50 Secrets and Tips For Disney World’s EPCOT

How can you get the BEST seats on the NEWEST coaster? Where can you get FREE DRINKS in MULTIPLE locations? And is there a way you’ll be able to enjoy your park day while also simultaneously saving the world? Find out ALL the best EPCOT secrets and tips TODAY - on DFB Guide.
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[@brittneymcelwain7441]

Fun fact from a former Soarin’ CM about Soarin’: ask for GATE B NOT CONCOURSE B. All of the concourses are the same, the gates are the different sections within the theaters. The concourses are just 3 identical theaters. 😊

[@amydoran9987]

Epcot is the best park.

[@joshd3319]

Co-sign this!

[@In_DEPPTH]

Yes it is I love it

[@pikmin5987]

Animal kingdom would like to know your location

[@lianelayman6584]

I like Hollywood Studios best.

[@denisebaker7643]

It's #2 for me, AK is my #1. MK comes in third.

[@BrandonIslander]

My favorite thing to do is to watch these DFB videos and spill the secrets to my family throughout our trips, thanks AJ!

[@JustinDoesDisney]

Just in case anyone is planning on catching the Spaceship Earth light shows, they run every 10 minutes (on the tens). There are actually four different ones running right now for the Festival of the Arts! 👍

[@DawnEdwards6267]

What a boring park, not worth the money you spend to go there.

[@jordanv300]

@@DawnEdwards6267I honestly like epcot much more than animal kingdom and magic kingdom I can’t really decide between Hollywood and epcot but with rocken roller coaster being closed at the moment epcots my favorite park.

[@Legoluke197]

I remember when that interactive showcase game was Phineas and ferb themed. Or heck when it was Kim possible and they gave you special kimunicators for it you returned before you left you didn’t need your own device if you didn’t have one

[@christineschmidutz5057]

We played the kim possible game!

[@Eternaldarkness3166]

Instead of an attraction, I can see Wall-E just roaming around EPCOT, I remember a couple of those trashcans that were automated, so they could just have a cast member walk alongside him as a meet and greet, also bring an external battery pack for your phone, you'll need it and it'll help avoid having to find a station to plug in and take out the time of your day.

[@ellene4833]

"Shots of Jagermeister if you want to hate yourself." HA HA HA!!! 21-year-old me needed to hear this. Whomever wrote that line of the script deserves a raise.

[@apfelbasket]

I love the alcohol products in Germany. 1st my last name is Apple in German so my name is on most of the bottles ( which means I own them.. yeah Disney doesn't fall for that either) lol! But the Brandy filled Chocolate covered Cherries are awesome!

[@statistical-cats-sophia]

As a kid, Epcot was the most boring park. Now, at 21 it's in the running to be my favorite (especially with Cosmic Rewind)

[@daniellehoulne2100]

Do you think you'll ever do a video on the best places for vegetarians and vegans to eat throughout the parks? I'm really looking forward to my visit in October, especially to Epcott, but I feel like I'll be really limited to what/where I can eat outside my hotel

[@starbird3939]

Just came back from Epcot a month ago and here is what I noted: 1) Don’t bother coming a rope drop. The lines taper off around lunchtime to the afternoon. 2) WEAR CONFORTABLE SHOES DANG IT! No flips, no crocs, wear shoes meant for walking/standing 3) The Hibachi restaurant is a great p’ace to get your Veggies. The tempura is light fried and the meal itself has zucchini. Highly recommend. 4) Weekdays

[@CUTravel1st]

Wish we had a weekday to go

[@nekowaifu5358]

Disagree with the crocs. Those were one of the best shoes to take!

[@FrankMaynard]

On the topic of shoes, don’t wear brand-new ones. Wear comfortable, supportive shoes that your feet are used to and aren’t getting worn out. And good socks - hiking socks are good, and bring an extra pair. You might want to change mid-day. Also, get into a daily walking routine before you leave home. You’ll walk around 25,000 to 30,000 steps a day, so acclimate your legs and feet ahead of time.

[@Eternaldarkness3166]

Get a couple of insoles too, they help

[@moppupaws]

yknow i wish i could wear comfortable shoes but i get really self conscious. i love to dress up and wear extravagant clothing and if i dont look like that at all times, even on vacation, i feel horribly under dressed. i always hate looking like a bum/tourist lol. there have been times where ive stomped around disney world in 6 inch platform boots. did it hurt? yes. was it a dumb decision? yes. did i feel like the hottest person in the park though? yep and thats worth it.

[@carolpitts5875]

A clarification on the diving adventure. You do not need a ticket to EPCOT to do that experience only. There is a separate entrance after security but before the gates where you enter and exit. You will need a ticket if you want to enter the park, however. We did it last October and in addition to diving, you get a nice behind the scenes tour.

