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Backstage Tours and Experiences • Walt Disney World

Want to experience a different side of the Walt Disney World Resort? A variety of unique Backstage Tours and Experiences are available. Reservations are required for most tours. Unless noted otherwise, tours can be reserved 60 days in advance with a credit card. Full payment is due at the time of booking . Cancellation must occur 48 hours in advance so you avoid forfeiting the entire price of your tour. Park admission is also required for most, but not all tours. A photo ID will usually be required when checking in. Many tours have a small number of guests touring each day, so book early to get the date you desire. Photographs are prohibited in backstage areas. Use the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app for reservations, unless otherwise noted.

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Magic Kingdom Backstage Tours and Experiences

Disney’s keys to the kingdom tour.

Highlights the fascinating history of Walt Disney World Resort and also provides backstage access to secret areas of Magic Kingdom theme park. Includes stops at backstage facilities and a variety of favorite attractions, plus a trip below Magic Kingdom theme park into the service tunnels known as the Utilidors. Guests will be provided with Disney-issued listening devices.

Days & Times: 4 tours daily at 8:00 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am and 9:30 am

Duration: 4.5 – 5 hours

Price Range: $129-$149 per person, plus tax; includes lunch at Pecos Bill.

Park Admission: Required but not included

Restrictions: Ages 16 and up. Photo ID required. Also, cameras, video equipment and cell phones may not be used throughout the duration of this tour. Photography is prohibited during the tour–even in the park.

Starting Location: Report to Town Square Theater 15 minutes prior. Walking tour is primarily outdoors.

Discounts: Disney Visa (15%), DVC (15%), Annual Pass (15%)

To Reserve: Use the My Disney Experience app or Walt Disney World website. Same-day bookings are on a walk-up basis only, based on availability.

EPCOT Backstage Tours and Experiences

Epcot dive quest.

Description: A unique scuba diving experience inside the 5.7-million-gallon saltwater tank at the Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion in EPCOT theme park. Scuba-certified Guests can swim with over 2,000 sea creatures, including sea turtles, angelfish, dolphins, eagle rays, and sharks. All diving equipment is provided. Please bring a swimsuit and, if you wish, bring your own dive mask, particularly if you have a prescription mask.

Days & Times: Daily at 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm

Duration: 3 hours, of which 40 minutes are underwater

Price Range: $229-$249 per person, plus tax

Park Admission: Not Required (or included)

Restrictions: All Guests must be SCUBA-certified and 10 years of age or older to participate. However, guests 10 to 16 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 years of age or older). You will need to provide proof of certification, such as a C-card or verification from a certifying agency.

Starting Location: Report to EPCOT Guest Relations window outside of the park main entrance 15 minutes prior

To Reserve: Use the My Disney Experience app or Walt Disney World website.

Dolphins in Depth

Guests can learn about and get up close with a school of dolphins at The Seas with Nemo & Friend s Pavilion. First, talk to the expert trainers and researchers who work with dolphins every day. The tour concludes with a very special opportunity for an up-close interaction with a dolphin which is also perfect for pictures. Although not required, please bring a bathing suit if you wish to enter the water. You do not need to swim or be scuba certified to enjoy this program. This experience is limited to 8 participants a day.

Days & Times: Tuesday through Saturday at 10:30 am

Duration: 2 hours

Price Range: $209 per person, plus tax

Restrictions: Guests must be 48″ tall, however guests under the age of 18 years must have a parent or guardian along with them on the tour.

Starting Location: Report to EPCOT Guest Relations window outside of the park main entrance at 9:30 am

Behind the Seeds at EPCOT

See the future of agriculture in greenhouses and labs, release ladybugs and also learn the advanced and often experimental techniques used to grow hydroponic crops with little or no soil. You can preview this tour on the Living with the Land attraction. If you like what you see as your boat cruises through the greenhouse, you will love this tour. Due to the backstage locations visited on this tour, videotaping is allowed. Read a first-hand report about this tour on our blog . See a special souvenir you can take home from this tour!

Days & Times: Daily from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, departing every 60 minutes.

Duration: 1 hour

Price Range: $39-$45 per Guest (ages 3+), plus tax

Restrictions: Ages 3 and up however children must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Starting Location: Report to the tour desk on the lower level of the Land pavilion (near Soarin’) prior to your tour. Walking tour is indoors.

Animal Kingdom Park Backstage Tours and Experiences

Wild africa trek.

Wild Africa Trek is an immersive experience offering a unique opportunity to enjoy unexplored areas of the Harambe Reserve while experiencing with intriguing African wildlife. Trained guides lead expeditions in the Safi River valley, using harnesses to cross precarious rope bridges. Embark on an exclusive safari, including a stop at a private safari camp while traveling along the edge of an African savannah. Guests use a wireless headset to hear the guide at all times. Cameras and video cameras are permitted when securely fastened to the vest, but backpacks are not allowed. A portion of the Tour price is also donated to the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund.

Days & Times: Daily at select times during the morning and early afternoon. 12 spaces are available for each tour. Approximate times are 8:45 am, 10:15 am, 11:45 am, and 12:30 pm.

