World’s Largest Tethered Helium Balloon at Downtown Disney

Disney Springs, part of the Disney Resorts, is an exciting entertainment, dining and shopping area that lines a beautiful waterfront in Orlando, Florida. Disney Springs is a great place to spend a fun filled day with the family!

Downtown Disney Welcomes You

Disney Springs was previously known as Downtown Disney. The 3 year renovation, expansion and renaming of Downtown Disney to Disney Springs was completed in 2016.

Downtown Disney in Orlando Florida
Fun for the entire family can be found here.

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Where is Disney Springs?

Downtown Disney Riverwalk

Disney Springs is located at 1486 East Buena Vista Drive, Orlando, FL 32830. Self parking and admission are free. Guest to all Disney Resorts can get there by taking Disney Transportation. You can visit the Disney Springs website here.

 

What’s in Disney Springs?

 

Restaurants: From top end gourmet dining to fun filled dining atmosphere for the entire family

T-REX Restaurant at Downtown Disney
T-REX Restaurant is a visual delight…sure to entertainer the entire family.
T-REX Restaurant Downtown Disney
Inside the T-REX Restaurant
From it’s huge colorful aquarium to life-size prehistoric creatures, you will be delighted as you dine, shop and explore.
The House of Blues Downtown Disney

The House of Blues Restaurant has live entertainment and shopping. The restaurant offers American cuisine with a New Orleans twist.

Bongos Cuban Cafe Downtown Disney

Bongos Cuban Cafe offered dining, live music and shopping. Sadly, Bongos has closed.

Shopping: Amazingly beautiful and creatively decorated shops!

World of Disney Shop at Downtown Disney

The World of Disney Store is the world’s largest Disney character store! Shopping in this enchanted store for all things Disney is sure to delight the young and the young at heart.

Candy Cauldron Shop Downtown Disney

One of my favorite shops at Disney Springs is the Candy Cauldron. Treats with a Disney twist …yum!

Candy Apples at Candy Cauldron Shop Downtown Disney
How cute are these “Mickey” candy apples??
Candy Apple Treats at Candy Cauldron Downtown Disney
Be sure to stop in for a special treat!

 Amusement:  From balloon rides to boat rides!

World’s Largest Tethered Helium Balloon at Downtown Disney

You can ascend 400 feet in the air during an 8 minute tethered balloon ride. On a clear day you can enjoy vistas up to 10 miles away. How’s that for a view!! You can also rent a boat and cruise around the lake.

Entertainment: From live music to live acrobatics!

DisneyQuest and Cirque du Soleil at Downtown Disney

 Cirque Du Soleil straight ahead, where you can watch a thrilling acrobatics show, one not to be missed!

Relaxation…Who knew?

Port Orleans Ferry at Disney

TIP: You can enjoy a leisurely 20 minute boat ride (weather permitting) from Disney Springs, next to the Rainforest Café, to Port Orleans and back at no charge. Something I would highly recommend as a resting point during your day. There are several dining options at Port Orleans for your enjoyment.

Downtown Disney Ferry Boat Ride
The Sassagoula River Cruise ferry meanders through a peaceful cypress waterway, passing the Disney Treehouse Villas, and onto the Riverside and French Quarter.
The Sassagoula River Cruise ferry
Enjoy the stopover by shopping, dining or simply wandering around this attractive area. When you’re ready to return, hop on the boat and enjoy another peaceful ride back.
Christmas Time at Downtown Disney

The holidays are on of our favorite times to visit. The decorations, holiday music and added entertainment are sure to add some “Magic” to your day! Be sure to visit Disney Springs when you’re in the Orlando area. And, for deals on lodging in the Orlando/Disney area in any season check out  Booking.com.

Have you been to Disney Springs? Tell us about your favorite places for entertainment, dining or shopping while you were there. W’d love to hear from you!

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