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Disney World Discounts for Tours, DisneyQuest, Water Parks & More

LAST UPDATE: 1/25/12 - MOST RECENT ADDITIONS ARE IN RED

If you buy a multi-day ticket to the Walt Disney World theme parks and stay for a week or less, you'll probably find that you can't begin to explore all the entertainment options that are INCLUDED in the park passes, between the rides, parades, fireworks, and a zillion other attractions.

However, the time may come when you'll want to get out of the Disney theme parks and do something different, like riding the wild slides at Disney's water parks, taking a backstage tour, spending an evening at Cirque du Soleil's dazzling show La Nouba, getting a relaxing massage at one of the Disney spas, playing a round of golf on one of Disney's award-winning courses, or enjoying any of the dozens of other fun activities.

Naturally, Disney has plenty of ways to separate you from your money if you want to enjoy these extras. There are some discounts, deals and bargains available for almost every activity you can name, however, and I've gathered them in one place here!

Unless otherwise noted, discounts for Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders listed below expire 5/31/12, though based on past years, most will probably be extended beyond that date.

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Special Events
Water Parks
DisneyQuest
Cirque du Soliel La Nouba
Movies
Spa & Salon Treatments
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
The Pirates League
Harmony Barber Shop on Main Street
Tours and Special Backstage Programs
Pool Cabanas
Boating & Water Sports
Bass Fishing
Golf
Miniature Golf
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Indy Racing Experience
ESPN Wide World of Sports
Characters in Flight

Special Events

Click here to see an entire page of seasonal and special events at Walt Disney World, many of which are included in the price of admission.

Whether you want information about Mickey's Not-So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom, the Food and Wine Festival at Epcot or Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, this is the place to check!

If an additional cost is required to attend the event, I list any available discounts.

Water Parks

There are currently two Disney water parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. Both are wonderfully themed and have great water slides as well as quieter areas to just float.

Click here to see regular water park ticket prices. See below for a list of available water park discounts.

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Tickets That Include Water Park Admission
Advance Purchase Discounts on Water Parks
Water Park Discounts at Ticket Window

Tickets That Include Water Park Admission

  • If you have Magic Your Way tickets with the Water Park Fun & More option, you can use one or more of those options for admission to a water park.

  • Premium Annual Passes include unlimited admission to the water parks for as long as your pass is valid.

Advance Purchase Discounts on Water Parks

  • If you purchase a 2012 Entertainment Book, you can access a private website that offers a discount on Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon tickets. Taxes and fees are added on to the ticket prices later in the ordering process, which minimizes the savings, but even with those added, you can save a few dollars per ticket. To access the private site, register your Entertainment Book online, then log in and click on the "Events & Attractions" tab. (Note that this private site also sells Walt Disney World Magic Your Way tickets, but once you add the taxes and fees, Undercover Tourist has better prices on those.)

Water Park Discounts at Ticket Window

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get a $4 discount on adult admission and $3 discount on child admission to Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon for the Passholder and up to two guests.

  • Disney Vacation Club members get a $4 discount on adult admission and $3 discount on child admission to Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

DisneyQuest

DisneyQuest, located in Downtown Disney, is a "virtual reality theme park" with many interactive games, old and new video games (including a whole area of early classics like PacMan and Galaga) and some pretty amazing virtual reality "rides."

Click here to see regular DisneyQuest ticket prices. See below for a list of available DisneyQuest discounts.

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Tickets That Include DisneyQuest Admission
Advance Purchase Discounts on DisneyQuest
DisneyQuest Discounts at Ticket Window

Tickets That Include DisneyQuest Admission

  • If you have Magic Your Way tickets with the Water Park Fun & More option, you can use one or more of those options for admission to DisneyQuest.

  • Premium Annual Passes include unlimited admission to DisneyQuest for as long as your pass is valid.

Advance Purchase Discounts on DisneyQuest

  • If you purchase a 2012 Entertainment Book, you can access a private website that offers a discount on DisneyQuest tickets. Taxes and fees are added on to the ticket prices later in the ordering process, which minimizes the savings, but even with those added, you can save a few dollars per ticket. To access the private site, register your Entertainment Book online, then log in and click on the "Events & Attractions" tab. (Note that this private site also sells Walt Disney World Magic Your Way tickets, but once you add the taxes and fees, Undercover Tourist has better prices on those.) Thanks to Cherie S for info.

