Disney Springs, at the Walt Disney World Resort in Central Florida, has evolved into a first-class shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Combining well-recognized brands with Disney quality, this outdoor shopping mall-like experience is a must visit that does not require admission to enter.
With over a dozen entertainment experiences, 60 + dining locations and more than 100 shopping opportunities, Disney Springs is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat, shop till you drop and snag a souvenir or two. Free parking and entry ensure enjoyment is easy for locals or those visiting the resort.
Spring Fourth
The Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village arrived at the end of Hotel Plaza Boulevard in 1975. Over the years, expansions added Pleasure Island and Downtown Disney Westside. Today these regions are known as Disney Springs.
Inspired by American coastal towns, Disney Springs houses four fun areas:
Marketplace at Disney Springs
The oldest section of Disney Springs, Market Place was once the original Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village. Located on the shores of Village Lake, this stretch of shops and restaurants surround the Market Place Stage. Market Place sports a 1930’s architectural vibe. Disney souvenirs can be found in this area, at the renovated World of Disney and several other Disney branded stores. Dining highlights include T-Rex Café and Rainforest Café. Band concerts, children’s dance parties and more entertain guests at the Marketplace Stage.
The Landing at Disney Springs
1989 saw the arrival of Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World, a collection of nightclubs, restaurants, and shops designed to compete with downtown Orlando’s Church Street Station. Disney abandoned the night club model in September 2008 and the area has been rebranded as “The Landing” (2015). Envisioned as the “transportation hub” of Disney Springs, this nautical themed area is home to an Indiana Jones themed bar (Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar) as well as home base for the Amphicar vehicles that tour Village Lake (these are part of the Boathouse restaurant).
Town Center at Disney Springs
Built to resemble 1920’s era Spanish Revival structure styles, the newest addition to this Walt Disney World entertainment destination, is home to the area’s water feature, Disney Springs (an artificial feature created by Disney Imagineers). Serving as the Springs’ “business district” Town Center closely resembles a sprawling outdoor shopping mall with its popular brand name retailers and specialty dining destinations.
West Side at Disney Springs
Where Town Center serves as the fictional business core, West Side’s story depicts a 1950’s exposition center addition to Disney Springs. Several of Springs’ entertainment anchors call West Side home. These include Cirque Du Soleil, Splitsville Luxury Lanes, and the AMC Disney Springs 24 movie theaters.
Exciting Entertainment Experiences
Across all four areas of Disney Springs live acts, stunning stage shows, and first-run movies offer guests and locals entertainment options, especially after hours once the theme parks have closed for the day.
Major venues anchor the district with adventures ranging from state-of-the-art cinema, live concerts, sports excitement to steampunk powered possibilities. Smaller stages and street performers engage visitors and a handful of attraction style diversions round out the entertainment options.
While parking and entry to Disney Springs is free, many of the entertainment options charge an admission fee.
AMC Movies at Disney Springs
Full service “Dine – In” theater (with delivery to your seat), a full bar, Dolby sound, and RealD 3D are all features at this epic 24 screen movie theater complex.
Aerophile – The world leader in balloon flight
Soar to new heights (400 feet up) on board the worlds largest helium balloon (tethered). The 19’ diameter basket accommodates up to 29 guests and offers a bird’s eye view which can range as far as 10 miles on a clear day. NOTE: adverse weather conditions can ground flights of this exclusive built for Disney balloon.
Coca-Cola Polar Bear Photo Op Experience
This friendly, tall, smiling white polar bear, the mascot of the Coca-Cola company makes daily appearances, posing for photos (from 10 am – 10 pm) at the giant Cocoa-Cola store at Disney Springs’ Town Center.
The Edison
“At 10:00 PM, this restaurant transforms into an entertainment hub for Guests 21 years of age and older! It’s a lively place where you can sip on signature craft cocktails and hit the dance floor as The Pearl Street Players house band busts out bluesy renditions of old favorites. Additional highlights include burlesque dancers, aerialists, and roaming stilt walkers.” – Disney Springs
House of Blues
At this famous indoor venue, live concerts and performance from headlining acts appear here regularly (check the House of Blues page for concert/performance dates).
Marketplace Carousel
Italian artists crafted this colorful carousel for Disney Springs. Guests enjoy riding on traditional creatures surrounded by 570 miniature lights as they zoom past 20 different Disney Springs murals.
Marketplace Stage
With Village Lake as its backdrop, disc jockeys host dance parties for all ages, bands, and orchestras perform on occasion and special events unfold.
Marketplace Train Express
Engineered for young guests, this small scale train chugs around its landscaped track (located near Once Upon a Toy) daily from 10 am to 11 pm.
