text: Here is your Animal Kingdom Park Guide! I often get asked about the Disney parks in Orlando when clients are booking vacations. Which rides are in which park? Where’s the best place to eat? Which park will my child enjoy the most? Where do I meet Elsa?
  I hear you! So let’s go over each of Disney’s 4 parks and Disney Springs. We’ll talk Animal Kingdom here but if you’re looking for other parks, you can read about Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs by following those links =)
  Animal Kingdom has great rides and amazing shows for all ages! Pandora- The World of Avatar is the newest section of Animal Kingdom. I’ve made a full list, just for you of rides and attractions. Rides with a * after the name are available for fast pass selection, meaning you can skip most of the line! For more on fast passes, check out my article here. You can find height requirements for rides here.
  The Festival of the Lion King is a must-do. It’s basically an indoor parade full of amazing floats and incredible singers and performers. Seriously, don’t miss it! Kali River Rapids usually close during January and February for refurb each year, which isn’t a big deal since it’s not really hot enough those months for a good soaking. Up! A Great Bird Adventure was surprisingly fun. You learn about some great birds and Russel and Doug from the Pixar Movie Up are part of the show.
  Rivers of Light: We Are One is the current Animal Kingdom nighttime show and fireworks display. It happens just as the park is getting read to close, in the lagoon in the center of the park. It is 17 minutes long, and does NOT include Fireworks (too many animals near by). It does include footage from many of the Disneynature films and classic animated films like The Lion King. It’s the best way to end a fun filled day in Animal Kingdom!
  There are some really great food options in Animal Kingdom. Keep in mind that if you have a dining plan, your table service credits work for character dining experiences! I talk more about character dining here. Not sure what the dining plan is? Read more about the dining plan options here!
  If you’re looking for a great character meal with delicious and unique food, it’s Tusker House. The characters in their safari gear are absolutely adorable and while there is kid friendly food (chicken nuggets, Mac and cheese, etc) there’s also some great authentic African food. Definitely worth a visit! If you’re looking for something a little quicker, Flame Tree Barbecue is where you want to stop. Mac and Cheese topped with pulled pork. Enough said.
  There are some great characters to meet in Animal Kingdom. Some are at dining experiences (which I talk more about here), but these characters are at specific spots throughout the park during specific hours. You can ask any cast member for times and spots! Here’s where you can find most of the characters that are in Animal Kingdom.