When you are planning a trip to Disney parks, you may be wondering should I build in a break day at Disney World? Also, what activities are available for a non-park day? If that’s you, this post is for you.
Should you have a non-park day?
A theme park trip can be pricey. So, the idea of taking a break day may sound weird. So, I thought I would start this post with a list of pros and cons of taking a break day.
Pros
- Time to relax – Most theme park days at Disney are go, go, go! So, it can be nice to sleep in and not worry about rope dropping the park or an early restaurant reservation.
- Can enjoy non-park activities – There’s so much to do at Disney World and in Orlando that a non-park day doesn’t have to be boring.
- Feel better – Taking a rest day can help you feel better when you return to the parks the next day or when you return home.
- Can save money – This sounds counter-intuitive, but you are paying for one less day in the parks. Note, this wouldn’t mean anything for passholders.
Cons
- Added expense – You will have to pay for another night at a hotel and a whole day’s worth of food and possibly entertainment.
- Longer trip – I know how difficult it can be to schedule time off of work or to leave things at home. So, another day may be too much.
- Some people may get bored – If you prefer to constantly be moving, then maybe you don’t need a break day.
What to do on a break day at Disney World
Here are some ideas for things to do outside the parks!
- Go swimming – Most resorts have nice pools and a break day is a wonderful day to take full advantage of them! I’ve heard good things about the pools at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and the main one at Coronado Springs is pretty.
- Go shopping – My mom loves to hit up the local outlet malls. We prefer the one near Universal but they are both good.
- Watch tv – I know it doesn’t sound exciting, but it can feel refreshing to just catch up on a favorite show or watch an old Disney cartoon on tv.
- Enjoy the resort – Lots of resorts have fantastic restaurants to enjoy. Plus, some deluxe resorts have great entertainment options. For instance, Fort Wilderness has the Tri-Circle-D Ranch that anyone can visit. I keep thinking I will visit someday, but never have time. You can even book a carriage ride at certain resorts!
- Go fishing – Yes, there are several resorts on property where you can go fishing!
- Play golf – There are two mini golf courses as well as three full golf courses on property!
- Visit Disney Springs – There’s lots to see and eat at Disney Springs!
- Visit a water park – There are two water parks on property, with one being open at a time.
- Visit Orlando – You could visit Kennedy Space Center or another theme park! There’s lots to do in Orlando besides Disney or other theme parks. There’s even a Medieval Times in Orlando!
What do you do on a break day at Disney?
Do you take break days at Disney? If so, what do you do on those non-park days?
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