Hi Rosa, and welcome to planDisney! Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf is one of my family’s favorite activities outside of the theme parks. Paired with a visit to
Disney Springs, you don’t even need to set foot in the theme parks to have a fun-filled day at Disney World! So let’s chat about transportation.
If you’re staying at one of the hotels within walking distance of
Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf, you can use their complimentary bus transportation to Disney Springs. The Walt Disney World Swan Hotel is closest, but the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel and nearby Disney resort hotels (BoardWalk Inn, Beach Club Resort, and Yacht Club Resort) are a short walk away from the mini golf course. Note that buses from the Swan and Dolphin Hotels drop off at the Disney Springs West Side bus loop and buses from the Disney resort hotels drop off at the Disney Springs Town Center bus loop.
To board a
bus from Disney Springs back to one of the Disney resort hotels, keep in mind that you may be asked to show a valid resort hotel room key or a dining or Enchanting Extras reservation up to two hours before your reservation time.
The buses between the Epcot area hotels and Disney Springs often make multiple stops along the way (for instance, BoardWalk Inn, Beach Club Resort, and Yacht Club Resort often share a bus to Disney Springs), so sometimes it can be faster to use
Minnie Van Service or another ride-share company, like Uber, to travel between Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf and Disney Springs.
Before I go, I wanted to share some of my favorite spots at Disney Springs! Visiting
World of Disney is always a must-do since it’s a one-stop shop for any Disney merchandise you need, from ear headbands to home decor. And when I want a sweet treat, the nearby
Amorette’s Patisserie always has delicious desserts, including some that are themed after Disney characters! And finally, everyone loves the small-batch, handmade cookies at
Gideon’s Bakehouse, but I actually prefer the cookies at
Summer House on the Lake. They have The Cookie Bar at the front where you can get treats to go.
I hope you have a magical day of mini golf, shopping, and delicious food! And if you have any other questions, you’re always welcome back at planDisney.
JoAnna