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

I'm so hyped to hear the sidewalk lights are returning!!!!!!!!!! 🥳🥳🥳

[@chrismarshall4486]

Yay! One week til we leave 🎉

[@LadyHuntress6]

I remember back in the day, the Epcot water fountains would toss water from one pot to another... looks like the journey of water could be bringing (or keeping) that alive. I really hope so... it was so magical when I was a kid.

[@tiffprendergast]

Yeah

[@shannonsmithjared]

Yes! I loved that!

[@mia_exe6540]

I love comparing these tips to what I did at Disney lol

[@therealdonglover]

Two items. 1. IIII is the traditional way to display 4 on a clock. Likely they chose it since it better fit the architectural time period of the building is located on. 2. BEVERLY IS AWESOME!!! It is the best of the offerings.

[@frankyi8206]

IIII is an older way for the Roman numeral 4. It became standardized to IV, but many watches/clocks still use IIII

[@Nicknamecbs0271]

On haunted mansion our magic band pluses were flashing red while waiting and on the ride 3:01

[@kimsampson5603]

These were great! I hope you make a secret and tips video for each of the other parks?!

[@successfultroll7174]

AJ, I don't know who told you that IIII on a clock is a Disney thing, but they were lying. It's called the Clockmaker's 4 and it's origin is unknown, but there are many popular theories. Rolex uses it, many clockmakera use it, you'll see it more often than not.

[@jamescalgaro5933]

My wife likes Beverly. Thinks it tastes like the Aperol spritz cocktail that she loves in the summer. Refreshing with a little bite.

[@tiffprendergast]

Ugh

[@diskeyworld5955]

Or do Wall-E and Eve represent all of us scooter people?!?! 😂

[@shimlacy]

Epcot is my fav park at WDW!!!!

[@janicericciuti9035]

you guys rock

[@missquxxn_4ever623]

Watching these so I can plan another Disney trip soon❤️

[@Shadowchameleons]

I really hope the Moana attraction is open by the time I go in November 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@cyber_xiii3786]

Well if it's supposed to come out this year, it would sure be disappointing if they meant December...

[@Canada_Official]

Its supposed to open this fall so I hope you'll be able to see it!

[@Finleypug]

EPCOT is my license plate .... 😁❤

[@melid211]

Thanks for the tips!

[@wdwexploreandchill]

woo hoo! Happy Thursday, y’all! 🥂🎩🖤

[@pettyovermedia]

I discovered the Japan store on our last trip, and some Totoro plushies are hidden for you to find. I got mine and haven't let go of him in 2 years!

[@MyWestiesTV]

Yup! A.J. Can’t keep a secret.😂😂

[@The_rat_ballerina]

I miss the Phineas and Ferb game!! And the weird thing is, the new Ducktales show ended but Phineas and Ferb is coming back

[@spiritedreviewexc]

you know, im most exited for the charge it yourself tables in Starbucks, im sucha nerd. Of course im exited for everything else. Last time I was there i was 7 dont remember a thing about Epcot expect for the big Ball.

[@Gogopowerandy]

I can’t believe they’re allowed to sell Nintendo Merch! Love it❤

[@TheUltima_Werewolf]

My Stitch MagicBand+ also glowed Blue and Purple after Flights of Passage, White during and after Soarin, and Red while on the queue for Haunted Mansion

[@WalkingTacos]

Magicband+ lights up in the line of Frozen. But not sure what it's linked to.

[@sharri115]

I have a question about the a la carte ride lightening lane rides and rider swap. Can you just buy one pass or do both adults have to buy the pass?

[@felvkitties8]

I ate on a trash can at food and wine. Good to know about where to sit on cosmic rewind to not get sick. We were in the front my husband loved it but said he'd rather have been one back because the ride was so fast and he couldn't keep his eyes open because they were watering so much.

[@arxvphoto809]

Hi Lauren. Can you elaborate on standard view vs preferred view? The latter is more expensive and we assumed we’d get a better view but you mentioned multiple times that it’s actually not better. What exactly do you mean by that? Thanks so much

[@richardmercer2337]

50!?! 😮 I would have settled for 10....

[@lianelayman6584]

The drum show in Japan was nice. Test Tract was too intense for me.

[@planetzoodle]

I loaded KZbin earlier, and it said that A.J. posted this video 2 seconds ago!😂

[@ephemerabluetit335]

I found Winnie the pooh handkerchiefs in mitsukoshi!!!

[@bebehello1111]

Any word on when the Journey of Water is going to open?

[@alikindo5819]

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[@yvonne1928]

Hi how can I get the list? I'm going to Disney on September 2023. 😊

[@ClaudiaRosani]

I'm not sure the reason given for the AA clock having number 4 as "IIII" is correct - check out ANY clock with roman numerals and this is how the number is presented. I believe it is a traditional clock/watch thing

[@Cold__Soup]

✌️

[@heidiziemer9696]

Who doesn't love Patrick Warburton?!

[@supersavingswithjennifer2036]

There are a LOT of charging stations that are vacant after Soarin before you get to the bathroom

[@CUTravel1st]

What is the best boom for the buck for a first timer going to Epcot dinning firework show? It’s my wife’s 50th but to be honest we’re breaking the bank to do this please help????