DisneyQuest Discounts at Ticket Window

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get a $4 discount on adult admission and $3 discount on child admission to DisneyQuest, for the Passholder and up to two guests.

  • Disney Vacation Club members get a $4 discount on adult admission and $3 discount on child admission to DisneyQuest.

  • If you arrive in the evening, 2 hours or less before closing, there may be a Manager's Special that allows you to purchase tickets at half price. This special is not always offered, but if you just want to check out DisneyQuest for a couple of hours, it's worth a try. Thanks to David T for info.

Cirque du Soleil La Nouba

La Nouba is a spectacular show with amazing feats of acrobatic prowess, beautiful lighting and costumes. While it's expensive, most people (myself included) think it's well worth the price. You can order tickets online through Ticketmaster, or by phone at (407) WDW-SEAT (939-7328). Shows are at 6:00 and 9:00 pm. There are no performances on Sundays or Mondays.

Regular Prices and Info

  • Premium (Front & Center) Seating is $136.32 for adults (age 10 and up), $108.63 for children (ages 3-9), tax included. These seats are in section 103, which is, as advertised, "front and center." Readers have reported that these seats are not worth the extra money.

  • Category 1 seats are $120.35 for adults (ages 10 and up), $94.79 for children (ages 3-9), tax included. These seats are in section 102, 104, and portions of 203-205. Reportedly these seats provide a very good view but you may be looking up because a lot of the action takes place overhead.

  • Category 2 seats are $94.79 for adults (ages 10 and up), $76.68 for children (ages 3-9), tax included. These seats are in sections 101, 105, and portions of 202-206. I have been told by many readers (and I can personally confirm) that these are great seats and they are the BEST VALUE, especially if you can get sections 203, 204 or 205, ideally in Row EE, FF or GG.

  • Category 3 seats are $77.75 for adults (ages 10 and up), $61.77 for children (ages 3-9), tax included. These seats are located in 201, 202, 206 and 207. You can see fine but you are quite off-center relative to the stage.

  • Category 4 seats (available ONLY in person at the Cirque Box Office) are $56.45 for adults (ages 10 and up), $45.80 for children (ages 3-9), tax included. These seats are located on the extreme edges of sections 201, 206 and 207. You can see okay but you are extremely off-center relative to the stage.

Click here to see a seating plan.

New Year's Eve

There are special New Year's Eve performances of La Nouba. Attendees receive a limited edition commemorative La Nouba trading pin. Ticket prices for the New Year's Eve performances of La Nouba are higher than usual. You can order tickets online or by phone at (407) WDW-SEAT (939-7328). Shows are at 6:00 and 9:00 pm.

Discounts

  • Florida residents can purchase discounted Category 2 tickets for Tuesday through Friday shows between 1/31/12 - 3/30/12. The discounted tickets are $68.75 for adults and $54.00 for children, plus tax. Tickets may be purchased up to 30 days prior to the show date. Each Florida resident may purchase tickets for themselves plus up to three guests. Tickets must be purchased in advance by phone at (407) 939-7328. Tickets are held in Will Call; ID and proof of eligibility must be shown when picking up tickets. If there are any discounted tickets remaining, they may also be sold the day of the show at the Box Office.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders can purchase discounted Category 2 tickets for Tuesday through Friday shows between 1/31/12 - 3/30/12. The discounted tickets are $68.75 for adults and $54.00 for children, plus tax. Tickets may be purchased up to 30 days prior to the show date. Each Passholder may purchase tickets for themselves plus up to three guests. Tickets must be purchased in advance by phone at (407) 939-7604. Tickets are held in Will Call; ID and proof of eligibility must be shown when picking up tickets. If there are any discounted tickets remaining, they may also be sold the day of the show at the Box Office.

  • Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members can purchase discounted Category 2 tickets for Tuesday through Friday shows between 1/31/12 - 3/30/12. The discounted tickets are $68.75 for adults and $54.00 for children, plus tax. Tickets may be purchased up to 30 days prior to the show date. Each member may purchase tickets for themselves plus up to three guests. Tickets must be purchased in advance by phone by calling DVC Member Services. Tickets are held in Will Call; ID and proof of eligibility must be shown when picking up tickets. If there are any discounted tickets remaining, they may also be sold the day of the show at the Box Office.

