50 Ways to Avoid the Crowds in Disney World

Is THIS the video that could single-handedly SAVE your upcoming trip? We HATE crowds in Disney World, and we work hard to figure out all the secrets to avoid them. Learn how to navigate around one of the BIGGEST Disney World problems in FIFTY different ways TODAY, here on DFB Guide.
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[@jameswalsh1041]

Early Early Early. You can get a lot done, even without Genie, by getting to a park early. You can probably do more between opening and 11am than you can between 11am and park close.

[@mgseggerman]

Two more - eat upstairs! Columbia Harbor House has an upstairs - and there is at least one other restaurant that does. Subscribe to Touring Plans - and make a plan for every park you have a reservation for.

[@dontdriveat88]

My counterpoint here is DO leave the park early. Staying all day used to be my toxic trait. I marathoned the rides I wanted to do at MK and left by 4. It was amazing.

[@angelbabs2330]

This is what I did last year it was great. I didn’t have a long line at the bus and I could go to my hotel, shower and relax or go to DP.

[@kellyjohnson4608]

Going on early January. Can not wait. Price is high, but I saved up all year and made monthly payments to make it work.

[@Jabroniville]

The weekends thing is interesting... because I found it QUIET on weekends and some Cast Members told me that weekends were getting quiet, almost because people are aware of the trend of them being busy.

[@-Bert-]

I personally love the paths that connect HS and EPCOT to the Boardwalk area. It’s one of my favorite resorts for the sole reason that I can easily walk to my 2 favorite parks.

[@AndreJungermann]

Agree 100% I remember being a kid in the late 90s leaving Epcot, we were waiting for the boat to take us back to Boardwalk but the line was insanely long. I tugged at my parents and asked, "Where does that path go?" They didn't know so we just took it. Now I make sure to take it every time I visit. Exploring is the best part of vacation.

[@-Bert-]

@@AndreJungermann couldn’t agree more. Especially a place like Disney which is the size of 2 Manhattan islands, there’s endless places to explore.

[@ahappypikachu9753]

A strategy my brother and I did for getting on the rides we love at magic kingdom… SKIP the fireworks show! The two of us rode Space mountain 7 times in 13 minutes because everyone left to go to the castle. We also got a late-night jungle cruise with zero wait. (It was a 45 minute wait earlier in the day)

[@RhodeIslandDude]

It’s not just Disney parks that get busy, also at Seaworld, Busch gardens, and universal.

[@thefox47545]

There are just WAY too many people around today to enjoy ANY park. Thanos was right.

[@me_i__a1313]

It’s hard to believe that anyone would kind of blindly book a WDW vacation not knowing all these small details! The fact you upload so frequently really shows the scale of how huge Disney parks are! I had no idea how big the property was!! Thought you could walk everywhere!!

[@tmcneil516]

One problem with the Swan and Dolphin point; while you aren't fighting the bus lines for the Epcot and Hollywood Studios parks, you're doubling the transportation problems for Magic Kingdom, where you get dropped off way behind even the value resort bus stops then have to go to MK by boat or monorail. They used to have a dedicated stop on the MK side of the lake, but they no longer do.

[@leonorfernandez3596]

I recommend walking to the Boardwalk or to the Beach/Yacht Club and taking their buses to MK. You’ll get dropped much closer.

[@larkt6693]

Nothing like a new video. In the morning While eating French toast ❤

[@MyDisneyCollage]

This is the best channel ever! Your videos put a smile on my face! 😊

[@tomsinsky5548]

This might be the most useful DFB video ever. THANKS! (Quibble: shots of each "relaxation pool" mentioned would've been awesome.)

[@ronicohen2956]

Thank you AJ! We all need this 😊

[@sammy-r6]

This video is very helpful but could’ve come in handy a couple days ago when I went on my trip 🙈 it was just as busy as a summer day. Insane !!

[@j7238]

Just love your presentation style. Thanks for doing what you do

[@elainehill5931]

Just got back a few days ago. We’ve been many times the week following Thanksgiving and this time we were elbow to elbow many times on weekdays especially at Magic Kingdom. Getting mowed over by strollers and electric scooters. Glad we got in one last ride on Splash Mountain tho. Now taking a long long break from Disney.

