Disney World Water Parks, Tours & More

LAST UPDATE: 3/4/20

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 Disney World activities.

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, 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 Disney World attractions.

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 we’ve gathered them in one place here! Disney World vacation packages include discounts and vouchers for some of the activities on this page as well. Check our Disney Resort Hotel vacation package details page to see the current discounts that are included with a vacation package.

Jump to:

• Special Events
• Water Parks
• Cirque du Soleil – Drawn to Life
• Aerophile/Characters in Flight Balloon
• Amphicar Tours
• Bass Fishing
• Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
• Boating, Water Sports & Biking
• Bowling at Splitsville
• Character Couture
• ESPN Wide World of Sports
• Golf
• Miniature Golf
• Harmony Barber Shop on Main Street, U.S.A.
• Horseback Riding and Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
• Movies
• NBA Experience
• The Pirates League
• Pool Cabanas
• Spa & Salon Treatments
• New!Tours and Special Backstage Programs
• The Void

Special Events

We have an extensive MouseSavers page with information about 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, that is the place to check!

If an additional cost is required to attend the event, we 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. Standard water park tickets are valid at both Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, and if both are open you can visit both on the same day with one ticket.

Jump to:

• Tickets That Include Water Park Admission
• Water Park Discounts at Ticket Window
• Other Water Park Deals

Tickets That Include Water Park Admission

• If you have Disney World Tickets with the Park Hopper Plus option (formerly Water Park Fun & More), you can use one or more of the “visits” for admission to a water park.
• Platinum Plus Passes include unlimited admission to the water parks for as long as your pass is valid.

Water Park Discounts at Ticket Window

• Disney World Annual Passholders get up to $16 off 1-day adult water park tickets and up to $10 off child water park tickets. Offer good for the Passholder and up to 3 guests.
• Disney Vacation Club members pay only $52.19, tax included, for 1-day water-park tickets.
• Auto Club South offices in Florida offer a small (about $3) discount on Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon admission for AAA and CAA members. The nearest office to Disney World is located at 7339 West Sand Lake Road, Suite 424 in Bay Hill/Orlando (note that this is not very close to Disney World — it’s about 11-12 miles away). Call (407) 351-5610 for hours and directions. Tickets must be purchased in person unless you are a member of Auto Club South, in which case you can purchase online after logging into the Auto Club South website.

Other Water Park Deals

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off the regular price at Winter Summerland Miniature Golf in Blizzard Beach for Passholder and up to 3 guests.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 20% off regularly priced merchandise at Beach Haus at Blizzard Beach and Singapore Sal’s at Typhoon Lagoon.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off the regular price at Winter Summerland Miniature Golf in Blizzard Beach.

Cirque du Soleil – Drawn to Life

A new Cirque du Soleil show called Drawn to Life is coming to Disney Springs. It will open for previews March 20, 2020, and officially premieres on April 17, 2020.

Drawn to Life follows the story of Julie, a courageous and determined girl who discovers an unexpected gift left by her late father: an unfinished animation piece. Guided by a surprising pencil, she embarks on an inspiring quest sprinkled with her Disney childhood memories. Through this journey, she learns to imagine new possibilities and animate the story of her future. This show is a collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering and will feature acrobatic performances, amazing costumes, live music and whimsical characters.

While it’s expensive, most people (including us) find Cirque du Soleil shows well worth the price. You can order tickets online, or by phone at (855) 473-7783 or (702) 352-0221. From March 20 – April 16, 2020, shows are at 5:30 pm. Staring April 18, 2020, shows are at 5:30 and 8:30 pm. There are no performances on Sundays or Mondays.

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• Regular Cirque du Soleil Prices and Info
• Cirque du Soleil Discounts

Regular Cirque du Soleil Prices and Info

Our main comment would be that there are NO horrible seats in this theater. It’s not super-critical to be centered to the stage with a Cirque du Soleil show, because a lot of the show will place in the air and there is usually a lot going on all the time — if you miss something on one section of the stage, there’s generally plenty of other activity on another part of the stage to watch! We think the big decision is whether you want to be super close (to see the performers’ faces) or further up (so you’re not craning your neck to watch the aerial acts).

