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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

4. Don’t skip the shows Remember that shows are attractions too, and the Magic Kingdom is full of shows that are worth seeing. The Carousel of Progress in Tomorrowland and the Country Bear Jamboree in Frontierland are Disney classics that are fun for the whole family. Additionally, be sure to pick up a times guide so you don’t miss live p

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

5. Do some shopping The Magic Kingdom is home to some of the best attraction gift shops, where you can pick up gifts for rides like Space Mountain or Pirates of the Caribbean, as well as unique spots to pick up sweet treats like the Main Street Confectionary. You can even find Disney Dooney and Bourke items, Star Wars merchandise, and eve

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

6. Take in all the details As exciting as the rides can be, don’t miss the details because you’re so busy rushing from ride to ride. The park is beautifully designed (and decorated if you’re visiting for a holiday like Halloween or Christmas), and there are so many details you just don’t want to miss.

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

7. Meet the characters Be sure to meet the characters when you visit the Magic Kingdom. Whether or not you have kids with you, or if you think it’s a good use of your time, meet at least one character. Meeting Disney characters is a magical experience for all ages, and is definitely something that helps “make” a visit to the Magic Kingdom

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

8. Have some snacks Some of the most classic Disney snacks can be found in the Magic Kingdom. Eat on the go and really enjoy what you’re snacking on with turkey legs, churros, popcorn, Dole Whips, and more. For all available snacks, check your park map, the My Disney Experience app, or ask a cast member.

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

9. Use FastPass+ FastPass+ is the perfect solution to wanting to see the parade and experience short waits for rides. Download the My Disney Experience app for your smartphone so you can make selections in advance, and use FastPass to save your place in line. This (free) service allows you to pre-select three attractions to ride with litt

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

10. See the parade Some guests see the parade as the best time to hit the rides, because so many people will be watching the parade and the lines for rides will be short. This may be true, but the Festival of Fantasy parade is really worth seeing. Stick it out for the parade (since it only happens once per day), and ride the rides later o

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

11. Explore Main Street Main Street U.S.A. is surprisingly one of the most overlooked areas in the Magic Kingdom. So many guests rush through Main Street on their way to their favorite attractions, but it’s really worth slowing it down and taking a look around. Aside from shops like the Emporium and the Confectionary, Main Street is home

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

12. Arrive early The Magic Kingdom is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, which means that even on a “slow” day it’s going to be crowded. Arrive early to take advantage of the couple of hours in the morning when the park is less crowded and the wait times for attractions are shorter. If you arrive when the park open

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12 Tips & Tricks for Making the Most of a Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Disney’s Magic Kingdom can be hectic and overwhelming, but it certainly doesn’t have to be! With a little bit of advance planning and some tips on navigating the park, visiting the Magic Kingdom is a breeze.

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