Non-Shopping Activities at Disney Springs

Disney Springs is well-known for its shopping, but it is home to so much more than stores! Guests exploring Disney Springs will find fun and entertainment around each corner. If you aren’t much of a shopper then check out these fun non-shopping activities that you can find at Disney Springs.

Bar Crawl

Disney Springs is home to 8 different bars and lounges, each with their own special menu and theming. A Disney Springs bar crawl can be a fun way for adults to spend their time outside of the Disney parks. Some popular Disney Springs bars include Jock Lindsey’s Hanger Bar, an Indiana Jones themed dive bar offering specialty cocktails and delicious small-bites. Another great bar destination is Stargazers Bar, an outdoor patio serving cosmic cocktails and featuring live music.

Sample Delicious Treats

There are 69 different restaurant and food stands available at Disney Springs. With so much to sample you could easily spend all day trying new treats and snacks. Guests particularly love Earl of Sandwich and their Holiday Sandwich, as well as Morimoto Asia and Wine Bar George. As for sweets, Salt & Straw is great for ice cream fans and Gideon’s Bakehouse sells the most decadent gourmet cookies.

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

In need of a fun family activity during your visit to Disney Springs? Splitsville Luxury Lanes offers the classic bowling experience that everyone loves. Reserve a lane ahead of time and bowl to your heart’s content while you snack on classic bowling alley food. Splitsville Luxury Lanes is also home to billiards, a bar, and live music and entertainment.

Aerophile

If you have visited Disney Springs in the past then chances are you’ve seen the Aerophile in action. This giant helium balloon takes guests 400 feet into the air, offering views that span for miles. Tickets for this experience are currently priced at $29.99 for adults and $24.99 for children ages 9 and under. This attraction is based on the weather and wind conditions so hours of operation are subject to change.

Drawn to Life Presented by Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil has a permanent home in Disney Springs, and fans of live performances won’t want to miss Drawn to Life. This production is a collaboration between Cirque du Soleil and Disney’s Imagineers, and follows animations from an animator’s desk come to life. Guests will witness jaw-dropping acts and aerobatics during this stunning performance. Tickets are sold on Cirque du Soleil’s website, and advance reservations are strongly recommended for this experience.

Vintage Amphicar Tours

If you are looking for something truly unique during your next trip to Disney Springs then be sure to check out Vintage Amphicar Tours. Located at The Landing, guests can book a tour with the captain of a retro dream boat. This vintage car drives directly into the water where it transforms into a boat. The tour lasts approximately 20 minutes and takes guests throughout Lake Buena Vista. This experience is currently priced at $125 per car, which can accommodate up to 4 guests.

What is your favorite thing to do at Disney Springs? Do  you enjoy shopping or partaking in other forms of entertainment? Let us know in the comments below!

Featured Photo: Emily Murray.