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The Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Every Age Group

by Mommy Frog on September 13, 2024
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When you're spending and saving for the vacation of your dreams, you want to know that every dime is going toward the best possible experience for your family. The wonderful thing about Orlando is that there are many incredible theme parks to enjoy. For the most part, all of the parks offer something for every age group, but some parks may be better suited for your frog squad's particular ages than others. Whether you're searching for the best theme park in Orlando for your toddlers or grandparents (plus everyone in between), we're hoppy to help!

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Multigenerational Family at Universal Orlando

Before we dive into the best theme parks in Orlando by age group, let's be clear: This isn't the definitive guide — there are always exceptions! The best Orlando theme park for your kids, parents and/or partner is the one that they want to visit. And the best way to help them decide is to get them involved in the process.

For the tadpoles, see what looks fun. Show them videos of attractions from our YouTube channel. Also, consider what they're currently interested in or obsessed with. Do they like "Star Wars"? The best Disney World park for them might be Disney's Hollywood Studios, especially with Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Watched "Frozen 2" too many times on Disney+? Head to EPCOT to see Anna and Elsa in their "Frozen 2"-themed outfits! Can't get enough of "Despicable Me" and the minions? You're off to Universal Studios Florida. Penguins and dolphins? Sea ya at SeaWorld Orlando. Regardless of the age category that your tadpoles fall into, give serious consideration to what they are interested in.

For the adults, consider their interests and what will bring them the most joy out of the vacation. Meeting characters and going for a spin on rides isn't for every grown-up — but watching the tadpoles or grand tadpoles (granpoles?) meet their favorite characters just might be the best thing ever. The best theme parks in Orlando cater to adults of all ages. And the atmosphere of a wonderfully themed land or park can be just enough "magic" for those who don't need thrills.

Collared Lemur at Disney's Animal Kingdom

If you can, our recommendation is to visit each of the parks at least once and then pick your favorites to revisit. That said, here are our choices for the best Orlando theme parks by age group.

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Toddlers (Ages 4 and Under)

Best: Magic Kingdom

Hands down, Magic Kingdom offers the most magical experience of all of the Orlando theme parks. Guests of all ages, but especially the toddler set, will be able to enjoy a large number of attractions. They can also meet their favorite Disney characters and wonder at the sights and sounds in each of the different lands. For children who are easily scared, there are plenty of rides where they can sit with their parents. Start them off with Peter Pan's Flight and Dumbo the Flying Elephant.

Taking a baby to Disney World - Mickey & Minnie Meet

Character meet-and-greets can be like a dream come true for the toddler age group. The variety of Disney characters hanging out in Magic Kingdom is great. You can also see your favorite characters marching through the park in cavalcades, the Disney Festival of Fantasy parade or occasionally popping up at random locations from a distance. Whether your tadpole is a Mickey Mouse admirer or a princess in training (you can find Cinderella, Tiana and more at Princess Fairytale Hall), you're quite likely to find their favorite Disney character somewhere! All of this leads us to rank Magic Kingdom as the best Disney park for the little ones.

Other Good Orlando Theme Parks for Toddlers:

  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park — This park is ideal for anyone who loves animals. Toddlers especially will enjoy seeing them up close in a lush, jungle-like setting. Tortoises, lions, cotton-top tamarin monkeys, yellow-naped Amazon parrots and more are just some of the animals that you can see! Pint-sized shows, including the fan-favorite "Festival of the Lion King" and "Finding Nemo: The Big Blue ... and Beyond!" are also perfect for the wee set. The fun AND educational environment makes this one of our best Disney parks for toddlers.
  • SeaWorld Orlando — Similarly to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the animals here truly are the focus of the park. The little ones will love feeding the sea lions and dolphins. The experience of a stingray gliding beneath their fingertips is a treasure they'll enjoy. Sesame Street Land made its debut in 2019, giving toddlers a chance to explore the beloved neighborhood with its interactive elements and family-friendly rides.

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Peppa Pig

  • Peppa Pig Theme Park — The newest gate at LEGOLAND Florida Resort, Peppa Pig Theme Park was built with teeny tiny tadpoles (and their parents) in mind. With marvelously mild attractions such as Peppa Pig's Balloon Ride and Grampy Rabbit's Dinosaur Adventure, play areas such as Pirate Island Sand Play and Muddy Puddles Splash Pad and engaging entertainment at Mr. Potato's Showtime Arena and the indoor Cinema, tadpoles will have a blast snorting, giggling and playing with Peppa and all of her friends! The best part? This entire park can easily be conquered in half a day which leaves plenty of time for a mid-afternoon nap.

Peppa Pig LEGOLAND - Arena

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Elementary-Age Kids (Ages 5 to 10)

Best: SeaWorld Orlando

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Girl with Elmo Wand

Who says learning isn't fun? Out of all the Orlando theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando is one of the most educational. Kids of all ages, but especially young children, can test their knowledge of aquatic life. They can also explore the exhibits and get up close and personal with baby dolphins, sea lions and stingrays. Of course, the younger end of this group will also love Sesame Street Land and its interactive elements! Be sure to also check out Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin. Kids (and kids at heart) should not miss the penguin habitat, which mimics the icy conditions of the South Pole. Get up close with the penguins in temps of 30 degrees. You can see five species on land and underwater.

Other Good Orlando Theme Parks for Elementary-Age Kids:

LEGOLAND FLORIDA - girls posing outside Masters of Flight Attraction

  • LEGOLAND Florida — The whole park is geared toward 2 to 12-year-olds. For LEGO fanatics, the themed lands are second to none! Adventurous kids can experience the thrill of the Great LEGO Race roller coaster. Those who aren't quite ready have gentler ride options such as The Dragon. The water park within the park will keep everyone cool on the hottest summer days. It became even more "awesome" with the addition of LEGO MOVIE World in 2019.
  • Magic Kingdom — This is the place where fairytales come true, and princesses and pirates will love the opportunities to indulge in a little make-believe and maybe work up the nerve to try out Space Mountain or Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Great starter coaster options are Big Thunder Mountain Railroad or The Barnstormer. For example, did you know that most kids consider Space Mountain to be one of the coolest - if not the coolest ride at Magic Kingdom?

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Tweens (Ages 11 to 13)

Best: Universal Studios Florida

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida

With more simulator rides than thrill rides, and many based on movie franchises, Universal Studios Florida offers a lot to do and see for teens and tweens. Of course, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley should be at the top of the list, and Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts is not to be missed! The bravest of tweens can tackle Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster, which reaches speeds of up to 65 mph! Although Revenge of the Mummy is slightly tamer, it still offers plenty of scream-worthy moments. TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D is thrilling 3D technology at its best as Autobots attempt to protect the AllSpark from Decepticons.