There are 6 categories of seats – each represented by a color. If you want very good seats, go for the Blue section and see if you can get a discount. If you want to see the show but you’re on a tight budget, consider the Green or Tan sections. We don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

Please note: there is a $9.95 service charge per ticket online.

• Yellow Section seats are $190.63 per adult (age 10 and up), $154.43 per child (age 3-9), tax included. We do not think the premium price for these seats is justified. While this location provides a centered, close-up view (you can see many of the performers’ facial expressions clearly), you are looking up a lot because so much of the action takes place overhead.
• Purple Section seats are $165.08 per adult (age 10 and up), $133.13 per child (age 3-9), tax included. These seats are not worth the extra money, in our opinion. While the seats provide a centered, close-up view (you can see many of the performers’ facial expressions clearly), you are looking up a lot because so much of the action takes place overhead.
• Pink Section seats are $148.04 per adult (age 10 and up), $116.09 per child (age 3-9), tax included. Some of the seats provide a close-up view (you can see many of the performers’ facial expressions clearly) but you are looking up a lot because so much of the action takes place overhead. Other seats in this category are very good, but it’s questionable whether they are better than some Blue Section seats.
• Blue Section (BEST VALUE, in our opinion) seats are $116.09 per adult (age 10 and up), $94.79 per child (age 3-9), tax included. These seats are either close to the stage but off to the side, or high up but relatively center. These are very good seats, especially if you can get the sections closer to the back and in the center, where you are looking straight across at the aerial activities and down at the stage. This is the ticket category that is most often discounted, and we highly recommend it.
• Green Section seats are $101.18 per adult (age 10 and up), $84.14 per child (age 3-9), tax included. Some of these seats are in the extreme upper corners of the theater. The rest are very close to the stage. In either case,  you can see fine but you are quite off-center relative to the stage.
• Tan Section seats are $84.14 per adult (age 10 and up), $69.23 per child (age 3-9), tax included. These seats are located on the extreme upper corners of the theater. You can see okay but you are extremely off-center relative to the stage.

Cirque du Soleil Discounts

In the past there were sometimes discounts to to the Disney Springs Cirque du Soleil show for Disney World Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club members and Cirque Club members (free to join). When those are available we will post them here.

Aerophile/Characters in Flight Balloon

A tethered gas balloon — which features hand-painted silhouettes of Peter Pan, Dumbo, Aladdin, Jasmine, Buzz Lightyear, and Tinkerbell — rises 300 feet above Disney Springs. The balloon’s 19-foot diameter gondola can hold up to 29 passengers and a pilot. Participants hover for 8 to 10 minutes while enjoying a breathtaking ride and a 360-degree view of Walt Disney World.

• Disney Vacation Club members save $10 on tickets for flights between 8:30 and 10:00 am, or get 20% off full ticket price after 10:00 am.

Amphicar Tours

Enjoy a 20-minute Captain’s guided tour of the landmarks of Disney Springs aboard one of The Boathouse’s rare Amphicars that drive on land and float in the water. Tours are offered hourly (weather permitting) from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, and includes your own Car Captain and seating for up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 small children.

To book a tour call (407) WDW-BOAT (939-2628) or visit The Ship’s Store adjacent to The Boathouse.

• Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World 2020 includes a coupon for $25 off an Amphicar tour (excludes the Splash Tour). Expires 12/31/20.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off the regular price of an Amphicar tour.
• Disney Vacation Club members get a 10% discount off the regular price of an Amphicar tour.

Bass Fishing

Guided catch-and-release bass fishing is available at Walt Disney World. Excursions include fishing equipment (rod, reel, tackle, bait) and non-alcoholic beverages. Advance reservations are required. Call (407) WDW-BASS (939-2277).

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off of a Guided Fishing Excursion. Valid for the Passholder and the number of guests permitted on the reservation. Valid only at Walt Disney World Resort.

