Opened on October 1, 1982, as Walt Disney World Resort’s second theme park, Epcot (which originally stood for “Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow”) offers state-of-the-art thrill rides in Future World, informative and entertaining pavilions at the World Showcase, fascinating exhibits, specialty shops and great international cuisine.
Epcot Dining
Choose from a variety of world-class dining options at the World Showcase such as Le Cellier Steakhouse (Canada), Rose & Crown (United Kingdom), Les Chefs de France, Marrakesh (Morocco), Teppanyaki (Japan), L'Originale Alfredo di Roma (Italy), Biergarten (Germany), Nine Dragons (China), Akershus (Norway), San Angel Inn (Mexico) and Coral Reef (Living Seas pavilion).
Epcot FASTPASS Attractions
Take advantage of Disney’s FASTPASS, a free reservation system at Epcot that will help you avoid the crowds at the most popular rides and attractions. FastPass attractions for Epcot include Honey, I Shrunk the Audience, Living with the Land, Maelstrom, Mission: SPACE, Soarin' and Test Track. Epcot is typically open at 9 AM daily (seasonal hours; call ahead).
EPCOT CHARACTER DINING The Garden Grill - The Land
Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
EPCOT COUNTER SERVICE
Boulangerie Patisserie
Cantina de San Angel
Electric Umbrella
Fife & Drum
Fountain View Ice Cream
Harry Ramsden
Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
Liberty Inn
Lotus Blossom Cafe
Sommerfest
Sunshine Seasons
Tangierine Cafe
Yakitori House
Yorkshire County Fish Shop
EPCOT QUICK SERVICE Refreshment Cool Post
Refreshment Port
Fun Facts About the Epcot International Flower & Garden Fest The 17th-annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will take place March 3 – May 16, 2010, at Walt Disney World Resort. Here are a few fun festival facts:
The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will run 75 days and feature 30 million blooms, 60 tons of topiary and 600 butterflies.
At 14 feet tall, Goofy [...]
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SeaWorld Orlando to Host Viva La Musica
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