Hi, Ann! I am a huge fan of
Downtown Disney. We always spend at least half a day visiting the shops and restaurants and even seeing a movie to escape if there is rain or to get out of the heat!
Some of my Downtown Disney favorites:
-Wolfgang Puck Express has great food, and can be used as one of your counter service meals on your meal plan. Delicious salads, pizza, and pasta dishes.
-La Nouba is an amazing Cirque du Soleil show with 2 shows each evening at 6pm and 9pm.
-Characters in Flight is a helium balloon ride that takes you 400 feet into the air giving you breathtaking views of the entire Walt Disney World Resort.
-World of Disney store is just huge and has so many Disney goodies! Bring your Disney Visa for a discount (see store for details.)
-Fulton's Crab House is nice for a seafood dinner
-Treat yourself to Ghiradelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop. Need I say more here?!
-Just relax! Sit lake side and watch the boats and activity on Village Lake!
I would plan on setting aside half a day for Downtown Disney, and if you find there is more to explore, stop back later in your vacation! This is a great place to visit during your travel days since there is no admission cost and you can stay as short or as long as you want. I hope you have a super time!