Duration: 3 hours

Price Range: $219 per person, plus tax; includes African-inspired snacks and photographs

Restrictions:

Ages 8 and up (however under 18 must be accompanied by an adult); Weight restrictions between 45 lbs – 300 lbs apply with harness gear on; Minimum Height 48″/122 cm. Guests will be required to step on scale prior to harness issue. Also, certain body shapes may prevent the safety harness from fitting properly. Closed-toe shoes with a back strap or hiking boots required due to the rugged terrain on the tour.

Everyone on the tour must wear the provided safety equipment. The Wild Africa Trek is an outdoor adventure that requires physical endurance, surefootedness, and comfort with heights. Guests must be in good health and free from conditions aggravated by this adventure, such as high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, and motion sickness. Waivers must be completed at check-in for all participants.

Guests seeking a less strenuous or wheelchair-accessible trek should contact Wild Africa Trek operations at (407) 938-1373 for alternative programs. The guide will accompany you for the first 90 minutes on the Pangani Trail, providing information, showing photos, and highlighting special events. Guests on the restricted tour then join the regular tour on the safari truck and continue with the remainder of the tour. The price is the same for either version of the tour.

Starting Location: Check in at the Curiosity Animal Tours kiosk, located across from Kilimanjaro Safaris entrance approximately 15 minutes prior to tour start.

Discounts: Disney Visa (15%), DVC (15%), Annual Pass (15%) (all discounts might not be available for all tours)

Caring for Giants Tour

Get a closer look at the majestic African elephants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom—and learn what it takes to care for them.

During this tour, you’ll meet with dedicated animal specialists who provide for the care and wellness of the African elephant herd. They’ll give you a glimpse into their day-to-day responsibilities as they provide fascinating facts about the elephants. In addition, African cultural representatives will share stories of Disney’s conservation efforts dedicated to the preservation of wild populations. During the tour, Guests will be able to observe the elephants from approximately 80 to 100 feet away. You’ll have the opportunity to be closer to the elephants than you would during other in-park experiences.

This is primarily an outdoor tour. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

Days & Times: Daily from 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm

Duration:  approximately 1 hour

Price Range: $39 per person plus tax

Park Admission:  Required but not included

Restrictions: Ages 4 and up. Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a participating adult (18 years of age or older).

Starting Location:  Check in at the Curiosity Animal Tours kiosk, located across from Kilimanjaro Safaris entrance approximately 15 minutes prior to tour start.

Up Close with Rhinos Tour

Get ready for your close-up with the white rhinoceros. In this guided adventure, the rhinos’ keepers will take you backstage to meet these massive creatures as few people ever do. As your guides introduce you to the park’s white rhinos, they’ll offer fascinating insights into the species’ behavior and biology and discuss the challenges that threaten populations in the wild.

Days & Times: Daily at 11:00 a.m.

Price Range: $49 per person plus tax

Savor the Savanna

Excite all your senses with a private tour and experience, starting with a secluded overlook of the Harambe Wildlife Reserve, including a sampling of African-inspired cuisine and drink.

Days & Times: Daily at 3:15 pm and 4:30 pm

Duration: approximately 2 hour

Price Range: $189 per person plus tax

Restrictions: Ages 8 and up. Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a participating adult (18 years of age or older).

Disney Springs Tours

Drawn to life page to stage signature experience.

Enjoy even more magic at Drawn to Life with the Page to Stage Signature Experience. Go behind the scenes of this one-of-a-kind collaboration between Cirque du Soleil and Disney Animation. You’ll watch the performance from your premium seat location with a non-alcoholic beverage and a snack of your choice. Afterwards, your host will take you on a guided backstage tour for an up close and personal look at show props, stagecraft, costumes, and more. This experience includes the chance to meet a Drawn to Life performer and capture a photo, and you’ll take home a unique souvenir keepsake. Tickets are subject to taxes and fees. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Subject to availability.

Days & Times: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sunday – Available only on late performances

Price Range: $258 per person plus tax

Park Admission: No park admission is needed. The price includes a ticket to Drawn to Life.

Starting Location: Check in with your host upon arrival.

Discounts: None at this time.

To Reserve: Visit the Cirque du Soleil ticket page .

Multi-Park Backstage Tours and Experiences

Vip guided tour services.

VIP Tour Services offers personalized tours for up to 10 guests looking for the perfect Walt Disney World Resort vacation. During a VIP tour, from the moment you arrive your personal VIP guide is there to take care of everything—from creating your ideal itinerary to getting you the best seats in the house for live shows, parades, and nighttime spectaculars. During your time with your guide, your focus is only on enjoying the experience.

Days & Times: Any time of day, 7 hours prior to park closing.

Duration: Minimum of 7 hours or more

Price Range: $450 to $900 per hour, plus tax (depending upon the time of year and whether the guest is staying at a Disney resort or non-Disney resort hotel). Private transportation is available during the tour at an additional cost. Hefty cancellation fees apply (equivalent to 2 hours at the booked rate).

Location: Available for Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom and Epcot

To Reserve: Call (407) 560-4033 up to 60 days in advance. Must be reserved at least 72 hours in advance.

Resort Backstage Tours and Experiences

Wilderness back trail (segway) adventure.

See the stunning surroundings of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort along backwooded trails on a Segway X2 Personal Transporter. Various terrains are encountered such as sand and wood chip paths as well as various wildlife. Training is provided before the tour and helmets are provided. Mid-tour there is also a stop at the Tri-Circle D Ranch. Also, guests should bring cameras. Class size is limited to 10 guests, so book early to ensure availability.