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is owned by Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother herself and operated by her wand-toting Godmothers-in-Training. Children ages 3 – 12 can choose a hairstyle then add makeup, nail color and accessories, and even a Disney Princess costume. There are a variety of Princess packages as well as a Knight Package and Deluxe Knight Package.

There are three locations for the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique: in Disney Springs Marketplace; in the Magic Kingdom inside Cinderella Castle; and in the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

You can book sessions at any location up to 180 days in advance on the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique page or by calling (407) WDW-STYLE (939-7895).

• There are occasionally limited-time discounts or deals for Disney World Annual 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 and accessories from home and save a fortune vs. buying them at the Boutique! Thanks to Carla C for info.

Boating, Water Sports & Biking

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.

At Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs, Port Orleans, Old Key West, Saratoga Springs, Wilderness Lodge and Fort Wilderness, you can rent bicycles. Helmets and child seats are provided. At Boardwalk, Coronado Springs, Old Key West, Saratoga Springs and Port Orleans, you can rent “surrey bikes” which are like small covered pedal cars for 2, 4 or 6 people. You do not need to be staying at the resort to rent bicycles or surrey bikes. All of the resorts have designated loops you are allowed to bike on (though you’re welcome to stop along the way and take a break or look at the scenery). No reservations are needed; it’s first-come, first-served.

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off the regular price of boat, bicycle, and Surrey Bike rentals at any Walt Disney World Marina. (Excludes Specialty Cruises, Holiday Event Specialty Cruises, the Grand 1 Yacht, and Surrey Bike Rentals at BoardWalk Inn.) Certain age restrictions apply.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off rentals at most Disney resort marinas. Does not include fishing cruises or specialty cruises.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 10% off Surrey Bike rentals between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm at BoardWalk Inn and 15% off Surrey Bike rentals 15% off bicycle and surrey bike rentals at most Walt Disney World Resort marinas/community halls. Certain age restrictions apply.

Bowling at Splitsville

Splitsville is a luxury bowling alley with great food, located in Disney Springs. They also have live bands performing every Saturday night. There is no cover charge.

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 20% off the regular price of walk-in bowling only; not valid for reservations.
• Disney Vacation Club members can attend Member Nights, most Wednesdays at 6:00 pm for $55.38 per adult (age 10 an up) and $42.60 per child (age 9 and under). This includes 1.5 hours of bowling time, shoe rental, one shared appetizer (per 2 people), an entrée (or kid’s meal), a signature beverage and a special gift. Advance reservations through Member Services are required; check the DVC member site for blockout dates.

Character Couture

Guests of all ages can get a hairstyle or makeup look based on a Disney character or theme. Professional stylists work their magic to help you get into character during your visit to the parks or at a special event. Services will take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the service selected. Unlike Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where kids choose from pre-set hairstyle and makeup options, the licensed cosmetologists at Character Couture can work with you to create a look more tailored to your features and preferences.

There are several locations offering Character Couture:

• The Salon in the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
• Salon by the Springs in the Wilderness Lodge
• La Vida Salon at Coronado Springs Resort
• Ship Shape Salon at the Yacht & Beach Club Resort

In-room services are also available at participating Walt Disney World Resort hotels for an additional fee of $25 per reservation.

To book an appointment, call (407) WDW-GLAM (939-4526).

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off regularly priced services.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off regularly priced services. This offer is valid for a party that includes the DVC member and up to 7 guests.
• Disney Visa cardholders get 15% off regularly priced services.
• Florida residents get 10% off regularly priced services.

ESPN Wide World of Sports

The ESPN Wide World of Sports hosts over 60 sports and thousands of events for athletes of all ages and skill levels. This is actually a very nice complex to see sporting events, and they host many different amateur sports events pretty much year-round. There is an admission fee to enter the complex, but there’s not much to see or do unless there’s a game going on, and nearly any game will have its own admission tickets which include admission to the complex.

