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Top Experiences at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Step into immersive themed lands and experience one-of-a-kind attractions, including thrilling roller coasters and calm cinematic experiences.
Ride Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (if you dare) at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Written by the Experience Kissimmee Editorial Team
At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, tap into a world of cinematic magic in themed lands featuring exciting rides, spectacular shows, and delightful character encounters based on hit movies like Star Wars, Toy Story, and Frozen.
Venture to the Farthest Reaches of the Universe in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Feel the Force Throughout the Black Spire Outpost on Batuu
Inspired by the Star Wars franchise, Galaxy’s Edge is set on the fictional Batuu, a frontier planet featuring otherworldly structures and clandestine alleyways with attractions, restaurants, shops, and entertainment. Together they make you feel as if you’ve walked into the middle of a Star Wars movie with a storyline that has you journeying through hyperspace and battling against the First Order with fellow Resistance members.
Blast Into Hyperspace on Out-of-This-World Rides
On the thrilling Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, take a seat in the cockpit of the storied Millennium Falcon and serve as pilot, gunner, or engineer on a smuggling mission into hyperspace, where you face off against various dangers and adversaries.
On the multiple ride systems in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance — there's a new experience around every corner — support covert Resistance fighters as they try to escape and elevate their cause in battles against fierce First Order stormtroopers.
The hair-raising 3D space flight Star Tours – The Adventures Continue transports you to the edge of the galaxy on a Starspeeder 1000 with protocol droid C-3PO at the helm, helping you evade menacing First Order forces and their blasters. With multiple storylines, the experience offers a different adventure every time you ride.
Visit Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disney's Hollywood Studios
Build Your Own Lightsaber & Droid
It’s great to have a droid sidekick, and the Droid Depot workshop allows you to build your own BB-series or R-series version. Just select the type of droid you want, and you’ll get a blueprint, instructions, parts (including custom features), and a remote control to create it.
It’s tough to follow the Force without a trusty lightsaber in hand. Fortunately, at Savi’s Workshop, you can assemble one of your choice, with a themed hilt and kyber crystal.
Feast & Sip on Delectable Concoctions in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
When it’s time to take a break and refuel for your edge-of-the-seat adventures, head to the land’s food and drink outposts. Each sports a unique menu and design flair, including Oga’s Cantina, a watering hole that serves inventive drinks for all ages, and Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, a restaurant serving exotic flavors in an operational hangar bay and an outdoor space with crumbling walls. Don't miss the viral blue or green milk from the Milk Stand!
Pick Up Keepsakes & Gifts
Find special souvenirs at Black Spire Outpost shops like Dok-Indar’s Den of Antiquities, packed with jewelry, kyber crystals, and lightsabers, and Black Spire Outfitters, stocked with robes suited to galactic exploration and stylish clothing for everyday outings on planet Earth.
Experience Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Roam & Soar in Toy Story Land
Head over to Toy Story Land, based on the Toy Story movies, for rides, games, and character encounters.
Kid-Friendly Rides & the Ultimate Arcade Experience
A family-friendly coaster in the form of a coiling spring, Slinky Dog Dash carts you past gigantic toys in Andy’s backyard along tight curves and steep hills. The gentle, spinning Alien Swirling Saucers ride promises romps through space in the company of adorable extraterrestrials. Toy Story Mania! takes you into Andy’s room, where you pick up 3D glasses before playing classic games that have you firing at moving targets.
Family Dining
Refuel at Woody’s Lunch Box, where all you have to do is walk up to a window to indulge in classic American fare like grilled cheese and "totchos" (tater tots with toppings), new-fashioned soda floats, and additional Toy Story-themed specialties.
Ride Slinky Dog Dash at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Enjoy Rides & Shows Along Sunset Boulevard
Head over to Sunset Boulevard, a themed area based on the famous strip in Los Angeles, and tap into a treasure trove of adrenaline-pumping rides, live entertainment, and great eats.
Thrilling Rides
At The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, you’ll feel firsthand what it's like to enter the twilight zone in the extra-eerie Hollywood Tower Hotel — get ready to scream as you plummet down its abandoned elevator shaft.
Hear The Electric Mayhem perform as part of Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. If the 0-to-57 mph launch doesn't leave you breathless, the coaster's three inversions certainly will.
Entertainment & Shows
When you’re ready to take a break from the rides, head to a live show and enjoy lush music, scenery, and costumes along with a gripping tale. At Beauty & The Beast Live on Stage, you’ll experience a familiar story in an entirely new way. And the dazzling nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! will leave you wishing the night doesn't have to end, as costumed performers, dancing water, and light give shape to Mickey’s dream about himself as a sorcerer’s apprentice.
Ride Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (if you dare) at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Ride With Mickey on Hollywood Boulevard
On Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, join Mickey and Minnie as they drive to a picnic, traveling through a colorful cartoon world populated by pals Donald Duck, Goofy, and Pluto.
If hunger hits during your visit to Hollywood Boulevard, enjoy a sit-down meal at The Hollywood Brown Derby, or grab a bite at one of the quick-service eateries.
Meet Disney Characters & See Them in Shows
Character Experiences & Entertainment in Echo Lake
The theater in this part of the park offers additional opportunities to see beloved Disney characters in action. For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration presents a laugh-out-loud take on an enchanting tale set in the kingdom of Arendelle, giving you a chance to sing along with Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff. At Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight, enjoy Frozen delights like hugs from Olaf and photos with the cuddly snowman.
Nearby in the park but a world away in imagination, the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! plants you in the heart of Indiana Jones-style action and reveals how dynamic duo Indy and Marion execute their stunning stunts.
Tips for Visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios: What You Need to Know
Park Tickets
Before you visit, check reservation availability for the dates you plan to go. Once you’ve confirmed availability, purchase park admission (the ticket type that best suits your needs) and then make a park reservation via the Disney Park Pass system.
Advance Dining & Experience Reservations
Make sure to check availability and make reservations in advance for table-service restaurants in the park, including The Hollywood Brown Derby and Oga's Cantina. You’ll also need advance reservations for the Droid Depot and Savi’s Workshop.
Helpful Apps
Download the latest version of the free My Disney Experience app to your mobile device and enable location services and notifications so you can easily view and update your plans, make dining reservations, and order food, search the park map, and get real-time wait times for attractions and show times.
The Disney Genie service provides itinerary suggestions and optimal times to access attractions; Genie+ offers faster access via Lightning Lane entrances. The app also gives you access to a Disney MagicMobile pass that lets you use features of MagicBand (a wrist band you can buy), like theme park entry and food purchases.
Experience Kissimmee Editorial Team
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