Days & Times: Tues – Sat at 8:30 am. No Disney transportation is provided for the 8:30 am tour.

Price Range: $90 per person, plus tax; includes bottled water.

Park Admission: Not Required

Restrictions: Ages 16 and up. Photo ID required. Weight must be between 100-250 pounds. The signature of parent/guardian also required for ages 16 and 17. Expectant mothers and also those with special needs should forego this tour or check regarding additional restrictions. Helmets provided and required. Flip-flops, sandals, or rocker/exercise-type shoes (e.g., Skechers Shape-Ups) will not be permitted as these are not compatible with the Segway.

Starting Location: Report to Meadows Bike Barn in Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground 15 minutes prior. The tour is both indoors & outdoors.

Discounts: DVC (15%), Disney Visa, Annual Passholders (15%)

Starlight Safari at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Description: During your safari, join an Animal Programs cast member on an hour-long safari of the Sunset Savanna at Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas. Through the use of night vision goggles, guests will see the animals while enjoying the resort in a whole new way.

Days & Times: Daily at 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm

Price Range: $75.65-$89 per person.

Park Admission: Not applicable

Restrictions: Ages 8 and up.

Starting Location: Kidani Village

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Disney World Backstage Tours

Ever wanted to know what exactly goes on behind some of those restricted area gates that are found throughout WDW?  Disney World's Backstage Tours are a great way to find out!  Giving you detailed access behind the scenes in and around the four parks, these tours are a great way to see a part of Disney not readily available to the regular park-going masses.  Being Disney enthusiasts, we've stockpiled our best info on how to get the lesser-known info at your very own tour!

Among the tours Disney offers are the Backstage Magic (7 hours behind the magic at the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Epcot) and Backstage Safari (a three hour tour of the Animal Kingdom) as well as Segway tours of Epcot and Fort Wilderness.  You might choose to get up close and personal with Epcot marine life in three separate tours, or choose to get into a holiday mood with a seasonal tour.

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PHOTOS: Disney World Brings Back Select Behind-the-Scenes Tours!

Ever wondered about all the cool stuff Disney does behind the scenes ?

Well, one way to enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the parks is going on a special tour and today, some of those tours returned to Disney World ! While not all of Disney’s tours are worth the price , these are some real winners.

Today, Disney World brought back five of their iconic behind-the-scenes tours! Here are the tours that started back up today:

• Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour
• Caring for Giants
• Wild Africa Trek
• Up Close with Rhinos
• Savor the Savanna

Most of these are at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with four out of the five returning tours taking place at the park. Let’s dive in and take a look at each of them!

First up is Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour ! This 5-hour Magic Kingdom tour is one of the most popular events for a reason.  Besides learning the secret history behind classic rides and getting priority ride boarding, you also get to see the Cast Member Utilidors , the secret system of tunnels under the park.

Next up is the Wild Africa Trek , which gets you a behind-the-scenes look at Kilimanjaro Safari, with the opportunity to see the park’s giraffes, rhinos, hippos, and crocodiles up close and personal! A meal is also provided during this tour.

If you only want to see the chubby unicorns of the park, you can go on the Up Close with Rhinos tour! This one is pretty self-explanatory, but you get up close and personal with the rhinos.

Savor the Savanna is another one of the offerings coming back today and is a bit on the simpler side! This event comes with a premium meal and views of Kilimanjaro Safari from a special venue inside the attraction.

Finally, there’s Caring for Giants , which we actually went on today! First, we checked in at the Animal Tours Kiosk near Kilimanjaro Safaris and got ready for the tour!

Caring for Giants is all about Animal Kingdom’s majestic elephants, which you get to see up close and personal from a special viewing area (it’s the same one Cast Members use to check in on the elephants during the day!).

It was such a beautiful, informative tour and we had a blast!

We’re super excited to have some of Disney World’s awesome tours back! We’ll keep you posted as more tours return, so stay tuned for the latest news!

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I’m doing an 8am Keys to the Kingdom tour in about a week when Magic Kingdom normal opening time is 9a. Do you think the Monorail is normally operating early enough to get to the park in time?

That sounds like so much fun, Caitlin! According to Disney’s website, the Monorail does not start running until 30 minutes before Magic Kingdom opens so that would be 8:30.

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• Theme park admission is required, but not included in the price of this tour. Theme park reservations are also required.
• You’ll be on your feet for the whole hour of this walking tour. With that in mind, make sure you wear comfortable shoes.
• Riding Living with the Land prior to the tour will give you a preview of what to expect. Please be aware that the tour highlights listed above are subject to change.
• Please check in 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour at the lower level of The Land Pavilion near the attraction exit.
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The Backstage Magic Tour: What You Need to Know

Have you ever wondered how certain attractions work? Or wanted to get a peek at how Disney creates the magic behind the scenes? Whether you are a newbie or Walt Disney World expert, there is something for everyone on the very special Backstage Magic Tour. This seven-hour long tour is perfect for those who want to receive an up-close look at the artistry, technology, engineering, and backstage secrets that are behind the magic of Walt Disney World. We recently enjoyed this tour. Catch all the details below.

