Hi Kimberly!
Park hopping is a great way to enjoy an amazing Disney day because it will allow you to experience two theme parks during each day of your vacation at the "Most Magical Place on Earth." I love starting my morning along Magic Kingdom's Main Street, U.S.A., and ending the day exploring World Showcase at EPCOT!
As you know, all ticketed Guests visiting the theme parks require a
theme park reservation each day they'll be visiting the parks. If you're planning on park hopping, then you only need a theme park reservation for the first park you're visiting and you don't need a reservation for the subsequent parks you plan on enjoying. You'll be able to hop to any of the other theme parks after 2:00 p.m., once you've visited your reserved park. So if you're planning on enjoying the morning at
EPCOT and then hopping to
Disney's Animal Kingdom, then you need to make a reservation for EPCOT and you'll be able to hop to Disney's Animal Kingdom any time after 2:00 p.m.!
Kimberly, as you continue planning your magical trip, be sure to keep an eye on the
Disney Parks Blog. It's the perfect place to get the latest news and announcements about all of the magic you'll be able to experience during your visit! Also, feel free to come back to see us if you have additional questions. T-T-F-N, ta ta for now!
~Crystal