Behind the scenes tour

[garyb3529]

Anyone done the behind the scenes tour at Magic Kingdom? Where they take you to the first floor of Disney? We did it two years ago and found it to be really interesting. You know that little dip you take in the Pirates ride? Its actually the first floor.

[gochmaster]

What do.u have to.do.to see that???

[disneyobsessed808]

i would love to do these tours one day, though i've never had the opportunity. hopefully i can sometime on my next trip...whenever that is :pout:


What do.u have to.do.to see that???

there are two tours at wdw that go behind the scenes in magic kingdom:

keys to the kingdom http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tours-and-experiences/keys-to-the-kingdom/


This approximately 4.5-hour walking tour explores the stories behind the remarkable creation and growth of Magic Kingdom theme park. Hear the intriguing story of Walt Disney and learn how his innovative ideas, revolutionary visions, creative philosophies and amazing accomplishments brought the Theme Park to life. The journey includes stops at backstage facilities and a variety of favorite attractions.

One unforgettable highlight is a trip below Magic Kingdom theme park into the service tunnels known as the Utilidors. This is one urban legend that is absolutely, and almost unbelievably, true—the Guest accessible areas of Magic Kingdom theme park are actually on the second floor of a massive structure. The first floor—called the Utilidors—allows Cast Members, deliveries and even trash to be unknowingly transported below Guests' feet as they wait in line for their favorite attraction.

and backstage magic http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tours-and-experiences/backstage-magic/


Discover some of the secrets behind the magic of Walt Disney World Resort! Get an in-depth look at the creative and technical operations used behind the scenes to bring innovative special effects, world-class entertainment and elaborate attractions to life.

At Epcot, we'll reveal some of the exquisite details that make The American Adventure one of our most popular attractions. You'll see Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom theme park in a whole new light after your guide leads you through a hidden world—the legendary underground "Utilidor" tunnel system.

From artistic accents to eye-catching designs, nearly everything that surrounds you at Walt Disney World Resort is created and maintained by the artisans of Central Shops whose masterpieces transport you to Fantasyland and beyond. Take a break with a family-style lunch at the Whispering Canyon Café inside Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Then, see how horticulture and landscape design play a starring role in creating an endless variety of uniquely themed environments at the Walt Disney World Nursery & Tree Farm.

Head to Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park and see how Walt Disney Imagineers combined cutting-edge design with breakthrough technology to create the thrilling Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Here, as in every corner of Walt Disney World Resort, wardrobe is an integral part of the magic, so you'll learn how the Creative Costuming team outfits the performers in Disney parades and shows. Finally, wrap up a most wonderful day at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park with an up-close look at Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade.

[garyb3529]

i would love to do these tours one day, though i've never had the opportunity. hopefully i can sometime on my next trip...whenever that is :pout:



there are two tours at wdw that go behind the scenes in magic kingdom:

keys to the kingdom http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tours-and-experiences/keys-to-the-kingdom/



and backstage magic http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tours-and-experiences/backstage-magic/


Yes, keys to the Kingdom is what we took. It was $60 per person and you have a CM take you around Magic Kingdom. They also take you behind and show you the floats and how garbage is removed without guest seeing it. You go on a few rides like Haunted Manison and Pirates. They end it by taking you underground (which is actually the first floor) and you can see some of the characters with there mask off, you have to be over 16 years old for that reason to take the tour. Whats also cool, the names on the windows on Main Street were names Walt and his brother used to buy up land in Florida. Walts name is on one of the last shops facing the castle, they suspect he choose that so he can see the people leaving, but thats just what the CM told us.

[Samjive]

I did a tour of Disneyland during the 50th anniversary. It was called a Walk in Walt's Footsteps. It was so awesome! We actually were allowed to go into Club 33 (only the entryway but still totally awesome!) I would love to take this tour at WDW. Thanks for posting the information about the tour.

[PinkCow]

Wow, this sounds fantastic! This is definitely going on my to-do list. ;) I didn't even know this existed! I need to find out more about these tours I seem to be missing all over the place.

[lily0805]

sounds awesome my dad and me have always been fascinated by the underground or first floor of disney will have to do the tour with him sometime.

[MsDisneyFan]

Seems like this is definitely something to do!

[alugjk]

We did the Keys to the Kingdom Tour on our recent visit. It takes about 5 hours and is a lot of fun, very interesting stuff to see, especially going "underground." I would highly recommend it to people who have been to the park a number of times. It's a great way to see the park in a whole new light.
-George