1 – The Basics

The Backstage Magic Tour, operated by Adventures by Disney, is a one of a kind experience where guests go “backstage” and get a glimpse at what goes into creating the magic. The cost is $275 per person, though a table service lunch is included in the price. Bottled water is also included on the tour. There is no price discount for children since guests need to be twelve and over to experience the tour. The tour is seven hours and guests should expect to stand during most of the tour. The tour can accommodate ECVs and wheelchairs; however, be sure to mention you have a mobility device when you make your reservation. There is a strict no photos policy when you are backstage. You will check in at Epcot and be returned there when the tour concludes. Since you will not be riding any attractions, park admission to Epcot and Magic Kingdom is not required. Per the Disney website, note that the tour is provided in English only. Simultaneous translation is not provided, nor is it allowed.

2 – The American Adventure

After checking in at Epcot, you will board a motor coach and drive to The American Adventure. World Showcase is closed to guests at this time, so you will see lots of Cast Members working to ensure the area is all set for guests when it does open at 11:00 am. We learned about the history of Walt Disney World—from Walt’s vision for Disney World to Roy Disney overseeing construction and making sure his brother’s vision became a reality. We also learned about how Epcot became the theme park it is today, instead of the living community that Walt envisioned.

Standing outside of The American Adventure, we learned about the tricks of forced perspective used by Imagineers to make a five-story building appear to be a three-story building. Inside, we learned secrets about the rotunda (it is not as round as you think), and how Imagineers hide functional aspects of a space behind certain decorations. We were told over and over, how every detail has a purpose. Pieter, one of our guides, said it best when he said, “Magic happens in the details.”

Finally, we were brought behind the curtain and learned how the show operated. When created, the show system was very technologically advanced for the late 1970s. We were surprised to learn that the system used to operate the show components is still run with the large computers for the era (like you see in Spaceship Earth). When asked about it, they said, “If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it!” The Audio-Animatronics were the most complex at the time, and it was great to see Ben Franklin up close! If you’re a fan of Epcot and The American Adventure, you’ll really enjoy this portion of the tour.

3 – Creative Costuming

Our next stop was Creative Costuming. When traveling from Epcot to this building, we were treated to more history and facts about the Walt Disney World Resort. You will learn a lot about the resort during this tour! The costuming department was very cool to visit. We were taken through the process of how costumes come to be. We learned about the differences between front line costumes, costumes for entertainment performers, and finally, costumes for audio-animatronics. It’s a fascinating process, and the database that is used for tracking costumes is impressive. We were also able to see Cast Members in the process of sewing costumes and had a photo opportunity for a keepsake.

4 – Textiles

After that, we headed to the Textile Services, which is a huge 200,000 square feet building. While visiting a laundry facility sounds like it wouldn’t be interesting, this laundry facility is like none you’ve ever seen. The system used to launder items used at the Walt Disney World Resort is amazing. The washers wash 150 pounds of laundry at a time, and the dryers dry 300 pounds at a time. We also saw the folding process. This facility alone cleans 2.5 million pounds of laundry every week, which is about 30,000 resort rooms! There are four plants on the property. The facility we visited was for the Deluxe resorts, the water parks, and all of the pool towels. We ended our visit with a unique photo opportunity! It was a fascinating part of our tour.

5 – Lunch at Whispering Canyon Café

Next, we traveled to Wilderness Lodge for lunch at Whispering Canyon Café. We had a little over an hour to enjoy the family-style barbeque lunch. Lunch here is always great. At this point in the tour, we had been standing all morning, so it was nice to sit down and relax. I sat at the table with Amber, one of the tour guides, so I was also treated to more fascinating facts and secrets!

6 – Central Shops

After lunch, we traveled to the Central Shops building where Imagineering builds and maintains props, ride vehicles, etc. On our way, we passed the building that houses the locomotive trains on the bottom, and the monorails on the top. Our guide said it perfectly when he shared, “We build our future on top of our past, but both remain important to us.”

The Central Shops building was the highlight for many on the tour. It was a very cool place to visit. We learned that the shop can build items from scratch but spend most of their time on maintenance. They usually have up to 3,000 orders a day to complete. We learned about preventative, corrective, and cyclical maintenance performed on ride vehicles and auto-animatronics. We saw carousel horses, a Big Thunder Mountain train, Expedition Everest wheels and lap bars, a giraffe from the Jungle Cruise, and more. We learned about the molding process used for skins for auto-animatronics and got a chance to touch the material!

Finally, we had a chance to see in action the first auto-animatronic—a bird from The Enchanted Tiki Room from Disneyland. We learned about the history of the auto-animatronics and how complex they are today.  We ended with a photo opportunity-standing in front of the large polar bear that was once in The Maelstrom attraction at the Norway Pavilion.

7 – The Utilidors of Magic Kingdom Park

Our last stop of the tour was at Magic Kingdom where we had a chance to walk the famous “utilidors” under Magic Kingdom. This part of the tour was my favorite because it was my first chance to walk these halls and it was so cool. We learned about how Magic Kingdom was built and why the utilidors were necessary. There are 1.5 miles of tunnels, using 9 acres of space underneath the Magic Kingdom Park. There has never been an expansion of the original utilidors. We learned more secrets behind the magic during this time, but we won’t spoil it for you! This part of the tour will be a highlight for many, and perhaps worth the cost of the tour itself!