  • Undercover Tourist sells discounted Category 2 La Nouba tickets.

  • A Category 2 ticket for La Nouba is included for each person on your reservation, without additional charge, when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package. You must reserve seats in advance. A voucher is provided at check-in.

Movies

There is an AMC 24-plex movie theater in Downtown Disney.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get a $2 discount on adult evening admission. Valid for the Passholder only and cannot be combined with other discounts.

Spa & Salon Treatments

Disney's Spas

There are two full-service spas available at Walt Disney World resorts: The Grand Floridian Spa and The Spa at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. Most of Disney's Deluxe hotels also offer limited massage services, fitness rooms and/or salons. To see the official site for all of the Disney spas, salons and fitness centers, click here. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (407) 824-2332 for Grand Floridian or (407) 827-4455 for Saratoga Springs.

Please note: The Grand Floridian Spa closed on 9/19/11 and will remain closed for approximately 18 months due to a construction project at the resort. That leaves The Spa at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort as the only full-service spa at a Disney resort. The Mandara Spa at the Walt Disney World Dolphin is another full-service spa option on Disney World property.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 10% off one regularly priced 50-minute spa treatment per visit at the Saratoga Springs Spa, Animal Kingdom Lodge Massage & Fitness Center, BoardWalk Inn Resort Massage & Fitness Center, Contemporary Resort Massage & Fitness Center, Coronado Springs Massage & Fitness Center, Wilderness Lodge Resort Massage & Fitness Center and Yacht & Beach Club Massage & Fitness Center. Good only for the Passholder.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 10% off the regular price of one Salon treatment $45.00 or greater per visit at the Contemporary Resort Salon, Coronado Springs Salon and Yacht & Beach Club Salon. Good only for the Passholder.

  • Disney Vacation Club members get 10% off select spa treatments at the Saratoga Springs Spa.

  • All Magic Your Way vacation packages include a coupon for 15% off most 50 minute or greater services at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. (Hand and foot treatments are excluded.)

  • A spa treatment (massage, facial or manicure/pedicure) per person is included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Platinum vacation package.

Mandara Spa at the Walt Disney World Dolphin

The Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, a non-Disney-operated hotel located on Disney property right next to several Disney resorts, has a fabulous Mandara Spa.

  • Check the Mandara Spa website for specials (select the Spa Offers tab).

  • The Mandara Spa accepts SpaFinder gift certificates, which are sometimes discounted.

  • Disney Vacation Club members can get a special price on select treatments. Ask when booking.

  • D23 members save 10% at any Mandara Spa.

Palace Spa at Buena Vista Palace

The very nice Palace Spa at Buena Vista Palace is on Disney property, in the Downtown Disney area.

  • Click here to print a coupon for 25% off at the Palace Spa, valid from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Monday through Friday.

  • Check out the Palace Spa website for specials.

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is an enchanting place where little royals can create their own wands, fill their own jewelry boxes, and explore a stunning array of storybook delights. The salon is owned by Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother herself and operated by her wand-toting Godmothers-in-Training. They’re wondrous whizzes with faux hair, accessories, jewels, beads, nail paints and other niceties. They’ve conjured up three royal hair styles: fairy tale princess, pop princess or Disney diva. The boutique is open to princesses ages 3-12.

There are now two locations for the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique: one is part of the Princess Room at the World of Disney store in Downtown Disney Marketplace, and the second is in the Magic Kingdom inside Cinderella Castle.

You can book sessions at either location up to 180 days in advance at (407) WDW-STYLE (407-939-7895).

  • There are occasionally discounts or deals for Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members, so if you are one or the other, be sure to ask when booking and at check-in.

  • Note that you can bring your own princess costume from home and save a fortune vs. buying a costume at the Boutique! Thanks to Carla C for info.

The Pirates League

Ahoy, mateys! Begin your piratical transformation when you receive your Official Pirate Name as recorded from the leather-bound captain's log. Next, stop by the Muster Station and leave your old self behind as the Pirate Masters perform a marauder's makeover. Hear the ways of the scurvy sea dogs as they apply yer buccaneer beard, scars, earrings and eye patches. Or even be ye a boney pirate and wear your skeleton on yer skin! Once you have fully transformed, enter the Secret Room where your Pirate Portrait is taken for posterity and the Pirate Masters reveal their hidden treasure.

