Summary of Discounts Available at Walt Disney World

***   Annual Passholder    ***   Disney Vacation Club    ***   Florida Resident
***   Disney Dining Experience    ***   Disney Rewards Visa® Card
***   Other Discounts   ***

A comparison of dining discounts available from the Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club, and the Disney Dining Experience is available as a PDF file for printing.

A comparison of non-dining discounts available from the Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club, and elsewhere is also available as a PDF file for printing.

Some discounts are usually available at Walt Disney World (WDW) if you are a member of the Disney Vacation Club, are a WDW Annual Passholder, or are a Florida resident. Following is a list of known discounts and benefits. This list is intended for planning and as a general guide to discounts, and to help in determining the best discounts when several are offered. There may be other discounts and benefits available, so it is always best to ask.

Discounts offered to WDW Annual Pass holders (AP), Florida Residents, and the Disney Dining Experience (DDE) are generally fixed within any particular calendar year. Discounts offered to Disney Vacation Club members (DVC) are only posted by Disney for a few months at a time, but usually get renewed through the calendar year. Discounts using the Disney Rewards Visa® (V) vary. There may be other occasional benefits in any program, so please consult your plan information or ask.

Admission discounts for Florida Residents and the Disney Dining Experience (a membership program) probably provide the best discounts all around on admissions and dining. Note that some of these programs have seasonal blackout dates or other restrictions. Information can be found at AllEarsNet. Other discount programs, such as on merchandise or WDW activities, are not generally available to Florida residents solely on the basis of residency, but are available through membership in the other programs described here.

The Disney Dining Experience is a discount membership program that is available only to Florida residents ($85/year, $70 renewal) and Annual Passholders ($60/year).

The Disney Dining Plan is an option available only to guests staying on a WDW Magic Your Way package, Annual Passholders stayining at a Disney resort, or to DVC members staying at a DVC resort. It is not a discount but can provide significant cost savings depending on dining preferences. Additional information is available directly from Disney, including a list of participating dining locations.

Discounts on lodging are not generally included here because they change frequently. Please inquire about such discounts when making reservations. There are usuallly some lodging discounts available to AP holders, and DVC members receive special rates on cash nights at DVC facilities, when available. There may also be discounted hotel rates offered to Florida residents or the general public. In every case, discounts are likely to be offered only at times of the year when demand is reduced.

A lodging discount is often available for AllEarsNet.com readers, Annual Passholders, AAA members, government employees, nurses, and teachers at the Swan and Dolphin Resorts. You should ask when making reservations. Discounts at other hotels and resorts are sometimes highlighted at AllEarsNet, including the Sheraton Vistana Villages, Radisson Resort Orlando-Celebration, All Star Vacation Homes, DoubleTree Guest Suites, Sheraton Vistana Resort, and Gaylord Palms Resort.

Several discount programs no longer exist, including the American Express White Glove, the Disney Club, and the original Magic Kingdom Club.

Other special discounts have sometimes been made available to selected groups, such as firefighters and police officers following the 9/11 tragedy. Active military were given special discounts in 2003. Currently, there are no known special discounts for firefighters or police officers. Discounts on some tickets have been reported for active military, but you should check with the recreational unit at your post or base, or contact Disney Guest Services directly for current information. Some other discounts are available to active and retired military staying at the Shades of Green Resort. Discounts similar to those for Florida residents have been reported for Georgia residents at certain times, and there have also been some discounts for Canadian residents, but there are no known discounts for other than Florida residents at this time. Other small discounts or incentives may be available to those making vacation arrangements through AAA or other travel package providers.

Holders of the Disney Rewards Visa® card may also receive some discounts, including most tours. Discounts are announced on advertisements that are included with monthly statements, and also on the credit card web site (see your statement for web address). They are not generally advertised, and will likely be for limited duration.

Several readers have reported that they received an AAA discount on tours. It never hurts to ask if other discounts are available.

Under Disney's Magic Your Way ticket pricing system, significant savings can be realized by buying the package that is best suited to your plans. More information can be found at AllEarsNet.

A comparison of dining discounts available from the Disney Vacation Club, Annual Passholder, and the Disney Dining Experience is available as a PDF file suitable for printing.

A comparison of non-dining discounts available from the Disney Vacation Club, Annual Passholder, and elsewhere is also available as a PDF file suitable for printing.

