Hollywood Studios 101
Step into the spotlight at Disney's Hollywood Studios, where the magic of the silver screen comes to life! Hollywood Studios is split into
9 main areas: Hollywood Boulevard (the park's main entrance), Star Wars: Galaxy Edge, Grand Avenue, Echo Lake, Toy Story Land, Animation Courtyard, Pixar Plaza, Commissary Lane and Sunset Boulevard.
Here is a quick breakdown of what to find in Hollywood Studios:
Hollywood Boulevard:
This is the main entrance area to Hollywood Studios. Here you can find the lockers, wheelchair and stroller rentals, First Aid, Guest Services, as well as numerous shops and dining options. If you look straight ahead you’ll see the famous Chinese Theater, former home to The Great Movie Ride, now Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad. Check out some of the famous handprints on the sidewalk out front!
Echo Lake:
Hollywood Boulevard leads to Echo Lake – if you see the giant dinosaur you’re there! This area has the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!, Star Tours, The Frozen Singalong, an Olaf meetup and some shopping and dining options and our favorite Disney bar the 50s themed Tune-in Lounge. *Main Street 101 Fact - Did you know the dinosaur’s name is Gertie, and was one of the first animated characters in the history of film (1914) and one of the inspirations for Walt Disney’s career!
Commissary Lane:
In this passageway there is a Mickey and Minnie meetup and the Sci-Fi Dine-in Theater Restaurant where you can sit in your own car and watch old sci-fi movies on screen. Food isn’t the best, but the ambience is fun and it’s a nice break from the heat.
Grand Avenue:
Next to Commissary Lane is Grand Avenue home of the Muppet*Vision 3D show – one of Jim Henson’s final projects. There are some dining options in this area as well, Pizza Rizzo’s, Baseline Tap House & Mama Melrose Italiano.
Star Wars: Galaxy Edge:
Aka - Star Wars land! This incredibly immersive area has character meetups like the Mandalorian & Grogu (baby Yoda), Rey, Kylo Ren & Stormtroopers. It’s also where you can find Rise of the Resistance and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. For the real fans in your family, you can build your own Lightsaber and Droid! Check out several Star Wars shops, and some eats - try the Blue or Green Milk *Main Street 101 Tip: These are an acquired taste - we like them better spiked! Galaxy Edge is also home to Oga’s Cantina a Star Wars themed bar with really unique out of this world drinks.
Toy Story Land:
Toy Story Land has some of the best theming in all of Disney – from Andy footprints on the ground, to all the fun toy pieces scattered around. Toy Story land is home to Toy Story Mania a fun 3D arcade like shooting game, Slinky Dog Dash a family friendly rollercoaster & Alien Swirling Saucers a fun spinning attraction. There are also some fun character meetups like Woody, Buzz & Jessie, as well as drumming Green Army Men. There are two dining options, Quick Service Woody’s Lunch Box and Table Service Roundup Rodeo BBQ.
*Main Street 101 Tip: There is little shade in this land, so take it slow on hot days.
Pixar Plaza:
Right off of Toy Story land is Pixar Plaza where you can meet some of your favorite Pixar characters: Sully from Monsters Inc, The Incredibles, Frozone and Edna Mode.
Animation Courtyard:
There are lots of character meetups here: live-action Ariel, Disney Junior characters such as Doc McStuffins, and Star Wars Characters like Darth Vader & Chewbacca in the Star Wars Launch Bay. The Animation Courtyard also hosts the Disney Junior Play & Dance - a nice break for little kids to dance around with some of their favorite Disney Junior characters.
*Main Street 101 Tip: Don’t miss the Walt Disney Presents gallery showcasing Walt Disney and the amazing impact his life has had.
Sunset Boulevard:
The Sunset Boulevard area has that old Hollywood feel. Here you can find thrills like Rock ‘n Roller Coaster and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror along with shows like Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage and Fantasmic! a nightly outdoor musical spectacular.
*Main Street 101 Tip: Fantasmic! is a must see, it's full of characters and songs we all love.
Fast Tips:
• Park hours can change, be sure to check park hours prior to visiting here.
• You can get to Hollywood Studios via, Bus, Skyliner, Ride Share or FriendShip Boats from the Boardwalk Resort area.
• Purchase an Individual Lightning Lane for Rise of the Resistance, because standby wait times can top 1.5 hours during peak times
• Alcoholic beverages are served throughout Hollywood Studios
• Many of the restaurants offer plant-based and special dietary requests
• Lockers for storage are available to the right after you enter the main entrance
• Stroller & wheelchair rentals are available near the main entrance
Rides & Attractions
This park arguably has some of the most immersive experiences in all of Disney World - from stepping into Star Wars in Galaxy’s Edge to being shrunk to the size of a toy in Toy Story Land. It is also home to some of the more thrilling attractions like Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Rock n’ Roller Coaster the only ride in Disney World to have an upside down loop! Check out ride height requirements here!
Most Popular Rides and Attractions:
• Star Wars Rise of the Resistance (92 min) - Thrill ride escape the First Order
• Slinky Dog Dash (average 73 min) - Toy Story themed rollercoaster
• Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (54 min) - Spooky elevator with BIG drops
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (41 min) - Simulator, be a part of the ships crew
• Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railroad (48 min) - Trackless ride following a Mickey and Minnie adventure
• Toy Story Mania (50 min) - 3D arcade style shooting ride, get your arms ready this is a workout!
