Last updated on: 04/27/20
Walt Disney World Resort is a 27-acre entertainment resort located in Bay Lake, Florida, just outside Orlando. It was the result of a longtime vision of Walt Disney although he never actually saw it completed as it opened in 1971, a few years after his death.
Below is all the Walt Disney World Information you need to know. Whether you are planning a trip or just looking to stay up to speed on the latest Disney World News, we have it all here for you in one place!
Quick Facts:
Walt Disney World Resort sees 48 million visitors annually and currently consists of:
- 4 major theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom;
- 2 Water Parks: Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach;
- A massive shopping, dining and entertainment complex called Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney);
- ESPN's Wide World of Sports; and
- 34 resorts and hotels (28 of which are owned and operated by Disney).

Disney World Resorts:
- Disney World Deluxe Villa Resorts
- Disney World Deluxe Resorts
- Disney World Moderate Resorts
- Disney World Value Resorts
Disney World Rides and Attractions (Past and Present):
Magic Kingdom
Epcot
- Future World Rides and Attractions
- World Showcase
- America Pavilion Attractions
- Canada Pavilion Attractions
- China Pavilion Attractions
- France Pavilion Attractions
- Germany Pavilion Attractions
- Italy Pavilion Attractions
- Japan Pavilion Attractions
- Mexico Pavilion Rides and Attractions
- Morocco Pavilion Attractions
- Norway Pavilion Rides and Attractions
- UK Pavilion Attractions
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Disney World Dining Resources:
- Complete Listing of Disney World Restaurants
- Disney Dining Plans at Disney World | A Complete Guide
- Disney Free Dining | Everything You Need to Know
- Complete Listing of Disney World Character Meals
- Dole Whips at Disney World: Everything You Need to Know
- Mobile Ordering at Disney World Restaurants | A Complete Guide
- How To: Use Mobile Order With a Disney Dining Plan
- Tables in Wonderland | A Complete Guide
- Walt Disney World Free Meal Deal Explained
Important Disney World Information:
- Disney World Vacation Deals and Discounts
- Disney World Weather Forecast
- Walt Disney World Maps
- Rides Closed at Disney World and Anticipated Reopen Dates
- Disney World Park Hours and Other Helpful Trip Planning Resources
- Disney World Annual Pass Program | A Complete Guide
- Disney PhotoPass | A Complete Guide
- What is Disney After Hours?
- What Do You Need to Know to Plan a Disney Vacation?
- Now You Can Bring Your Dog to Disney World
- 150 Amazing Walt Disney World Facts and Statistics
- Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Details
- Complete Rundown of the HUGE Changes Coming to Walt Disney World!
- Details About the Star Wars Fireworks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- What Time is the Festival of Fantasy Parade?
Disney World Event Resources:
- Disney World at Christmas: How the Most Magical Place on Earth Celebrates
- Halloween at Disney World | What You Need to Know
- Epcot Food and Wine Festival Details
- Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Details
- runDisney Races | A Complete Race Schedule
Disney World Transportation Resources:
- The Disney World Minnie Van Service | The Complete Guide
- The New Walt Disney World Skyliner Gondola System Details
Disney World Apps:
Disney World Character Information:
- Where Can You Find Star Wars Characters in Disney World?
- Where to Find: Disney Junior Characters in Disney World
- Where Can You Find Mickey Mouse at Disney World?
- Toy Story Character Meet and Greets at Hollywood Studios
- Complete Listing of Disney World Character Meals
Recent Disney World News:
- 2021 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages Now Available!
- When Will Disney World Reopen?
- How is Coronavirus Impacting Disney Parks and Cruises?
- 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Details | Disney World Resources
- Disney Black Friday Deals and Sales (2019) | Disney Shopping
- Disney World at Christmas: How the Most Magical Place on Earth Celebrates
- A Complete Rundown of Epcot Changes from 2019-on
- Halloween at Disney World | What You Need to Know (2019 Edition)
- How is Hurricane Dorian Impacting Disney World?
- 2020 Walt Disney World Vacation Packages Now Available!