Other Good Orlando Theme Parks for Tweens:

  • SeaWorld Orlando — Daredevil tweens will, indeed, love the thrill rides, especially MakoJourney to Atlantis, Kraken and Manta. They can also now tackle the brand-new Ice Breaker, the park's first multi-launch coaster. There's also the newer Pipeline: The Surf Coaster that launches guests 110 feet up in the air. Oh and did we mention that this is a standing coaster?

As frogs, we also think the animal encounters are also pretty awesome ;)

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Teens (Ages 14 to 18)

Best: Universal Islands of Adventure

Teens will, indeed, love the high number of true thrill rides, including the Incredible Hulk CoasterHagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Jurassic World VelociCoaster! Harry Potter fans will feel like they just stepped into the books at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade. Even those who aren't fans will be mesmerized by the incredible attention to detail! Journeying on the Hogwarts Express - Hogsmeade is an entertaining and awesome ride for park hoppers wanting to venture over to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley! Of course, no visit here is complete without Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey inside Hogwarts Castle.

Other Good Orlando Theme Parks for Teens:

  • EPCOT — Teens will love traveling the world in a single day, sampling the cultures — plus eating, shopping ... and eating! (Did we mention eating? There are plenty of options to satisfy your growing teen's hunger!) EPCOT offers some of the most diverse entertainment options out of the major Orlando theme parks. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Soarin’ Around the World remain perennial favorites. For this reason, EPCOT is a must-visit.
  • Magic Kingdom — While parents and teens rarely agree, they seem to share the same nostalgia for visiting the Most Magical Place on Earth. The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a roller coaster the whole family can enjoy together, and the Haunted Mansion is a supernatural adventure. While it may not have the major thrills of some of the other Orlando parks, you can't deny the joyful feelings it brings, which is why we rank it as the overall best Disney World theme park!

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Adults

Best: EPCOT

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Group of smiling adults in EPCOT's Germany Pavilion

The most non-traditional park out of all the Orlando theme parks, EPCOT offers the chance to experience many of the world's cultures through sight, sound and taste. Shopaholics (raises hand) will love strolling through the World Showcase shops. EPCOT, in particular, is the only place in the U.S. where some of these items can be found! You’ll have plenty of diverse food and beverage options to choose from, too!

Other Good Theme Parks for Adults:

Best Theme Parks in Orlando for Seniors

Best: SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is known for having fantastic shows such as Sea Lion & Otter Spotlight and Dolphin Adventures. Guests will enjoy the animal encounters, the 360-degree view of Orlando from Sky Tower, getting an up-close look at how the park comes to the aid of sick, injured and orphaned animals at the brand-new SeaWorld Rescue Center and the numerous places to cool off.

Other Good Theme Parks for Seniors

  • EPCOT — World Showcase offers the chance to shop, eat and drink in the history and architecture of 11 countries. You can take your time hopping from pavilion to pavilion without having to walk far distances at a time.

Best Theme Parks in Orlando by Age Group - Prime Time

  • Disney’s Hollywood Studios — This park provides a trip back in time through Hollywood's Golden Era. The 50s Prime Time Cafe is a nostalgic eating experience in a sitcom setting. Or, dine like a Hollywood icon at The Hollywood Brown Derby.

Whew! This was a long list, but now you've got the lowdown on what we think are the best Orlando parks by age group. Now, it's your turn. Tell us which are your favorites, for each age group or overall!

Related: A Dip Inside the Top Orlando Water Parks

Hoppy planning!

Keep hopping, Mommy Frog!
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Sep 12, 2023 at 12:28 p.m.
Lady Durand Says...

Buen día mami Rana. Quería un poco de orientación, viajo entre el 18 y 21 para Orlando quisiera me sugiere que parques podría conocer con mi esposo, de igual forma que paquetes para esos 4 días me podría recomendar, soy de Perú.

Gracias

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Sep 13, 2023 at 1:36 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

¡Hola! Eso depende de sus intereses. Generalmente, recomendamos al menos dos días en Walt Disney World con boletos de park hopper (cuáles permiten que entren a cualquiera de los cuatro parques durante esos dos dias) y al menos un día en Universal Orlando. Si les gustan los animales y las montañas rusas, agrega un día en SeaWorld Orlando. Si no está interesado en SeaWorld, le recomendamos centrarse en Disney y Universal. Si no tiene tiempo para visitar los cuatro parques temáticos de Disney, las mejores opciones para adultos son Magic Kingdom (para la experiencia clásica de Disney) y EPCOT (especialmente si te encanta la comida y bebida). También es posible que quiera visitar a los otros parques de Disney World, como Animal Kingdom (si te encantan los animales) o Hollywood Studios (si te encantan las películas, como Toy Story y Star Wars). Pero si consigues boletos de park hopper para saltar de parque en parque, lo dividiríamos en dos parques en dos días. Universal Orlando se puede recorrer en un día, pero si quieren tomar su tiempo, recomendamos dos días, uno para cada parque de Universal.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 12, 2023 at 10:18 p.m.
Rebecca Says...

Best parks for my sister and myself, both late 60's

taking my 2- 20something Grandsons and their GF's..... We will each have 3 passes each and spend the rest of the time at Disney Resort

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Feb 16, 2023 at 11:22 p.m.
Daniela Says...

Hi Mommy Frog. I am planning a family trip to Orlando for the last two weeks in July,2023. Family of four with "kids" 18 & 15 years old. We have never been in Orlando and the more I read about what to do, the more don't know what to choose from :). We like high speed, adventurous and fun attractions/activities, and family shows. You recommendations will be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance!!!

Daniela

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Mar 1, 2023 at 12:47 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Daniela!

It's a hard decision, but we're hoppy to talk through it! If high-speed thrills are a top priority, we'd definitely recommend Universal Orlando Resort, especially Universal's Islands of Adventure (which has Hagrid's, Jurassic World VelociCoaster and The Incredible Hulk). Universal Studios Florida also has a good balance of other types of attractions (Transformers, Men in Black) and shows (including Animal Actors, Bourne Stuntacular and Universal Horror Make-Up Show, plus smaller outdoor stage shows). SeaWorld Orlando is another great option for thrilling roller coasters, such as Mako, Ice Breaker, Manta and Kraken, and the new Pipeline coaster is expected to open later this spring so it should be open by your visit.

If you have the time and budget to visit multiple parks, we'd still consider Disney! Though its thrill rides are less intense in comparison and more spread out among its four main theme parks, you can still find adventurous attractions (such as Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance) and tons of family shows. Some of the highlights for thrill rides include Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom, TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom (opening April 4), Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios (under refurbishment until sometime this summer).

