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Disney World Orlando itineraries for a 2-day visit

A two-day Disney World Orlando trip gives you enough time to experience major rides, shows, and themed lands at your favorite parks without feeling rushed. This guide breaks your options into three styles: one park per day, Park Hopper with multi-park touring, and Park Hopper Plus with water park and sports add-ons. You can choose the pace and access level that fits your travel style while still covering the resort’s biggest highlights.

1 theme park/day

Ideal for:

  • First-time visitors with limited time
  • Families who don’t want to rush between parks
  • Guests who prefer a more structured, low-stress plan

Suggested itinerary:

Day 1: Magic Kingdom

  • Morning: Arrive before the park opens so you can enter early and complete major rides with shorter waits. Head straight to a top attraction like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, or Peter Pan’s Flight. Complete several Fantasyland and Tomorrowland rides back-to-back before the lines build.
  • Midday: Shift toward Adventureland and Frontierland and ride Pirates of the Caribbean, Jungle Cruise, etc. Use mobile food ordering for lunch to avoid long queues and save time.
  • Afternoon: Plan at least one indoor attraction or show during the afternoon to cool down and rest. Watch the daytime parade and use this time window to ride one or two popular attractions while lines temporarily dip, or browse the shops along Main Street U.S.A., and grab a snack.
  • Evening: Find a fireworks viewing location 30-45 minutes before showtime, as the spots fill up fast. Watch the nighttime spectacular and then ride one or two major attractions right after the show.

Day 2: Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT (interest-based)

  • Morning: Arrive right before the theme park opens and ride your favorite + most popular attractions at the very beginning (example: Slinky Dog Dash/Rise of the Resistance at Hollywood Studios or Cosmic Rewind/Test Track at EPCOT).
  • Midday: Watch an indoor show or a performance, grab a snack/early lunch, and get some rest before moving on to other rides.
  • Afternoon: Explore the themed areas in more depth (Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios, or World Showcase, World Discovery at EPCOT) instead of rushing.
  • Evening: End your day with the park’s nighttime show or a performance, and enjoy a dine-in dinner.

Park Hopper (Multi-park access)

Ideal for:

  • Returning visitors
  • Families with older children and teenagers
  • Guests who move quickly and want to prioritize the headliners
  • Travelers who want maximum variety in 2 days

Suggested itinerary:

Day 1: Disney’s Hollywood Studios → EPCOT

  • Morning: Start at Hollywood Studios early with rides such as Rise of the Resistance or Slinky Dog Dash. Complete at least three major rides before late morning.
  • Midday: Hop to EPCOT by midday and ride one major attraction before making your way to World Showcase. Grab snacks to go instead of stopping for a sit-down meal to save time.
  • Afternoon: Continue EPCOT attractions and pavilions at a more relaxed pace to manage the heat and grab some rest. Prioritize indoor attractions like Spaceship Earth or live shows during the peak heat hours.
  • Evening: Watch the EPCOT nighttime show and ride one major attraction before ending your day.

Day 2: Disney’s Animal Kingdom → Magic Kingdom

  • Morning: Start with the Kilimanjaro Safaris at Animal Kingdom for the best sightings, then explore the Pandora attractions like the Flight of Passage or the N’avi River Journey.
  • Midday: Choose one thrill ride, such as the Expedition Everest, and combine it with either one trail walk or an exhibit. End by exploring the Tree of Life and watching the Lion King show.
  • Afternoon: Move to Magic Kingdom by afternoon when there’s a lull in the wait times, and ride the popular attractions before the lines grow. Hop on a train ride or the Jungle Cruise in the middle to save time and get some rest. Grab a snack while you watch the parade or a live show.
  • Evening: Spend time enjoying your top remaining rides from the list, and end your evening with the nighttime spectacular fireworks show.

Park Hopper Plus (Multi-park access + water park/sports experiences)

Ideal for:

  • Active travelers
  • Families with teenage children
  • Repeat visitors
  • Guests visiting during the summer months
  • Visitors who want a combination of rides and recreation 

Suggested itinerary:

Day 1: Magic Kingdom (full-day)

  • Morning: Arrive right before opening and complete your top two rides at the very start. Prioritize your morning and tour Fantasyland and Tomorrowland efficiently.
  • Midday: Take an early indoor lunch (character dining recommended) or show break, before moving on to attractions at Adventureland and Frontierland, such as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
  • Afternoon: Watch the parade and do popular attractions with lower wait times, then move on to the other rides as the crowds begin to build.
  • Evening: Watch the fireworks and ride one last attraction after the show.

Day 2: Water park/Sports experience → Theme park (as per option selected)

  • Morning: Start early if you want to visit the water parks, and finish riding your favorite attractions at the beginning of the day.
  • Midday: Take a snack break and enjoy relaxing in the lazy river, before moving on to the theme park you wish to visit.
  • Afternoon: Explore your must-visit highlights at the theme park you visit during the afternoon lull period, and enjoy a late lunch.
  • Evening: End your evening with the nighttime shows, select rides, and a themed dining experience.
  • Sports experiences: Plan your day around the timings of your sports experience, as the slot timings may vary for each visitor/group.

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