Walking
You Can WALK To The Parks From These 7 Disney World Hotels!
- Bay Lake Tower/ Contemporary Resort has a walking path to Magic Kingdom and is about at 10 min walk. This is amazing after fireworks when everyone is rushing to buses.
- Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a walking path to Magic kingdom but keep in mind it is about a mile and a half!
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is about 0.9 mile walk and there is a path to MK
- Disney’s BoardWalk. 0.4 miles to Epcot 7 min walk
- Disney’s Beach Club Resort. 0.2 mile or a 5 min walk to Epcot
- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Same as beach club to Epcot
- Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort. 0.7 mile walk to Epcot
Bus Transportation
If you are staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotels can take advantage of complimentary bus service to and from all 4 theme parks, Disney Resort hotels and the Disney Springs Area.
The buses are air conditioned and can be crowded at times. You will not always get a seat and they run about every 20 min. After the fireworks be prepared to wait. They are air-conditioned and a free easy option. Strollers have to be closed so be prepared to empty and close quickly. Do not have loose items stored below.
Water Transportation
The boat is a beautiful option and my kids enjoy it! Again strollers have to be closed so make sure you are prepared to do so. We use this often when staying at the Beach Club and take it directly to Hollywood studios. You can also take the boat to Epcot.
Water taxis and ferries sail to and from Magic Kingdom park. Most routes run on 15- to 30-minute intervals.
Magic Kingdom Park
Accessible by water launch (also known as water taxi) from:
- Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Ferryboats connect Magic Kingdom park to the Transportation and Ticket Center.
EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Watercraft service is available from the following Resort hotels:
- Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
- Disney’s Beach Club Villas
- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
- Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
- Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
Disney Springs
Travel between Disney Springs and the following locations via Watercraft service:
- Disney’s Old Key West Resort
- Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
- Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
- Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter
Monorail Transportation
Soar high in the sky aboard our world-famous monorail—originally conceived as a public transport for the future!
The Walt Disney World Monorail System has 3 separate beams that travel throughout Walt Disney World Resort and make the following stops:
- Magic Kingdom park
- Disney’s Contemporary Resort
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
- Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
- Transportation and Ticket Center
Additionally, there are express round-trip services from the Transportation and Ticket Center to 2 theme parks: EPCOT and Magic Kingdom park.
Disney Skyliner Transportation
Cruise around Walt Disney World Resort in style—riding incredible, new aerial gondolas!
Glide across the sky on this grand, state-of-the-art gondola system, conveniently connecting Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the International Gateway at EPCOT to the following Disney Resort hotels:
- Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
- Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
- Disney’s Pop Century Resort
- Disney’s Riviera Resort
The Disney Skyliner station at International Gateway at EPCOT is located just a short stroll away from Disney’s BoardWalk entertainment district, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn.
Minnie Van Service using Lyft App
Have one of our Cast Members whisk you around Walt Disney World Resort in these stylish vehicles decorated with Minnie Mouse’s signature polka dots!
Accessible Minnie Van Service is also available through the Lyft app and includes seating for 4, space for 2 wheelchairs and car seats.
Please note that Minnie Van Service is not a complimentary transportation option and requires payment through the Lyft app on your mobile device. We love this option and I’m so happy minivans are back!