Overall, Universal would likely be the best fit and encompasses everything you're looking for, and SeaWorld is a close second. And of course, Disney has some thrilling options too (and we think you'd still have a frogtastic time), but they're not conveniently all in one park.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Sep 17, 2022 at 6:40 p.m.
Jenna Says...

we are planning to visit Orlando with our 2 kids (8 years old boy and 4 years old girl) in early December, for 4 days vacation, which parks do you recommend for them ?

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Sep 20, 2022 at 1:01 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jenna!

It really depends on their preferences! Do they like animals? Consider Animal Kingdom or SeaWorld Orlando. Are either of them fans of Star Wars or Toy Story? Go to Hollywood Studios. Do they want the classic Disney experience? Definitely Magic Kingdom. Do they like Minions, Scooby Doo and Harry Potter? Perhaps Universal. Maybe even venture out to LEGOLAND Florida and Peppa Pig Theme Park — LEGOLAND is designed for kids 2-12 and Peppa Pig would be more suited for the 4-year-old. It's hard to give exact advice when we don't know your tadpoles, so get them involved with the decision process! :)

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 27, 2022 at 9:26 p.m.
Heidi Says...

There are 2 families going to Florida 11 year girl, 2 x 13 year boys and 17 year old boy what parks would you suggest? Many thanks Heidi

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Mar 27, 2022 at 7:54 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Heidi!

It truly depends on the kids' interests. However, for those age ranges in general, we'd recommend the Universal Orlando theme parks, Disney's Hollywood Studios and SeaWorld Orlando as all of those parks have more thrill rides for tweens and teens (as opposed to rides for smaller tadpoles).

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 26, 2022 at 3:44 a.m.
Jenny Says...

Planning to spend 4 days in Orlando over Easter. Me and my two almost 5 twins. Original plan was 3 days at Disney but the new Peppa park and reports of long waits at Disney has me rethinking. None of us will enjoy waiting in lines for rides. We are not into shopping, dinning or character meets. We want to get on as many rides as possible and see some animals. Will Legoland/Peppa and SeaWorld (Sesame) have shorter lines than Disney? Is it realistic to do a park hopper day Animal Kingdom/Magic Kingdom on the same day? Mindful we can only go on rides suitable for their height and that allow 3 in the same car.

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Mar 1, 2022 at 3:59 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jenny!

Generally, on busier holidays, smaller parks such as Legoland and SeaWorld will still attract crowds but more likely less than at Disney. Legoland and Peppa Pig are specifically geared for that age range, so the majority of the rides are suitable for them (though the issue that you may run into are some rides that only seat two to a car, particularly the junior roller coasters such as Daddy Pig's Roller Coaster and The Dragon). Sesame Street Land would also be a great option for them, especially since SeaWorld also has animals. A half-day at Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom would be ambitious during that time, but if your focus would be more on animals at Animal Kingdom and rides at Magic Kingdom, then it could be doable! Hope this helps!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 1, 2022 at 9:48 p.m.
Emily Says...

Hi, looking for a bit of advice. Never been to disney as a child/teenager, but will be traveling to the US to visit family with our nearly 3yo daughter (& 8mo) in March/April and want to make a good trip out of it. What activities/parks would you recommend for that age (interest/ride-wise)? She loves animals and water and will need to up the disney movie watching in the meantime, as not as big as of a thing here.

I was thinking Animal Kingdom and Sea world. Any other suggestions?

Also any recommendations for accommodation to stay considering the location of the advised parks.

And last question :) is it better to book all separately or a package, totally out of my league here?? :)

TIA, Emily

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Feb 3, 2022 at 2:07 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Emily!

We toadally agree that your animal-loving tadpole would love Animal Kingdom and SeaWorld Orlando! Those two parks would probably be good enough for her, but if we were to make any additional suggestions, it would be Magic Kingdom. There are many tadpole-friendly rides there (and if she gets into Disney movies before then, you'd be able to see a lot of characters!). Would you be driving in a rental car or your own, or would you rely on ride-sharing services or taxis? We offer some deals that would allow you to bundle costs! Currently, you can combine select tickets to Disney and SeaWorld for an extra $5 off. And if you purchase tickets or a hotel stay, you could get 50% off a car rental (if you'd need one). You can search hotels here, and filter by Frog Family Favorites and Frog Family Recommended hotels.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 1, 2021 at 7:26 p.m.
Marijn Contreras Says...

We are going to orlando September 28th for 2 weeks.

Two boys 8 and 9, want to go to seaworld.. what is more to be recommended? We went to magic kingdom & legoland years ago. Not want to go again.

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Aug 2, 2021 at 9:25 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Marijn!

It toadally depends on your kids' interests, but aside from SeaWorld Orlando, we'd suggest Universal Orlando or some of the other Disney World parks (Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios or EPCOT). Universal has the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Hogsmeade & Hogwarts), a Marvel Super Hero land and a Jurassic Park land in Islands of Adventure, while Universal Studios Florida has Minions, Transformers and the Wizarding World (Diagon Alley). Depending on thrill level comfort, we'd suggest Universal Studios Florida (has more simulator rides) over Islands of Adventure (has bigger thrill rides). If they're animal lovers, we'd definitely recommend Animal Kingdom. And if they enjoy Star Wars or Pixar movies (especially Toy Story), then we'd suggest Hollywood Studios. EPCOT is debuting a new Ratatouille ride and a new fireworks show on Oct. 1, if you're interested in either. It would also still be warm enough for any of the water parks in Orlando (Disney's Blizzard Beach, Universal's Volcano Bay or SeaWorld's Aquatica).

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 29, 2021 at 3:50 p.m.
Sue Says...

Seniors like thrill rides too! Just sayin…

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May 30, 2021 at 2:29 a.m.
Chrissy Ramos Says...

I love Epcot but it’s very Eurocentric. Almost all the pavilions are either North American or European. There’s absolutely nothing from Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, South America, or the Pacific Islands. As a person of color I feel very left out at that park

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Mar 17, 2022 at 6:18 p.m.
Serwa Says...

I don't know...I am originally from Ghana and I thoroughly enjoyed the countries that were at Epcot. I guess with future expansion they can add a few other regions. Loved Epcot and definitely will be back.

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Jul 21, 2021 at 12:04 a.m.
Constanza Says...

Completely agree with you, we’ll said.

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May 21, 2021 at 6:45 p.m.
Brenda Says...

My 11 year old son and I will be visiting Jun 4, 2021. He is sooooo excited. He loves trains, cars, and video games. which park do you recommend?

He is a thrill seeker. I would like to be able to ride on some rides with him, but will need a must tamer ride. Any suggestions? Where to buy tickets?

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May 21, 2021 at 2:28 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Brenda!

