Guide to Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando

Sabah Karimi
Disney's Hollywood Studios is one of the four Disney theme parks that participates in the Extra Magic Hour program. Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios gives eligible guests access to some of the most popular rides and attractions at the park, and guests can also enjoy dinner at one of the park's cafes and eateries that stay open late just for Extra Magic Hour.

If you're staying at one of the Walt Disney World-owned resorts and a few other eligible properties, you can show your resort ID at the turnstiles and take advantage of Extra Magic Hour benefits. Use this guide to Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios to make the most of your Disney vacation experience:

Eligibility for Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios starts one hour before the regular park hours and lasts for three hours after the regular closing time. Only guests who are staying at a Walt Disney World-owned resort, the Walt Disney World Dolphin resort, the Walt Disney World Swan resort, the Hilton Resort at Downtown Disney, and the Shades of Green are eligible for the Extra Magic Hour program.

Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios is usually available two times per week during the summer months, just once per week during the Fall and up to two times per week during the winter holiday season.

Attractions Open During Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios

When you visit Disney's Hollywood Studios during Extra Magic Hour, you can skip the lines and enjoy easy access to many attractions that usually have wait times of one to two hours during regular park hours. Having access to the park during Extra Magic Hour also makes it easier to see most of the park in one visit.

Attractions that are open during Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios include:

- The Great Movie Ride Muppet Vision 3-D
- Star Tours
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Toy Story Midway Mania!
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Voyage of The Little Mermaid

Restaurants Open During Extra Magic Hour at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Only a handful of restaurants at Disney's Hollywood Studios stay open late for Extra Magic Hour, and these do accept walk-ins. After a busy day at the parks, you can enjoy a tasty meal at:

- Catalina Eddie's
- Sci-Fi Dine In Theater
- 50's Prime Time Café
- Rosie's All-American Cafe

If you are planning to spend an entire day at Disney's Hollywood Studios, take advantage of Extra Magic Hour to avoid the long lines for some of the most popular rides, and cover all of the park in a single visit! Use this guide to plan your trip to Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando.

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