Beat The Holiday Shopping Crowds At Disney

Ready to start your Christmas shopping? Disney Springs is the perfect place to get your holiday shopping done! Whether you are buying for kids, teens, or adults, Disney Springs has something for everyone on your list. Disney Springs has so much more than just shopping, there are restaurants, live entertainment, and much more! During the holiday season, there can be quite a crowd. Here are some great ways you can beat the crowd at Disney Springs and have a magical time!

Arrive Early

Make sure you get to Disney Springs when it opens, as it is the least crowded part of the day. You will not be crowded in the small, boutique stores and you won’t have to wait in line to walk through Disney’s Christmas Tree Trail. Getting there right before it opens also lets you feel like you have Disney Springs to yourself and lets you have a magical time walking around and enjoying the beautiful views.

Visit During the Week

Disney Springs can be a buzzing place with live entertainment, magical experiences, and busy restaurants. Disney Springs is packed on the weekends, and it can be hard to get through those busy crowds.

Plan Ahead

Make sure to download the My Disney Experience app to book any Disney Springs dining reservations ahead of time. Trying to get into restaurants at Disney Springs without a reservation can be a nightmare, leaving you without being able to get into any restaurants or leaving you waiting for hours. Also, plan and check to see the area of Disney Springs you will be visiting and park in the parking garage that is the closest. When parking in the parking garage, don't pay for valet service, instead drop your party off and go to the fourth floor. For some odd reason, this floor always has parking spots open and simply take the elevator down to meet up with your family.

Find Quiet Areas to Beat the Crowds

Throughout Disney Springs you will find quiet areas where you can get out of the crowds. One of the best areas to find is behind the food trucks across from AMC Disney Springs. This area looks out over the beautiful lake and has picnic tables and bathrooms. The perfect spot to enjoy your time at Disney Springs without many people. One of our favorite spots is around the lake near the hot air ballon ride. This area is busy but quite at the same time (is that possible?). It is a great place to simply relax and do some people watching.

When planning your Disney World Christmas Vacation, don’t forget to add Disney Springs to the itinerary.  With shopping, dining, and amazing entertainment, this is one stop you won’t want to miss. The Christmas Tree Trail is one of the best, free ways to spend the holidays at Disney. Walking through Disney Springs will give the whole family memories to last a lifetime!

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