Disneys Hollywood Studios Insiders Guide

Lights. Camera. Action. Hollywood Studios pays homage to entertainment and show biz. Experience the golden age of sparkle, elegance, adventure, iconic movies and television. Hollywood Studios is perfect for all ages and attractions feature heavily on shows.

Star Wars is also a big part of Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: Galaxy’s EdgeStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened August 29th 2019. It’s THE place for galactic fans to hang out.


PLEASE NOTE: Not all attractions and experiences mentioned below are available due to Covid-19 safety procedures.


Lands At Hollywood Studios:

  • Hollywood Boulevard
  • Sunset Boulevard
  • Echo Lake
  • Commissary Lane
  • Pixar Place
  • Grand Avenue
  • Animation Courtyard
  • Toy Story Land
  • Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

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Hollywood Studios Park Map

You can download a PDF of Hollywood Studios Park Map HERE
You can view an Interactive Hollywood Studios Park Map HERE


Rides & Attractions at Hollywood Studios

Echo Lake

  • Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Live Show
    Description: If you enjoyed the Indiana Jones films, you will love this fantastic, noisy, flame hot experience as Indiana and Marion explode off the starting blocks and hurtle into adventure after adventure. Fabulous family entertainment which could have Mom or Dad as one of the stars.The Indiana Jones show is short of extras so if you are an adult and would like to become a stunt extra, raise your hand when the casting director comes on stage looking for volunteers.
  • Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
    Height Restriction: 40″/102cm
    Type: 3D Motion Simulator
    Description: Take a hyper galactic flight on board a Starspeeder 1000. Each journey is unpredictable, you may encounter Star Wars villains in search of a rebel stowaway.
  • For the First Time in Forever – Frozen Sing-a-long
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Live Show
    Description: A 30 minute show ideal for everyone, from the smallest preschooler to the oldest senior. If you can smile, laugh and clap, this stage performance is for you. Anna, Elsa and two royal historians of Arendelle come together in an exhilarating and amusing program overflowing with humor which might go over the heads of small youngsters but will be fully appreciated by the adults in the audience. Sing-a-long to the famous songs from the hit Frozen movie.

Hollywood Boulevard

  • Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: 3D Movie
    Description: Take a leisurely drive through Runnamuck Park with Mickey and Minnie for a “Perfect Picnic”. Your trip will soon go off the rails on a journey that gives you twists and zany gags at every turn. This super cute attraction combines the classic Disney storytelling we all love with cutting-edge technology to bring you a one-of-a-kind experience.

Mickey and Minnies Runaway Railway Hollywood Studios

Grand Avenue

  • Muppet Vision 3D
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: 3D Movie
    Description: Hilarious action packed adventure with Kermit trying his best to prevent carnage in the theater. Plus, it’s a great excuse to sit down and relax while Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and the complete entourage keep you entertained.The show also includes Audio-Animatronics and 4-D special effects, complete with Statler and Waldorf sitting in their theater box.

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge

  • Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run
    Height Restriction: 38″/97cm
    Type: Interactive Motion Simulator
    Description: You’ll be in control of the fastest ship in the galaxy. You could be a pilot, gunner or flight engineer in a smuggling run for Hondo Ohnaka.
  • Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance
    Height Restriction: 40″/102cm
    Type: Interactive Motion Simulator
    Description: Traverse the corridors of a Star Destroyer and join an epic battle between the First Order and the Resistance. Including a face-off with Kylo Ren.

Star Wars Rise of the Resistance Hollywood Studios

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Toy Story Land

  • Slinky Dog Dash 
    Height Restriction: 38″/97cm
    Type: Family coaster
    Description: Whoosh along on this family-friendly roller coaster as the track stretches through Toy Story Land. Slinky Dog’s coils twist and turn around the curves, hills, and drop. This is the first coaster with a double-launch at a Disney park.
  • Alien Swirling Saucers 
    Height Restriction: 32″/81cm
    Type: Spinning Ride
    Description: Little green Aliens pilot toy rocket ships in an out-of-this-world attraction inspired by Andy’s toy playset from the Pizza Planet restaurant.
  • Toy Story Manai!
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: 4D Motion
    Description: A rootin’, tootin’, shootin’ 4D arcade involving your favorite Toy Story characters. Step into Andy’s room and make your way to your Carnival Ride Tram complete with funky glasses and spring-action shooter. Take aim and fire at your targets in 5 different games and watch your score mount. Play against another member of the family or try to beat your own high score.

Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land

Animation Courtyard

  • Walt Disney Presents
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Exhibition, historical and movie area.
    Description: An extensive collection showcasing Walt Disney’s legendary legacy. Take a trip through Walt’s life with a treasure trove of film props, models and sketches. View over 400 artifacts including unseen film and footage along with interviews, vintage Disney toys, costumes and more.
    Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream, a 15 minute story of his incredible and resilient life and achievements. Before the film, take a self-guided tour and check out an arrangement of exhibits and memorabilia.
  • Voyage of The Little Mermaid
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Musical show
    Description: A 15 minute show performed by large colorful puppets, special effects and live performers. Sing along to the well-known songs.
  • Star Wars Launch Bay
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Exhibition
    Description: View movie props, videos, memorabilia and merchandise from the dark side and the light side.
  • Disney Junior Dance Party – TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Dance Musical
    Description: A high energy stage production encouraging preschoolers to sing, dance and play. Disney Junior characters join in the fun.

