EPCOT is a Disney park that brings cultures together, celebrates the countries of the world, and the innovation and progress of mankind. In the past, EPCOT had a reputation as being a park that is more suited towards adults. While its true that many adults love EPCOT because of its thrilling attractions and intricate World Showcase, kids can and do love this park just as much as the grown-ups. Kids love World Showcase for many reasons, but exploring each country pavilion can be an enriching and educational experience for children. Here are some of the World Showcase pavilions that kids really love.
Norway
Norway is an excellent World Showcase pavilion that kids absolutely adore! Norway is home to Frozen Ever After, the fun boat ride through Arendelle that brings Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf to life. This attraction is suitable for children of all ages and heights! Norway is also where guests can meet Anna and Elsa. Frozen fans absolutely love this experience. Norway is also where guests will find Akershus, the princess buffet. Featuring breakfast, lunch, and dinner, guests can enjoy a Norwegian buffet while they meet their favorite Disney princesses.
Japan
This pavilion is loved by many children because of its unique atmosphere and large gift shop. The Japan pavilion is home to Mitsukoshi Department Store where kids and adults can shop for Japanese souvenirs from their favorite franchises like Pokemon. Outside of the shop are Gachupin machines featuring figurines from Nintendo games and more. Kids also love the live Japanese drumming performance, and walking through the Japanese gardens.
France
Another pavilion popular with children is the France pavilion. Home of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, this pavilion features an attraction that kids of all ages and heights can enjoy. Join Remy as he cooks in Gusteau’s kitchen. This attraction will really shrink you down to the size of a rat! After the attraction guests can enjoy crepes and other French goodies.
Mexico
The Mexico pavilion is another one that kids will really enjoy. This pavilion is located inside a replica of a Mayan pyramid. Guests enter the pavilion and see The Three Caballeros attraction, where guest take a boat ride through Mexico while they search for Donald Duck who is missing. After this attraction kids and adults will have fun shopping at the street market-like shop. Adults love La Cava Del Tequila nearby, and kids will love exploring the Coco exhibit.
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom pavilion is a popular one with children. Though it doesn’t have any attractions, it does have a meet and greet with Winnie the Pooh, and Alice in Wonderland has been known to make appearances as well. There are gardens to explore, as well as a miniature hedge maze.
Do your kids love EPCOT? Which World Showcase pavilion is their favorite to visit? We want to hear from you in the comments below!
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Written by
Megan Woodard
Contributing Writer
Megan was born into a Disney family. Her first trip to Disney World was when she was only 18 months old. Now as an adult, Megan loves to share the magic of Disney with her family. Keeping up with Disney news and Disney World knowledge is a fun hobby for Megan. Disney World is her favorite place to be and continuously brings back her childhood joy.