• If you have Disney World Tickets with the Park Hopper Plus option (formerly Water Park Fun & More), you can use one or more of the “visits” for admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports. However, note that this is not a good use of a “visit” in most cases since the cost of admission to this venue is so low by comparison with the other options, such as the water parks.
• Platinum Plus Passes include unlimited admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports for as long as your pass is valid.

Golf

Disney operates three championship golf courses (Lake Buena Vista, Magnolia and Palm) plus a 9-hole family walking course (Oak Trail). Oak Trail can also be booked for an 18-hole game of FootGolf. Advance reservations are required. To book a round of golf or for more information about any of the special offers below, visit golfwdw.com or call (407) WDW-GOLF (939-4653). The Walt Disney World Golf Blog, written by Marc Schwartz, can now be found on the Walt Disney World Golf site.

• “Sunrise 9” costs start at $37.28 (tax included) and includes 9 holes of golf at the Oak Trail, Lake Buena Vista, Palm or Magnolia golf course and a hot breakfast sandwich and a beverage of your choice (coffee, orange juice or water) before you play. After your round, a beverage (beer or soft drink) is also included. Tee times for this offer must be scheduled between 7:00 am and 8:30 am; you can make reservations up to 90 days in advance. Rental equipment will also be available at discounted pricing.
• “Sunset 9” costs start at $30.89 (tax included) and includes 9 holes of golf at the Oak Trail, Lake Buena Vista, Palm or Magnolia golf course, use of a golf cart and a hot dog and beverage of your choice (domestic beer or soft drink) before you play. Tee times for this offer begin between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm depending on the date; you can make reservations up to 90 days in advance. Rental equipment will also be available at discounted pricing.
• “Summer Price Slice” – In the summer months, there is usually a major discount if you are willing to start after 11:00 am, and an even deeper discount for those willing to brave the afternoon heat (generally starting at 3:00 pm or later). Ask when reserving your tee time.
• “Multi-Round Pass” – This discount card is FREE and gives you a bigger discount on each round of golf after the first non-discounted round (20% off the 2nd round, 30% off the 3rd, etc, up to 50% off). The card is available upon request at either Disney Pro golf shop. The card expires 10 days after it’s issued.
• Orlando-area residents can join The Players Club  – New for 2020, there are 3 membership levels: Silver, Gold and Platinum. All membership levels include use of practice ranges for FREE; access to FREE daily golf clinics on a variety of topics; 20% off food and soft drink purchases (alcohol and tobacco not included). Gold and Platinum membership include additional benefits.
• Guests staying at one of the Disney owned and operated resorts get FREE transportation between the golf courses and their hotel. The night before you plan to play, just call Bell Services and tell them what course you are playing and your scheduled tee time. They will arrange for a taxi and give you a voucher for cab fare.
• Guests staying at one of the Disney owned and operated resorts get a discount on golf club rentals when they purchase a non-discounted round of golf at Disney’s Palm, Magnolia or Lake Buena Vista Golf Courses. Guests must present a valid Resort ID at check-in to the Disney Golf course to receive this benefit. Offer not valid with any other discount or offer.
• Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World 2020 includes a coupon for 2 for 1 FootGolf greens fees. Expires 12/31/20.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 25% off the current guest rate for the Passholder and up to 3 guests at at Disney’s Palm, Magnolia or Lake Buena Vista Golf Courses. Children under 18 get up to 50% off the prevailing adult Passholder rate (pre-twilight). Passholders also get a discount at Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course.
• Disney Vacation Club members get a variety of discounts on golf, golf lessons and golf club rentals. The list of DVC member golf discounts is extensive, check the DVC member website.
• Active duty military personnel pay reduced greens fees for tee times after 10:00 am and get a discount on golf club rentals.  A valid Military ID is required at check-in. Advance reservations required; you can make reservations up to 90 days in advance.
• If you have Disney World Tickets with the Park Hopper Plus option (formerly Water Park Fun & More), you can use one or more of the “visits” for a round of golf at Oak Trail. Advance reservations are required. Club rental is not included for adults. The optional pull cart rental is not included.