8 – Back to Epcot

After exploring the utilidors, we headed back to Epcot. As part of the tour, you’ll receive a card that has a unique code so you can access the photos that were taken on the tour. You’ll also receive a unique Disney trading pin for your tour. These also get changed from time to time, so you’ll have a special one of a kind souvenir for your time on the tour.

9 – Future Changes in the Works

While the Backstage Magic Tour has been offered for years, the tour itself changes about every one to one and a half years. The next change will occur in June. In place of the Textiles plant, guests will have a chance to visit the backstage area of The Rivers of Light Show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The lunch venue is also changing to be served at Tiffins, which as a signature dining location, is very exciting. Beyond those changes, you’ll likely learn something new during every tour. The tour guides, who are absolutely amazing, are always learning new tidbits and are happy to share them with their groups. So, if you have been on the tour before, you may want to consider signing up again!

10 – Will it Ruin the Magic?

One question that guests ask when considering taking the tour is whether or not it will ruin the magic. It’s a question worth pondering. The tour guides asked us this question at the end of the tour, and not one person raised their hand saying the magic was ruined. I felt that by learning how much time and effort goes into the smallest detail, I came away from the tour with a greater appreciation for the parks and Disney Cast Members. I don’t’ feel magic was lost; in fact, I would say the magic is more special to me because I know how much care went into creating it for guests. We do encourage everyone to try to do this tour at least once. We think you’ll walk away with more love for this amazing company and place. For reservations call (407) WDW-TOUR/(407) 939-8687.

Editor’s Note: The Disney Company provided us with a complimentary pass to the Backstage Magic Tour. However, as always, the thoughts and opinions contained in this article are entirely our own.

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Posted by: Caitlin Kane June 25, 2015

Walt Disney World is a truly massive vacation destination, boasting four theme parks, two water parks, endless dining options, Disney Springs, and dozens of resorts. To make all of these places run seamlessly, a massive operation occurs backstage each day unbeknownst to guests. Part of the Disney magic is wondering “how did they do that?” but more magic can be discovered with unique looks backstage to see how it is all done. The best ways to venture backstage and check out the magic that happens there is to take a tour offered by Disney. While each tour costs a fee in addition to theme park admission, they are well worth the money! Here are the ten best tours to take for behind the scenes looks at Walt Disney World .

10. Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour –

This five hour long tour takes guests behind the scenes for an in depth look at the Magic Kingdom . A knowledgeable tour guide shares endless facts about the history and day to day operations of the park and is able to answer any questions that guests might have. Throughout the tour guests get to experience behind the scenes looks at several attractions, a quick service lunch usually at Columbia Harbor House, and a coveted glimpse of the Utilidor underground tunnels!

9. Behind the Seeds –

This tour is located in Epcot’s The Land pavilion and takes guests backstage in the greenhouses to see how day to day operations there occur. Featuring interactive components like tasting, smelling, and releasing butterflies, this tour is a must do for anyone interested in gardening or growing their own food!

8. Wild Africa Trek –

For fans of Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Kilimanjaro Safaris, this is the ultimate behind the scenes glimpse of the savannah and beyond. Featuring a daring ropes course over rickety bridges suspended high above crocodiles and hippos, a private safari through the reserve, lunch at an outpost, and a complimentary photographer documenting the adventure, guests are sure to love this wild journey!

7. Disney’s The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour –

For any guest who is a fan of the Walt Disney World Railroad, this is the perfect way to go behind the scenes and see just how the massive trains are maintained and run. Featuring a glimpse of the roundhouse, a ride on an antique freight train, and tons of historical facts along the way, this tour is a great opportunity to look backstage at how some of the magic happens.

6. The UnDISCOVERed Future World –

This four hour tour focuses exclusively on Epcot’s Future World and how it came to be from the original concept of Walt Disney. Guests are treated to exclusive behind the scenes looks in several pavilions as well as the wardrobe department. For Epcot fans, this is the best way to see backstage!

5. Disney’s Dolphins in Depth –

For an up close and personal encounter with the dolphins in The Seas with Nemo and Friends pavilion, look no further than this tour. Offering guess the chance to speak with trainers, view a training session, and wade into the water to interact with the dolphins, this behind the scenes look is a must do for any water lover!

4. Backstage Magic –

This is the ultimate tour for those guests looking for behind the scenes glimpses of Walt Disney World. Backstage Magic is seven hours long and boasts an impressive schedule that takes guests to all four parks and several other locations. Featuring backstage glimpses of The American Adventure, the Walt Disney World Nursery and Tree Farm, Central Shops, and lunch at Whispering Canyon Café, this tour is well worth the money!

3. Walt Disney: Marceline to Magic Kingdom Tour –

This walking tour of the Magic Kingdom is focused on the small details and history of the park and how it went from Walt Disney’s imagination to creation. With a special look at the history of the 1964 New York World’s Fair and how several attractions originated there, this is a great tour for those looking to learn a little more about the history of the park and Walt Disney himself.

2. Backstage Tales –

This behind the scenes tour is offered at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and gives guests a glimpse of how the many different species of animals there are cared for. Guests get to see animal housing areas, watch as meals are planned and prepared, and go backstage at the veterinary hospital. For any animal lover, this is a great behind the scenes looks at the magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

1. Disney’s Family Magic Tour –

For families looking to go behind the scenes together, this is the ultimate experience. The tour takes guests on a treasure hunt through the Magic Kingdom to collect clues in an interactive and fun way. Along the way, guests will learn interesting facts and history about the park and are sure to have a blast!