The first park that came to mind was Universal Studios Florida. It has Fast & Furious — Supercharged, which would be a great ride for anyone who loves cars. Many of the rides at Universal Studios are simulators, so you almost feel like you're part of a video game (minus being in control). He would also love Men in Black: Alien Attack, which is an interactive shooting ride! As for thrill rides, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and Revenge of the Mummy are both roller coasters (the former is more intense), but as long as you're OK with the simulator rides, you would probably be able to ride most of them. If you get a Park-to-Park ticket, then you could also ride the Hogwarts Express between Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure. You can purchase discounted tickets directly from us!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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May 20, 2021 at 12:23 p.m.
Brian Says...

Thanks for this summary!

A friend and I (both in our 30s) are headed to Florida for a week at the end of July and trying to decide what park to do for one day. My initial thought was Epcot but after reading various sites I'm a little concerned about construction and lack of entertainment because of covid. I also looked into Animal Kingdom and even Busch Gardens because it's closer to where we are staying. Thoughts (especially about the Epcot experience with construction/decreased shows)?

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May 20, 2021 at 8:38 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Brian,

Thanks for hopping by! While we also agree that EPCOT's construction and lack of entertainment has affected the park since it reopened, we think by the time you visit in July, things could be different. EPCOT's International Food and Wine Festival is starting July 15, and although we don't have exact details about this year's event yet, we took note that this is the first time that a festival doesn't have a modified name ("A Taste of ... "), so we could see more entertainment potentially returning. The new flagship store is also supposed to be opening this summer (though we don't know exactly when), and that would relieve some of the construction in the front of the park.

However, you also can't go wrong with either Animal Kingdom or Busch Gardens. If you and your friend especially like thrill rides (we love all of the roller coasters there!), then Busch Gardens may be the better fit. If not, Animal Kingdom has a good variety of rides, plus animal exhibits and entertainment (The Festival of the Lion King just returned!).

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Apr 24, 2021 at 5:56 p.m.
John Gibbs Says...

We will be in Florida next February and want to visit some theme parks, but we don't like rib & back breaking, upside down rides. But do love visually beautiful rides. Which parks would you recommend, on not recommend for us? Thanks for any tips

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Apr 25, 2021 at 11:06 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi John!

Disney's Animal Kingdom and EPCOT both have absolutely stunning scenery and a wide variety of gentler rides. Disney's rides tend to be the tamest, and Universal's a little more thrilling; if you are big Harry Potter fans, it may be worth doing a one-day park-to-park ticket to be able to ride the Hogwarts Express and see both Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade. Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 22, 2021 at 4:30 p.m.
Liz Says...

I am trying to plan a trip to Orlando in June 3 to 7, 2021. Im taking three grandsons ages 5,6,7 which parks would you advise for 2 days?

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Mar 22, 2021 at 4:59 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Liz,

For your little ones, we'd suggest Magic Kingdom, as it has the largest variety of rides & attractions available for that age group. As for the second park, we feel it depends on your grandsons' interests! If they like animals, we'd suggest Disney's Animal Kingdom or SeaWorld Orlando. If they're into Star Wars or any of the Disney Pixar films, then Disney's Hollywood Studios may be a good option. If you have enough time and they enjoy LEGO, then consider making a trip out to Legoland Florida, which is toadally awesome for that age group. Hope this helps with narrowing it down a little!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 16, 2021 at 5:02 p.m.
Rachel Says...

Hi my grandson is 2yrs old going on 5 if you know what I mean....LOL.... and is very much into the incredibles, cars (McQueen & Mater), Pixar and we want to know what park do you recommend for his age group. Will there be much to do for a 15 year old as well as adults that will pretty much sight see.

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Mar 16, 2021 at 1:04 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rachel,

Because he loves Pixar, we'd highly recommend either Hollywood Studios or Magic Kingdom. If rides are your biggest priority, Magic Kingdom will have more rides that he can go on, due to height restrictions (Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin would be a must-do!). But we'd recommend Hollywood Studios as an overall pick, which has Toy Story Land (he could ride Toy Story Mania!), Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy and a Pixar character motorcade. Hollywood Studios also has thrilling rides for the 15-year-old, such as Tower of Terror and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, and plenty of sights to see for the adults (Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge alone is a big area to explore)! Hope this helps!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 16, 2021 at 6:28 a.m.
Trip of a Lifetime Says...

Hi! Planning after Christmas trip to Orlanda, FL. Family of 5 and wanting to do 2 or 3 days at the Parks. Disney and Universal but not sure which Parks within to do for our kids ages. This will be surpise for them so I want to make sure we make a good choice! All boys, ages 12, 9, and 4. What would your recommend for our trip? Do we park hop? Do we include everyone on every park or not? We already have lodging set and a ride to and from the Parks via grandparents who will also be willing to keep little one back if we wanted to just go with the older kids for a day.

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Mar 16, 2021 at 1:45 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

That's so exciting! We'll be sure to keep it a secret from them :)

While you really can't make any bad choices, our initial reaction is that they'd enjoy either of the Universal parks or Disney's Hollywood Studios. It depends on their interests too - if they like animals, consider Disney's Animal Kingdom as well. Hollywood Studios is action-packed, and has Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, as well as some "big kid" rides they can test out (Tower of Terror, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster), but it also has options for the 4-year-old (Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, Toy Story Mania!). Meanwhile, Universal has the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Hero Island and Jurassic Park lands. The Universal parks would be easier to park hop since they're right next to each other (and likewise, it's easier to park hop between Disney parks). However, we wouldn't recommend park hopping between Disney and Universal in a day though, as that may take too much time. All of the parks have something for every age, so you don't need to leave anyone out! Consider using rider switch in case the little one doesn't want to ride something.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 15, 2021 at 8:34 p.m.
Peyton Says...

Will be having a 5 day trip in early June. I have a 5 year old 9 year old, a 1 year old, & 2 year old. Which park would you recommend for all of these age groups ? But most importantly the 5 year olds age group because it’s a birthday

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Mar 15, 2021 at 3:39 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Peyton!

Magic Kingdom has the most to do for little ones, followed by Animal Kingdom. There are attractions at both parks, as well as activities, that suit several age groups :) Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 12, 2021 at 1:08 a.m.
Breanna m Meehan Says...

Hi, my name is Breanna. My family and I have never been to Walt Disney's World. We would like to go towards the end of the month. My husband has trouble walking because he has a bad back. I was wondering if you had a way to help him get around better. Also I have 4 children (1-8 years old) to small for rides and my oldest would not go on a ride without me. We all love star wars and marvel. We are big Disney movie fans. Do you have strollers. Do you have double strollers. We are Florida residents and we see plenty of sea life already. My children are big fans of Pixar so anything related. Big fans of legos. We would like pictures that are done sent to us at the end of are trip so we don't have to take the photos are selves. Need a cheap resort with pool and complimentary breakfast. we would prefer best bang for are buck because we are not rich by any means. What are good dining experiences for children? For a family not so fast paste how many days long do you recommend to really take it all in. Thank you

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Mar 12, 2021 at 10:02 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Breanna!

