Good spots to rest?

The rockers out in front of Tony's and the Town Square Theater on Main Street. That's a definite stop every trip!

kbean;2426756 wrote: That old food court in Tomorrowland that is never used except for dessert tparties has awesome shade. Terrace Noodle Station. Not great for people watching but there are some views of mainstreet and the castle.

That is now Tomorrowland Terrace and they have some good pasta dishes for a QS restaurant. It's usually pretty crowded during peak eating times, but it is a good place to rest. Not too warm with the ceiling fans going.

I think the best place to cool down and rest during my recent visit to MK was definitely upstairs in Columbia Harbour House. Other than that, not too many options.

even though it is in front of the park, I love to get a soft drink and a snack, usually a dole whip, and sit on a bench right under the railroad station. It's usually easy to get a seat, nice shade, lots of activity, but you're not in the middle of it, and the view is great looking directly at the castle, watching people come and go with smiles on their face is a really nice feeling.

I'm a big fan of the Hall of Presidents to cool down and rest!!

The seats are comfy, and it's cool and dark!

Julie

get on the ferry infont of the MK and take a round trip. It's very calming to be on the water an quiet.

We typically rest either in the old Terrace between Main Street and Tomorrowland. There's bathrooms, and it's usually empty, so the kids can run around if they still have energy to burn. And it's under a roof.

At Epcot we rest on the benches under the monorail by Imagination. Good people watching, and the kids sit and wait for the next monorail to come.

Late afternoon, a stop at the Rose & Crown beer garden is nice too.

A few thoughts:

1. Ride the railroad around as long as you would like.

2. Carousel of Progress. Long show.

3. Have you seen the new Rapunzel themed area? Lots of seating and even places to charge your phones. Plus you can look for all of Pascal's friends.

4. Someone mentioned taking the boat to Fort Wilderness. I would suggest the boat to Wilderness Lodge. Their lobby is stunning, and there is a lot of soft seating to enjoy.

5. We like to go to New Fantasyland, over to the Big Top Souvenirs and get snacks and sit on the wall outside of the shop to enjoy them. Underrated snack bar there.

DH used to know all the MK benches - before he got his knees replaced. One of his favorites is around to the side of Space Mtn, overlooking the Speedway. His version of this bench couldn't have been relaxing but he liked it. He'd heckle the parents, asking them why weren't they letting the kids drive, etc. He's got a way of saying the most amazing things and people crack up instead of getting upset.

If it's one of those times you just have to get away from the park, a boat ride to Fort Wilderness and the rocking chairs on Crockett's Tavern porch while you sip a cool beverage is a good choice. And if you've got kids in the group who ready to relax, there's a great playground right beside the Tavern.

If a quiet meal is in order, try Manginos at Shades of Green. Take the boat or monorail to the Poly, walk through and across the drive and up the walkway to the resort.

Jan