When to Visit Walt Disney World?

Spring

Spring & Early Summer

Mid-March – Early July

Weather

Warm/hot & mainly dry. 26-33℃ with occasional storms. Expect storms and rain showers with increasing humidity in June & July.

Crowds

Watch out for Spring Break (mid-late March) and Easter holidays are always popular and the parks will be busy. July especially around July 4th is also a peak time for US holidaymakers. May and early June can be less crowded.

Events

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival (mid-March to late June).

Fall

Late Summer & ‘Fall’

Late July – Late October

Weather

Generally hot (30℃+) and very humid. Take advantage of slightly cooler mornings and evenings in the parks. Higher chances of storms and occasional hurricanes (late July – early October). Milder temperatures in late September & October.

Crowds

Generally September is less crowded but Disney does try to counter this with good offers. Otherwise expect crowds to increase towards Halloween.

Events

Mickey’s not so scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park (Aug – Oct). Ticketed evening event on selected dates.

EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival (mid-August to early November).

Christmas

Christmas

November & December

Weather

Daytime temperatures are generally in the mid 20’s with cool mornings and evenings.

Crowds

Expect crowds to increase through November and December with Christmas week being the busiest time of the year at the parks. Thanksgiving week at the end of November can also be busy.

Events

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays (mid-November – early January)

Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park (mid-Nov to late-Dec). Ticketed evening event on selected dates.

Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios (Mid November – late December) Ticketed evening event on selected dates.

Winter

Winter

January – Mid-March

Weather

Daytime Occasional cool days but temperatures are generally in the mid 20’s.

Crowds

Generally average crowd levels which do increase around US public holidays. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the third Monday in January and Presidents’ Day is the third Monday in February which normally co-insides with UK half-term holidays.

Events

Epcot International Festival of the Arts (mid-January to the end of February).

how long should I stay at walt disney world

Shorter stays

Up to One Week, 7 Nights

Trips of a week or less are going to be intense, but still can be fun and magical. You probably won’t be able to see and do everything Walt Disney World has to offer, and your park days will be full-on!

While longer trips will give you a better experience and value for money sometimes you may be limited to a shorter trip, we can help you make the most of the limited time you have.

Two Week Break

Most UK visitor book for 10 – 14 nights

Two weeks will allow you more time to enjoy the Walt Disney World resort at an enjoyable pace. You will not only be able to spend time at the theme park but also enjoy the water parks and relax in the resort hotels.

The 14-night Magic Ticket makes spreading visits to the parks more affordable, so you can easily spend a morning at Magic Kingdom, followed by an afternoon chilling at your resort pool.

Longer stays,

Extended stays, more than 14 nights

You can easily spend two to three weeks staying at the Walt Disney World resort. Remember, there’s a lot to see besides the theme parks. Whether it’s a stroll along the Boardwalk, sampling the beignets at Port Orleans French Quarter or taking in a stunning sunset at the Beach Club, there’s plenty of Disney vibe to be had.

A slightly longer trip may not break your budget, so if you have the time, why not?

Value Resorts

Value resorts offer simple but functional on-site accommodation with themed pools and grounds. These hotels offer large cafeteria (quick service) dining, pool bars and FREE bus transportation to all of the Disney parks and Disney Springs. Art or Animation and Pop Century also offer access to the Skyliner transport to Hollywood Studios and EPCOT.

Moderate Resorts

Moderate resort offer more comfortable accommodation and immersive theming. You can enjoy a range of dining options including quick service cafeteria’s, table service restaurant as well as bars and lounges. Transportation is primarily provides by Disney buses, however guest at Caribbean Beach have access to the Skyliner to Hollywood Studios and EPCOT and the Port Orleans resorts offer boat transport to Disney Springs. Moderate resorts are the most popular choice for UK visitors as they offer good level of accommodation which are reasonably affordable for longer stays.

Deluxe Resort

Disney deluxe resorts offer more luxury themed accommodation. Most of the deluxe resorts are located close with easy access to at least one theme park. The Contemporary, Polynesian Village, Grand Floridian and Wilderness Lodge have easy assess to the Magic Kingdom by boat or monorail. The Boardwalk Beach and Yacht Club resorts are walking distance to EPCOT and have boat and Skyliner access to Hollywood Studios. Animal Kingdom Lodge offer room with a view of the lush savannah and regular sighting of grazing animals.

Deluxe Villas (Disney Vacation Club)

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