NBA Experience (opening Summer 2019)
Find out what it’s like to be an NBA athlete at this brand-new venue replacing the location formerly occupied by Disney Quest.
Paradiso 37
Representing Latin flavors from several countries, Paradiso 37’s performances feature live Latin music, perfect for dancing the night away.
Raglan Road Live Music
Grab a Guinness (or any other favorite beverage) take a seat on the outdoor terrace to enjoy live music at this Irish themed venue. Performances erupt nightly from 8 pm until just after midnight.
Splitsville Luxury Lanes
In what was once home to Virgin Mega Store, upscale bowling for the whole family (along with dining and drinks) can be found on the Westside of Disney Springs.
Stargazers
Planet Hollywood’s ground level patio bar entertains guests with nightly live music from 7-11 pm.
Street-style Performances
- Exposition Park – grab a bite from one of the food trucks and drink in the music (live or DJ). Located on the Westside.
- Riverboat Square – enjoy live and unique versions of Spanish guitar music nightly just in front of the Paddlefish restaurant.
- Springs Overlook – live music performances also take place at this Town Center alcove
- Sunshine Highline – under an “abandoned railway track” exotic instrument powered music come life with daily performances
- Waterview Park – located adjacent to Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, this waterfront alcove hosts live entertainment daily.
The Void: step beyond reality
Amazing virtual reality excitement unfolds at this high-tech marketplace venue. Adventures include “Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire” (find and obtain Imperial data to save the Rebellion) and “Ralph Breaks VR” (featuring Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope).
Vintage Amphicar & Italian Water Taxi Tours
Enjoy a view of Disney Springs while cruising around Village Lake. Either onboard a three-seater (and driver) amphibious car or a 40-foot Italian Water Taxi. Water taxi cruises host weekend wine tasting or Champagne cruises (call 407-939-2628 for details and reservations).
Shop till you drop at Disney Springs
All four fun-filled areas of Disney Springs afford guests ample opportunities for retail therapy. From specialty kiosks to giant Disney merchandise meccas, there are over 100 locations to visit. “Star Wars” and Marvel fans will enjoy dedicated destinations and collectors are sure to find fancy treasures at the Art of Disney (Marketplace). Scores of high-end, well-recognized retailers share the Springs with niche shops selling hats, candy, cigars, pins, toys and much more.
Town Center, with its open-air and covered areas, harbors a majority of the clothing, jewelry, footwear and accessory shops often found in shopping malls around the country. Marketplace and Westside feature more Disney branded treasures. Additional niche shops, like The Ganachery and Chapel Hats can be found within the Landing.
A full listing (alphabetical) of every shopping spot at Disney Springs is listed below:
Alex and Ani (clothing and accessories) Town Center
American Threads (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Anthropologie (clothing and accessories) Town Center
The Art of Disney (artwork and collectibles) Marketplace
The Art of Shaving (clothing, accessories, health, and beauty) the Landing
Basin (health and beauty, gifts, housewares) Marketplace
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique“>Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique (clothing, accessories, make-overs) Marketplace
Bongos Cuban Café Souvenir and Gift Shop (clothing and accessories) West Side
Build-a-Dino by Build-a-Bear Workshop at T-Rex (toys) Marketplace
Chapel Hats (clothing and accessories) The Landing
Coach (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Coca-Cola Store (footwear, clothing and accessories, artwork, collectibles, housewares) Town Center
Columbia Sportswear (footwear, clothing, and accessories) Town Center
Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers (artwork, collectibles, housewares) Marketplace
Curl by Sammy Duvall (clothing and accessories) West Side
Dino-Store at T-Rex (clothing and accessories) Marketplace
Disney Photopass Service Studio (camera, media, photography) Marketplace
Disneystyle (clothing and accessories) West Side
Disney’s Candy Cauldron (sweets and candy) Marketplace
Disney’s Days of Christmas (seasonal clothing, accessories, collectibles, toys, Mickey ears and housewares) Marketplace
Disney’s Pin Traders (pins, MagicBands, Vinylmation, Mickey ears) Marketplace
Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories (camera, media, Mickey ears, housewares, gifts) Marketplace
Edward Beiner Purveyor of Fine Eyewear (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Erwin Pearl (clothing and accessories) The Landing
Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories (jewelry, gifts, accessories) Town Center
Everything but Water (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Eyecatchers (artwork, collectibles, gifts, housewares) The Landing
Face Painting by Enjoy Your Face (makeover, art, collectibles) Marketplace
Filthy Rich (artwork, collectibles, clothing and accessories) The Landing
Fit2run (Footwear, clothing and accessories) West Side
Francsca’s (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Free People (clothing and accessories) Town Center
The Ganachery (food and beverages) The Landing
Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop (candy, sweets and beverages) Marketplace