Sunset Blvd

  • Rock & Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith
    Height Restriction: 48″/122cm
    Type: Coaster
    Single Line: Yes
    Description: Cruise the LA Freeway in a stretch limo rocking along with Aerosmith
  • Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Animated show
    Description: Legendary racer, Lightning McQueen, shares tips on how to be a champion racer in this high-octane performance
  • Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
    Height Restriction: 40″/102cm
    Type: Plunge Ride
    Description: Back in the 1930s, the hotel was hit by lightning and five guests traveling in the elevator disappeared. Your trip is in that very same elevator. The ride changes frequently, so no two trips are the same. How fast can you plummet from the 13th floor to the ground? Hop on board and find out.
  • Beauty & The Beast – Live on Stage
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Live Stage Show
    Description: Take a seat for 25 minutes and enjoy the tale as old as time. A mini lavish dancing and singing extravaganza to treat all the family.
  • Fantasmic – Currently Unavailable
    Height Restriction: None
    Type: Live Stage Show
    Description: This is a 30 minute compilation of fountains, lasers, music, songs, lights, fireworks and almost every villain to appear in a Disney movie. Mickey is dreaming and it turns into a nightmare as he is tormented by Cruella de Vil, Scar, Maleficent and others, all superimposed in bright colors on the rocky island holding Mickey. At the last-minute Mickey forces himself awake and all is well.

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Star Wars at Hollywood Studios

Star Wars might be in a galaxy far, far away, but Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a whole lot closer. This is the place to be for any self respecting Star Wars fan.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the main area to head for. Check our SWGE Guide. Plus there are lots more Star Wars attractions throughout Hollywood Studios.

Meet Star Wars characters, explore Star Wars movie props, train to be a Jedi or build your own light sabre. You even finish the night with a Star Wars finale.

STAR WARS ATTRACTIONS:

Star Tours: The Adventure Continues
All aboard Starspeeder 1000 for a thrilling 3D motion-simulated journey into space. Will you head underwater? Through a forrest? You might even get to explore the farthest reaches of space on a planet in the outer rim of the Star Wars galaxy – a planet known as Batuu. There are multiple journeys. C-3PO is your accidental pilot and you’ll see other Star Wars characters along your journey. But there’s a Hero of the Rebellion on board – is it you?

Star Wars Launch Bay – Temporarily Unavailable
Located at Animation Courtyard, Star Wars Launch Bay is a store, meeting location and museum all rolled into one. Explore galleries of memorabilia and authentic replicas of large-scale Star Wars artifacts.
Meet Characters: BB-8, Kylo Ren and Chewbacca.
Watch:  A short documentary gives an insight into the making of the Star War films with interviews from the directors and other important behind-the-scenes personnel.


Eats, Treats & Restaurants at Hollywood Studios

Hollywood Blvd

  • The Hollywood Brown & Derby – American cuisine
  • Trolley Car Cafe – Coffee & Pastries

Echo Lake

  • Hollywood & Vine – Character Buffet
  • 50’s Prime Time Cafe – American cuisines
  • Epic Eats – Funnel cakes, ice cream and floats
  • Backlot Express – Burgers, salads and sandwiches
  • Dockside Diner – Hot dogs, shakes and beverages

Commissary Lane

  • Sci Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant – 50s style “drive-in” diner
  • ABC Commissary – Quick service lunch & dinner

Grand Avenue

  • PizzeRizzo – Italian/American Pizzeria
  • Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano – Pasta, seafood & steak
  • BaseLine Tap House – Small bites and bar service

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge

  • Oga’s Cantina – Specialty cocktails, beers & bites
  • Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo – Galactic dining
  • Ronto Roasters – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Milk Stand – Blue & Green Milk
  • Kat Saka’s Kettle – Sweet & Savory snacks

Toy Storyland

  • Woody’s Lunchbox – Snacks, desserts and floats

Animation Courtyard

  • Market – Pretzels, churros and beverages
  • Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

An Incredible Celebration

  • Neighborhood Bakery – Num Num Cookies

Sunset Blvd – Sunset Ranch Market

  • Anaheim Produce – Fresh fruit and drinks
  • Rosie’s All American Cafe – Burgers etc.
  • Catalina Eddie’s – Pizza
  • Fairfax Fare – Tex-Mex
  • Hollywood Scoops – Ice Cream & Sundaes
  • Sunshine Day Bar – Beers and cocktails
  • Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

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Seasonal Dine Character Meets

You can meet Minnie and a whole host of friends during season dining at Hollywood & Vine. Breakfast characters include Jake, Sofia, Handy Manny and Doc. Lunch and dinner characters include Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy & Goofy.
Full Details: Seasonal Dining / Hollywood & Vine Dining

 

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Annual Events at Hollywood Studios

Every year, Hollywood Studios is a wintery wonderland as a Flurry of Fun sprinkles fabulous fun everywhere. Sunset Seasons Greetings transforms Hollywood Tower of Terror into a moving spectacle. Sunset Boulevard comes alive with magical billboards and falling ‘snow’.

Jingle Bell Jing BAM! takes visitors on a magical hunt for Santa with state-of-the-art projections, fireworks, special effects and Christmas music.

The whole park is blanketed in a magical and nostalgic elegant decor.

 

We hope you enjoy your trip to the movies as much as we do! Have fun at Hollywood Studios.

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