Animal Kingdom
Experience the magic of nature at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, featuring lands like Pandora – The World of Avatar, Africa, Asia, and DinoLand U.S.A.. Highlights include Avatar Flight of Passage, Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and the Festival of the Lion King show. The park is also known for its beautiful, immersive environments and the Tree of Life centerpiece.
Transportation: Animal Kingdom® is accessible via bus from all Disney resorts. Unlike other parks, it does not have Monorail, Skyliner, or boat access. Parking cost: $30 per day for standard parking; $50 per day for preferred parking.
Operational Hours: Generally open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with variations during peak seasons.
Extra Magic Hours and After Hours: On-site guests enjoy Early Entry 30 minutes before the official park opening. Occasionally, After Hours events offer exclusive nighttime access to popular attractions for an additional fee, complete with snacks and beverages.
Additional Benefits for On-Site Resort Guests
Staying at a Walt Disney World® Resort hotel comes with perks like Early Entry to all four theme parks 30 minutes before the official opening. Additionally, guests staying at Deluxe Resorts and Deluxe Villa Resorts can enjoy Extended Evening Hours at select parks on certain nights, offering extra time to enjoy the attractions with shorter wait times.