[@briannavictoria2117]

My family and I are going for our birthdays and have been watching your videos religiously 🥰💖

[@LeanderEve]

This dole whip tshirt is just super cute!

[@danielstolze8569]

Great share! We were just there, and waited 120 minutes for Pandora.

[@jakejacobs7584]

Sneak in after closing dressed as a park worker and look around then...Much quieter. 😁

[@rebekahrowland8762]

I'm here now! You should have posted this Tuesday! 🤣

[@SamSitar]

have a vacation either before or after a holiday weekend. it ends before the holiday OR starts after it.

[@feverfan0]

I just got back and the busiest park was Magic Kingdom on a Monday. I parked hop most of the time with the sky liner. The park was decorated so beautiful for Christmas which I have never seen before. The Festival of the holidays was awesome at Epcot. Now I used Mobile checkout everywhere and for everything. That is the way to go

[@lianelayman6584]

Yea I went on Mon. too in Oct. and it was crowded.

[@feverfan0]

@@lianelayman6584 it was like Christmas Day

[@jeffaltier5582]

Does Disney have any extra options that are under $100 per person? $150 for late night parties, $100 to watch the fireworks, large amounts for behind the scenes tours, etc. really adds up quickly for a family of four.

[@apfelbasket]

Can you do a video for disabled people visiting Disney World!

[@tswanson7354]

We jumped in to the Rise line right before park close a week ago Friday to get a second ride in. After we went through the first pre show part with Rey we bypassed the transport vehicle and were directed to the queue line after it. It was never made clear if that was standard procedure or whether it was broken down. Having gone one the ride many many times in our 3 trips there we at least knew the story but felt bad for anyone who didn’t know the whole story. I still wonder if they cut corners that way or if it was broken and we should be glad we got what we got. I don’t feel like it helped make things go faster as there was a longer than normal queue after that and still plenty of people behind us that jumped in those last 8 minutes.

[@ericammons9804]

Before Covid, I enjoyed going to WDW in Winter (Jan-Feb). Great weather, smaller crowds and often better prices. Today, I’m not sure if that strategy still works?

[@tiffprendergast]

Yes

[@tmcneil516]

Can you mobile check-out to send your purchases home? And When are they going to return the Merch-to-Resort and Merch-to-Front of the park services? Any news on that??

[@TaylornolanKABOOOOMMMM]

You saved my trip!

[@ellarose7430]

@DFBGuide I love your vids however I disagree when u said mid January. Because its often CNY in HK which makes it just as crowded as Christmas

[@melanatedmouseketeer]

Well I’ve got a double issue then because my trip is during MLK weekend. So a holiday AND a weekend. But I don’t have much of a flexible schedule for next year 😞

[@rebeccagalemusic26]

Same!! I'm kind of freaking out because I didn't think about MLK being a popular time, and I hate crowds...

[@stacybehrens7152]

I have no idea why anyone would stand in a humongous line for Starbucks at Disney parks. Especially given the price of the park admission. Nothing against Starbucks or its fine products but why miss tons of unique experiences and food you can’t get at home?

[@marianajimenez2176]

I have a question, if theres an especial event at night and im in the park with my regular ticket, do they kick me out after the announced time the park closes?. For example if i buy my ticket and make a reservation for a park and the opening hours are 8:30 to 9:00, i will have to leave before 9?

[@KeatonSelbert-dg6iu]

How to magic evening Hours Work? Do I need to pay an additional fee? Or is it complimentary?

[@JigginsX]

48:15 was that ryno clavin?

[@princesatibetana7995]

I will be there april 5th thru 8th visiting the four parks should I do magic kingdom April 8th? Since it is Monday?? I have it first.. April 5th Friday 😮

[@angiepeterson1282]

Do you have to buy Genie + to use virtual que?

[@user-pc5iu8xw6w]

I don’t see the dining list option. I’ve looked in app.

[@debryan8318]

Skipping Starbucks means my grandson would not Get onewould miss that!😢 Plus his mom and I if we make a trip together do not get a coffirst thing when we enter the park If you disagree AJ please reply below

[@lianelayman6584]

I went in Oct. and it was too crowded, mostly in Magic Kingdom. I sure hope I get another disability pass and I hope it's my first Disney park. I sure hope when I go back in Oct .Rise of the Restance has a single line lane like Smugglers Run Does. One great way to afford the gift stores, don't go in.