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At Walt Disney World Resort there is a lot to do- between the 4 parks, 2 water parks, and Disney Springs, the adventure truly awaits. But if you’re looking to kick it up a notch for your next trip, there are quite a few behind-the-scenes tours available for guests to explore the parks in a way they never have before!

Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour

Starting at $129 and up per person, the Keys to the Kingdom Tour is a 5-hour long behind-the-scenes tour of the Magic Kingdom. Guests will explore places like the Utilidor, a tunnel system located below the park. Other details of this tour include information regarding various attractions, an understanding of Walt’s ideas and visions, unique trivia, and more! Lunch is included with this tour as well as the opportunity to ride a couple of attractions. Guests will also go home with a keepsake item!

Wild Africa Trek

Animal Kingdom provides an exceptionally immersive experience with its Wild Africa Trek . This 3-hour guided tour brings guests on an excursion- starting on foot, you get to explore animal exhibits and cross bridges over crocodiles. This is followed up with a private safari truck excursion through the Harambe Reserve with a close-up view of the beautiful animals that live there. This unique experience truly showcases Disney’s conservation efforts while giving guests a fun opportunity. The tour is $219 per person and includes photos taken throughout as well as lunch!

EPCOT Seas Adventure- Dolphins in Depth

At the Seas with Nemo and Friends Pavilion, another adventure can be had- a 2-hour Dolphins in Depth experience! Guests will be able to learn about the dolphin program, which includes exploring the backstage area and talking to Disney’s dolphin experts. They’ll also have 30 minutes to interact with dolphins in the water- so bathing suits are required! This tour is $209 per person.

Caring for Giants

For $39 per person, Animal Kingdom offers a 60-minute observation of the African elephant herd. Led by a guide who provides knowledge of how these animals are cared for, guests will be able to view the elephants from 80 to 100 feet away! And if you’d prefer to see rhinos, a similar experience is available for $49 per person with Animal Kingdom’s white rhinos. Both of these tours are outdoor, so make sure to dress appropriately!

Behind the Seeds

Last but certainly not least is the Behind the Seeds tour at EPCOT . Located at the Land Pavilion, this tour dives deep into the agricultural advances shown throughout the Living with the Land attraction. For $39 to $45 per person, guests will go on a 60-minute walk through Disney’s greenhouses and fish farm, learning about the various gardening techniques used at Walt Disney World.

Other Tours

If none of these pique your interest, don’t worry- there are many more options offered by Walt Disney World Resort! From after-dark safaris to surfing sessions, there is something for everyone. And if you’re looking for something extra special Disney even offers Private VIP tours . These tours can span across multiple parks and multiple days, providing guests with a one-on-one experience and special Lightening Lane access to various attractions. These tours cost anywhere from $450 to $900 per hour, however.

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Epcot  – Explore the inner workings of The American Adventure, the patriotic Audio-Animatronics show located in the American Adventure pavilion.

Magic Kingdom Park   – Find hidden details on Main Street and then navigate the rarely-seen, legendary underground Utilidor tunnels and see how they enable the unseen transport of Cast Members, deliveries and more.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios    – Go behind-the-scenes to see how Disney Imagineers deliver hair-raising thrills on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and then visit Creative Costuming to see how Disney shows come to life.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park    – Come face-to-face with a Wild Africa Trek Guide learn more about what it takes to become a Guide.

Central Shops    – Meet the skilled craftsmen who make dreams come true, from the smallest landscaping details to the biggest set pieces.

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge  –  Enjoy a family-style barbecue lunch at Whispering Canyon Café that is included in your tour.

Walt Disney World Nursery & Tree Farm  – Dig up the details on how our horticulture experts create the unparalleled botanical beauty of Walt Disney World Resort.

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• Locations visited on the Backstage Magic tour are subject to change. Bus transportation and bottled water will be provided.
• For safety reasons, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes, such as sneakers, are required for this experience. No sandals, open-toe or open-heel shoes will be permitted.
• No cameras, video equipment or cell phones may be used while backstage. Photography is allowed and encouraged in non-backstage areas.
• Guests must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid photo ID.
• Please check in near the silver-and-blue “EPCOT GUIDED TOURS MEETING LOCATION” sign to the far right of the Main Entrance 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. You will forfeit the entire price of your tour if you no-show or cancel within 2 days of your reservation.

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Posted by: Sarah Chapman July 19, 2014

There are two types of Walt Disney World fans: those who don’t want to know anything about how it works because it might spoil the magic, and those who try every chance they get to peek behind the scenes to figure out how Disney creates the magic. I happen to fall in the second camp—I love to see how everything works at Walt Disney World from the special effects on the attractions to the daily costuming of thousands of employees. Here are 9 picks to draw back the curtain and see behind the scenes at Walt Disney World.

9. Exit at a crowded time

Chances are if you are trying to exit Main Street in Magic Kingdom on a crowded evening just after the fireworks end you might get a chance to see behind the scenes—for just a brief moment. One of the crowd control methods is to let people take a path that you enter near the Plaza restaurant and exit near the Chapeau to help alleviate the crush of traffic traveling down Main Street. While not terribly impressive you do get to see some of the backstage prep areas for Main Street.

