10 Best Children's Activities at Walt Disney World

I'm sure you all know about Disney World's amazinginto One of Disney's Fabulous Themed Pools. You
theme parks, but are you familiar with the myriad ofcan't do much better than a dip in one of Disney's
fascinating activities for children offered throughoutwonderful swimming pools. Children's favorites: the
Walt Disney World that are either complimentary orVolcano Pool at Disney's Polynesian Resort featuring
offered for a reasonable fee to Disney resorta smoking volcano slide, underwater music, and
guests? Here are some of the best:o Snag a Basssparkling waterfall, all with a superb view of the
On a Kid's Fishing Excursion. 1-hour angling trips justSeven Seas Lagoon; the Wilderness Lodge's
for children are available from the resort marinas ofboulder-lined pool featuring waterfalls, rocky
Disney's Contemporary, Grand Floridian, Polynesian,overlooks, water slide, and a nearby geyser; the
Wilderness Lodge, and Yacht Club. For miles of shoreeye-popping Stormalong Bay, a mini-water park
fishing head over to Disney's Ft. Wilderness wherecomplex that meanders between the Yacht and
cane poles and rods and reels may be rented at theBeach Club, offering three acres of winding, watery
Bike Barn in the Meadow Recreation Area. Calldelight including sandy bottom pools, a giant
407-WDW-PLAY for reservations.o Enjoy the Old"shipwreck" waterslide, a tidal whirlpool, bubbling hot
West. Hayrides depart each evening from Pioneer Halltubs, a kiddie pool with its own slide next to the
at Fort Wilderness for a 45-minute trip. Very tame,beach, and enough length to float lazily in inner tubes
cowboy-guided trail rides are also offered, or youngerto your heart's delight.o Search for Buried Treasure
children can opt for a $2 pony ride at the Forton a Pirate's Cruise. Every Monday, Wednesday,
Wilderness Petting Farm. Make reservations inThursday, and Saturday children sail from the dock of
advance by calling 407-WDW-PLAY.o Sing-Along inDisney's Grand Floridian Resort on a 2-hour
Front of the Campfire. Families gather round thesupervised trip to a deserted island. A similar
campfire each evening at Ft. Wilderness for aAlbatross Treasure Cruise departs from the Yacht
sing-along, marshmallow roast, and a Disney animatedClub Marina each Wednesday and Friday. Call
movie. Complimentary to all Walt Disney World resort407-WDW-DINE for reservations.o Attend a
guests.o Watch the Electrical Water Pageant Parade.Children's Tea Party. A "Wonderland Tea Party"
Nightly on the Seven Seas Lagoon is a delightfulhappens Mon-Fri at 1:30 P.M. in 1900 Park Fare at
1000-foot string of illuminated barges featuring KingDisney's Grand Floridian Resort. Hosted by characters
Neptune and his court of whales, sea serpents, andfrom Alice in Wonderland, the little ones play games,
other deep-sea creatures. The free show can belisten to stories, and drink apple "tea". $28. Strictly for
seen from the beaches of Disney's Polynesian, Grandchildren ages 3-10. Call 407-WDW-DINE for
Floridian, Contemporary, and Wilderness Lodgereservations.o Take in a Character Meal. These
Resorts.o Ride Up Front with the Monorail Driver.extremely popular dining opportunities, offered at
Simply ask the Cast Member on duty. They will beboth the Disney theme parks and resort hotels, are a
happy to oblige as long as the front car is empty.operfect way for your children to spend extra time
Take a Spin on a Watermouse Boat. Rent one ofwith favorite Disney characters. Meals are offered in
these two-seater mini-power boats and zip aroundthree ways depending on the restaurant:
one of Disney's lakes at 22 miles per hour. Kidsbuffet-style, family-style, or pre-plated meals;
absolutely love them! Available at the Contemporary,regardless, it's essentially all-you-can-eat. Characters
Polynesian, Grand Floridian, the Yacht and Beach Club,work the room, stopping at each table to interact
Downtown Disney, and the Wilderness Lodge.o Divewith guests, pose for photos, and sign autographs.