The 10 Disney World secret tricks that every fan needs to know
BEFORE you head to Disney World on your well-deserved holiday, you need to brush up on some of the secret tricks of the theme park.
has compiled a list of hacks and secrets for you to explore on your next visit.
- Find the hidden phones in the Magic Kingdom lands
Ever wanted to have a chat with your favourite Disney character?
Whilst you might not be able to talk back, if you locate the old-fashioned, hand-cranked telephone inside The Chapeau on Main Street in Magic Kingdom you can listen in to a secret conversation.
- The only place to meet The Beast is at the Be Our Guest restaurant
Ever wondered what it would be like to meet the Beast?
Well, there's no need to use your imagination, if you dine at the Be Our Guest restaurant, you can say hello to the friendliest Beast in the Disney-sphere.
It’s important to book in advance as reservations at the Be Our Guest restaurant open 60 days in advance and is almost always fully booked on the day, so make sure you don’t miss out.
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- It’s impossible to take a bad photo at Disney World
According to rumours, all castles are designed to face south so the sun can never ruin your photo.
Whether you go at golden hour or early hours of the morning, you don’t have to be a professional to get the perfect photo.
- Can you find all the hidden Mickeys?
There are rumoured to be over 1000 Mickeys hidden throughout the entire Disney World - including in the parks and hotels.
If you’re looking for a fun challenge or simply love a treasure hunt like Captain Hook, it can be a great game for you and your family to locate as many as possible.
Nobody truly knows how many hidden Mickeys there are as there is no official list and new Mickeys are added all the time as new attractions and sites are built.
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- This is the exact time you can catch the animals being fed at Animal Kingdom Lodge…
Whether you’re staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, having dinner there or just visiting, you can have the incredible experience of seeing the animals being fed.
Make sure you’re there between 4pm and 5pm, this is when the animals get their evening meal and will be in the area.
- Pull on the rope in the Indiana Jones queue at Hollywood Studios for a surprise!
We all know that queuing can be a bit tedious but the rides at Walt Disney World have some incredible theming and the queue is no exception so look out for interactive elements to keep you entertained.
Whilst you’re in line for the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, look out for a rope and a sign which says “Do NOT pull”.
You don’t have to worry about stopping your kids from pulling the rope or resisting temptation yourself but don’t be frightened when you hear the voice of an archaeologist ‘stuck’ at the bottom of the well!!
- Take home your own personalised fan when you visit the China pavilion in Epcot
At the China pavilion in Epcot, you can purchase a fan and have it personalised in Chinese for free - the perfect keepsake or gift for a loved one.
- If it’s your birthday, tell Guest Services – you’ll be in for a treat!
You can pick up a birthday celebration button from the front desk and this lets everyone know that it’s your special day.
Get lots of birthday wishes as you walk through the park and plenty of freebies along the way.
- There are hidden animal exhibits everywhere in Animal Kingdom
If you love to explore and seek out adventure, then this secret is for you. Take yourself and your family on a self-guided animal tour.
There are many hidden animal exhibits tucked away across the park, waiting to be discovered. Say hello to the hippos, and mingle with the meerkats, there is lots to see. We recommend the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, located at the exit of Kilimanjaro Safaris.
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- Make Snow White appear with this queuing hack…
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Another secret queuing hack we love is the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train trick!
Watch out for the seven rotating barrels- if you’re able to get them spinning at the same time then you’ll be mesmerised as a projection of Snow White will dance across the ceiling.
