EPCOT

Reviews

• SJ

  Shannon J

  4 days ago
  3.0
  My Honest Reflection on Disney The cast members were truly inviting and helpful. Every interaction we had with staff was kind, patient, and professional — and that absolutely deserves recognition. That said, the ADA system was incredibly difficult to navigate. Because it’s considered a “sensitive topic,” no one at Guest Services would or could offer meaningful help, which left us feeling unsupported in a space that should be inclusive for everyone. The parks as a whole are beyond overpriced for admission. If you’re planning to ride attractions, realistically you might average three rides a day — the rest of the time is spent waiting in lines. That just wasn’t the experience we expected at that price point. On the positive side, the character dining experiences were phenomenal — far beyond what we anticipated. If you’re going, the dining plan and Memory Maker are absolutely worth it. Security is thorough — very thorough. By about the sixth time I had to fully empty my bag, I was over it. But I reminded myself they’re doing their jobs and keeping everyone safe, and for that I’m grateful. However, what was not okay: six grown adults yelling instructions at a hearing-impaired autistic person at once. That doesn’t help. It confuses and overwhelms. We can do better. Speak clearly. One person at a time. Show patience. And finally — this isn’t just about Disney. It’s about people. When thousands of people shoulder-check, bump, shove, and push past you — and only four say “excuse me” — that’s not a theme park issue. That’s a manners issue. Walk on the right. Use the middle to pass. Say excuse me. Hold the door. Stop pushing. The park literally plays recorded reminders telling parents to watch their children. It wouldn’t hurt to also remind people to teach their children basic courtesy. If you can’t control your kids in crowded spaces, reconsider bringing them into environments where everyone is packed together. At the end of the day, what I witnessed wasn’t magic or wonder — it was a snapshot of how disconnected and self-focused we’ve become as a society. We can do better. And we should.
• KM

  Keith Manheck

  Feb 23, 2026
  3.0
  We were last at Epcot about 25 years ago and boy has it changed and not for the better. Basically a number of the countries that were representative had their what I call. Cultural videos closed down for repairs. Canada and China had pretty much the best cultural events. The US was very good as well too. Probably the best out of all of the videos. Which kind of one would expect. I mean you sat down there for a good 20 minutes for a kind of a good history of the country and it was nice to see that unlike the first time that they had that they did deal with the native Americans as well as blacks slavery that sort of thing they did it decently. I wouldn't say it was perfect but they did a pretty good job one could consider. But the thing I notice most of all is when we came here 25 years ago. Each of the pavilions had a nice restaurant and a cafe and maybe one small kind of what I call snack station. Now that's all you see are snack stations everywhere? It's just ridiculous. By far the French had the best food. The Chinese was pretty much rather bore in Chinese food. I hate to say it wasn't terrible by any stretch but it wasn't as good as say restaurant that we go to up in New England called China Star which is very authentic. It was not as good as that by any stretch. Prices were a little steep and not outrageously so but the food was at best decent. Probably the place I was disappointed in the most was the Japanese pavilion. They didn't seem to have much of a what I call a cultural history. They had a room that was a museum that I was directed to and all it was. It was a museum on kind of what they call the cutesy anime sort of Japanese history and that's not cultural history. I don't know. Maybe it has to do it. There's still some you know unwillingness to deal with what happened during world war II. I don't know, I'm just not sure on that, but the one thing they had by far was the biggest gift shop. As matter of fact, the vast majority of the entire pavilion was the gift shop and it was a very good one. I'll admit, but you know Disney has become more known for how to separate you from your money more than anything else. Even carnival Cruise lines can't come close to this kind of gross grabbing of your money. It's also gotten very expensive. I've noticed basically now you see fewer minorities, especially if you happen to be black. They were far less blacks than I remember before because it's gotten too damn expensive. There's a fair amount of Asians who show up a good amount of Hispanics who've got a good amount of money and then of course the rest of us you know white folk. And we have the money. But the thing is is that there's a point that I'm not willing to spend money on something that I don't think is worth it. And I mean I'm really disappointed in what Epcot has become now. Tomorrow we're going to be going to the magic Kingdom and we'll have to see how that pans out now. My, my husband and his sister are not big fans of the roller coasters and of course that's kind of a big thing there. They're more on the order of the gentle rides. Things like the it's a small world after all sort of thing. So we'll see how it fares tomorrow. But I mean I really I never got into the you know the Star wars thing and all of that that just got to be too too out there for me. But then again I've gotten into my early '70 so maybe I'm just getting old. But I just think that they're they're taking away what used to be fun and they're trying to make it too elaborate. So like I said come back to me tomorrow and I'll give you my review on the magic Kingdom and see how that pans out.
• CC