[@HeroShotz]

I avoided the crowds by not renewing my annual pass lolol. I got the universal and SeaWorld top passes cheaper than the incedi-pass.

[@chriswhiteauditions]

If you want a relaxing midday break from the Magic Kingdom crowds, Wilderness Lodge is a GREAT option! For starters, the boat ride from MK to the resort is very pleasant (and under 10 minutes). Wilderness Lodge's location, and its overall vibe, make it seem like the resort is worlds away from the MK crowds. The resort has really good options for counter service and table service restaurants, so the ability to get a reservation is not an issue. If you're not quite ready to face park crowds after your meal, relax in the lobby (and charge your devices) until you're ready to take the boat back to MK.

[@AudreyMealiff]

My plan when I manage to afford to go back to Orlando is to go to Universal Studios and avoid Disney more or less completely! Disney World just isn't worth the stress anymore. DLP is the better option.

[@aerotheepic]

Universal was much worse when I last visited both parks in a single trip. Maybe my experience was different than most peoples

[@erinjoseph5030]

@@aerotheepic same here, my boyfriend and I visited both in august. The rides at universal are painfully outdated, and definitely not as body inclusive as Disney.

[@lisabrooks1208]

I was at EPCOT last night, no magic at all. Not in a hurry to come back.

[@nuriben7910]

@@erinjoseph5030 maybe don't expect rollercoasters to conform to obesity. Extreme rides arnt exactly safe for people at higher risk of cardiac arrest.

[@erinjoseph5030]

@@nuriben7910 LOL no where did I mention obesity? My boyfriend is 6’3, so as a large dude most of the rides at universal didn’t adhere to his stature. Don’t jump to conclusions.

[@rachcat4]

I had to leave Hollywood studios and go to Epcot today because it was so bad.

[@olgagoncharova7918]

😮Why you did not like Hollywood studios?

[@justinwoodward3413]

I’m assuming crowds. It’s too tightly packed in that park. It can be kind of miserable at times.

[@tiffprendergast]

Don’t go in the summer

[@goaskyourmom7671]

Don’t go. Take you kids to see a national park.

[@andyinpa1]

#1 way to avoid Disney crowds- Don’t go.

[@fo-ef8qo]

Starbies?!?! .... Gura?!?!

[@BV____]

Way 51...watch from home

[@stevend3753]

Go to Sea World?

[@krisrhood2127]

Absolutely not!!!

[@justinwoodward3413]

You are literally supporting a company that abuses their workers, underpays POC, and participates in sweat shop exploitation work overseas. Don’t pretend to be holier than thou. That documentary was such bs. They’ve saved hundreds of species from extinction through their conservation program.

[@cyber_xiii3786]

Off the top of my head without watching the video I can think of one way: don’t go! It’s that simple! Joking

[@davepitts4479]

Don't go X 50?

[@womblestacker7993]

Go to universal much better parks

[@leonorfernandez3596]

I stayed at the Swan Hotel and I wasn’t impressed. The 1st room they assigned me obviously hadn’t been used for a while, the toilet was constantly running, it was gross, and the room smelled very musty. I went back down to the front desk and requested a different room. It took a while to get a new room and again I wasn’t impressed. The rug was wet, the room looked worn, and the mattress wasn’t at all comfortable. I made the mistake of booking when a cheerleading competition was going on, so it was quite crowded. I also don’t appreciate their per night extra resort fee. I don’t find it much cheaper than Disney deluxe resorts when I get an AP discount. Generally, I’m disenchanted with Disney who needs to let parents raise their children and not get involved pushing their agendas and try yo indoctrinate children. I’m happy to see that the garbage movies they’ve been putting out have flopped. Wake up, Disney. You’re supposed to be family friendly.

[@augielouisaugustcadardiii8521]

51 ways to avoiding the lines - don't go

[@electrodynamicorb6548]

Here’s an idea don’t go. Problem solved

[@keyman6689]

#1 way to avoid crowds in Disney World: Don't go!

[@keithalanreynolds]

Number 1 - Don’t go to Disney and you can avoid all the crowds!!

[@drookard1525]

Early mornings late nights