Hollywood Studios Overview

Hollywood Studios originally opened as Disney-MGM Studios back in 1989. Despite the name change, it is still designed to be a place of adventure, wonder, and imagination; a park dedicated to the magic of Hollywood.

While this park’s icon has changed over time, it is currently represented by the Hollywood Tower Hotel, a perfect embodiment of glamor and mystery. During the day, the Hotel is home to the thrilling Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. At night, it serves as the backdrop for numerous nighttime shows depending on the time of year.

Hollywood Studios is the park to visit for fans of movies and adventure, specifically those who love the world of Star Wars. This theme park is home to Galaxy’s Edge, a land designed to make you feel as though you’ve stepped off-planet and into the world of Batuu.

Toy Story Land can also be found in this park, an area of Hollywood Studios where everything is larger-than-life, making you feel as though you’ve just become the same size as one of Andy or Bonnie’s toys.

Or maybe you just want to step back into time. A stroll down Hollywood Boulevard will make you feel as though you’ve stepped back into the Golden Age of Hollywood with old-fashioned shops and the iconic Brown Derby Restaurant.

Hollywood Studios hosts one of Disney World’s most successful and immersive rides to date. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is an experience that lasts about 20-25 minutes, and pulls you directly into the battle between the First Order and the Resistance. The anticipation for this ride was so high when it first opened that Disney did not even open a standby line – guests could only experience this attraction by obtaining a boarding group number. Now, guests are able to wait in a standby line or purchase an Individual Lighting Lane.

Thrill rides such as Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror are also available for those looking for speed and major drops. For those looking for a more relaxed ride, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway is the first ride attraction that stars the head mouse himself.

Whether you need help booking Lightning Lanes or don’t know how to schedule your time to make sure you hit all of the major rides, we are happy you help you make the most of your day in Hollywood Studios.

Available Rides in Hollywood Studios

● Slinky Dog Dash

● Alien Swirling Saucers

● Toy Story Mania!

● Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

● Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

● Star Tours: The Adventure Continues

● Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith

● The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

● Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Some of the most uniquely themed dining options can be found in Hollywood Studios. You can step into Oga’s Cantina to grab a fun space-themed drink alongside smugglers and bounty hunters. 50’s Prime Time Cafe has delicious fried chicken – just make sure you eat all of your vegetables; otherwise, the servers might need to take matters into their own hands.

The Hollywood Brown Derby is a replica of the original location that once fed the most famous stars in California. You can take a break from the heat here as you enjoy one of their famous Cobb salads or one of their other specialties.

Depending on the interests of the people in your family, we can help you find the perfect dining options for you.

Table Service

● 50’s Prime Time Cafe

● Hollywood & Vine

● The Hollywood Brown Derby

● Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano

● Oga’s Cantina

● Roundup Rodeo BBQ

● Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant

● Tune-In Lounge

Quick Service

● ABC Commissary

● Anaheim Produce

● Backlot Express

● Baseline Tap House

● Catalina Eddie’s

● Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo

● Kat Saka’s Kettle

● Ronto Roasters

● Milk Stand

● Dockside Diner

● Epic Eats

● Fairfax Fare

● Hollywood Scoops

● KRNR The Rock Station

● Market

● Neighborhood Bakery

● PizzeRizzo

● Rosie’s All-American Café

● The Trolley Car Café

● Woody’s Lunch Box

Hollywood Studios may just be the best park when it comes to live entertainment. Not only does it host the famous Fantasmic! at night, but it also offers a variety of shows during the day that fans of all ages can enjoy.

During the day, you can enjoy live shows that feature how the stunts of Indiana Jones are done safely while still seeming realistic. For those who love to sing, the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration allows you to join in with some of your favorite Disney songs from the original Frozen film.

A trip to Disney World almost isn’t complete without a viewing of Fantastmic! This nighttime spectacular stars Mickey Mouse battling against the forces of evil, all complete with thrilling stunts, colorful pyrotechnics, and music from some of your favorite Disney films. You won’t want to miss this open-air musical, and we can help provide you with tips on how to get the best seats and ensure you really enjoy the show.

Available Entertainment

● Fantasmic

● Beauty & the Beast Live on Stage

● Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!

● For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration

● Disney Junior Play and Dance!

● Green Army Drum Corps

● Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy

● Muppet*Vision 3D

● Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie

● Wonderful World of Animation

● Walt Disney Presents

Whether you’re a fan of Star Wars, Toy Story, or just movie magic in general, Hollywood Studios is not to be missed. We want to make sure that you don’t become a side character in your own Disney vacation, so you can count on us to make sure that your adventure to Hollywood Studios is one you won’t forget.