• Rock 'n’ Roller Coaster (generally wait time 50 min) - Aerosmith themed rollercoaster that goes upside down! - currently under refurbishment
• Star Tours (50 min) - Star Wars themed simulator adventure
• Fantasmic! - Water effects, Disney songs, pyrotechnics, LOADS of characters
Rope Drop Priorities:
• Slinky Dog Dash
• Rise of the Resistance
• Tower of Terror
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
• Smugglers Run
Best Rides for Little Ones:
• Mickey & Minnies Runaway Railroad - *Main Street 101 Tip - We find this ride a little loud for kiddos, bring ear protection in case
• Toy Story Mania - 3D arcade style shooting ride, get your arms ready this is a workout!
• Slinky Dog Dash - *Main Street 101 Tip - This is a family coaster but might be too scary for some little ones
• Alien Swirling Saucers - Spinning Toy Story themed ride
• Muppet*Vision 3D - 3D show featuring Muppets, one Jim Henson’s final projects
• Disney Junior Play & Dance - Fun 10 minute dance party with special characters
• Lightning McQueen Racing Academy - 10 minute Cars show
• For the First Time in Forever: Frozen Singalong - 30 minute singalong & it snows!
• Beauty & the Beast Live on Stage - 30 minute musical
• Fantasmic! - Night show, water effects, Disney songs, pyrotechnics, LOADS of characters
• Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular - Be aware it does have loud noises, features weapons & explosions
• Mickey Shorts Theater - Animated Mickey movie in a small theater
Dining
Hollywood Studios offers a diverse range of dining experiences to suit everyone's taste. From the classic Hollywood Brown Derby to the fun atmosphere of Oga’s Cantina, there's something for every palate. Enjoy craft beers and bites at Baseline Tap House or indulge in nostalgic treats at Woody's Lunch Box. With options for quick bites or leisurely meals, Hollywood Studios ensures a delightful dining experience for all.
★ Check out our favorites!
Best Table Service Dining $$-$$$$:
• Baseline Tap House - Beers, Wine & bar snacks
• Round Up Rodeo BBQ - Toy Story Themed BBQ spot
• Sci-fi Drive In - Ok, the food might not be the BEST but the theming is out of this world!
★ Hollywood Brown Derby - Meats, fish & a famous Cobb Salad
★ Oga's Cantina - Star Wars themed bar, fun drinks & nosh. Some of the favorite drinks are:
• Fuzzy Tauntaun – "Cîroc Peach Vodka, Bols Peach Schnapps, and Simply Orange® topped with Tangerine, Pure Cane Sugar, 'Buzzz' Foam"
• Jedi Mind Trick – Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose Vodka, John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum, Bols Blue Curaçao Liqueur, White Grape Juice, Lime Juice, and Grapefruit Bitters"
• The Outer Rim – "Patrón Silver tequila, Cedilla açaí liqueur, lime juice, pure cane sugar, with black salt and exotic fruit purée”
Roundup Rodeo BBQ
Oga’s Cantina - Galaxy’s Edge Left to Right: Outer Rim, The Bloody Rancor & Fuzzy Tauntaun
Best Quick Service $:
★ Ronto Roasters - Meat or plant based wraps with slaw
• Kat Saka’s Kettle - Kettle flavored colorful popcorn!
• Baseline Tap House - Beers, Wine & bar snacks
• ABC Commissary - Variety of lunch-type items – Try the tomato soup!
• Woody's Lunch Box - Sandwiches & sides
• Trolley Car Cafe - Coffee drinks & the best carrot cake Whoopie Pie!
• Hollywood Scoops - Blueberry Mickey waffles, ice cream & sundaes
• Tune-In Lounge - Cocktails with a retro spin
Character Dining $$$$:
• Hollywood & Vine - Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, Pluto, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, Fancy Nancy & Roadster Goofy
Woody’s Lunch Box
Ronto Roasters
Kat Saka’s Kettle - OutPost Popcorn Mix - sweet and salty goodness
Where to Meet Characters!
Check the My Disney Experience App daily to see who is in the park & where!
• Sorcerer Mickey & Minnie - Commissary Lane
• Olaf - Celebrity Spotlight in Echo Lake
• Goofy & Max - Echo Lake or Grand Avenue
• Donald Duck - Echo Lake
• BB-8, Darth Vader, Chewbacca - Star Wars Launch Bay
• Kylo Ren, Rey, Vi Moradi, Stormtroopers - Roaming Galaxy's Edge
• Mandalorian & Baby Yoda - Galaxy's Edge
• Doc McStuffins, Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Pluto - Animation Courtyard
• Live Action Ariel - Animation Courtyard
• Chip & Dale - Animation Courtyard
• Mr & Mrs. Incredible - Pixar Plaza
• Frozone - Pixar Plaza
• Sully from Monsters Inc. - Pixar Plaza
• Edna Mode - At Edna Mode Experience Pixar Plaza
• Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear, Bo Peep - Toy Story Land
• Green Army Men Drum Corps - Toy Story Land
• Character Dining, Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, Pluto, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, Fancy Nancy & Roadster Goofy - Hollywood & Vine
Our Top Picks:
• Fantasmic! - Water effects, Disney songs, pyrotechnics, LOADS of characters. *Main Street 101 Tip: If you sit towards the front, you may get wet!
• Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular - Grab a drink from Epic Eats (right outside) before you head inside
• Try the Spiked Cold Brew Black Caf with Chocolate Puffs at Kat Saka’s
• Grab a drink at Tune-In Lounge, a 50s themed bar next to Prime Time Cafe. Look for the bartender Bucky and ask him for some Mozart chocolate cocktails, delish!
• Have a MagicBand+? Check out Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Use your MagicBand+ and the My Disney Experience App to collect virtual bounties in this fun Star Wars themed scavenger hunt. Start the hunt at the Bounty Board located between Droid Depot and the Outpost Market. Your bands will alert you with vibrations and different colors when you are close to targets!
