Hi Tamara, thanks for stopping by planDisney with this great question!
Disney Springs is such a fun go-to place to visit unique shopping and dining locations. I am always on the lookout for new Christmas ornaments at
Disney's Days of Christmas and I could spend hours in the
World of Disney Store alone. I also enjoy browsing the stores that are not owned by Disney for a little extra retail therapy. And I've never had a meal or snack I didn't enjoy at Disney Springs! It's definitely a good idea to budget time in your vacation itinerary to spend time at Disney Springs.
I'm happy to let you know that the
Disney Gift Card is indeed accepted at the majority of retail locations at Disney Springs, including the stores that are not owned by Disney. I had some extra time this afternoon so I just did a spot check of the payment policies at many of the retail locations at Disney Springs and I was not able to locate one that did not accept the Disney Gift Card. That being said, it's always a good idea to confirm payment options when visiting any retail location at Disney Springs as policies could change.
Your vacation is just around the corner and I hope you have a truly magical time!
Diane