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.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off miniature golf, for the Passholder and up to three guests.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off miniature golf.
• If you have Disney World Tickets with the Park Hopper Plus option (formerly Water Park Fun & More), you can use one or more of the “visits” for one round of miniature golf at either Disney’s Fantasia Gardens or Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf courses (before 4:00 pm). However, note that this is not a good use of a “visit” in most cases since the cost of a round is so low by comparison with other options, such as the water parks.

Harmony Barber Shop on Main Street, U.S.A.

Located on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom, the old-fashioned Harmony Barber Shop offers a relatively low-cost and definitely fun experience. Haircuts start at $19 for adults, $18 for kids 9 and under, and $25 for “My First Haircut” package.

The barber shop also offers a fun service of decorating kids’ hair for a nominal charge. They will put gel and glitter (aka “Pixie Dust”) in a child’s hair, and sculpt the hair into a crazy ‘do, for just $7.50 plus tip.

You can walk up and wait your turn, though waits can take awhile at times.

You can make an appointment up to 180 days in advance at on the Harmony Barber Shop page or by calling (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

Horseback Riding and Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

There are a number of activities for horse lovers at Walt Disney World, most of them at the Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Fort Wilderness.

You can walk through the stables at the Tri-Circle-D Ranch and see Cinderella’s Ponies, the horses of Main Street, U.S.A. and the Dragon Calliope—the horse-drawn musical instrument used in the Mickey Mouse Club Circus Parade at Disneyland Park in the 1950s. The Tri-Circle-D Ranch has Appaloosas, Arabians, Belgians, Clydesdales, paint horses, Percherons, quarter horses and Shetland ponies.

Please note: The Draft Horse Barn and Pony Farm are currently inaccessible to guests until their new barn debuts in Spring 2020.

Pony rides are offered daily at the Trail Blaze Corral at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Riders must be at least 2 years old, under 80 pounds, no taller than 48 inches and able to hold on by themselves. A parent or guardian must lead the pony at all times. There is a fee for this activity and payment must be made in cash. For more information, call (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

Fort Wilderness and Port Orleans – Riverside both offer a 25-minute ride in a horse-drawn carriage. The ride at Fort Wilderness takes you through a pine and cypress forest. At Port Orleans – Riverside you ride along the banks of the Sassagoula River. The carriages fit up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 3 small children. Reservations are recommended and can be made up to 180 days in advance by calling (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

Guided horseback trail rides are available at Fort Wilderness, riders must be ages 9 and up, over 48 inches tall and weigh under 250 pounds. Closed-toe shoes are required. The 45-minute ride takes you through the woods surrounding Fort Wilderness. Reservations are recommended and can be made up to 180 days in advance by calling (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 10% off of a Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride or Guided Trail Ride. The discount does not apply to holiday and special themed carriage ride events.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 10% off of a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride or Guided Trail Ride. The discount does not apply to holiday and special themed carriage ride events.
• Disney Visa cardholders get 10% off of a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride or Horseback Trail Ride.

Movies

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

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

NBA Experience

The NBA Experience in Disney Springs has multiple interactive elements and hands-on activities, all related to professional basketball. In a slam dunk challenge, you can change the height of a standard 10-foot-tall rim to as low as seven feet so you can perform your own superstar moves – captured by burst photography. See how you stack up to some of the world’s best basketball players by measuring your vertical leap, wingspan, and shooting and dribbling skills. You can return to stations multiple times to try and improve your performance.

Please note: To participate in NBA Experience activities, footwear is required; athletic footwear is recommended. Upon arrival, adults must sign a waiver; children under 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver for them. Guests under age 14 must be accompanied by a guest age 14 or older to enter the NBA Experience.

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

The Pirates League

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.

You can make an appointment up to 180 days in advance on the Pirates League page or by calling (407) WDW-CREW (939-2739).

Please note: Pirates League will close permanently on July 27, 2020.

• There are occasionally limited-time discounts or deals for Disney World Annual 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 pirate costume and accessories from home and save a fortune vs. buying them there!

Pool Cabanas

Pool cabanas are available at the Contemporary, Beach Club, Grand Floridian and Yacht Club Resorts. 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).

