How to Enjoy All Four Walt Disney World Parks In One Day! (Updated)

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Queen Thrifty

Planning a Walt Disney World Parks visit without kids make sure you have a travel agenda. With a super busy travel schedule, I typically can only squeeze in one day at Walt Disney Parks. To optimize our magical experience, I teamed up with WDW Fan Zone Contributor Lottie Ferguson to assist me with park hop plan. With her expertise, King Thrifty and I were able to tackle four parks in one day. We had and amazing time here is the entire agenda on how to enjoy all four Walt Disney Parks in one day the magic was endless.

Tips before you arrive at the gate:

1.Buy park tickets ahead of time.

2.Download My Disney Experience App & link your park tickets, preferably 30 days before your visit.

3.Make lunch reservations at Epcot.

4.Book evening Fast Passes at Hollywood Studios.

5.Check out park hours.

6.Purchase a refillable water bottle with a filter.

The day has arrived…

Start the day at the Magic Kingdom be there by rope drop (park opening) and ride one of the “mountains” Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain) or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Use your My Disney Experience app to check wait times and choose any other combination of rides. Stay in this park no more than three hours, grab a Mickey ice cream bar, churro or turkey leg and take a picture in front of the castle on your way out.

Upon exit, take the Monorail to the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC). Early in the day, the Express Monorail will have a shorter line. Switch Monorail trains at the TTC and goes to Epcot. Ride Soarin, check out the World Showcase, eat lunch there (reservations, yay!). Spend no more than three hours here, but be sure to ride Spaceship Earth and take a picture in front before leaving.

Grab a bus and head to the Animal Kingdom. Once yu arrive head to the Ride Kilimanjaro Safari then stop by Tamu Tamu Refreshments for a Dole Whip this location serves them with or without rum. Use the single rider line and have a blast on Expedition Everest. Check out some of the animal trails then take a break and enjoy the Festival of the Lion King. There are a few great counter service dining options here; Flame Tree Barbecue is the most popular. Eat a quick dinner, then take a picture in front of the Tree of Life before exiting. Visit this park no longer than 3 hours, leaving a minimum of one hour before park closing to avoid traffic.

Hop back on a bus and ride to Hollywood Studios. Use the Fast Passes you booked for Toy Story Midway Mania or Rockin Roller Coaster, and Tower of Terror. Ride Star Tours and anything else time allows, but if your timing is right, two and a half hours in this park will be exactly what you need to take a bus back to the Magic Kingdom for Wishes or a boat ride back to Epcot just in time for Illuminations.

This plan is only good with the current 2017 parks schedule which may change at any time. Please let me know how your day goes I hope it’s filled with magic.

58 thoughts on “How to Enjoy All Four Walt Disney World Parks In One Day! (Updated)”

Lakeda B. on January 22, 2017 at 12:32 PM said:

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- Queen Thrifty on January 22, 2017 at 1:54 PM said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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May Rodriguez on January 22, 2017 at 5:40 PM said:

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edira on January 22, 2017 at 8:14 PM said:

Wow, thanks for sharing the tips! I love your matching outfits, so cute! ❤

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The Thought Card on January 22, 2017 at 8:40 PM said:

Extremely helpful since I’m planning my birthday vacation for the Fall!

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marilynsocialpr on January 23, 2017 at 12:00 PM said:

Great walk through of how to visit them all. I like the attraction suggestions too! I have only been to animal kingdom, but with the kids. I have been trying to figure out a way to go back lol.

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Marygrace on January 23, 2017 at 6:38 PM said:

Great tips! I like how you set a time limit for each park – that’s a good strategy! And one must not forget a Turkey Leg!!

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- Queen Thrifty on January 23, 2017 at 6:48 PM said:
  
  There so delicious
  
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Molly Denis on January 23, 2017 at 6:44 PM said:

Thanks for the chance!

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- Queen Thrifty on January 23, 2017 at 6:47 PM said:
  
  your welcome
  
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LaTanya (@sweetums82) on January 23, 2017 at 6:48 PM said:

Epcot seems like a great place to start

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gaynycdadMitch on January 23, 2017 at 7:12 PM said:

I love this article! Your Disney enthusiasm shines through, and honey, we definitely share that! We did three parks in one day with extended family and were so proud of ourselves, next time we do your challenge!