How exciting! Most of the Orlando theme parks offer stroller, wheelchair and ECV rentals — so there's options for both the kiddos and your husband! Do note that these are first come, first served, so it may be worth looking into some off-site rental companies if you think you'd benefit from having the stroller, wheelchair or ECV with you, including at the hotel. All parks also offer disability services that can provide alternative ways to wait in queues for those who may have issues standing in a traditional queue. No matter where you visit, we recommend dropping by Guest Relations to see if what options are available to you. Since your kiddos aren't quite old enough to ride alone, make sure to look into Child Swap options! There are a few rides that can seat three in a row, so between you and your husband, you'd be able to all get on and ride at the same time :) If you can swing it, we'd recommend at least 5 days at Disney - one for each park, and one day to hang at the resort. If you're doing more than just Disney (which it sounds like is the plan!), we'd plan for at least a week to explore, and we'd instead try for Park Hoppers at Disney to pack more into fewer days. Hope this helps - have a great trip! :)

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 10, 2021 at 6:21 a.m.
Amy Snell Says...

I have a 8 year old daughter and 14 year old son. What parks work best for these ages so far apart?

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Mar 10, 2021 at 3:17 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Amy!

We find that Disney's Hollywood Studios has a good balance of rides for those age groups - we feel the same way about Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom, too! :)

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 15, 2021 at 10:43 p.m.
Desai Says...

Help to plan a trip

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Feb 16, 2021 at 9:49 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Desai,

We'd be hoppy to help you plan your trip! What questions do you have for us?

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 15, 2021 at 10:42 p.m.
Sejal Desai Says...

I am trying to take trip in early June for 5-6 days.Want to cover 3-4 parks.My son is 11 and daughter is 8.Universal studio for sure. What else is good for those 2 age group. Thanks in advance.

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Feb 16, 2021 at 9:59 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sejal,

Universal Studios Florida is a great option for your children's age groups! If either of them are Harry Potter fans, we'd recommend hopping to Universal's Islands of Adventure too. Overall though, it really comes down to their interests! If they love animals, check out Disney's Animal Kingdom or SeaWorld Orlando. Any Star Wars fans? Disney's Hollywood Studios would be a must-do. If you want a nostalgic Disney experience, Magic Kingdom has all of the classic attractions to ride and Disney characters to meet. Let us know if you need any more help narrowing it down.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 5, 2021 at 3:27 p.m.
Dani Says...

Hi. I am hopin to take a 4 day trip to Orlando in March. I have twin 5, almost 6 year olds. I was looking to do two parks. Which do you recommend? I definitly want Magic Kingdom but am torn on the other. My biggest concern is the wait. They are impatient and do not want to ruin the magic with overly long waits and not getting to see/do much due to wait times.

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Feb 5, 2021 at 9:52 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Dani!

How do they feel about animals? Animal Kingdom is a great pick around that age group, and there are a fair amount of animal experiences that don't have traditional lines. Since they are walk-through experiences, it also helps to get some of the wiggles out :) That said, there are still a fair amount of rides available for them to enjoy! As far as the Disney Parks go, Animal Kingdom is generally the most manageable in terms of wait times too. Hope this helps!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 5, 2021 at 8:20 a.m.
Elizabeth K Says...

I’m taking two of my nephews on a one day visit and am not sure which park to go to. The oldest is 10- into marvel, lego, video games, typical 10 yr old. The younger is 3 and into Mickey Mouse, sharks, dinosaurs, trucks, incredibles. Also brining 3 other adults so we want everyone to be able to enjoy the day. Having a hard time figuring our what will be good for the 3yr old but still interest the 10 yr old.

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Feb 5, 2021 at 9:21 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hey Elizabeth!

Disney's Hollywood Studios would be a great pick for the both of them! While Marvel doesn't have a strong presence in that particular park, Star Wars and Toy Story should have enough to keep your older nephew's attention, while still offering lots for the younger :) In the character cavalcades, your younger nephew would get to see Mickey and the Incredibles! Plus there's the new Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway to hop aboard. There's a good mix of attractions for all ages - including some thrills! Hope this helps!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 4, 2021 at 6:06 p.m.
Arianna Says...

Hi, I'm torn between Disney and universal studios. I have a 5yr old boy into marvel, and 2 girls 8/7 yr old they are into frozen and all the girly stuff. where do recommend us going, were are staying in Daytona beach. and a one day trip is what I'm planning. I'm interested in theme/water park to do in one day or maybe two. Any advice?

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Feb 4, 2021 at 2:43 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Arianna!

If you have Marvel and Frozen fans, we'd shoot for Disney! Magic Kingdom will hold the most to do for those age groups, including many princesses and some adventures for your youngest tadpole (though Anna and Elsa live in EPCOT's Norway pavilion, and Hollywood Studios offers a Frozen Sing-Along). Hollywood Studios would be another good pick, with Toy Story Land and Star Wars! We'll let others in the Frog Pond weigh in, as well, but let us know if you have any other questions :) Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jan 26, 2021 at 12:21 a.m.
Lora Says...

Hi. Taking my daughter for two days. She is 9. What two parks would you recommend. Thanks.

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Jan 26, 2021 at 10:08 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lora,

It really comes down to what your daughter's interests are! Since she is 9 years old, some of our favorites for that age group are Magic Kingdom, SeaWorld Orlando and LEGOLAND Florida. If she loves princesses and classic Disney characters, Magic Kingdom is a must-do. If she loves animals, Disney's Animal Kingdom Park and SeaWorld Orlando both have lots of special animal encounters and exhibits. Is she a Harry Potter fan? Either (or both) of the Universal Orlando parks would provide an immersive experience at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. If she's ready to tackle a few thrill rides (or is a fan of Star Wars or Toy Story), Disney's Hollywood Studios is a good place to start. We know it's a hard choice, so let us know if you need any more help to narrow it down!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 27, 2020 at 3:21 p.m.
Renata Says...

This was a great article, thanks.

But if possible, you should change Elementary school age to the actual age group. You have so many international followers but us of us do not refer to Elementary school, and so not certain without looking it up what exact ages that refers to.

But love your site and your articles! Thanks for all you do!

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Oct 27, 2020 at 3:48 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

This is a great suggestion, Renata - thank you! We've adjusted our post accordingly so that the ages are clearer :)

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 9, 2020 at 2:36 p.m.
Dan Says...

Hi we are going to Disney world Orlando in February 2021 it will be myself wife and three kids which are 16,9 and 2 and there grandad. We have the 14 day Disney park pass but due to Covid-19 they say we need to book the parks that we want to go to each day in advance as you may not get in on the day. So could you help with which parks are the best to visit and which ones will need more that one visit please

Many thanks

Dan

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Jul 9, 2020 at 10:21 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Dan!