The information contained herein is provided without warranty. Discounts and benefits are subject to change without notice. However, it is important to the author that errors or omissions be corrected and that information is up to date. Please direct correspondence to Gary Fisher, a.k.a. iamgrumpy@excite.com

General Discounts and Benefits

Admissions and Special Events

There are no general discounts on theme park admissions. However, purchasing tickets in advance can save a little, usually around 5 percent. There may be other small savings available on tickets purchased through third-party vendors, such as Maple Leaf Tickets or AAA. Disney Vacation Club members and Florida residents can purchase annual passes at a reduced price, and Shades of Green guests have a separate price schedule. Discounted prices on some tickets have been offered to active military. Under Disney's Magic Your Way ticket pricing system, significant savings can be realized by buying the package that is best suited to your plans. More information can be found at AllEarsNet.

There are small discounts on water park, DisneyQuest, and Pleasure Island admission for DVC members and Annual Passholders, as described below. DDE members receive half-price admission at Pleasure Island.

: DVC: There are no general theme park discounts, but Members receive a significant discount on Annual Passes, Premium Annual Passes, and renewals. More information can be obtained from DVC Member Services.; DVC: There may be discounts to special events on selected days, including Night of Joy, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Advance purchase may be required. Consult the DVC Member web site or call Member Services. Always ask when making reservations.; AP: There may be discounts to special events on selected days, including Night of Joy, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Advance purchase may be required. Consult the Passholder web site or call Guest Services. Always ask when making reservations.

Parking

Guests staying at any Disney Resort hotel, including DVC, can park free at theme parks.

: DVC: Free valet parking at Disney's Boardwalk, Beach Club, and Wilderness Lodge Resorts (tipping suggested).; AP: Free parking at theme parks.

Tours

Call (407)WDW-TOUR.

Backstage Magic: DVC: 15% off.; AP: 15% off.; V: 20%.

Miscellaneous

: DVC: Discount or special rates on Alamo and National Car Rental.; AP: Up to 20% discount on Alamo Car Rental.; DVC: 10% off selected merchandise at disneyshopping.com.; DVC: 10% discount on hourly charge at Children's Activity Centers at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Polynesian Resort.; DVC: Walt Disney World Florist, special arrangements and gifts. Call (407)827-3505.; DVC: Disney Event Productions Photography, 10% off sitting fee. Call (407)827-5099.

Magic Kingdom®

Restaurants

Tony's Town Square Café The Crystal Palace, Cinderella's Royal Table, Liberty Tree Tavern, The Plaza Restaurant: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Tours

Call (407)WDW-TOUR.

Mickey's Magical Milestones, Keys to the Kingdom, Magic Behind Our Steam Trains, Family Magic Tour: DVC: 15% off.; AP: 15% off (Passholder only).; V: 20%.
MouseQuest: DVC: $59 special price.

Epcot®

Shopping

Guerlain's La Signature (located in France pavilion): DVC: Complimentary gift with purchase of $75 on more. Must show DVC and resort ID cards. Available while supplies last. Members will also receive a complimentary fragrance sample and hand massage.

Restaurants

Akershus, Coral Reef, Le Cellier, Rose & Crown: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Tokyo Dining, Teppan Edo: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.
Biergarten, Garden Grill, Bistro de Paris Restaurant: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Tutto Italia Restaurant: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 guests, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Marrakesh: DVC: 20% off food and non-alcoholic beverages (except daily specials), lunch and dinner, excluding major holidays.; AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 guests, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Les Chefs de France, Nine Dragons: DVC: 20% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages, excluding major holidays.; AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
San Angel Inn: DVC: 10% off lunch.; AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 guests, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Tours

Call (407)WDW-TOUR.

Dolphins In Depth, Epcot DiveQuest, Epcot Seas Aqua Tour, UnDISCOVERed Future World: DVC: 15% off.; AP: 15% off (Passholder only).; V: 20%.
Around the World: DVC: 15% off.; AP: 15% off (Passholder only).; V: 15%.
Yuletide Fantasy (seasonal): AP: 15% off (Passholder only).; V: 20%.
Behind the Seeds: V: 15%.

Disney Hollywood Studios

Restaurants

Playhouse Disney's Play 'n Dine at Hollywood & Vine: DVC: 10% off breakfast and lunch.
Hollywood & Vine, 50's Prime Time Cafe, Tune-In Lounge, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, The Hollywood Brown Derby, Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Studio Catering Company: DDE: 10% off.

Disney's Animal Kingdom®

Shopping

Rainforest Café®, Yak & Yeti®: AP: 15% off.

Restaurants

Rainforest Café®, Yak & Yeti®: AP: 10% off; maximum 4 people.
Tusker House Restaurant, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbeque, Restaurantosaurus: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Tours

Call (407)WDW-TOUR.