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Amanda D. on January 24, 2017 at 1:39 PM said:

I never really thought about doing this! Love the ideas! May try next time! Thanks!

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shirley wallace on January 24, 2017 at 3:33 PM said:

Thank you !!! Great info.

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momnanja on January 24, 2017 at 5:04 PM said:

Thanks for this terrific giveaway!

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Stephanie on January 24, 2017 at 10:02 PM said:

This would be a fun prize!

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Joanne Arnold on January 24, 2017 at 10:50 PM said:

Love the tips! Part of the fun is in the planning!

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Audrey Stewart on January 24, 2017 at 11:30 PM said:

Great article. We love anything Disney.

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Carolyn Daley on January 25, 2017 at 12:21 PM said:

My day is going well, but it could always be better. Magic Kingdom is my favorite park, but I have not had the pleasure of riding the latest attraction Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. We might go this Spring since they brought back the Florida resident deal. Thank you for sharing your experience and tips for those who want to get multiple parks done in a day.

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Michele t on January 26, 2017 at 7:57 AM said:

All four parks in a day? Phew! We just did it in 4 days. That was enough for us!

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Bridget Breslin on January 26, 2017 at 5:33 PM said:

Sis, I am tired just reading that! I thought I was a Disnerd and WDW expert, but you put me to shame! LOL. We go every other year, but I don’t think we have ever done more than two parks in one day. You give excellent advice and I am taking notes! We are going in September, so I better start my circuit training now! Thank you for the fantastic advice.

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Jessica Whitehouse on January 29, 2017 at 5:40 PM said:

I would love to be able to take my kids to Disney

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AngelaS on February 14, 2017 at 1:46 PM said:

We are hoping to celebrate my Godson’s 7th birthday at Disneyland. It has been his number one request. It will not be a kid free trip but the tips will be helpful. Thanks

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Tammy Taylor on February 19, 2017 at 10:34 PM said:

Taking my family to Disney has always been my dream.

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Christian Gertsen on March 11, 2017 at 7:55 PM said:

Thank you so much for sharing. I hope to visit Disneyland soon in the future.

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- Queen Thrifty on March 11, 2017 at 7:56 PM said:
  
  Your welcome! Wow Disney is a blast I went last year and hopped all four parks in one day.
  
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Recovering Hippie on March 12, 2017 at 7:53 PM said:

I have such amazing memories of going to Disney when we were children. And even fonder memories of visiting as an adult.

You are absolutely right, planning is so important to make the most of your time, although I never seem to plan as much as I should. Great advice here I this post.

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Riely on March 15, 2017 at 1:02 AM said:

I love Disney World. This plan seems full proof; you just need the nice big bed in the end to pass right out into a deep slumber after this crazy packed day! I am not sure I would be able to fit everything in. There is so much to see.

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brownieonthego on March 15, 2017 at 8:11 AM said:

Wooow that’s one hell of a day! Great planning! It’s on my bucket list to go there one day. I absolutely love the last photo!

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Only By Land on March 17, 2017 at 2:11 PM said:

Wow, 4 parks in a day is an achievement! I managed only Hollywood Studios.when I visited Orlando. I did get to meet lots of characters though including Chewbacca and Darth Vader, my 2 year old was a little scared to say the least.

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- Queen Thrifty on March 17, 2017 at 2:13 PM said:
  
  Wow I am jealous I didn’t meet any of my favorites, but I did have a great time.
  
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Mango Lady Diaries (@mangoladydiarie) on March 18, 2017 at 12:52 AM said:

Your post is really helpful. Planning a day’s trip to Walt Disney and to cover it all seems like a huge job and it is hard to decide how to do it. You have done a wonderful job. Will follow this plan when going out there.

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gokulr27 on March 22, 2017 at 1:10 AM said:

Thanks for the tips….There is so much to explore in the park. This post made it easier now.