Please note: Guests staying at any Disney Resort Hotel can book a cabana at the Contemporary or Grand Floridian Resorts, but you to book a cabana at the Beach Club or Yacht Club Resort, you must be currently staying at one of those two Resorts.

• Disney World Annual Passholders get a 15% off pool cabanas at the Beach Club, Contemporary, Grand Floridian and Yacht & Beach Club Resorts.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off pool cabanas at the Beach Club, Contemporary, Grand Floridian and Yacht & Beach Club Resorts with advance reservations.

Spa & Salon Treatments

Disney’s Spas

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

The Mandara Spa at the Walt Disney World Dolphin is another full-service spa option on Disney World property.

Curious about how the spas differ? Kris Borchardt compares the Mandara Spa at the Walt Disney World Dolphin with the Spa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort.

• Disney World Annual Passholders save 15% on any regularly priced 50-minute or longer spa service including massages and facials per visit at the Senses Spa at Grand Floridian Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort, Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center at Animal Kingdom Lodge, Olympiad Fitness Center at Contemporary Resort, La Vida Health Club at Coronado Springs Resort, Sturdy Branches Health Club at Wilderness Lodge Resort and Ship Shape Massage • Salon • Fitness at Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Good only for the Passholder. A reservation is required.
• Disney World Annual Passholders save 15% per visit on any regularly priced Salon treatment valued at $45 or greater at the Senses Spa at Grand Floridian Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort, Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center at Animal Kingdom Lodge, Olympiad Fitness Center at Contemporary Resort, La Vida Health Club at Coronado Springs Resort, Sturdy Branches Health Club at Wilderness Lodge Resort and Ship Shape Massage • Salon • Fitness at Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Good only for the Passholder. A reservation is required.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 25% off most spa treatments and 15% off merchandise. These discounts apply at the Senses Spas and at the Disney resort fitness centers. Gratuity not included. In addition, Disney Vacation Club members qualify for a variety of FREE treatment upgrades and rotating specials: see the Member website for details.
• Disney Visa cardholders save 15% per visit on any regularly priced Salon treatment valued at $45 or greater at the Senses Spa at Grand Floridian Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort, Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center at Animal Kingdom Lodge, La Vida Health Club and Casa de Belleza Salon at Coronado Springs Resort, Salon By the Springs at Wilderness Lodge Resort and Ship Shape Massage • Salon • Fitness at Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Good for cardholder and up to 3 guests. Reservations are recommended. There may be block out dates for this offer.
• Disney Visa cardholders save 15% per visit on any regularly priced 50-minute or longer spa service at the Senses Spa at Grand Floridian Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort, Zahanati Massage & Fitness Center at Animal Kingdom Lodge, La Vida Health Club and Casa de Belleza Salon at Coronado Springs Resort, Salon by the Springs at Wilderness Lodge Resort and Ship Shape Massage • Salon • Fitness at Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Good for cardholder and up to 3 guests. Reservations are recommended. There may be block out dates for this offer.

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).
• Disney Vacation Club members get 20% off all services Monday – Thursday and 10% off all services Friday – Sunday. An automatic service charge (which includes gratuity) of 20% is added to your bill.

Magnolia Spa at Shades of Green

If you qualify to stay at the military-only Shades of Green on the Walt Disney World property, you can visit Magnolia Spa at the resort. Their prices are substantially lower than the other spas on Disney property and nearby.

MouseSavers Preferred Hotel Spas

Several of MouseSavers preferred hotels have small but luxurious spas, where you can pamper yourself with a variety of massage options, manicures and pedicures, or get a fabulous new salon haircut or hair treatment.

B Indulged at the B Resort & Spa

The B Resort & Spa, located near Disney Springs, operates the B Indulged^®, an AVEDA lifestyle spa, a full-service spa offering a wide range of massage, skin care and body treatments, in addition to nail and hair care, waxing and make-up services. Visit the B Resort & Spa’s website for information and pricing for B Indulged.

