PHOTOS: Join Us for One Last Ride on the Liberty Square Riverboat
Today is a sad day for many Disney fans and the end of an era at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
It is the final day to experience the beloved and classic attractions, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat.
These experiences are rich in nostalgia and storytelling and have been longtime staples of the park’s Frontierland and Liberty Square areas.
MickeyBlog is bringing you along to experience these charming attractions one last time.
New Expansion
Beginning Monday, July 7, these attractions, along with Rivers of America will close permanently to make way for Piston Peak National Park-Magic Kingdom’s Cars-themed expansion.
Permits have recently been filed for Tom Sawyer Island, and no doubt, construction will begin soon.
This morning, the crowds were fairly light as we headed into Magic Kingdom. Both the entrance and Main Street were filled with guests ready for a great day at the park.
Pretty quiet as we rounded Liberty Square…
Just past the bridge, we noticed the crowds getting thicker.
Here is a great photo of the Liberty Belle this morning!
Liberty Square Riverboat
Cast Members were hanging the American Flag and prepping the boat.
The Liberty Belle does not officially operate until 10 AM, but like many guests we got in line early.
It is 10am! Here we go:
Guests are boarding to ride Rivers of America and experience Tom Sawyer Island.
It’s clear skies and lots of sun.
How beauitful! Nothing beats a tranquil morning at Magic Kingdom, and these views are great.
Cast members are getting ready.
And so are we- are you ready? Let’s experience the first ride of the day towards Tom Sawyer Island:
The authentic steam-powered paddle wheeler was the perfect way to cruise the scenic Rivers of America.
The Colonial-era Liberty Belle riverboat takes guests on a relaxing half-mile tour around Tom Sawyer Island.
The whole experience is only 17 minutes long but was always a great way to experience a calm and relaxing boat ride around Magic Kingdom.
If you are lucky enough to be at the park today, be sure to stop by.
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