Walt Disney World® Resort

Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World: A Side-by-Side Guide

"The sprawling Florida resort covers roughly 25,000 acres and includes four theme parks, two water parks, dozens of hotels, and hundreds of attractions—more than 275 experiences overall—making it best suited for week-long visits and trips that prioritize variety and luxury accommodations. It features marquee modern attractions like Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, expansive dining options (over 400 venues, including some with Michelin-level recognition), and a broad on-site hotel portfolio ranging from value to high-end themed properties. Navigating the property requires planning and use of an extensive complimentary transit system—buses, monorail, gondolas, ferries—and unique services like an accessible Minnie Van. Expect humid summers with frequent afternoon storms and hurricane-season considerations, $30 daily theme-park parking, and proximity to other Central Florida parks such as Universal and Legoland for extended-park itineraries." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines