A Guide to Disney’s Enchanting Extras Collection: EPCOT
If you’ve ever thought that Disney World couldn’t possibly get more magical, I’m here to tell you that it can…and it does.
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Whether you’re exploring a theme park, relaxing at a Disney resort, or shopping and eating your way around Disney Springs, there’s always magic around every corner.
Sometimes, it’s the obvious magic — classic, well-known Disney experiences like fireworks, character dining, and show-stopping parades.
Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom
Other times, the magic comes from unexpected surprises, like a chance character meeting or a connection with a kind Cast Member.
Raya Meet and Greet in EPCOT
But in Disney World, there’s yet another kind of magic — and it’s the kind you get when you go above and beyond the bounds of “regular” Disney magic. The kind that happens when you book an Enchanting Extra!
What is the Enchanting Extra Collection?
In case you’re unfamiliar, Disney’s Enchanting Extras Collection is a selection of unique and extraordinary Disney World experiences designed to add some extra pixie dust to your vacation.
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Naturally, Enchanting Extras are available ALL over Disney World – at all four parks, at various Disney resorts, and even at Disney Springs and Disney’s water parks!
We’ve already taken a look at all the special experiences at Magic Kingdom. Now, we’re exploring all the Enchanted Extras you can find over at EPCOT. Let’s check it out!
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
Enchanting Extras: EPCOT
Behind the Seeds Tour
Over at EPCOT, Living with the Land is a classic slow ride with a cult-like following and an educational twist. While the ride begins with a tour of various types of ecosystems, it ends with a tour of EPCOT’s impressive greenhouses.
Behind the Seeds Tour Greenhouses
If you’ve ever wondered what exactly goes on inside those greenhouses, you will LOVE this one-hour, behind-the-scenes tour!
In Behind the Seeds, you’ll tour The Land pavilion’s fish farm and four greenhouses, learning about the fish, plants, and technology that make the greenhouses tick!
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Priced at $39 per person, Behind the Seeds is a great value for anyone interested in gardening, growing, or cooking! Guests must be three years or older to participate, and advance reservations are highly recommended.
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If Behind the Seeds is on your Disney World wish list, snag your spot up to 60 days in advance (or 60 days from check-in for Disney World resort guests).
EPCOT Seas Adventures – DiveQuest
Calling all diving enthusiasts! If you thought scuba diving was out of the question in Orlando, I’ve got news for you! Over at EPCOT, divers can go where few guests have gone before: the 5.7-million-gallon saltwater aquarium at EPCOT’s The Seas pavilion!
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In this incredible DiveQuest adventure, you’ll swim with over 2,000 aquatic animals, like sea turtles, reef fish, stingrays, and sharks! Friends and family can even watch your dive through the pavilion’s giant windows.
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If you’re planning to embark on this underwater adventure, be sure to allow a two-hour window for the experience.
You’ll spend approximately 40 minutes on the dive itself, and the remaining time on a backstage tour, where you’ll explore the inner workings of the aquarium.
Divers at The Seas
If you’re interested in this extraordinary Disney adventure, know that you must be at least 10 years old AND Open Water SCUBA certified to participate.
EPCOT DiveQuest costs $229 per person (plus tax) and is available on select days. Be sure to make your reservations in advance!
GEO-82 Fireworks Experience
Disney World may be famous for its family-friendly reputation, but there are also incredible experiences for adults if you know where to look. In fact, Disney World offers a range of sophisticated adults-only spaces, including but not limited to the new GEO-82 Lounge.
GEO-82 Lounge
Located inside EPCOT’s iconic Spaceship Earth, GEO-82 Lounge offers cocktails and light bites in an elegant and luxurious atmosphere. No matter when you visit, this kid-free lounge is the perfect setting for date night or just a night out with friends.
Of course, if you want to pump up the magic, the GEO-82 Fireworks Experience is sure to kick things up a notch!
GEO-82 Fireworks Experience
With this exciting Enchanting Extra, you’ll enjoy champagne and event-exclusive cocktails, a tasting tower of savory light bites (available before Luminous The Symphony of Us begins), and an array of desserts served during Luminous The Symphony of Us.
Best of all, you’ll score a jaw-dropping view of EPCOT’s nightly fireworks show through the lounge’s enormous picture windows.
GEO-82 Fireworks Experience
Ready to check it out for yourself? The GEO-82 Fireworks Experience is available for guests 21 and older, and costs $179 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Advance reservations are required.
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Bottoms up!
La Cava Experience
If you go LEFT at the entrance to World Showcase, this next Enchanting Extra is for you!