The Pirates League is located in Magic Kingdom, next to Pirates of the Caribbean. For ages 3 and up. For reservations at The Pirates League call (407) WDW-CREW (939-2739).

  • There are occasionally discounts or deals for Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members, so if you are one or the other, be sure to ask when booking and at check-in.

Harmony Barber Shop on Main Street

Located on Main Street in the Magic Kingdom, the old-fashioned Harmony Barber Shop offers a relatively low-cost and definitely fun experience. Haircuts are $19 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under, $18 for "baby's first haircut."

The barber shop also offers a fun service of decorating kids' hair for a nominal charge. MouseSavers.com reader Kimberly F explains, "I saw all these little kids running around with various colors of hair paint and confetti in their hair. I learned this costs $5 at the barber shop... They will put some hair spray and confetti in a child's hair (they call it Pixie Dust) for FREE! We did this for my daughter while my son got a hair cut. She loved it! It does not last a long time, particularly if you are riding any fast rides, but it made her feel very special."

The barber shop is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, seven days a week. You can walk up and wait your turn, though waits can take awhile at times. However, the barber shop now takes appointments up to 180 days in advance at (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529) or (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463). (If the agent is having a hard time finding it in the system, it is listed under Children's Activities.) You must provide a credit card number when booking. If you miss the appointment without cancelling at least 24 hours in advance, there is a $10 fee. Thanks to Nancy V for additional information.

Tours and Special Backstage Programs

Disney offers many interesting backstage tours in the theme parks. You must reserve tours in advance through (407) WDW-TOUR (939-8687).

  • Birnbaum's Walt Disney World 2012 has coupons in the back good for savings on the following tours: 15% off Animal Kingdom Wild by Design Tour, 10% off Epcot Dive Quest, 10% off Disney's Dolphins in Depth. These coupons expire 12/31/12. There's also a coupon for 15% off the Behind the Seeds Tour at Epcot, good for up to 10 people, which expires 12/30/12.

  • Disney Rewards Visa cardholders save 20% on most backstage tours (such as the Epcot Segway Tour) and special programs (such as Dolphins in Depth).

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 15% on most backstage tours (such as the Epcot Segway Tour, Disney's Keys to the Kingdom, etc.) and special programs (such as Dolphins in Depth). Good only for the Passholder.

  • Disney Vacation Club members save 15% on most backstage tours (such as the Epcot Segway Tour) and special programs (such as Dolphins in Depth).

  • If you have a AAA Diamond Card (which normally comes with a vacation package booked through AAA) you may qualify for a 15% discount on some tours (not Aqua Tour or Divequest). Thanks to Ginger T for info.

  • Many tours are included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium vacation package.

  • Virtually all tours and other backstage experiences (including Dolphins in Depth, Dive Quest and Aqua Seas) are included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Platinum vacation package.

Pool Cabanas

Pool cabanas are available at the three Monorail resorts: Disney's Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian. They include such amenities as a flat-panel television, DVD player, digital music docking station, locking drawer for personal items, mini fridge, fruit platter, soft drinks and bottled water. (Amenities may vary by resort: ask when booking.) You'll also receive service from a cabana attendant. To book a cabana, call (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

  • Disney Vacation Club members get 20% off pool cabanas at the Contemporary.

Boating & Water Sports

We always have a fantastic time buzzing around Bay Lake on the little Sea Raycers (formerly called "water mice") available for rent at Wilderness Lodge and other resorts. These and many other types of boats can be rented at Walt Disney World.

Additionally, at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre at Disney's Contemporary Resort, you can try water sports including personal watercraft (jet skis), parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding and tubing. Reservations are suggested. Certain age and other restrictions apply. For more information or reservations call (407) 939-0754.

  • Check out the web specials for water sports at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre at Disney's Contemporary Resort. If you book online, you can sometimes get a discount.

  • Birnbaum's Walt Disney World 2012 has a coupon in the back good for 15% off personal watercraft, parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding and family tubing at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre. Expires 12/31/12.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 10% on personal watercraft, parasailing, water skiing and wakeboarding at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre after noon.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 15% on boat rentals at any resort marina, including Specialty Fireworks Cruises. Offer valid for Passholder only. Subject to availability. Certain age restrictions apply (excludes Holiday Event Specialty Cruises and the Grand 1 Yacht).

