Welcome to planDisney, Melissa!
I’m so excited that you are getting ready for an upcoming adventure to The Most Magical Place on Earth! It sounds so fun to have a non-park-day. I love exploring the Resorts, and I hope that you have a lovely time at Riviera and Art of Animation!
Guests that have dining reservations are welcome to park at the Resort at which they will be dining. You can usually park about 1 hour, or so, before your reservation. Some Resorts will give you a pass to put in your window (as you typically cannot park all day at the Resort).
My recommendation would be to park at Riviera before your breakfast at
Topolino’s Terrace (which you’re going to LOVE) and then I would recommend taking the
Skyliner to Art of Animation to explore for a bit. You can then ride the Skyliner back to Riviera to retrieve your car. After your morning resort adventure, I recommend spending some time at
Disney Springs! Parking is free and there is so much to do and see in December!
If you have any additional questions, Melissa, don’t hesitate to visit us again at planDisney! We’re always just a dream away.
Allyn