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mimicutelips on April 18, 2017 at 2:39 PM said:

This is a serious plan. My daughter is begging me to take her to Disney. I’m taking notes.

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- Queen Thrifty on April 18, 2017 at 3:48 PM said:
  
  Let me know if you need a custom plan.
  
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Southern Mommas on April 18, 2017 at 3:48 PM said:

This is perfect for when we decide to go! Thanks for the great tips!

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Sondra Barker on April 18, 2017 at 8:48 PM said:

This is such a great plan for a day trip! I didn’t even know it was possible to do all four,but it makes sense to use your time wisely. I definitely need to do this next time!

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- Queen Thrifty on April 18, 2017 at 8:51 PM said:
  
  Bloggers are provided one day Hopper Passes and we don’t have children so we focused on things that we really wanted to ride and Lottie did a custom plan for us.
  
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Jessica Taylor on April 18, 2017 at 9:35 PM said:

These are great tips! We are going in January and I was overwhelmed thinking of how we would see everything in one weekend.

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- Queen Thrifty on April 18, 2017 at 10:03 PM said:
  
  Feel free to reach out to Lottie she love helping families plan there trip to WDW
  
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The Playful Parent on April 18, 2017 at 10:36 PM said:

Wow that’s awesome that you visited all those parks in one day. Great trip tips, thanks.

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Claudia Krusch on April 19, 2017 at 8:59 AM said:

Love your post! I usually go in a hurry and hop through the parks in one or two days, so your post is spot on!! Thank you for sharing it!

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Josselyn Radillo on April 20, 2017 at 12:19 AM said:

I needed this post in my life, your Disney enthusiasm shines through in every word of this post

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Lynnette on April 20, 2017 at 1:35 AM said:

Aww how cute I am loving your custom Mickey ears !

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Elizabeth Brico on April 20, 2017 at 4:00 AM said:

This is nuts! I don’t know if I could pull it off with the creatures I have in tow. Good on you!

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duffelbagspouse on April 20, 2017 at 6:16 AM said:

You were rolling. Glad you had a good time, the last time I went we had two kids and we didn’t get even half accomplished. But we had a good time.

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Angela Milnes on April 20, 2017 at 9:00 AM said:

What good tips we’re planning to go in Disney for my son’s birthday this post was helpful for us.

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- Queen Thrifty on April 22, 2017 at 9:10 AM said:
  
  Thank you let me know if you need help planning.
  
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Kat on April 20, 2017 at 11:53 AM said:

Great outfits! I don’t think I’ll be ever able to go there:(. But’ I’m sure that your tips are helpful for someone who’s planning to visit Disney World Parks:)

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Wildish Jess on April 21, 2017 at 1:57 AM said:

Wow, all four in one day! You are wonder woman!

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Elizabeth O. on April 21, 2017 at 4:11 AM said:

This is really nice, it’s perfect for people who doesn’t have a lot of time to explore the four parks. I really appreciate your guide! You’re awesome!

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Rosey Everyday on April 21, 2017 at 5:09 AM said:

Wow that’s great! I can totally relate to wanting to make the most of your visits to theme parks. It can get super busy anytime of the year and having a plan is essential to make the best of the situation.

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New Labels Only on April 21, 2017 at 6:34 AM said:

I’ve never been to Disney land or park before but you have given my some great tips here and this is going to be fun. Hoepfully this summer is Disney park time!

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katrinagehman on April 21, 2017 at 9:36 AM said:

e hope to do disney later this year, and can’t wait!

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Daisha Renee on April 21, 2017 at 11:55 AM said:

Sheesh I love Disney but 4 parks in one day! They will be wheeling me out the 2nd park lol. Unfortunately I believe my next visit will be with the kiddos, but I’ll have to try this without them

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Cynthia Nicoletti on April 22, 2017 at 9:42 AM said:

Sounds like great fun to do all parks in one day !! Looking to go back to Disney really soon.

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Mommy Engineering on April 22, 2017 at 4:34 PM said:

Oh man! That is way too much fun packed in just one day! That’s great that you were able to experience them all!

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- Queen Thrifty on April 22, 2017 at 4:54 PM said:
  
  We had a blast!
  
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