Walt Disney World secrets revealed including best photo spots, freebies and illusions

Published date27 September 2022
There are plenty of new shows and fun attractions to get stuck into in the parks from Magic Kingdom to Epcot

But, avid Disney fans will know there are lots of hidden secrets within the most magical place on Earth.

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Walt Disney World Resort in Florida has been treasured by visitors and locals for more than 50 years now, yet the parks still hold surprises waiting to be discovered.

Disney superfan or not, there’s a long list of secrets that will add a little extra magic to your trip.

AttractionTickets.com has compiled a list of hacks and secrets for you to explore on your next visit to the magical theme parks.

Discover there's more to Walt Disney World than you first thought…

Find the hidden phones in the Magic Kingdom lands

Ever wanted to have a chat with your favourite Disney character Whilst you might not be able to talk back, if you locate the old-fashioned, hand-cranked telephone inside The Chapeau on Main Street in Magic Kingdom you can listen in to a secret conversation.

The only place to meet The Beast is at the Be Our Guest restaurant

Ever wondered what it would be like to meet the Beast Well, there's no need to use your imagination, if you dine at the Be Our Guest restaurant, you can say hello to the friendliest Beast in the Disney-sphere.

Your dining experience is made even more special knowing that your favourite Disney character is just around the corner. You won’t see Belle there, but you can explore the rest of Magic Kingdom in search of the beauty.

It’s also important to book in advance as reservations at the Be Our Guest restaurant open 60 days in advance and is almost always fully booked on the day, so make sure you don’t miss out!

It’s impossible to take a bad photo

According to rumours, all castles are designed to face south so the sun can never ruin your photo. Whether you go at golden hour or early hours of the morning, you don’t have to be a professional to get the perfect photo.

Can you find all the hidden Mickeys

Nothing says Disney like Mickey Mouse. Create your own Disney adventure by looking for the hidden Mickeys throughout the parks. There are rumoured to be over 1000 Mickeys hidden throughout the entire Walt Disney World Resort -including in the parks and hotels.

If you’re looking for a fun challenge or simply love a treasure hunt like Captain Hook, it can be a great game for you and your family to locate as many as possible.

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