8. Chef’s Table at Victoria & Alberts

Have you ever wondered how the Chefs at Walt Disney World come up with such delectable menus and prepare food for a busy dining room? If so, the Chef’s Table at Victoria and Albert’s can offer a nice behind-the-scenes glance at a working kitchen and some one-on-one time with one of Disney’s premiere Chefs. You will be treated to a multi-course feast for the senses designed just for you. This one doesn’t come cheap, but I’ve never heard anyone disappointed with their experience there.

7. Behind the Seeds Tour

This fun tour offers behind the scenes access to the greenhouses at the Land pavilion. For those who want to know more than what you learn on the boat ride about the agricultural research they conduct there, or the foods they are growing, this low cost tour is a great way to satisfy your green thumb’s curiosity (and it is open to all ages). Plus it’s kind-of cool to wave to the people on the boats from the other side (and you get to feed the fish). There is a fee for this tour, and advance reservations are recommended. If you want to know more check out this review: https://www.disneydining.com/behind-the-seeds-tour-review/

6. The Magic Behind Our Steam Trains Tour

If you are a railroad aficionado, or you just love the train at Walt Disney World this early morning tour is a wonderful way to learn the history and tradition of the railroad that started with Walt Disney himself. On the tour you get to enter an empty Main Street (on our tour we even saw the overnight maintenance work still going on) way before any other guests. Then you take a ride on the railroad where you get to see the roundhouse and maintenance bays for the railroad, along with inspecting the engine first hand. It is a pretty awesome experience that I recommend for train and Disney fans alike. Advance reservations are required for this tour, and an additional fee is charged—call 407-WDW-TOUR.

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5. Marceline to Magic Kingdom Tour

I highly recommend this tour to Disney fan . It is open to anyone ages 12 and up, and it gives a fun look at what makes the Magic Kingdom so magical and how it is based on the life and interests of Walt Disney himself. Your guide gives you behind the scenes information throughout your tour (including while you are on attractions), and at one point you get to see something so incredibly cool behind the scenes that I have to leave it a secret for you. Reservations are required for this tour also, along with a fee, call 407-WDW-TOUR. More information can be found in this review: https://www.disneydining.com/walt-disney-marceline-magic-kingdom-tour-review/

4. Dining with an Imagineer

This is one incredible experience. Offered at a couple of different locations and dining times, Dining with an Imagineer gives you face time with one of Disney’s creative team that works in the parks. Each meal is different, so your Imagineer and his or her specialty will vary, but they all have great behind the scenes stories and information about the parks. The meal is only offered on certain days of the week, and the size of the group is limited to keep the experience intimate—so be sure to book as early as possible. More details can be found in this review: https://www.disneydining.com/dining-with-an-imagineer/

3. Wild Africa Trek

This is another amazing experience for animal lovers. Set around the Kilimanjaro Safari attraction and the Harambe Wildlife Preserve, this trek takes you behind the scenes and into the actual animal habitats. A private safari vehicle takes you through the rest of the preserve stopping along the way to allow you to stand and take pictures. Throughout you journey an animal expert shares information about the animals and the measures taken by Animal Kingdom specialists to help preserve the various endangered species. The Trek also includes a delicious African “snack” right out on the savanna (where you can wave to the passing vehicles on the attraction), and a CD of all of the photos taken by your guides. This is another behind the scenes experience that I can highly recommend from experience. It does require reservations and an additional fee. For a more in depth look at the experience check out this article: https://www.disneydining.com/wild-african-trek-in-animal-kingdom/

2. Keys to the Kingdom Tour

Want to spend a morning in the Magic Kingdom with a private tour guide going behind the scenes to see all kinds of cool stuff including the legendary Utilidors? Sign me up! My husband and I did this tour on our anniversary trip a couple of years ago and it was a pretty amazing experience to see how several things work in the Magic Kingdom (and very neat to go into the Utilidors—even briefly). You also go on a couple of attractions where your guide gives you more behind the scenes information, and it includes lunch! Like most of the tours, an additional fee and advance reservations are required. More information can be found here: https://www.disneydining.com/?s=keys+to+the+kingdom

1. Backstage Magic Tour

This is one behind the scenes look that I have not been able to experience yet—but it is top on my list to take my son next year when he turns 16 (the minimum age for this tour). This 7 hour tour visits all four theme parks and lets you take a look behind the scenes at the amazing animatronics at the American Adventure in Epcot, the Utilidors at Magic Kingdom, and see how Tower of Terror creates its thrills at Hollywood Studios, plus a trip to costuming and central shops. Somewhere in there you fit in lunch at Wilderness Lodge. I can’t wait to go on this one! Again, reservations and a fee are required.

There you have it, 10 ways to get a peek behind the scenes at the magic of Walt Disney World. Do you prefer to let the magic happen, or would your rather know how it happens?

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The Backstage Magic Tour is a seven-hour guided experience offering behind-the-scenes access to Disney World attractions! Find out how Disney brings the MAGIC to life!

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Tour highlights include behind-the-scenes access to:

• The American Adventure attraction in Epcot
• The “ultilidor” tunnels constructed underneath Magic Kingdom
• The Costuming Department and Textile Services
• Central Shops (which includes stage set creation)

Lunch at Tiffins in Animal Kingdom is included with the tour, and each tour guest receives a commemorative gift.