How fun! In our opinion, each of the parks have something special to offer for all age groups and are worth visiting more than once. We would definitely allocate more than one day to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios :) Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Feb 12, 2020 at 11:10 p.m.
Elle Says...

We’re going to Orlando in early March (kids are 18 and 16). The kids have never been to Orlando. They’ll have 2 full days for parks. What would you recommend? We will be staying at The Four Seasons.

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Mar 11, 2020 at 1:37 a.m.
Kevin Says...

We just spent day two of 3 days at Disney. We thought with the current travel scare, it being a week day and school still in session, it would be a light week. Boy how wrong we were. We also didn't know you needed to get your Fast Pass tickets in advace... like days or weeks in advance for any popular ride. All the lines were 60 to 180 minutes EACH. Day 1 was Epcot. Sorin was an hour wait and was just ok. The food was awesome at every location. Day 2 was Animal Kingdom and Aviatar was a 2 hour wait and the two water rides were over 90 minutes. That's all we had time for. And the dinner at their premier restaurant Tiffins was below average at best. Tomorrow we are suppose to go to Hollywood Studios but We may just skip it. The lines are way too long and people that wait to plan their vacation can't get fast track passes. We would have been better off getting season tickets to Universal with a daily fast track ticket.... it would have been less expensive, better time spent enjoying the park and I know the food would have been better.

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Feb 12, 2020 at 6:32 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Elle!

What are they interested in? We think Universal would be a great pick, and from there, we'd opt for one of the Disney Parks depending on their interests. Disney's Animal Kingdom blends animals (similar to a zoo) with some thrill rides, including the world of Pandora. Disney's Hollywood Studios has a brand-new attraction opening at the beginning of March, Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, and also hosts Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, as well as some other thrill rides. If they are looking for more of the classic Disney experience, Magic Kingdom is always a good pick. Hope this helps - have a wonderful trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jan 25, 2020 at 2:13 p.m.
Debi A. Says...

I am planning a trip to Disney World in July 2020. I will have 6 adults and 4 children. The children are ages 4, 3, 2,(girls), and one2 year old little boy . Please recommend rides and shows for them. Also places to eat in the park. Thank you! I’d appreciate any help you can give me.

Sincerely,

Debi A.

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Jan 27, 2020 at 9:07 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Debi!

We're happy to give some recommendations! Do you know which park(s) you'll be visiting?

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jan 15, 2020 at 3:09 p.m.
Amy Says...

We are looking to go to Disney in Jan of 2021 . we are bringing 2 dogs and 5 people ages range from 17-39 looking for recommendations on houses to rent and the best parks to visit. Please help.. Any discounts you know of would be great too. We are looking to stay for 4 days. Thank you in advance

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Jan 16, 2020 at 12:41 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Amy!

We'll let the Frog Pond weigh in on houses! But as far as parks to visit, it'll really depend on the group's interests! We love Universal Orlando Resort from a thrills perspective (as well as Harry Potter!). Each of the Disney Parks bring something unique to the table, from the animals at Animal Kingdom, to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios, to a trip around the world at Epcot, to the magic of fairy tales at Magic Kingdom ... there's something for everyone! We offer discounted tickets to all of these parks, which you can find here. Have a great trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Nov 25, 2019 at 12:53 a.m.
Suma Says...

Hi

Saw recommended places for teens and adults. Can you please elaborate / suggest with least rides like rollar coaster as we do not enjoy much. Also how many days needed and if we have any discounts or ok to stay at Disney resort itself ?.

Akso if we can purchase tickets online after coming there?We plan like during last week of Dec 2019.

Thx

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Nov 25, 2019 at 1:24 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Suma!

All of the Disney Parks have some non-coaster rides available, but we'd definitely suggest Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, since they'll have the most to choose from. We'd allot one day each to each park. Universal is a good pick, as well, if you have Harry Potter fans! We'd recommend a 2 day park-to-park ticket there. Staying on-site at Disney is toadally feasible (and offers great perks!) Since it's farther away from Universal, you'd just need to plan to either rent a car or hop in an Uber for those days (or switch resorts!). You can check out all of our available deals here. Since it's the busiest time of the year, we'd definitely suggest buying your tickets in advance (especially because then you can get a hop on your FastPass+ reservations!) Have a great trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Nov 19, 2019 at 8:24 p.m.
MANESH Says...

Hello! We will be visiting Orlando in March 2020 (10th to the 17th). We are a group of Four with 2 kids (6 & 4 1/2). We want to have a list of parks that would be perfect for us during our trip. Also, What package to buy at each park. My wife for sure wants to go the the Harry Porter Theme park. So with that in mind,Please advise.

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Nov 19, 2019 at 3:40 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Manesh!

We'd definitely suggest at least a 2-day park-to-park ticket for Universal Orlando Resort so that you can ride the Hogwarts Express between parks for your Harry Potter-lovers :) Other than that, any of the Disney Parks are great for that age group - if they are Star Wars fans, Disney's Hollywood Studios would be a good stop to visit Galaxy's Edge. Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom are also great picks for tadpoles :) Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jan 7, 2020 at 11:46 p.m.
Adam Says...

Are you an actual frog????? lol

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Jan 8, 2020 at 7:48 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hey Adam!

Toadally! Ribbit :)

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 30, 2019 at 8:42 p.m.
Courtney Says...

Hi! We are taking our first family trip to Disney in February with our 10yr old daughter and 12yr old son and are planning 4-5 days at the parks. Magic Kingdom is a must one day just for nostalgia but not sure about the rest? They aren't super into characters, they enjoy big rollercoasters, harry potter, star wars; etc. Any direction you can provide would be appreciated!!!

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Oct 31, 2019 at 2:57 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Courtney!

If they are into Harry Potter, we'd suggest 2 days for Universal Orlando Resort (preferably park-to-park so you can take the Hogwarts Express!) They'll also have larger coasters for the kiddos to enjoy. Disney's Hollywood Studios is also a great pick if they are into Star Wars for a visit to Galaxy's Edge. Have a wonderful time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 29, 2019 at 12:15 a.m.
Pebbles Says...

Hi I’m planning on going to Orlando in March or April of next year with my kids between the ages of 13 which is my oldest twin boys 8 a 6 yo and 3 yo what parks do you recommend?

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Oct 29, 2019 at 9:17 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Pebbles!

How many parks are you hoping to visit? We'd suggest Universal Orlando if they are big Harry Potter fans! Disney Hollywood Studios (especially Toy Story Land) would be fantastic, with Magic Kingdom offering the most amount of attractions that would be suitable for all of your tadpoles' ages. Disney's Animal Kingdom is another great one for animal-lovers! Hope you have a wonderful trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 12, 2019 at 8:04 p.m.
jan brown Says...

