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6. Take a Break As morning becomes afternoon, you will likely notice a huge increase in the number of people around you. This hot and busy part of the day is the perfect time to take a break. Head back to your hotel room for a nap or a swim. This gets you out of the park when the crowds ...

5. Arrive at Rope Drop Speaking of early morning, arriving at the park 30–45 minutes before park opening is a perfect way to squeeze in some extra E-Ticket attractions. Crowds right at opening are much lower than they are later in the day, meaning the hours between opening and 10am or 11am are ideal for riding popular attractions that you ...

4. Schedule FastPasses Strategically In addition to ensuring you have FastPasses, you’ll also want to schedule those FastPasses strategically in order to get the most out of them. For this reason, it is best to make your FastPass reservations in the late morning and early afternoon when crowd levels tend to pick up, using that early morning time to ride ...

3. FastPass the Must-Dos There is nothing quite so frustrating as waiting in a two-hour line when you could be off doing other things. Therefore, we highly recommend scheduling FastPasses for those attractions you simply must see that tend to have long lines. Since Magic Kingdom FastPasses are not tiered, you can pick and choose any three you like, making ...

2. Pack Your Patience When people gather together in huge groups, there are bound to be some less-than-perfect moments. However, by packing your patience, understanding that not everything will go as planned, and putting on a smile, you can spread cheer even when those moments strike. Not only will this help make your day more magical, it will also brighten ...

1. Choose a Slow Day Of course, the Magic Kingdom is almost always a busy place. However, it is possible to choose a day that is not quite as packed as others. For this reason, we highly recommend checking crowd prediction calendars and doing your very best to schedule your Magic Kingdom when crowd levels are predicted to be low. ...

A visit to the Magic Kingdom is an exciting part of any Disney World trip! Unfortunately, due to the popularity of this park, it can also be a very stressful part of the vacation. That said, by doing the proper planning and setting reasonable expectations, it is possible to have a fun and low-stress experience at this most magical of ...

8. Play and eat As one of Magic Kingdom Park’s more low-key areas, Liberty Square is the perfect place to unwind, grab a bite to eat, and get a little shopping done. You may decide to tuck into a hearty family-style feast at the famed Liberty Tree Tavern or grab a quick snack at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments. Columbia Harbour House ...

7. The “Presidential Seal” of approval The Hall of Presidents, which is the closest manifestation to Walt Disney’s original concept for his One Nation Under God attraction, is more than just a theatrical presentation honoring the services and contributions of the nation’s Commanders and Chiefs throughout history. It is also a federally recognized presidential museum and features a wide range ...

6. Time and Place Take notice of the timeline progression as you venture through Liberty Square, as well as the shift of scenery denoting changes in geography. The changes in architectural style previously mentioned actually start where Fantasyland ends, making the transition from English to early American. You’ll notice certain areas in Liberty Square not only reflect specific time periods ...