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Disney's Boardwalk

Every night Orlando's "seaside strip" comes alive with entertainment, shopping, dining, and libations. Say, what? The inland Orlando has no ocean coast? Well, don't spoil the illusion for the rest of us! Disney's Boardwalk convincingly mimics a 1940s mid-Atlantic coastal village that's part Atlantic City and part Coney Island. And it's fun for those who love the nightlife, as well as casual observers.

Opened in 1996, Disney's Boardwalk aims to be a more tranquil tourist getaway and, as such, is a lesser-known delight. Bordering Lake Crescent, the quarter-mile wooden Boardwalk once featured a dancing venue during the retro-swing craze. Nowadays, Atlantic Dance Hall lets you hoof it to the tunes of DJs and Top 40 dance bands.

Dueling pianists battle it out at "Jellyrolls" piano bar, taking requests and encouraging audience sing-alongs. The ESPN® Club sports bar offers game action on 100 TV monitors, sports trivia contests, and a variety of food offerings, from burgers to pasta. A wider menu is featured at Big River Grille & Brewing Works, Disney's only working brewpub, which lets you view the brewing process through glass walls.

Other eateries range from quaint to upscale and from bakery to Mediterranean cuisine, while shops include the marine-art Wyland Galleries and an ESPN merchandise store. Midway games along the Boardwalk tempt you to knock down bottles or toss a ring for a prize.

Location
Disney's Boardwalk is located in the Walt Disney World complex in Lake Buena Vista, about 22 miles southwest of Orlando.

Hours of operation
Hours at Disney's Boardwalk are generally 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Atlantic Dance Hall is open 9 p.m.-2 a.m., and closed on Sunday and Monday.

Cost
Parking is free, as is admission to Disney's Boardwalk and its shops and restaurants. Valet parking is available for a fee. "Jellyrolls" carries an admission charge.

Disabled access
The establishment provides disabled access.

Contact information
For more information, call (407) 939-3492.

Special considerations

• You must be 21 years old to enter Atlantic Dance Hall.
• Close to Epcot, Disney's Boardwalk is a prime location for viewing Epcot's nightly fireworks.

Additional information
Visit the Disney's Boardwalk Web site.

Please note
Cost, hours of operation, or other information about this attraction is subject to change without notice. We suggest you confirm with the attraction prior to your visit.