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10. Stay out late If you are staying at a Disney resort, definitely head to the park during Extra Magic Hours. Non-Disney resort guests will have left the park during Extra Magic Hours, making it easier to get onto your favorite attractions with little or no wait. Even if you are unable to go to Extra Magic Hours, I always ...

8. Use rider swap If you’re traveling with little ones, there are a couple of attractions in the Magic Kingdom where you will probably want to take advantage of rider swap. Rider swap allows the adults in your party to experience the attraction in two groups, so that someone can stay with the kids who aren’t yet tall enough to ...

7. Meet some characters If you think meeting characters is an activity best reserved for kids, I would disagree! You don’t necessarily need to spend a huge portion of the day meeting characters, but meeting a couple of your favorites or at least Mickey himself can really add a little bit of extra magic to a trip to the Magic ...

5. Ride the monorail While many Disney fans will often suggest taking a break at your resort in the middle of the day, I would suggest heading to the resort monorail for a break from the Magic Kingdom. Whether you just go for a spin or two on the monorail loop, or walk around the monorail resorts, it is sure ...

6. Don’t miss out on snacks! Even though many of the snacks I’m about to mention can be found around Walt Disney World, there is something truly special about having them in the Magic Kingdom. If you’re in the mood for ice cream, head over to Adventureland for a Dole whip or citrus swirl. And don’t forget about other classic ...

3. Use Fastpass+ Fastpass+ is one easy way to ensure you’ll be able to experience some of your favorite attractions without spending too much time in line. I suggest making your selections as soon as possible to choose the best available times to ride. I would also recommend using them for rides over shows or parade viewings. Using a Fastpass ...

4. Make advanced dining reservations If you plan on dining at any table service locations at the Magic Kingdom, making dining reservations in advance is a must. Although you can probably get reservations for a couple of restaurants the day of your visit or a couple of days before, some others will definitely require advance reservations. If you plan on ...

2. Save shows for the middle of the day The middle of the day is the busiest time in the Magic Kingdom. By the afternoon, all the late arriving guests have showed up, and most people are getting ready for the parade. This means that the middle of the day will have the heaviest wait times for attractions. Show attractions ...

1. Arrive early The Magic Kingdom is the most popular park at Walt Disney World. To beat the crowds, or at least some of the crowds, arriving early is never a bad idea. Many guests will end up sleeping in during their vacation, so by getting to the park early you’ll be able to hit up some of your favorite ...

Planning a trip to the Magic Kingdom? Walt Disney World’s first, and quite possibly most magical park can be hectic for new visitors to devise a touring plan. Between numerous rides, shows, fireworks, dining, and more, a lot goes into planning a visit to the kingdom. Read on to discover some of our best tips for visiting one of my ...