We are visiting Orlando during Thanksgiving, November 27-30, and staying at Hard Rock hotel. My adult children are 22 and 18. What parks do you reccommend for us?

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Oct 15, 2019 at 3:40 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jan!

Both Universal parks are great. If you are roller coaster fans, SeaWorld Orlando has Mako, Kraken and Manta. And of course, Disney is also a great pick! Since it'll be busy during that time, we'd suggest hopping to Epcot for the Festival of the Holidays or Galaxy's Edge if you have Star Wars fans. Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 7, 2019 at 11:14 p.m.
Caroline Says...

Hello !

Almost same ages as previous poster (9,12) but major Harry Potter fans. They are more interested in the story than rides. No thrill or speed for me thank you ;-) First visit to Orlando in February (we have seen the London Studios). Many thanks !

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Oct 8, 2019 at 3:26 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Caroline!

We'd definitely recommend a park-to-park ticket so that the tadpoles can take the Hogwarts Express between the parks! Two days would be a good amount if you aren't partaking in all of the thrills ;) There will be plenty of Harry Potter-related fun without needing to ride the coasters!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Oct 7, 2019 at 3:08 a.m.
Kaustubh Says...

Me with my university friends (aged 23-24) are planning to visit Orlando in December (during Christmas) for 3 days. Which parks would be the best to visit for us?

Thanks!

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Oct 7, 2019 at 12:01 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

This is a tough one; if you are Harry Potter fans, we'd definitely suggest heading to Universal Orlando. We'd suggest a park-to-park ticket if possible (and if not, Islands of Adventure). From there, we'd recommend Hollywood Studios if you're Star Wars Fans to visit Galaxy's Edge, and either Magic Kingdom (for the classic experience, plus a fully decorated park - just keep an eye out for early closures for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!) or Epcot for the Festival of the Holidays. Crowds will be high for Christmas, so we highly suggest planning ahead for your FastPass reservations, and springing for Express Passes at Universal if you can.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Sep 18, 2019 at 1:17 a.m.
Opie Says...

My wife and would like to do Epcot and Universal Studios in 2 days in mid-November. Would love a nice hotel recommendation ($150/night range) with any other tips for that itinerary.

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Sep 23, 2019 at 4:01 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Opie!

If they’re flying in/out of MCO, then Universal is a bit closer to the airport than Disney. If you're staying at a Disney World Resort hotel, you could also utilize the Magical Express at a value resort, which would be within your budget (All-Star Movies, All-Star Sports, All-Star Music and Pop Century). You'd also then have access to free transportation during your stay, with the exception being your trip over to Universal.

Surfside Inn and Suites over at Universal is also a value resort that fits within your budget, and is the resort's newest property! Some options between the two parks would include Disney Springs hotels. You can also search for hotels on our site using the map function on our site and sort by price if none of these fit the bill! We're sure others in the Frog Pond will have some suggestions, as well :) Have a great trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Sep 1, 2019 at 8:55 p.m.
Jessica Says...

Hello! Thank you for a great article! Our family (mom, dad, 5 kids ages 1, 4, 5, 12, 17 plus the in-laws) are all going to spend a few days in Orlando and we've decided on Magic Kingdom, but are wondering where our next day should be spent. With such an array of ages and interests, it's hard to decide on the next best one! I'd appreciate any input!

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Sep 3, 2019 at 3:53 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jessica!

Islands of Adventure would be our second pick for you - there's something for every member of your family, from kiddie play areas and Dr. Seuss themed attractions for the littlest tadpole, to bigger coasters for the older kiddos, and Harry Potter for everyone. Have a great time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Sep 4, 2019 at 6:37 p.m.
Jessica Says...

Thanks so much! That's where we've decided to go! Can't wait!

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Aug 28, 2019 at 11:34 p.m.
Kia Says...

Hi,

My husband and I are celebrating our first year anniversary. I know that there a 4 theme parks but we only have a 3 day park pass. What parks would you recommend we take advantage of? We like to enjoy roller coasters.

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Aug 29, 2019 at 3:36 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kia!

If you're thinking strictly of Disney Parks, we'd recommend hitting Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Epcot (foregoing Epcot since there are no rollercoasters available at this time). If you're open to other parks, we'd highly recommend trying out Universal, as well. Hoppy anniversary!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 27, 2019 at 9:57 a.m.
Says...

Hi.. would like to visit Orlando in early oct for my 64th b/day

Any suggestions.? I would be with my 2 daughters and granddaughter (40s) and 22 years

Unfortunately I don’t get around much trouble walking long distances and standing long...but really want to do something for my 64th :)

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Aug 24, 2019 at 12:51 a.m.
Rachel Says...

Try Scootaround mobility scooter rentals I am going in Oct also and have rented from them and I believe they're pretty reasonable for the week or you can just rent for a few days. They will deliver to your hotel if in their area. Hope this helps I am 58 and can no longer walk very far or long. If you are on a Disney property you can ride right on the buses and they also are portable units you can take apart to put in cars if you're driving. Some other hotels we were looking at that say they have a free shuttle to the parks may not be accessible to ride on and you would have to take the scooter apart to get on it. Hope this helps.

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Aug 26, 2019 at 8:18 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Thanks for the hopful tip, Rachel!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 29, 2019 at 10:06 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi there!

We highly recommend an ECV rental! We've done it with Grandma Frog, who is in a similar situation - long lines and walking long distances just aren't feasible for her. Every park offers some sort of ECV rental, and you can then park at any rides you'd like to hop on. It also gives you a seating option anywhere you go (for parades, fireworks, etc.). This worked like a dream for Grandma Frog! We found it REALLY useful and highly recommend! The only downside is that you may pick up some tadpole hitchhikers ;)

Hoppy planning - and hoppy birthday!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 7, 2019 at 4:06 a.m.
Jan Says...

Visiting Mid August with 6 yrs old son and 54 yr old mom. Definitely visiting Magic Kingdom and Islands’s of Adventure at Universal but cant decide on a third Park. Help pls

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Jul 8, 2019 at 12:04 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jan!

What sorts of things is your tadpole into? Animal Kingdom may be a good one!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 2, 2019 at 5:59 p.m.
Yukita Boone Says...

My family and i are visiting Orlando the end of July. My husband and I, 18 year old daughter, 14 year old daughter , 5 year old son (yeah... i know). We are not big on big coaster but will do small ones. Trying to figure out which 2 or three parks to visit. We will definitely do Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom but can’t decide on the third one.... if we should do a third one at all. I’m also looking for the most economical way to do all three.

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Jul 3, 2019 at 1:07 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Yukita!