  • Disney Vacation Club members may qualify for boat rental and/or watersports discounts, so be sure to ask when booking.

  • D23 members save 10% on personal watercraft, parasailing, water skiing and wakeboarding at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre.

  • All Magic Your Way vacation packages include a voucher for 15% off the regular price of any boat rental at participating Walt Disney World marina locations, and a voucher for 10% off the regular price of all activities including parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing trips at Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre.

  • All Magic Your Way vacation packages include a voucher for 10% off the regular price of all activities including parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing trips at Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre.

  • Most boat rentals and water sports are included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package.

Bass Fishing

Guided catch-and-release bass fishing is available at Walt Disney World. Excursions include fishing equipment, rod, reel, shiners, artificial bait, non-alcoholic beverages and a 1-year membership to B.A.S.S. (Bass Anglers Sportsman Society). Advance reservations are required. Call (407) WDW-BASS (939-2277) or book online at disneyworldfishing.com.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders save 10% off of a BASS Nitro or Guided Fishing Excursion. Valid for the Passholder and the number of guests on the reservation. Valid only at Walt Disney World Resort.

  • Disney Vacation Club members may qualify for discounts on fishing excursions, so be sure to ask when booking.

  • All Magic Your Way vacation packages include a coupon for 15% off the regular price of Guided Bass Fishing Excursions and Bass Nitro Fishing Excursions at select Walt Disney World marinas.

  • Fishing excursions are included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package.

Golf

Disney operates four championship golf courses (Lake Buena Vista, Magnolia, Osprey Ridge and Palm) plus a 9-hole family walking course (Oak Trail). Advance reservations are required. Call (407) WDW-GOLF (939-4653) or book online at disneyworldgolf.com.

A great unofficial site for Disney golf information is Marc's Walt Disney World and Golf Site.

  • "Summer Price Slice" - In the summer months, there is usually a major discount if you are willing to start after 10:00 am, and an even deeper discount for those willing to brave the afternoon heat (generally starting at 3:00 or later). Ask when reserving your tee time.

  • "Twilight Rates" - In the fall and winter months, there is often a discount if you are willing to start after 2:00 or 3:00 in the afternoon. Ask when reserving your tee time.

  • "Play Pass" or "Replay Rate" - Play two rounds at Walt Disney World and save money. (Often the second round is 50% off.) You may play on the same course twice or on different courses. Book within 90 days of your arrival. Thanks to Diane P for info.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get 30% off day visitor rates for Passholder and up to three guests. Cannot be combined with other discounts including Twilight Rates. Tee times at this rate are limited and may be made up to 14 days in advance. Advance reservations required. Valid on Championship Courses only.

  • Disney Vacation Club members can purchase a DVC Golf Membership for $50. With this membership, the member and up to three guests get special, discounted 18-hole per-round pricing for a full year, 20% savings on golf lessons, and pay $20 per 9-hole round at Disney's Oak Trail ($15 for juniors when accompanied by a member).

  • Disney Vacation Club members can participate in special weekly golf clinics. Contact Member Services or check the member website for details.

  • Active duty military personnel pay reduced greens fees for tee times after 10:00 am and only at the Palm and Magnolia golf courses. They can only make reservations up to 24 hours in advance at the reduced rate.

  • If you have Magic Your Way tickets with the Water Park Fun & More option, you can use one or more of those options for a round of golf at Oak Trail. Advance reservations are required.

  • Unlimited golf (greens fees, electric cart, range balls, rental golf shoes and rental golf clubs) is included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package. Reservations are required.

  • Golf lessons with a pro are included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package. Reservations are required.

Miniature Golf

Disney operates two miniature golf courses: Winter Summerland, located near Blizzard Beach Water Park, and Fantasia Gardens, located near the Dolphin Hotel.

  • Anyone can get 50% off a second round on the same day.

  • Birnbaum's Walt Disney World 2012 has a coupon in the back good for 10% off one round of miniature golf before 4:00 pm, good for up to 4 people. Expires 12/31/12.

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get 50% off miniature golf, for the Passholder and up to 3 guests.

