How to Master Disney World Shopping : Tips and Tricks

The world is no stranger to Disney World Florida when it comes to a discussion about the best theme parks in the world. But there's another thing Disney World offers: world-class Disney World shopping. 

Whether it is the Disney merch you're interested in, shopping for gifts to take home, or simply spending some extra money on the things that catch your eye, Disney World has plenty of things to offer. 

Therefore, this article is all about Disney World shopping, with a focus on three parks that offer great shopping experiences: The Magic Kingdom, The Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT Center. 

Magic Kingdom at Disney World Shopping

Main Street

When in Magic Kingdom, head straight to Main Street if shopping is on the agenda. It has the largest collection of shops, and even if you don't have shopping planned on your trip, you can find almost everything you might have forgotten until the last minute here. Let us now take a look at some of its shops. Moreover, the majority of the street's stores are connected. This helps you move from one store to another without leaving the street. 

Interested in buying official Disney collectibles and merchandise? Head to The Emporium. You'll find the largest collection of "Disneyana" here, from the t-shirts to the cookie jars.

How could you think of leaving Disney World without the iconic mouse ears? Head to the Chapeau Hat Shoppe on Main Street. Apart from the standard mouse ears, this store allows you to create your designs. You start with a base and then add pieces to your liking. You can choose from 19 different ears, trims, and colors. You can also have your name embroidered on your ears if you wish. 

Adventureland 

When in Adventureland, head to the Pirates Bazaar, located close to the Pirates of the Caribbean exit. It is perfect for buying all things pirate, such as hats, hooks, toy swords, muskets, and even pirate booty. The store also features a nice selection of costume jewels and island wear. 

If your little ones are still not satisfied, you can take them to the Pirates League. Here they'll get a chance to turn into little pirates from top to bottom!

Frontierland

At Frontierland, you'll find the best of the best cowboy gear at the Frontier Trading Post. If the little ones are eager for a treat, head to the Prairie Outpost and Supply to choose from a wide collection of sweets.

Liberty Square

At Liberty Square, you can make the history geek in you or your little ones happy by visiting the Heritage House. This store features replicas of famous documents such as the Declaration of Independence and miniature models of iconic monuments like the Statue of Liberty. You'll also find many souvenirs, such as campaign buttons, flags, and red, white, and blue t-shirts. 

Liberty Square also houses Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, which is the perfect place to be if you're feeling festive and want to spend some money on Disney Christmas decorations and ornaments. 

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney's Hollywood Studios should be the next stop on your shopping spree. Even though the park has more than 20 stores, we have only listed the most unique and interesting ones!

The first stop is Celebrity 5 & 10. It is a store with a 1940s Woolworths theme and design. It has a variety of movie-related merch such as Elvis mugs, Gone With the Wind memorabilia, Hollywood Studios tees, movie posters, and more. 

Next up are the Animation Courtyard Shops. These shops sell collectible items such as classic Disney films' costumes and pins. 

In the end, head to Sid Cahuenga's One-of-a-Kind. They are famous for selling original movie posters, star-touched items, and photographs autographed by celebrities. 

EPCOT at Disney World Shopping

EPCOT is an amazing place to experience the cultures of the world, but it is also one of the best Disney parks in terms of shopping. Let's see what different countries in the World Showcase have to offer at EPCOT.

World Showcase

Mexico has a variety of merchandise featuring everything from lovely hair clips to stone-and-silver bracelets. If you're a football fan, you'll find plenty of Mexico's national team's merchandise to take home as a souvenir. 

Norway is the best place if you're interested in buying some warm and cuddly sweaters. The Norwegian trolls here are likely to catch your eye because of how ugly and quirky they look. 

In China, you'll find the most premium merchandise in all of EPCOT. Things like jade teardrop earrings, Disney art, and multicolored bracelets are available. 

Germany is filled with porcelain items and cuckoo clocks that are bound to catch your attention. You can also find a handcrafted Pooh cuckoo clock or a collectible Winnie the Pooh here, along with Hummel figurines and stuffed Steiffs. 

Italy is the best place to shop if you want to indulge in 100% silk scarves, fine silk ties, or crystals. 

Morocco is the place to be if you want to funk things up with a Taquita knit cap. It is a colorful chapeau that looks somewhat like a fez. You'll also find a nice range of celestial-patterned vases and platters here.

In the United Kingdom, you'll find Wimbledon shirts, shorts, and skirts. Rose patterned tea accessories, tartans, pub accessories, sweaters, and a host of other stuff from the UK are also available here. 

Future World 

The last shopping stop of EPCOT is the Future World. 

Here you can check out various unique collectibles like a 5 feet, $8000 wooden Mickey Watch at the Art of Disney in Innoventions West. 

If you have missed something and want to go to a place that is likely to have almost everything, head to the MouseGear at Innoventions East. It is arguably one of the most comprehensive stores in all of Walt Disney World!

Final Words

With this list in hand, you're likely to find every little bit of merchandise, collectibles, and other shopping items you have in mind. This will save you from wandering aimlessly and wasting precious vacation time. 

And here's another useful fact for you. You can save up a great deal on tickets, vacation packages, hotels, and rentals at Orlando Vacation. As an authorized Disney World seller, we have regular discounts throughout the year.