  CROCKS

  Feb 20, 2026
  3.0
  Epcot After Hours REVIEW: I just wanted to post to give people the inside scoop so people don't fall into the same trap that I did. Here's a synopsis of our trip: We got in at 7pm after a day full of naps we had went to Universal the days prior so we were pooped. I would not recommend an afterhours event after a park day. We did pool day and nap. Because the park was still fairly busy we did all the rides that had no wait in the beginning. Imagination, living with the land, Moana walk through, fiesta tour. Then our plan was to head to the back of the park to watch the firework show at 9. We ended up watching it near a boat dock at the far side of Germany. It was an awesome spot and we had a space all to ourselves. We then went to ratatouille. This was our primary mistake not only did I not really enjoy this ride (made me feel sick) everyone in the park had the same idea as us and started at the back. So it was a posted 45 min wait. We waited 35mins but still not a great start. At the same time Guardians and test track was 15 mins. Than we went to Frozen which was Ten mins. This was fine just a long walk. We got some free ice cream, which was nice. I recommend the premium bars over the sandwiches, they are WAY better. We then made it to the front of the park around 11 and got in line at test track we waited for 10 mins before realizing it was going to be a 45+ min wait and got out of there. The attendant recommended single rider and we hopped right on the ride. Highly recommend that. Finally we made it to guardians.... Along with everyone else. It was posted 45 mins but we were on in 30. I enjoyed it but probably would have liked it more if I was less tired. I was pooped so we left before riding spaceship earth at 12. Overall it was a good experience, the fireworks were the best part. I don't need to go back to Epcot. We had more fun at the Universal parks. My main message to people is to start at the front of the park not the back and just skip ratatouille. It will save you a lot of walking. If you really want it, do it later because it will be a walk on. Was it worth the bigger price tag and staying up real late?... Meh.
• JP

  Joel Potter

  Feb 17, 2026
  4.0
  EPCOT is a weird park — in the best way. It’s not the nonstop thrill ride lineup of Magic Kingdom, and it’s not trying to be. It’s slower, more immersive, more “wander with a drink and talk about life” than “run to the next roller coaster.” And honestly, that’s what makes it unique. What It Does Really Well 1. Atmosphere. There’s nothing quite like walking around the World Showcase at sunset, music drifting across the lagoon, grabbing something small from each country. It feels less like a theme park and more like a curated world fair with Disney polish. 2. Food & Festivals. EPCOT during a festival? Hard to beat. Whether it’s Food & Wine, Festival of the Arts, or Flower & Garden, the booths add variety and energy. It gives you a reason to explore instead of just queue up for rides. 3. A Few Standout Attractions. When EPCOT hits, it really hits. * Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is legitimately one of the best rides at Walt Disney World. * Spaceship Earth is classic, nostalgic comfort. * Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is charming and accessible. The Hard Part: The Wait Times Here’s where it gets tricky. EPCOT doesn’t have a huge ride count compared to other parks. So when one or two attractions spike to 90+ minute waits, it can feel like your day stalls out. If you’re not using Lightning Lane or arriving early, you’ll spend a chunk of your visit in lines. And because the park is spread out, hopping between rides isn’t quick. You feel the mileage. It’s a lot of walking for relatively few headliner attractions. If you’re traveling with kids who just want ride-after-ride excitement, EPCOT can feel slow. If you’re paying full price and standing in lines most of the day, it can be hard to justify. So… Is It Worth Doing? Yes, but with the right expectations. EPCOT isn’t about maximizing ride count. It’s about: * Taking your time * Eating something unexpected * Enjoying the music and architecture * Letting a couple great rides anchor the day If you go in expecting a thrill-packed sprint, you’ll be frustrated. If you treat it like a cultural stroll with a few world-class attractions mixed in, it shines. For adults, couples, or anyone who enjoys atmosphere over adrenaline, it’s absolutely worth it. For families focused strictly on rides, it’s worth a half-day or a carefully planned full day. Bottom line: EPCOT is unique enough that you should experience it at least once. Just plan smart — rope drop a headliner, stack Lightning Lanes if you can, and let the rest of the day breathe.
• WV

  Wagner Valente

  Feb 14, 2026
  5.0
  Dear Guest Relations Team, I would like to formally report an unfortunate situation that occurred on February 14, 2026, at approximately 7:40 PM, at the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction. We were a group of seven guests: three adults, two teenagers, one 8-year-old child, and one 3-year-old child. Our entire group had a valid Lightning Lane reservation for the attraction. However, since the 3-year-old was not eligible to ride and was asleep in a stroller, we entered the Lightning Lane queue together and waited in a very long line. When we reached the entrance to the attraction, a Cast Member informed us that three people could enter first, while the other three would remain outside with the sleeping child. We were clearly instructed that once the first three guests returned, the remaining three would be allowed to enter from the same point near the attraction entrance, without having to go back to the end of the line. We followed these instructions exactly. However, when it was our turn to enter, a Cast Member at the entrance named TORI stopped us and, in a very harsh and dismissive manner, insisted that we would need to rejoin the queue from the very end. Despite our attempts to calmly explain that we had already waited once and were following the instructions previously given by another team member, she showed no empathy and refused to consider our explanation. This is our fourth visit to Disney (our first visit was in 2006), and we have always experienced exceptional hospitality and professionalism from Cast Members. We are currently on our third park day of this trip, and until this moment, everything had been wonderful. Unfortunately, this particular interaction was far below the high standard of courtesy and guest service that Disney is known for. To add to our disappointment, once we entered the attraction, we noticed that the ride was partially malfunctioning. Additionally, we observed other families with sleeping children in strollers being allowed to enter the attraction, something that had been denied to us at the entrance. Experiences like this unfortunately break the magic that Disney is so famous for creating. I am submitting this complaint not only because of how this situation affected our family, but also in the hope that similar situations can be handled with more clarity, empathy, and consistency in the future. We truly value Disney and hope this feedback will help improve the guest experience. Sincerely, Wagner Valente .That same day I was greeted by the guest relations team and that bad impression was overcome.