The Island Spa at Caribe Royale Orlando

Caribe Royale operates The Island Spa. This boutique spa located in Tower III of the resort, offers nail, massage, and complete body treatments that are designed for ultimate relaxation. While open daily, spa hours and pricing are subject to change seasonally. Visit Caribe Royale’s website for information and pricing for The Island Spa.

• Guests of both Caribe Royale Orlando and Buena Vista Suites receive a 10% discount on spa services at the Island Spa.

Tours and Special Backstage Programs

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

New!New for 2020, as part of their Earth Month activities, Animal Kingdom will offer a “A Path Less Traveled Tour” on select dates March 29 – May 2 at 8:00 am. During this 2-hour walking tour you’ll learn more about the details, construction and design of the park. You’ll also meet with animal care experts and learn how they care for the animals in the park and what work is being done to save wildlife species worldwide. The tour costs $73.49 per person (age 10 and up), tax included. Admission to Animal Kingdom is required and is not included in the price. Advance reservations recommended. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off. Please note: This tour is only open to ages 10 and up. There are no backstage components or direct animal contact on this tour. Food and drinks are not provided.

• Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World 2020 has coupons in the back good for savings on the following tours: 10% off Epcot Dive Quest, 10% off Disney’s Dolphins in Depth (up to 4 people), 10% off Epcot Seas Adventures Aqua Tour. These coupons expire 12/31/20. There’s also a coupon for 15% off the Behind the Seeds Tour at Epcot (up to 10 people) that expires 12/30/20.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off regular price of select tours and experiences; check the Annual Passholder website for details.
• Disney Vacation Club members save 15% on most tours (such as Backstage Magic) and special programs (such as Dolphins in Depth).
• Disney Visa cardholders save 15% on most tours (such as Behind the Seeds) and special programs (such as Dolphins in Depth).

Private Premium VIP Tours are private tours just for your group. You’ll be led around by a Host or Hostess who will tailor the tour to your interests. They can usually assist you in experiencing the attractions with minimal waits (you don’t always skip the lines, but they know which rides will have the shortest lines at which times and in many cases they are allowed to use the FastPass+ entrance). When you set up a Private Premium VIP Tour, you can also request restaurant reservations, special viewing areas for certain shows and parades, etc. The cost is $400-$600 per hour for up to 10 guests (varies seasonally and higher rate applies if booked less than 48 hours in advance). Private Premium VIP tours have limited availability; it is recommended that you book 90 days in advance. There is a 7-hour minimum for this tour. Park admission is required. There are no discounts for this tour.

• To arrange a Private Premium VIP Tour call 407-560-4033.

Several Ultimate VIP Tours are available. These tours have a per person cost and take place on specific days of the week. On these tours you will be part of a larger group, each tour has a limited number of spots, generally around 20-25 people. The Ultimate VIP Tours can be booked 180 days in advance. Park admission is required.

• Disney World Annual Passholders get 15% off regular price of select Ultimate VIP tours; check the Annual Passholder website for details.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 15% off the regular price of select Ultimate VIP tours.
• Disney Visa cardholders save 15% off the regular price of select Ultimate VIP tours.

• To arrange an Ultimate VIP Tour call Disney Special Activities at (407) WDW-TOUR (939-8687) or go through the Disney Reservation Center, Guest Relations or the concierge at your Walt Disney World Resort hotel.

The Void

The Void offers two virtual-reality experiences in Disney Springs: Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire and Ralph Breaks VR. In both experiences, guests can move freely through an untethered, social, multi-sensory experience while interacting with members of their party as well as the characters.

Depending on how busy they are, the whole experience can take between 30 minutes to an hour, which includes an orientation and suiting up, as well as the actual virtual reality experience. Advance reservations are recommended.

• Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World 2020 includes a coupon for 10% off ticket purchase and a FREE digital photo (one per party). Expires 12/31/20.
• Disney World Annual Passholders get 10% off ticket and merchandise at the Disney Springs Void location. In person purchases only.
• Disney Vacation Club members get 10% off tickets and merchandise at the Disney Springs Void location. In person purchases only.