Backstage Safari, Wild By Design: DVC: 15% off.; AP: 15% off (Passholder only).; V: 20%.

Downtown Disney® - Marketplace, Westside, and Pleasure Island

Shopping

Some shopping discounts are limited to regularly priced or select merchandise.

Arribas Brothers, Basin, Ghiradelli Chocolate Shop, House of Blues®, Planet Hollywood®, Starbilias: DVC: 10% off selected items.; AP: 10% off selected items.
LEGO Imagination Center®: AP: 10% off all items.
Planet Hollywood®: DVC: 10% off select merchandise.; AP: 10% off select, regularly priced merchandise.
Rainforest Café®: DVC: 15% off select merchandise.; AP: 15% off select, regularly priced merchandise.
Sosa Family Cigars: DVC: 5% off purchases of $25 or more.
Virgin Megastore: DVC: 15% off selected items.; AP: 10% off selected items.
World of Disney: AP: 10% off most merchandise.; V: 10% off on select transactions of $25 or more.

Restaurants

Disney Vacation Club and Annual Passholder restaurant discounts are good for food and non-alcoholic beverages for Passholder and up to number of guests indicated, some only good Monday through Friday. Call (407)WDW-DINE, Dining Services from your WDW Resort, or visit Guest Relations for priority seating. Hours vary by location.

Cap'n Jack's: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
CocoMoka Cafe®: DVC: Free giant cookie with purchase of any large coffee or smoothie.
Fulton's Crab House: DVC: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner.; AP: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner; maximum 4 guests.
Ghiradelli Soda Fountain: DVC: 10% off.; AP: 10% off.
House of Blues®: DVC: 20% off lunch and dinner; 20% off.; AP: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner; maximum 6 guests.
McDonald's: DVC: 20% off extra value meals for lunch and dinner.
Planet Hollywood®: DVC: 10% off food.; AP: 10% off food; maximum 4 guests.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Portobello Yacht Club: DVC: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner.; AP: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner; maximum 4 people.
Raglan Road™ Irish Pub and Restaurant: DVC: 10% off lunch and dinner, excluding alcoholic beverages.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Rainforest Café®: AP: 10% off lunch and dinner; maximum 4 people.
Wetzel's Pretzels and Häagen-Dazs: DVC: 20% off any food item.
Wolfgang Puck® Café: AP: 20% off lunch and 10% off dinner; maximum 4 people.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Wolfgang Puck® Express: AP: 10% off; maximum 4 people.

Entertainment

AMC 24 Theater: AP: $2 off admission after 6 p.m.
Disney's Pleasure Island: DVC: $4 off adults; $3 off children.; AP: $4 off adults; maximum 3 guests.; DDE: Half-price admission for each Club Member, except for specially priced events.
DisneyQuest®: DVC: $4 off adults, $3 off children; 10% off Foodquest (Cheesecake Factory Express); AP: $4 off adults, $3 off children; maximum 3 guests.

Resorts, Recreation, and Enrichment Programs

Golf

Call (407)WDW-GOLF.

Disney's Magnolia, Palm, Lake Buena Vista, Osprey Ridge, Eagle Pines golf courses: DVC: Requires purchase of DVC Golf Membership ($50); Special per round rates vary with season and are effective after 10 a.m. 20% off golf instruction; Member and up to 3 guests.; AP: 30% off day rates; maximum 4 guests, limited times.
Disney's Oak Trail golf course: DVC: Requires purchase of DVC Golf Membership ($50); $20 per round for 9 holes, anytime; Member and up to 3 guests.
Sand Trap Bar and Grill at Osprey Ridge and Eagle Pines Golf Clubs: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 guests, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Miniature Golf

Disney's Fairways: DVC: 15% off, Member and up to 4 guests.
Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland: DVC: 15% off; Member and up to 4 guests.; AP: 50% off one admission; maximum 4 guests.

Water sports

Disney marinas: DVC: 10% off rentals.; AP: 15% off rentals.
Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre (Contemporary): DVC: 10% off; 10% off when combining certain activities; $40 off second consecutive hour of waterskiing, wakeboarding, or inner tubing excursion.; AP: 10% off parasailing, water skiing, and waterboarding.
Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon: DVC: $4 off adults, $3 off children.; AP: $4 off adults, $3 off children; maximum 3 guests.

Other Sports

Richard Petty Driving Experience: AP: $20 off Ride Along and $35 off Richard Petty Driving Experience.

