What are your Hidden Gems in World Showcase?

[supamaki]

World showcase has always been my favorite part of WDW, but I'm interested to hear what are everyones favorite parts in each country or some neat things I may have overlooked.

 

[disneydreamer1980]

I love the courtyard in Morroco across from Tangierene cafe, the garden in UK entered through the archway coming from France,the exhibit in the Norway stave church is neat, in China if you buy a fan they’ll write your name in Chinese on it.Also, in Italy behind the shops, by the fountains there are red buttons you can push to make water squirt out in different directions

 

[fbarker]

We found that the museum at the China Pavilion is very interesting including the replica of the Terracotta Army. The figures, dating from 210 BC, were discovered in 1974 by some local farmers near Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China near the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor. We have even bought a replica of a Terracotta soldier that is one of our favorite souveniers from Disney. We have seen the 360 degree movie but it is not something that we wouid see over and over.

 

[disneydreamer1980]

There’s also the museum in Morocco and you can take a free tour of the Morocco pavilion. The train set in Germany is cool, and there’s a hidden Mickey in it near the church. The balcony in Japan by Mitsukoshi is neat too. And in the middle of the IG bridge there are stairs to get down to a little landing by the water and under the bridge that’s usually quiet

 

[disneygirlsng]

We found that the museum at the China Pavilion is very interesting including the replica of the Terracotta Army. The figures, dating from 210 BC, were discovered in 1974 by some local farmers near Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China near the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor. We have even bought a replica of a Terracotta soldier that is one of our favorite souveniers from Disney. We have seen the 360 degree movie but it is not something that we wouid see over and over.

The Teracotta Army is no longer there. That area now has displays and info about Shanghai Disneyland.

 

[Bete]

We enjoy the live street entertainment in the countries. There's a schedule for show times.

Sometimes it's fun to go into the gift shops. Try on a sombrero and take a picture, for example.

Take your time and look at the details in each country.

 

[Mome Rath]

The museum in Japan and also the pond in Japan, taking a break in America listening to the Voices of Liberty... the bathrooms outside of the International Gateway (haha)...

 

[g-dad66]

We love the waterfall in Canada. (Not exactly hidden, but I don't ever read much of anything about it on the Dis.)

 

[Mom2Stitch]

We love the waterfall in Canada. (Not exactly hidden, but I don't ever read much of anything about it on the Dis.)

I love the Canada landscaping, it's so nice there.

I love the koi pond in Japan.

Also, not sure if this is still there or not, but in the UK pavilion there use to be a Winnie the Pooh meet and greet, it took place in what was Christopher Robin's bedroom. They no longer have that meet and greet, but if you peak into the window you can still see the bedroom with Winnie and friends in stuffed animal form on the bed. I hope it's still there.

 

[Tomh]

I love the courtyard in Morroco across from Tangierene cafe, the garden in UK entered through the archway coming from France,the exhibit in the Norway stave church is neat, in China if you buy a fan they’ll write your name in Chinese on it.Also, in Italy behind the shops, by the fountains there are red buttons you can push to make water squirt out in different directions

I had no idea about the red buttons in Italy. Ten trips to Disney World, and probably 40 odd days spent in Epcot, and I still haven't seen it all!

DS and I love to stop by the Africa Outpost and play on the drums. It is always fun to try to time our trip around World Showcase so that we are near the drawbridge in the afternoon when they bring out the barges for Illuminations (around 5:00 is when I've caught them). I love the gardens in Japan near the Quick Service. There is some outside seating, across the first bridge from the quick service, that is often empty, and a nice quiet little spot to sit and eat, or enjoy a drink.

I also like to go up into the Canada Pavilion near the waterfall. It is often empty up there, or just a couple of people around.

 

[WEDWDW]

Unfortunately,both the Morocco and Norway Tours were discontinued.

 

[BriGTi]

Also, not sure if this is still there or not, but in the UK pavilion there use to be a Winnie the Pooh meet and greet, it took place in what was Christopher Robin's bedroom. They no longer have that meet and greet, but if you peak into the window you can still see the bedroom with Winnie and friends in stuffed animal form on the bed. I hope it's still there.

Bedroom is still there and intact as you remember as of last weekend.

 

[HydroGuy]

Not particularly "hidden", but I always find the electric train village near Germany pavilion fun walk through and watch for a few minutes.

Also not particularly hidden, but I never, ever miss Voices of Liberty at the American Pavilion. Always a lift to the spirit of American visitors.

The pond outside the China pavilion temple is nice to walk across.

The artifacts/info in the Mexico pavilion are educational.

 

[WEDWDW]

Well,they are not HIDDEN,but the best GEMS in World Showcase are the ICPs!!!!
I think a lot of Guests "take them for granted",but what would World Showcase be without them!!!!

 

[AllieBoo]

We love walking back in Canada, it's so pretty back there. I also love walking down the streets in the UK and browsing the shops.

 

[Nebraska_Disney]

The EXIT signs to get out of the world showcase is the best part of it. Can't imagine spending time/money on a Disney trip to do this part of Epcot. Tried it several times, can't figure out the draw of any of it.

 

[Cindylieu]

The Teracotta Army is no longer there. That area now has displays and info about Shanghai Disneyland.

BOO! I really wanted to see the replica terracotta army...now I feel sadness.

I am really looking forward to seeing the Canada waterfall though! It has been a number of years since we were there and I can't remember that part.
Also, we will be dining in Morocco, so I am looking forward to spending some real time seeing the architecture and tilework there. What a lovely place! (and also BAKLAVA!)

 

[DisneyTravelers2008]

The EXIT signs to get out of the world showcase is the best part of it. Can't imagine spending time/money on a Disney trip to do this part of Epcot. Tried it several times, can't figure out the draw of any of it.

Interesting.....since we cant really afford to travel internationally, I think it is a great way to see a bit of architecture from different parts of the world and try some of the food, as well. We love to relax and unwind and go at our own pace in this section. We feel like some of the best dining [table service and quick service and snack and adult beverages] are in the World Showcase. And, I like that characters there. But...that is the great thing about Disney ....it has something to appeal to everyone

 

[MikeandReneePlus5]

So many details and backstories come to life by reading this book (easy and fun read).

https://www.amazon.com/Imagineering-Field-Guide-Epcot-Disney/dp/0786848863

 

[LizzyS]

The EXIT signs to get out of the world showcase is the best part of it. Can't imagine spending time/money on a Disney trip to do this part of Epcot. Tried it several times, can't figure out the draw of any of it.

Ha, a bit harsh, but I will admit that I thought World Showcase was going to knock my socks off the way people go on about it and, although it was neat, it did not knock my socks off. I think I expected every pavilion to be something akin to the Mexico pavilion (which we really thought was neat).

I know a lot of adults like to eat and drink around the world, but I live in Las Vegas and can eat at any number of wonderful, expensive places with varying cuisine any time I like, so that part was not as big a draw for me. I actually think I like Future World better than World Showcase.