Storybook Dining Question

[etibbetts]

I have a reservation in Norway at the Princess Storybook Dining at 9:15 am on a morning when Epcot opens at 9am. Since they always recommend you arrive prior to your reservation time, and it's quite a hike around the countries with two small kids - will they allow us into the parks early? Or do they only allow guests with reservations prior to 9am in early?
Thanks!

[AnnaMom]

They will allow you into EPCOT but you are only allowed to go to the Restaurant. Everything else is closed until the park opens.

[disneyluva]

They will definitely let you in - I've done it. Get there at about 8:30 so you can wander through an empty park (it's awesome) - and take advantage of the uncrowded photo ops. Just make sure you have your ressie # with you. Have fun!!!!

[BriarRose0708]

Getting there early is definitely a must and you have a great opportunity to walk around the park unencumbered by crowds even though nothing is open. Like a previous poster said, bring your reservation number with you just in case- sometimes they ask and sometimes they don't. Since it sounds like you will have some kids in tow, see if you can try to enter through the International Gateway. You come in between France and the UK and it is a much shorter walk than from the front entrance. The bus won't bring you there but if you have time and are in the right location (like staying at an EPCOT area resort or can take a bus to Hollywood Studios and then get the boat) it is a pleasant ride on the waterway.