We'd recommend Hollywood Studios as your third park. You'll get to enjoy Slinky Dog Dash and Toy Story Land with the whole gang and Tower of Terror and Rock 'n' Rollercoaster for your bigger tadpoles. If you have some Star Wars fans, you'll be able to see Galaxy's Edge from Slinky Dog, and you can take a ride on Star Tours! From a cost perspective, a Base Ticket will be your best bet. Hollywood Studios can be a half day park, which leaves you with a couple of options. If you think your fam will enjoy hitting either Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom a second time, you can use your entire third day at one of those parks. Or, you can use a half day at Hollywood Studios and use the rest of your day to see some of the resorts, hang by the pool, or hit Disney Springs. Have a frogtastic time!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 23, 2019 at 10:54 p.m.
RP Says...

Travelling in July with 6 and 8 years old. Not into roller coasters. Want to do only Disney but unable to decide which parks besides Magic kingdom can we cover in 3-4 days. Please help !

Also booking hotel thru price line, but do not see any special ticket offers or any other specials. Any suggestions?

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Jun 24, 2019 at 1:01 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi RP,

It really depends on what they're into! If they like animals, we'd recommend a visit to Animal Kingdom. Hollywood Studios has a few thrill rides, but if they like Disney Junior Pals, Star Wars or Toy Story, they may still enjoy Jedi training, Toy Story Mania!, Alien Swirling Saucers and meeting the characters there. Epcot has a few family friendly rides, as well. We have discounted hotel prices that you can find here.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 19, 2019 at 1:01 p.m.
Vanessa Says...

I’m planning to take my husband to either Epcot or Universal. He is an introvert which will be a game

changer. For someone’s first time as an adult (we like to drink too) what would best fit him? Would it help to go to a park first thing in the morning, take a break, and go back at night? Thank you!

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Jun 19, 2019 at 12:22 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Vanessa,

It really depends on what you both would like to do! If he likes going on rides, I'd suggest either of the Universal parks. But if you're leaning towards trying out new foods and drinks, Epcot is certainly the place to go. Your plan for a midday break sounds great! Crowds are often at the highest during the afternoon.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 13, 2019 at 2:46 p.m.
Jannette Says...

I am going to Disney with my family and I am wondering what park would be best for a 2 year old boy and 12 year old girl. The 12 year old loves rollercoasters but I want both kids to be able to enjoy the whole experience. We are planning on magic kingdom but unsure of the second day choice.

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Jul 10, 2019 at 6:07 p.m.
Tabitha Says...

I’m not an expert by any means and I don’t mean to be a negative Nancy. I just want to give you a heads up so you have the best vacation possible and this is only my opinion and to each his own. My family and I went to MK for the 1st time 6 years ago (daughter 3, son 9). I was so excited and I literally cried out of frustration and disappointment (btw not a crier),lol. It was the worst, we were so disappointed and miserable. Even the ice cream cart pushers that wear big goofy gloves looked sad and depressed. A true waste of a day there, Everything just fell flat. Disney commercials are completely misleading. (1)There are no Disney characters/princesses frolicking around giving hugs to happy little tadpoles, you have to wait in a line for EVERYONE. (2) (I’m still peeved at this one) you can NOT even go into the castle, oh there’s a little princess salon, but the entrance is blocked with a painted mural. (3)three different occasions we waited (for a long time) at the stage for a character show and every single time they were cancelled due to a “storm” that was 5-10 MILES AWAY, with not a single cloud in the sky anywhere near the park. (4) no great rides, more for little kids (unless they have updated). It’s going to be hot as heck, so bring fans and frozen water bottles. If you want thrill, head to Universal Adventures. Animal kingdom is awesome for Animals,atmosphere, shows and a few of the rides, it’s hands down our favorite place to visit. Again, sorry about being negative, I just don’t want others to be blind sided like we were

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Jun 18, 2019 at 12:49 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jannette,

My vote would be Disney's Animal Kingdom or Disney's Hollywood Studios. There is a coaster in both and plenty for both kids!

Keep hopping!

Leap

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May 13, 2019 at 3:14 p.m.
Kara Says...

Hi There,

We are coming next week to Disney...spending a full day at Magic Kingdom and then splitting our second day between Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Which park would you suggest we do first and about how much time would we need at each park? Does one park have a better fireworks show than the other?

My girls are 7 and 5 and don't huge rollercoaster fans, so not sure if that factors in...

Thank you SO much for your advice!

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May 13, 2019 at 1:26 p.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kara!

Epcot is a great park for tadpoles! You can meet Anna and Elsa, Baymax, Joy and Sadness, visit the aquarium (as well as riding along with Nemo) and ride Frozen Ever After. We'd allot more time here to explore. Hollywood Studios is wonderful, but if your girls aren't into thrills, there may not be as much available to them. There's Tower of Terror, Rock 'n' Rollercoaster, Star Tours, and of course, the new Toy Story rides! We'd hit Hollywood Studios first and aim for a FastPass for Slinky if you think the girls will be into it, wait for Alien Swirling Saucers, then hop over to Epcot depending on their interests. We'd estimate about two hours at Hollywood Studios if this is the plan, then longer at Epcot (we've found this can really vary depending on what fun we find :) ) The Epcot fireworks show is coming to an end soon, and is pretty well-loved; the new projection show at Hollywood Studios does not include fireworks, but is neat as well. We are sure others in the Frog Pond will weigh in, as well. Have a frogtastic trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Apr 14, 2019 at 4:48 a.m.
Karla Says...

Hi there we will planning a trip out to Orlando in July. What parks do you recommend for 2 boys: 9 year and 3 year old. We will be doing the 4 day hopper. Thanks in advance!

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Apr 7, 2019 at 4:22 p.m.
Karen Nonis Says...

Planning on coming to Disney world early October. Have a large party of 10 (6 adults and 4 children ages 14,12 and 6. Can you suggest the best hotel and parks that everyone would enjoy.

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Apr 8, 2019 at 9:15 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi Karen!

You can't go wrong with either Disney or Universal! We highly recommend staying at a Universal property that offers Unlimited Express pass as an added benefit. You can read more about that here. Likewise, staying on a Disney property (or good neighbor hotel) offers many benefits, as well! You can read about those here. You might consider a split stay depending on which parks you'd like to visit.

Have a frogtastic trip!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Mar 6, 2019 at 8:44 a.m.
R Says...

Hi,

I and my husband are planning for our honeymoon and we hav got 3 days in Orlando which theme parks wud you suggest for us or kennedy space center on one of the days or 3 days full theme parks? cz we both love adventure

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Mar 6, 2019 at 9:28 a.m.
FrogBlog Says...

Hi R!

Congratulations! Orlando is a frogtastic place for a Honeymoon. Which theme parks you'd like to visit will depend largely on your interests (and like you said, Kennedy Space Center is also a quick drive away if it interests you. If you are Harry Potter fans, Universal Studios is a great option. If you'd like to experience Disney, each of their four parks has something special to offer. We suggest you start here for some hopful touring plans to meet your needs.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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