Mexico Pavilion
Across from the pyramid over at EPCOT’s Mexico pavilion lies La Hacienda de San Angel — home of the La Cava Experience!
La Cava del Tequila at EPCOT
Thanks to its fabulous food and fireworks views, La Hacienda de San Angel is a perennial fan favorite among guests.
But whether you’ve visited 100 times over or haven’t yet had the pleasure, the La Cava Experience should be on your EPCOT to-do list!
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Priced at $180 per person (plus tax and gratuity), the La Cava Experience is a one-of-a-kind memory in the making!
Under the careful guidance of a certified Tequila Ambassador, you’ll taste a selection of rare agave spirits (some of which can only be found at the La Cava Experience!), each paired with a flavor that complements that pick.
La Hacienda de San Angel
If you’re interested in this unique Disney World experience, you can snag your spot 60 days in advance (or 60 days from check-in for Disney World resort guests). While same-day reservations are not available online, last-minute reservations can sometimes be accommodated at the La Hacienda de San Angel host stand.
Fireworks Dining Packages
When it comes to iconic Disney World moments, there’s nothing quite like a fireworks show! Over at Magic Kingdom, you can add a little extra magic to the evening with a Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party. But at EPCOT, it’s all about the Fireworks Dining Package!
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If you’re looking for the very best viewing spots for Luminous The Symphony of Us, a Fireworks Dining Package is the way to go.
Luminous: The Symphony of Us
Currently, Fireworks Dining Packages are available at the Rose & Crown Dining Room…
Rose and Crown Pub – United Kingdom Pavilion
…and at Spice Road Table in the Morocco pavilion.
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If you choose Rose & Crown for your fireworks dining experience, your package will include a prix fixe menu. This includes one appetizer, one entrée, one dessert, and a selection of unlimited beverages for $92 per adult and $41 per child, plus tax and gratuity.
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Meanwhile, the Spice Road Table Dining Package offers a prix fixe menu that includes your choice of two small plates, a shared tagine, unlimited beverages, and a platter of sweets and treats. Expect to pay $81 per adult and $31 per child, plus tax and gratuity.
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Be aware that advance reservations are highly recommended, and that the Disney Dining Plan is not accepted for Fireworks Dining Packages.
Capture Your Moment: EPCOT
With all the gorgeous locations around EPCOT’s World Showcase, it’s no surprise that the park is home to some pretty perfect photo ops.
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If you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion — or if you just want some fab family photos — Capture Your Moment: EPCOT will help you make it happen!
For your session, you’ll choose between the Germany, Italy, American Adventure, Japan, and Morocco pavilions. Whichever you choose, you can’t go wrong!
Germany Pavilion
Pricing begins at $99 per 20-minute session. Need more time? You can book an additional session for another $99.
If you’ve already purchased Disney’s Memory Maker photo package, ALL of the photos from your session are included in that price. If you haven’t purchased Memory Maker, you can purchase individual photos through your My Disney Experience app.
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While same-day sessions are sometimes available, we recommend securing your advance reservation ahead of time through your MyDisneyExperience app.
Festivals and Concert Series Dining Packages
In case you missed it, EPCOT is home to four incredible festivals each year: the Festival of the Arts, Flower & Garden Festival, Food & Wine Festival, and the Festival of the Holidays.
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Honestly, each and every one of these festivals is worth a visit. With unique foods, vibes, and offerings, they’re all different and distinct (wondering which one is right for you? Take the quiz right HERE!).
Still, one thing these events all have in common is live entertainment — and the exclusive dining packages that go along with it!
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What do I mean?
Well, each EPCOT festival features an impressive lineup of live entertainment — think fan-favorite bands and Broadway-style performances that take place at the America Gardens Theater at night.
American Gardens Theater
Naturally, these performances are pretty popular — and getting a good seat can be fairly tricky.
Fortunately, booking a dining package allows you to enjoy some great food AND secure the perfect viewing spot!
Biergarten Restaurant
Participating restaurants may vary depending on the year and the festival during which you visit. However, these sometimes include Biergarten Restaurant, Chefs de France, Teppan Edo, Tutto Italia Ristorante, and more.
Tutto Italia Ristorante at EPCOT
When you book a dining package, you’ll enjoy a prix fixe menu at your restaurant of choice. Later, you’ll receive guaranteed prime seats to the live performance that day.
Just arrive at the theater before the performance begins, and you’ll enter the venue through a separate entrance and be seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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As with most Enchanting Extras options, we recommend you snag your advance reservations early!
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