[@Thommadura]

It depends on what you want to see. The fact is, there is no dining site that gives you a very good place to see the Fireworks show. The best place to be for that show is at the end of the FRONT of the Park - across the water from the American Adventure.These areas fill in rapidly and early but there are places for Handicapped guests if you qualify. Then dining depends on what you want to eat although The Canadian Pavilion Steak House is really really good stuff - though expensive. Need more information - WHen are you going - and how are you going there? (By car or air). Will you have a rental car or your own or not? Where are you planning to stay as well. You CAN put together a less expensive option by staying in the Dolphin or Swan and they are sort of within walking distance to Epcot if you are mobile enough. YOu could also stay at one of the "good neighbor" hotels at Lake Buena Vista to save even more - and from there they are close to outside Food options that are much less expensive than Disney as well as offering Buses to Disney Attractions. Generally I plan to eat only a couple special meals at Disney Restaurants during a trip and eat the rest at less expensive venues either at Disney Springs - in the Hotels themselves - or off Property. Believe me you will be more than Satisfied with the Dolphin or Swan as well - they are really a good value.

[@CUTravel1st]

@@Thommadura thank you so much for your help. We are planning on going the 23 to magic kingdom and 29 to Epcot. We only have one day and a crusie is in between them. Flying in from CA land of the crazy’s but we love Disney. Don’t know if I need Genie or Genie plus there either. Want to see as much as we can of course. So when she AJ mentioned places to watch the show thru a paid dinning show she said there were from 36-95 so I was wondering there there is a good middle ground to watch the show and save time not waiting for the good spots. We are both short so it doesn’t take much to take away our view. I also have no ide if any festivales are going on. Kinda of a last minute trip my wife wanted to do but we have been traveling so much we are trying to watch what we spend on this one. I will say not knowing the park is exciting but also frustrating since we are clueless. Ever go to Disney I got your back 😀

[@Thommadura]

@@CUTravel1st Right Now I do not know if Disney Plus is worthwhile in Epcot center because of the plethora of closures and construction but If you have only one day - and are good at using smartphones (Make sure you have one no matter what) - then at least you will have a chance to see the best things. Do not go to the Spaceship earth first since that line comes way down later in the afternoon. I assume you are staying at Disney so outside options are off the table. The best restaurant to see the fireworks is the Rose and Crown but it is a separate terrace only for diners but not usually from your Table.

[@coltonhanson1327]

I haven't been to Epcot but want to in 2023

[@felvkitties8]

Can I go eat at a resort on the skyliner then take it to the back entrance? Is there a way to cheat if you're staying off site to get in that entrance?

[@CrispiePotato]

As long as you have an EPCOT reservation you can use the back entrance! My husband and I park hopped from Animal Kingdom to EPCOT, but we took the bus to Boardwalk because it was empty, then walked over to EPCOT's back entrance. That way we were able to go immediately to a pavilion for dinner and then fireworks viewing.

[@Spicypotatos]

Yeah, it's really not cheating though. You can also use it to park hop from Hollywood Studios to Epcot and from Epcot to Hollywood Studios. But in terms of resturants, I do recommend Trattoria al Forno for breakfast. The Boardwalk is also pretty fun to just walk around or people watch.

[@felvkitties8]

@@Spicypotatos ok thanks I was hoping to check out the boardwalk too anyway

[@Martin6family]

Waaaaalllleeeeeeee!!!

[@shanosan]

In case anyone is interested, KÜCHE is not pronounced COO-SHAH like its incorrectly said in this video multiple times. Its more close to COO-HUH.

[@The-epcot-nerd]

👀

[@RhodeIslandDude]

As for the meet and greet it’s called world showcase not world showplace. You need to get it right.

[@denisebaker7643]

They NEEEED to stop using plastic cups!!!!

[@jacobvarvel]

Please cover the cast member union negotiations. It feels pretty icky what’s going on right now.

[@hidden-expose]

Secret from EPCOT - Parking lot may get new names, parking lot may get new signs, but parking Tram may never come back it seems 🙃

[@In_DEPPTH]

When is Rick Springfield coming back 😭 my daughter and I were there and we were going to go the next day to see him! I had a seizure and my daughter called 911 so I missed him! 😭 I said let me seize in peace!

[@In_DEPPTH]

Epcot needs to get rid of mission space and bring back horizon! And those drinks are terrible in cool club🤮

[@snarksquirreltastic367]

Please speak out in support of cast members as Disney refuses to work with the union to give them a living wage. You and your fan base can make a difference in sending a message to Disney that cast members matter.

[@mattolsen7896]

Dude. Teacups wins because of an ugly roof that isn’t needed in California? After Mermaid and Toy Story lost over queue, you completely overlook Indy’s queue??? Dino’s queue looks like a cafeteria. C’mon, now!