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Old 20 Nov 16, 01:25 AM  
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Disney's BoardWalk - worth visiting?

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We're a group of eight staying off-site but very close to WDW next April.

We've heading to all the major theme parks, plus a day out at Clearwater, but there's the odd gap in our holiday plan to explore other places on what I would call 'chillout days'... which got me thinking about Disney's BoardWalk and whether it was worth a visit.

It looks very nice, and would only be a short drive for us, but wondered what attractions it has and, in particular, if there's anything to keep a 6-y-o and 3-y-o entertained.

If not, we'll scratch if off our list and look at alternatives, crazy golf, more time around pool etc... Thanks
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Old 20 Nov 16, 01:52 AM  
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As has been posted before it is valet parking at Boardwalk for $25. There is a free parking lot but it was full and closed when we tried to visit one afternoon last week.
We usually like a wander round the lake at Boardwalk but would never pay money like that for it.
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Old 20 Nov 16, 02:38 AM  
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Hi all

We're a group of eight staying off-site but very close to WDW next April.

We've heading to all the major theme parks, plus a day out at Clearwater, but there's the odd gap in our holiday plan to explore other places on what I would call 'chillout days'... which got me thinking about Disney's BoardWalk and whether it was worth a visit.

It looks very nice, and would only be a short drive for us, but wondered what attractions it has and, in particular, if there's anything to keep a 6-y-o and 3-y-o entertained.

If not, we'll scratch if off our list and look at alternatives, crazy golf, more time around pool etc... Thanks
I wouldn't say there was much for the children. More bars and restaurants.
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We stay there and like the atmosphere but I wouldn't say there was anything specific for kids to do.
Why not take a break from Epcot one afternoon and have a walk around the lake.
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As others have said it's more a nice stroll in a lovely setting. They do have Surrey bikes for hire and a couple of sideshow type stalls. There's usually a street entertainer at night like a magician or similar.
I think the main appeal is the atmosphere which is probably more appreciated by adults.
If you're in the area it's worth a visit to see for yourself.
You mentioned crazy golf and the boardwalk is close to Fantasia gardens crazy golf.
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We love it just to have a wander around plus it's where we got married so it'll always be a special place for us.
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Could be worth a visit and watching one of the outside movies at the hotels? Have a look here for details of where they are held at the Yacht & Beach Club or the Boardwalk Inn.
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