All Resorts

Disney's All-Star Resorts (Movies, Music, Sports)

World Premiere Food Court, Intermission Food Court, End Zone Food Court: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Boma - The Flavors of Africa, Jiko - The Cooking Place, Victoria Falls: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Mara: DVC: 10% off.

Disney's Beach Club Resort

Cape May Café, Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (excludes take-out shop), Martha's Vineyard Lounge: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spa: DVC: 10% off massage, Sunday through Wednesday, excluding major holidays.

Disney's Boardwalk

ESPN Club: DVC: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages.; AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spoodles: DVC: 10% off breakfast, excluding alcoholic beverages.; AP: 10% off breakfast, maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Flying Fish Cafe, Bellevue Lounge: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spa: DVC: 10% off massage, Sunday through Wednesday, excluding major holidays.; AP: 10% off regular spa treatment.
Atlantic Dance Hall: DDE: Admission is free for members and guests.

Disney's Osprey Ridge and Eagles Pines Golf Clubs

Sand Trap Bar & Grill: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 guests, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Shutter's at Old Port Royale: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Contemporary Resort

Concourse Steakhouse: AP: 10% off breakfast and lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
California Grill, Chef Mickey's, Outer Rim Lounge: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

Maya Grill: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Walt Disney World Dolphin (see Swan also)

Cabana Bar & Grill, Picabu, Fresh Mediterranean Market, The Fountain, Splash Grill & Terrace: DVC: 20% off on food, excluding alcoholic beverages.
Mandara Spa: DVC: Special package price of $240 for Sunrise Awakening Ritual.

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

Trail's End Restaurant: AP: 10% off breakfast and lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Crockett's Tavern: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Review: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages, 9:30 p.m. show.

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Grand Floridian Café: AP: 10% off breakfast and lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Citricos, 1900 Park Fare, Garden View Lounge, Mizner's Lounge, Narcoossee's, Victoria & Albert's (excludes Chef's Table): DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spa: DVC: 10% off spa services.; AP: 10% off one regular spa treatment per visit.

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Olivia's Café: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Polynesian Resort

Kona Café: AP: 10% off lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
'Ohana, Tambu Lounge, Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show (Late show only): DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Pop Century Resort

Everything Pop Shopping and Dining and Classic Concoctions: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort (French Quarter)

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory, Scat Cat's Club: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Port Orleans Resort (Riverside)

Boatwright's Dining Hall, River Roost: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort

The Artist's Palette
The Turf Club: DVC: 10% off on lunch and dinner, excluding alcoholic beverages.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spa: DVC: 20% off selected packages.; AP: 10% off one regular spa treatment per visit.
Other: DVC: 15% off Floral Experience.

Walt Disney World Swan (see Dolphin also)

Garden Grove Café, Kimonos Lounge, Cabana Bar & Grill, Gulliver's Grill, Splash Grill & Terrace: DVC: 20% off on food, excluding alcoholic beverages.

Disney's Wide World of Sports

All Star Café: DVC: 10% off lunch and dinner, excluding alcoholic beverages.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Whispering Canyon Café: AP: 10% off breakfast and lunch, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Artist Point, Territory Lounge: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Spa: DVC: 10% off massage, Sunday through Wednesday, excluding major holidays.

Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Yacht Club Galley: AP: 10% off, excluding alcoholic beverages; maximum 4 people, Monday through Friday.; DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.
Yachtsman Steakhouse, Ale and Compass Lounge, Crews Cup Lounge: DDE: 20% off all meals and beverages.

References:

Information has been summarized from several official web pages and is subject to any of the disclaimers and limitations included in those pages.

The Disney Vacation Club, Walt Disney World Annual Passholder, and Disney Rewards Visa® programs maintain web pages for members. The author is a member of DVC, has an AP, and has verified information on available discounts as best as possible. The author has utilized discounts provided to DVC and AP members, and also lodging discounts at the Swan and Dolphin Resorts, Radisson Resort Orlando-Celebration, and DoubleTree Guest Suites.

There are several AllEarsNet and official Disney pages that give more information on some of the discount programs mentioned here.

Disney Vacation Club
Walt Disney World Annual Pass
Disney Rewards Visa® Card
Florida Resident: AllEarsNet | Disney
Disney Dining Experience

Disclaimers:

Reference to trade names is for identification only and does not represent an endorsement. The author of this page is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company in any way or with any of the other companies mentioned on this page. This page is not a product of the Walt Disney Company or any of the companies mentioned on this page.
The material on this page is provided for planning only. Users must verify that the discounts mentioned are valid and still in effect.

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