Boardwalk for Kids

[Tank]

I have never been to the boardwalk and was wondering if it was more of an adult place or family place. My kids are 5 and 2 would there be anything of interest for them that would make spending some time there worthwhile. Thanks for your help.

 

[Dan Murphy]

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Carnival games

I think kids can have a good time anywhere in Disney, though, to me, BW seems like it lends itself to slightly older. JMO. Enjoy.

And welcome to the DIS!!!!

Dan

 

[vicb]

We found the BW to be a relaxing hang out place in the evenings. The free strolling entertainers are wonderful and I think your children would enjoy the atmosphere (the lights, colors etc...) My children were 6 and 9 and they wanted to spend every night there (we stayed at BWI). You can get an ice cream or a dessert from the wonderful Bakery. You could rent a surrey bike (probably a two person one given your kid's ages, youngest can go in toddler seat up front, 5 yr. old inbetween adults). You could eat dinner at ESPN they have a very child friendly menu (pb&j, grilled cheese). If your kids are into riding the transportation you could ride the taxi boat around the lake too.

 

[kalamazoo]

I'm sure there would be some performers that your kids would enjoy. Specifically, I remember a magician/comedian and a woman doing lasso twirling tricks. The rope-twirler gave each child a turn and taught them what to do. My ds loved it (he was about 3 at the time). I'm sure there is even more - we just didn't spend a long time there because it was getting late.

One note though, there is not much activity during the day. A lot of the booths and things only open for the evening (I think around 4pm). However the restaurants and shops are open regular hours.

 

[Princesa]

What kind of additional fees are there for these activities.... i.e. bike rentals, carnival games, boats, etc.

My kids are 3 and 1, and I need to be prepared with cash or else not let them see

 

[vicb]

Check out the link below for more info on BW activities and their prices. All the entertainers are free and the water shuttle that goes between BW, S/D, YC/BC and Epcot, MGM is free.
http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/resorts/boardsrecreation

 

[Msslaydbug]

I have only been to the Boardwalk in the early eveninh hours to ride the boat across and eat at Beaches and Cream - I guess this time I will have to walk around a little more and enjoy myself !!