Can you enter Epcot through Disney BoardWalk?

The International Gateway entrance to Epcot is located between Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Disney's Beach Club Resort. Any Guest who has a valid theme park admission to Epcot can use this entrance. This will also be the entrance you would use if you were to take the water taxi to Epcot from Disney's Hollywood Studios.



Yes, you can enter Epcot through the International Gateway entrance, which is located directly between the UK and France pavilions in the World Showcase. This "secret" back entrance is easily accessible via a short walk or boat ride from the Disney BoardWalk, as well as from the Yacht & Beach Club and Swan & Dolphin resorts. It is also the primary terminus for the Disney Skyliner gondola system. Entering through the International Gateway is often much faster and more relaxed than using the main front entrance near Spaceship Earth, as it typically has shorter security lines and puts you immediately into the heart of the World Showcase. This entrance is particularly strategic for guests wanting to "rope drop" Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, as it is located very close to the France pavilion. Note that while this entrance feels "private," it is a full-service gate where you can scan your MagicBand, purchase tickets, and access Guest Relations just like at the main entrance.

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However, EPCOT is unique in that it has two entrances – one at the front of the park, and the other in the back at the International Gateway. Therefore, you'll also need to determine which entrance you'll use, as it will dictate where you begin your park touring for the day.

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It's important to note that one of the coolest things about the Disney Boardwalk is you do not have to be staying at one of the hotels to enjoy it. So if you're ready to learn about this amazing entertainment area read on!

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Disney's BoardWalk Resort is a hotel and entertainment complex at the Walt Disney World resort in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando, Florida. First opened in 1996, the BoardWalk Resort is located in the Epcot Resort Area, alongside Crescent Lake, and is situated between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

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The International Gateway entrance to Epcot is located between Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Disney's Beach Club Resort. Any Guest who has a valid theme park admission to Epcot can use this entrance. This will also be the entrance you would use if you were to take the water taxi to Epcot from Disney's Hollywood Studios.

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The difference is that Guests who are not staying at this resort have a limited parking time, usually three hours or less, that can be used to explore the gorgeous BoardWalk area. This means that you can park there to check out the BoardWalk, but you cannot leave your car there while you spend the day in EPCOT.

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Standard self-parking is complimentary for day Guests while they enjoy select dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation experiences at this Disney Resort hotel.

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Walking Distances at EPCOT EPCOT is more than two times the size of Magic Kingdom, coming in at 300 acres total. Just the walk around World Showcase alone is 1.2 miles. If you walk completely around Future World and World Showcase, you'll be at 3 miles easily.

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Yes, you may walk around Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park with your adult beverage of choice purchased in the park, provided you are doing so respectfully and responsibly.

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The Walt Disney World resort in Florida has four theme parks, two water parks, a handful of hotels and a golf course. A little-known secret also worth visiting is Disney's BoardWalk. Filled with restaurants, hotels and a dueling piano bar, Disney's BoardWalk offers ticket-free entry and plenty of things to do.

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If you want to take the monorail, you need to walk from the Boardwalk to the back entrance of EPCOT. You have to walk to the front entrance of EPCOT and take the monorail there. That is sbout 20 minutes. You do not need to use the monorail if you do not want too.

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Guests will be able to enjoy easy access to Disney's BoardWalk entertainment district and a fun way to travel between International Gateway at EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios.

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Plus, the Disney Skyliner provides a relaxing trip to dining locations across Disney Resort hotels?including Disney's Yacht Club Resort, Disney's Beach Club Resort and Disney's BoardWalk Inn.

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You do not need a park reservation or additional ticket to enter the park at or after 7:00 PM. If you plan to arrive earlier than 7:00 PM, valid theme park admission will be required. A theme park reservation for EPCOT may also be required.

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EPCOT tickets cost between $114 and $179. Disney's Hollywood Studios tickets cost between $124 and $179. Disney's Animal Kingdom tickets cost between $109 and $159.

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Epcot. Parking for Epcot is located straight out in front of the park. Guests that are parking roughly 45-60 minutes before the park opens can expect to have an easy walk to the gates. In many instances, guests parking that early will not even need to use the tram.

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