Lodge ~2004 Beach Club Resort/Shades of Green/Pop Century~ 2005 Wilderness Lodge Resort/Beach Club Villas ~ 2006 Saratoga Springs Resort~2007 Port Orleans French Quarter/Beach Club Villas/Boardwalk Villas ~ 2007 Port Orleans Riverside~ 2008 Wilderness Lodge/Beach Club Villas~2008 Beach Club Villas~2009 Beach Club Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: We're going to HHI for the first time 180 days 4 hours 36 minutes

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rlander Happy Disney Dreams Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 2,457	There is also an AMC movie theater in DtD. I have never seen a movie there, but I heard during a premiere of a movie the animators sometimes showup. I read somewhere that during the credits each one stands up when his or her name appears. We love to spend time walking through the shop and eating at HOB. We usually go to DtD on our first night at WDW and again on the morning we leave to get last minute shopping.

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LRTJS Southern Disney Belle Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,350	Once Upon a Toy was one of DGD faborites. She was able, for a fairly reasonable price, to get a box and stuff it with as many Mr. Potato Head parts as she could! She loved the "World of Disney" and spent at least an hour at the "Lego" store. the fountains were fun too! I think DQ is a blast, DH and I both had so much fun. Be careful on those river rapids though, I lost my cell phone! We ate at Bongo's and it was good...not great. This trip I am definitely going to Ghilradelli's. __________________ Laughter is timeless,Imagination has no age, and dreams are forever! SUPER SOAP WEEKEND!!!!! DW Trip 27 ....CSR ROCKS!! French Quarter All Star Sports All Star Music Pop Century ^i^ * Postcard Pixie * ^i^ ~ Sharing the Disney magic ~ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Super Soap Weekend

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mmouse67l Grand Magician Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Silverdale, WA Posts: 973	I would stop by Disney Quest and do the Pirates of the Carribean game. They might be a little young for most of the arcade games, but my 4 year old LOVED shooting the cannons at the Pirate Ships. Plus if you have a length of stay or park hopper tickets, it's free! __________________ Official Defender of Swiss Family Treehouse

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thevandusens Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Way too far from the mouse - PA Posts: 161	Our DS loves to play at the Lego store and when it's warm out in the 2 ground fountains. We've taken him to Disney Quest also and he had fun. Last time we were there they had Radio Disney at the toy store and were showing new toys. DS got a Radio Disney sticker, poster and a small toy from the DJ. He always has fun posing with the different statues. :) __________________ : : Chris, Heather , Christian & Nicholas WDW family trips Feb 2001 Feb 2002 Feb 2003 Mar 2004 It all started with a 2D mouse

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llama Cie la vie Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Slurpee Capital of the World Posts: 6,733	Once Upon a Toy is one of those rarities at WDW. You can find reasonably priced toys and they have great sales. If you're getting tired of telling your kids, "no, that's too much money", this is one place where you'll probably find something. If you're taking a break from the parks, then go to DD in the morning. Absolutely no crowds. __________________ Moderator - Sa-fari, Sa-goodie A PROUD MEMBER OF THE BAD KITTY CLUB "Meowany Are Called, Mew Are Chosen" Dopey is my Bad Influence - Discuss It's Murdoch with an "H" My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Two weeks of Florida sun! 59 days 14 hours 36 minutes

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spike Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: New Orleans Posts: 260	With kids 4 & 6, plan on three hours at Lego Land or don't let them see it. __________________ Spike “May your journey forever be laden with peace, and jubilance dreams may forever increase. We look to the future to a beautiful dawn. Till then we will be with you, farewell and dream on, dream on, dream on……”

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