Check-in takes place at Epcot. A silver and blue “Epcot Guided Tours Meeting Location” sign is located at the far right of the Epcot main entrance.

Backstage Magic takes place daily (with some exceptions during busy seasons) at 9:00 am.

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• Guests must be at least 12 years of age to participate.
• Bus transportation to the various points of the tour is provided.
• Bottled water is provided.
• Shoes with closed heels and toes are required for safety purposes.
• Photography is not allowed in backstage areas; however, it is permitted in non-backstage areas.
• Cancellations must be made at least 2 days in advance to avoid forfeiting the entire price of the tour.

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Olivia Rodrigo  made jaws drop while preforming on Tuesday evening.

The Vampire singer, 21 — who recently shared a behind-the-scenes look of life on tour — showed off her incredibly defined abs and cleavage while hitting the stage for her GUTS World Tour in Los Angeles . 

She oozed showbiz glamour in a sparkly silver bra paired with a matching skirt and fishnet leggings that showed off her endless legs. 

Her signature long brunette locks were let loose and styled in waves as they cascaded over her shoulders. 

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The High School Musical: The Musical: The Series star snap of photo of herself showing off the note as she flashed a heart gesture with her hand. 

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ANAHEIM, Calif -- If you are a fan of the "Descendants" and "Zombies" films from Disney Channel and want to experience the music on a whole new level, keep your eyes peeled because the cast is going on a world tour!

Summer of 2025, families and fans of all ages can dance, sing and engage with their favorite stars from the latest Disney releases.

On The Red Carpet caught up with the stars of "Descendants: Rise of Red" at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event to hear their thoughts on the reveal.

"It's been a long time since Disney's done a tour so I'm nervous but I'm excited and I think it's going to be a lot of fun," Ruby Rose Turner said.

Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Ruby Rose Turner and Morgan Dudley appeared in costume to perform a medley of songs at the Entertainment Showcase at D23.

"We're going to be doing this nightly which is kind of fun," Baker said.

"Basically, what we just did every night, for three months," Cantrall continued.

The arena tour marks a nostalgic return to global performances that combined Disney stars like Miley Cyrus with the Jonas Brothers.

Tickets "Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour" go on sale this November. For more details, visit www.descendantszombiestour.com

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Harrison Ford Accepts Disney Legends Award at D23: ‘I Love the Life You’ve Given Me’

Oscar nominee Harrison Ford has been officially declared a legend — a Disney Legend that is.

On Sunday at the D23 Expo, Ford was honored with the hall-of-fame-style award from the Walt Disney Company. Because Lucasfilm is owned by Disney, Ford’s most famous roles — like Han Solo from “Star Wars” and the adventuring archaeologist Indiana Jones — cement him as one of the studio’s most iconic actors. Next February, Ford continues his legendary run at the studio by starring in Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Brave New World” as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, the U.S. President who memorably transforms into Red Hulk.

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After a montage of Harrison’s most iconic work, Ford took the stage to an enthusiastic standing ovation. Referencing one of his most iconic “Star Wars” moments, he told the crowd, “I love you, too” (a more direct version of Han Solo’s famous response, “I know.”)

He continued, “I love the life you’ve given me. I love the people that I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Nobody does anything in this business for long. We work in collaboration, no matter what who we are and what we’re doing.”

Harrison Ford receives a standing ovation at the Disney Legends event during #D23 . https://t.co/u61lntm2MR pic.twitter.com/QZB5uTNlth — Variety (@Variety) August 12, 2024

Ford called himself an “assistant storyteller,” adding, “The stories are for you, about you, about us ,” Ford said as he choked back tears. “To be able to work in that area is a privilege.”

He went on to thank Iger personally, saying, “I’m acknowledging how important Bob has been in the work that I’ve done and in a creative and business capacity, and he’s also become a dear friend.”

The full class of 2024 honorees include Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood; “Black Panther” star and Oscar nominee Angela Bassett; the first Black Disney tour guide Martha Blanding; TV and film icon and Oscar winner James L. Brooks; “Avatar” mastermind and Oscar winner James Cameron; “Freaky Friday” star and Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis; Grammy winner and “Hannah Montana” star Miley Cyrus; comic book artist Steve Ditko; animator Mark Henn; Emmy-winning TV host Kelly Ripa; and Disney Imagineer executive Joe Rohde. The ceremony will stream on Disney+ in the U.S. and Canada, beginning on Aug. 12.

It’s far from the first time Ford has gotten emotional onstage; in fact, it’s become a bit of a lovely trend. In January, Ford got choked up while accepting the career achievement award from the Critics Choice Association.

“I’m here because of a combination of luck and the work of wonderful directors, writers and filmmakers. I feel enormously lucky,” Ford told the A-list crowd, looking visibly moved by their admiration and applause.

He grew more emotional as he thanked his wife, Calista Flockhart, who “supports me when I need a lot of support — and I need a lot of support.” Then, he saluted his co-stars, many of whom were sitting in the room, like “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” actor Ke Huy Quan. “I’m grateful to all the fine actors … I’ve worked with and I’m deeply happy to have had the opportunities that I’ve had.”

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