  • Disney Vacation Club members get a 15% discount on rounds of miniature golf for members and up to three guests.

  • All Magic Your Way vacation packages include a voucher valid for one round of miniature golf at either Disney's Fantasia Gardens or Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf courses. (One per room.)

  • Unlimited miniature golf is included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Premium or Platinum vacation package.

Richard Petty Driving Experience

Drive or ride along in a NASCAR-style race car with the Richard Petty Driving Experience, located on Walt Disney World property. You can do a Ride-Along Experience (ride shotgun in a 2-seat NASCAR-style stock car driven by a professional instructor, for 3 laps at up to 165 mph) or a Driving Experience (take command of the wheel and experience the thrill first hand). Call (800) BE-PETTY (237-3889) for reservations and information.

Parking at the speedway is FREE, or you can get a FREE shuttle from Disney's Ticket and Transportation Center. (Ask about the shuttle when making your reservation.)

  • Disney World Annual, Premium Annual and Seasonal Passholders get 10% off, for the Passholder only, at Walt Disney World Speedway only. Not valid with any other coupon or discount.

  • Disney Rewards Visa cardholders can get $30 off the Ride-Along Experience, plus a FREE souvenir photo (reg. $17.50 value) Mention the offer at the Speedway to get your Ride-Along Experience discount and complimentary Ride-Along photo. Book and complete your driving experience by 1/31/12.

  • Disney Rewards Visa cardholders can get $150 off the Rookie Experience. Call Richard Petty Driving Experience at 1-800-237-3889 and mention your Disney Rewards Visa Card to receive your Rookie Driving Experience savings. Book and complete your driving experience by 1/31/12.

  • Undercover Tourist sells significantly discounted tickets for the Richard Petty Driving Experience packages.

  • If you purchase a 2012 Entertainment Book, you can access a private website that offers discounts on the Richard Petty Ride-Along Experience. Taxes and fees are added on to the ticket prices later in the ordering process, which minimizes the savings, but even with those added, you can save a few dollars. To access the private site, register your Entertainment Book online, then log in and click on the "Events & Attractions" tab. (Note that this private site also sells the Richard Petty Rookie Driving Experience and Walt Disney World Magic Your Way tickets, but once you add the taxes and fees, Undercover Tourist has better prices on those.)

  • Disney Vacation Club members receive 20% off all Richard Petty Driving Experience Programs. Contact Member Services or check the member website for details.

  • Disney Vacation Club members can take a FREE 30-minute tour of the speedway (normally $15). To book the track tour, call (800) BE-PETTY (237-3889) and mention that you are a DVC member.

  • MouseSavers.com reader Carrie F reports that she received a 20% AAA discount when booking the Richard Petty Driving Experience. It's definitely worth asking about this discount if you're a member of AAA!

  • If you have an American Express card that earns Membership Rewards points, you can redeem those points for Richard Petty experiences.

  • A Ride-Along Experience for one person per package is included without additional charge when you purchase a Magic Your Way Platinum vacation package.

Indy Racing Experience

The Indy Racing Experience, located outside the gates of the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Speedway, offers riding and driving programs in IndyCars. One option is a high-speed 2-seater ride where the passenger sits behind a real IndyCar driver while they do 3 laps around the 1-mile oval, experiencing up to 4 Gs in the corner. If you're really a thrill-seeker, you can drive 8 laps in the car yourself!

  • No current discounts.

ESPN Wide World of Sports

ESPN innovation and entertainment joins the magic and service of Walt Disney World Resort at this 220-acre sports complex, host of more than 60 sports and thousands of events for athletes of all ages and skill levels. From the state-of-the-art broadcast center and the ESPN Innovation Lab to professionally kept fields and courts, there is no other place like this to play at the next level.

  • If you have Magic Your Way tickets with the Water Park Fun & More option, you can use one or more of those options for admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports. However, note that this is not a good idea in most cases since the cost of admission to this venue is so low!

  • Premium Annual Passes include unlimited admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports for as long as your pass is valid.

Characters in Flight

Characters in Flight is a tethered 400-foot balloon ride at Downtown Disney that lasts 8 to 10 minutes.

  • If you have a AAA Diamond Card (which normally comes with a vacation package booked through AAA) you may qualify for a 15% discount on flights before noon.
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