Hi
Kristin! I'll be glad to assist you with this question. As you mentioned there are several spots that will afford nice views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks from outside the park. The beach at Disney's Polynesian Resort offers fantastic views of
Wishes Nighttime Spectacular. The show's audio is piped-in through several ground-level speakers along the sidewalk. Other options include the boat dock and outside observation deck near
Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The Gasparilla Grill Patio, located in the same resort, provides some very nice views of Wishes too. The
California Grill observation deck on the fourth floor of Disney's Contemporary Resort is my favorite viewing spot for the Wishes fireworks display. However, it is exclusively reserved for patrons of the California Grill and Bar on the same day. If you want to see and hear Wishes Nighttime Spectacular from inside a restaurant, the choices are Narcoossee's,
Ohana's, and California Grill. Since you'll be traveling with children I would recommend making an Advanced Dining Reservation at Ohana's as it will afford them the opportunity to play at the beach while simultaneoulsy enjoying the spectacular fireworks display. Have a fantastic and memorable vacation at the Walt Disney Resort!