The Disney-MGM Studios opened its doors to the public on May 1, 1989. This 135-acre theme park is a fully functional studio that produces movies, animations, and radio broadcasts. The Disney MGM Studios is divided into 'famous' streets and areas such as: Hollywood Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, New York Street, Dalmatian Avenue, the Animation Courtyard, and Echo Lake.

dmgm_main.jpg (86122 bytes)As soon as you enter the Disney MGM Studios you will feel like you’re in Hollywood in the 1930s. When you enter through the main gates be sure to look immediately to your right and you will see Oscar's Classic Car Souvenirs and Super Service Station. This store resembles a 1930s gas station with a real 1947 Buick parked out front. Your journey begins down Hollywood Boulevard which has many shops designed from actual architecture of California. At then end of Hollywood Boulevard you will see a full-scale reproduction of Mann's Chinese Theater. This houses The Great Movie Ride, sponsored by Coca-Cola.

Navigation at The Disney MGM Studios is easy!  At the top of each page there is a drop down list box "MGM Transportation" which allows you to navigate throughout the Studios.  You can also take a self-guided tour using the navigation at the bottom of the page.

T I P S :
  • ClockThe Disney-MGM Studios normal hours of operation are 9am-7pm, with extended hours during the summer and school vacation periods. If you are a Walt Disney World resort guest then you participate in Early Bird Mornings.   Early Bird Mornings take place on Wednesdays and Sundays at  The Disney-MGM Studios.  Here resort guests can ride selected attractions 1½ hours before they open to the public.
  • If you are not a Walt Disney World resort guest you should arrive at the Studios about a ½ hour prior to the official park opening time because cast members will usually open up the gates early.
  • The most popular attraction at the Disney-MGM Studios is The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.  To avoid the long lines, ride it as soon as the park opens or prior to park closing.
  • HornCheck the Tip Board located at the junction of Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards, it has the latest waiting times for all Disney-MGM Studios attractions.    
  • When you first enter The Disney-MGM Studios, grab a park guide map.  With this you can find out where you can find the characters, show times for certain attractions, and what performers are performing and where.
  • Make your lunch and dinner reservations at least two or more days in advance for The 50s Prime Time Cafe, The Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater, and the Hollywood Brown Derby .  This can be done by calling (407) WDW-DINE or by the tip board for same day reservations.
  • Strollers, wheelchairs, and electric convenience vehicles can be rented at Guest Relations located at Oscar's Super Service Station located to the right of the main entrance. Stroller and wheelchair rentals cost $5.00 with a $1.00 refundable deposit, and EVCs cost $30.00 with a $20.00 refundable deposit.
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