Goofy’s Candy Company (candy, sweets and beverages) Marketplace
Happy Hound (artwork, collectibles, toys) Marketplace
Havainas (footwear, clothing and accessories) The Landing
House of Blues Company Store (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, gifts and housewares) West Side
Initial Rings (jewelry) Town Center
Johnny Was (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Johnston & Murphy (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
Kate Spade New York (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
Kiehl’s Since 1851 (health and beauty) Town Center
Kipling (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Lacoste (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
The Lego Store (toys) Marketplace
Lefty’s – The Left Hand Store (gifts and housewares) Town Center
Levi’s (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Lilly Pulitzer (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Lucky Brand (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
Luxury of Time by Diamonds International (jewelry) Town Center
L’occitane en Provance (health, beauty, gifts and housewares) Town Center
MAC Cosmetics (health and beauty) Town Center
Marketplace Co-op – Bowes Signature Candles (gifts and housewares) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Cherry Tree Lane (clothing and accessories) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – D-Tech on Demand (camera, media, phone accessories) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Disney Centerpiece (housewares and gifts) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Disney Tails (clothing, accessories, gifts, housewares, pet supplies) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Lovepop (artwork and collectibles) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Twenty Eight & Main (clothing, accessories, artwork, and collectibles) Marketplace
Marketplace Co-op – Wonderground Gallery (artwork and collectables) Marketplace
Melissa Shoes (footwear, clothing, and accessories) Town Center
Memory Lanes/Splitsville (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, gifts, and housewares) West Side
Mickey’s Pantry (gifts, housewares, food and beverage) Marketplace
Na Hoku – Hawaii’s Finest Jewelers Since 1924 (jewelry and accessories) Town Center
Oakley (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Once Upon a Toy (clothing, accessories, toys and games) Marketplace
Origins (health and beauty) Town Center
Orlando Harley-Davidson (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, housewares and gifts) Town Center
Pandora Jewelry (jewelry) Town Center
Pearl Factory (jewelry and accessories) Marketplace
Pele’ Soccer (footwear, clothing and accessories) West Side
Pop Gallery (artwork and collectibles) West Side
Rainforest Café Retail Village (clothing, accessories and toys) Marketplace
Rinse Bath & Body Co. (health and beauty) The Landing
Sanuk (footwear, clothing and accessories) The Landing
Savannah Bee Company (health and beauty) The Landing
Sephora (gifts, housewares, health and beauty) Town Center
Shop for Ireland (gifts and housewares) The Landing
Shore (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Silhouette Portraits (artwork) Marketplace
Something Silver (jewelry) West Side
Sosa Family Cigars (tobacco and accessories) West Side
Sperry (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
The Spice & Tea Exchange (spices, gifts and housewares) Marketplace
Stance (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Star Wars Galactic Outpost (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, toys) West Side
Star Wars Trading Post (clothing, accessories, and toys) Marketplace
The Store at Planet Hollywood (clothing, accessories, gifts and housewares) Town Center
Sublime Gifts and Finds (artwork, collectibles, gifts and housewares) The Landing
Sugarboo & Co. (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, gifts and housewares) Town Center
Sunglass Icon (clothing and accessories) West Side
Super Hero Headquarters (clothing, accessories, artwork, collectibles, pins and toys) Marketplace
Superdry (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Swings N’ Things – The Hammock Experts (gifts and housewares) The Landing
Trophy Room (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
Tumi (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Tommy Bahama (footwear, clothing, accessories, gifts and housewares) Town Center
Trend–D (clothing and accessories) Marketplace
Ugg (footwear, clothing and accessories) Town Center
Under Armor Brand House (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Uniqlo (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Unode50 (clothing, accessories, artwork, and collectibles) Town Center
Vera Bradley (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Volcom (clothing and accessories) Town Center
World of Disney (clothing, accessories, gifts, housewares, Mickey ears, and toys) Marketplace
Zara (clothing and accessories) Town Center
Disney Springs is open every day with most locations opening at 10 am. Each of these shopping and entertainment experiences can be found just off the Hwy 535 exit of Interstate 4 at the intersection of Hotel Plaza Boulevard and E. Buena Vista Drive. While 5 parking lots and two multi-story garages offer plenty of parking, Disney bus and water transportation also services Disney Springs. Because there is no charge to park and entry into Disney Springs is free, it can tend to become very busy. Arriving early affords opportunities to enjoy a relaxed breakfast and usually beat the crowds.
