What can't I miss in the World Showcase?

[LeahA]

We have 7:00p.m. ressies at Marrakesh, we will have some time before dinner and after dinner to walk around. What should we not miss? We've been there a few times, but usually just walk right on through. There is my husband and 3 sons, 2/5/8.

 

[buzz2400]

The rides in Mexico and Norway. Also I don't know the schedules for the performers but we loved this mime in Italy. Had everyone laughing. We also love the street performers in England.

 

[dbm20th]

If you like music, check out the British Invasion in the UK (beatles band) and Off Kilter in Canada (an awesome celtic band). Don't forget to "cool off" at the Rose and Crown.

Of course, not a good idea for the little ones

 

[PrincessKitty1]

Another vote for the British Invasion and Off Kilter! We also like Mo' Rockin', which has a bellydancer too!

Other favorites:
The rides in Mexico and Morocco
Tin Toy Museum in Japan
Model train in Germany

 

[slapwhitey]

Off Kilter is unbelievable and also if you enjoy chocolate, and who doesn't, Germany has a tremendous candy shop with great chocolate.

 

[mickeysdsnyprncs]

There is a mini version of Niagara Falls in the Canada showcase. And of course the chocolate in Germany.

But while in EPCOT go to the living seas so your kids can turtle talk with crush.

 

[MaryKatesMom]

The wonderful thing about WS is that there is something going on at almost all times. Look at the Times Schedule and check out what is playing nearby. Keep an open mind. If I described on paper what some of the acts are, I won't do it justice. (Donning my flame suit here) but who would think a mime is funny but he is!! I never thought I would be entrance by the acrobat in China but there excellent!

We always enjoy the movie in China and France, not to mention the American Adventure.

 

[anewvance]

Definately Off Kilter, lots of fun. The candy lady in Japan is awesome too, I forget her name. But she can make any animal out of candy... and makes them for all the children, their choice.

 

[LeahA]

Thanks for the grat tips!

 

[1000th happy haunt]

There is a mini version of Niagara Falls in the Canada showcase.

It's not Niagara Falls. A few years ago I was helping to put together a trivia quest for a group of people, so I asked. It's Salmon Falls, not Niagara Falls.

 

[Super Goof]

You should see the Dragon Legend Acrobats in China. It was a great show with lots of neat tricks. They perform right outside the China pavillion along the main World Showcase walkway. The show lasts about 15 minutes, and when we were there they had a 6:15pm performance which would be perfect as a stop immediately prior to your Marrakesh ADR.

 

[JulielovesDisney]

Shopping in France, especially in the pastry shop (mmm!!). Shopping in Germany, Italy is awesome too. The Romeo and Juliet story tellers are hilarious. I'm not sure what times they play. Mexico and Norway have some good rides. The American Adventure movie is great, I get goosebumps everytime I see it.

Everything is wonderful at the WS. All are must-sees, but those are just some of my favorites.

 

[Simba's Mom]

"Grail, Grail, Grail!" If you get a chance, see the World Showcase Players, who perform in UK. I think they're so funny!

 

[mytwotinks]

I'd say shopping everywhere, but I am not so sure that your boys would apreciate that! The boat ride in Norway is great. It is mild, but the little one's think that they are on a real thrill ride! There used to be a boat to run and play on in Norway. I am not sure if that is still there since I heard that they added a new building there. I would say go at 11:00 and spend the day there before your ADR and just "snack around the world" for lunch.

Are your kids going to do the kidcot stops? Mine really loved it. It kind of gets you a chance to walk through the shops and displays too! You can also buy a really cool pasport and have it stamped at every country. When they stamp it they put a little message in the native language. I think that is one of my 2 dd's favorite things to do in the world. You get a lot of interaction with all of the workers from all over the world!

 

[Hitched2BellesCastle]

If you like music, check out the British Invasion in the UK (beatles band) and Off Kilter in Canada (an awesome celtic band). Don't forget to "cool off" at the Rose and Crown.

Of course, not a good idea for the little ones

You gotta love guinness.....black (err brownish) gold I tell ya!

 

[MinnieM21]

Definately don't miss MoRockin'. You can watch them in Morocco and they're amazing. Sometimes the bellydancer picks people out of the crowd to dance with her which is a lot of fun. She picked me to dance with her on Friday and I was so embarrassed but had a great time.


Make sure you watch "Sergio" in Italy. He's my good friend and his show is a lot of fun. He even has kids help out with his show and adults too.

 

[Wendy1953]

Mexico has a wonderful boat ride, as well as, Norway.....the children can participate in the "passport" (not sure of what it's called) theme of visiting and getting a "passport" stamped at each country they visit along the way, and also how about Illuminations...lights, music and fireworks....have a magical time!

 

[aunt kelly]

I never have a touring plan in World Showcase. We just walk around and shop and eat and explore. We have stumbled upon some really great performances while strolling around World Showcase. We're never frantic to get to the next attraction, like we are in the other parks. It's a great change of pace.

On our last trip, our kids discovered pin trading and really enjoyed trading pins w/ the CMs from around the world. We bought each one of our kids a lanyard and four pins (the cheapest ones we could find). They had a great time trading pins w/ CMs at each country. I enjoyed talking to the CMs while my kids choose the pins they wanted to trade. (The CMs always let the kids pick which pins will be traded).

 

[Sammie]

I love the film at France and afterwards something from the bakery.

 

[mickeymousemom]

Every tip you've had here is a great one. I can't imagine being in WS and not trying to cover every inch of it possible. As with ALL of WDW, it's the little things--the little details---that matter. I just simply recommend you explore every nook and cranny you can find in every country you can cover. Take your time, and you can hit what you missed the next time. Have fun! Epcot and WS is our favorite part of WDW!