Disney Animation is three attractions in one building, all focused on the magic of animation technology.
The most popular attraction here is Turtle Talk with Crush (from Finding Nemo), where the character interacts directly with the audience. You can ask Crush questions about his world and he asks about yours. If you want to talk to him, sit on the aisle or in front. During your spare time, think up a good question, or here's one: "How many kids do you have and what are their names?"
At Animation Academy, you learn about how a Disney character is drawn and draw one yourself. Sorcerer's Workshop offers opportunities to create a moving image and add your voices to a story, but our favorite is the Beauty and the Beast library. Linger until the last petal falls from the rose.
Rating: 5 smiles
Recommended for: Everyone.
Disney Animation Facts
- Location: Hollywood Pictures Backlot
- Height restrictions: None
- Duration: It's up to you. Each of the sections takes about 20 minutes on average
Advice About Disney Animation
- Don't just walk through the lobby area without looking around. A continuous, 20-minute-long loop of the finest Disney films runs on the many screens on the walls, and it's well worth a few minutes to enjoy them. This is also a great place to rest on a hot day.
- Very small or active children may be bored or restless here, except for a visit with Crush. Creative kids who like to draw may spend extra time in the Sorcerer's Workshop.
Fun Facts About Disney Animation
The gift shop at Disney Animation has the best Disney collectibles in the park.
Accessibility
You can stay in your wheelchair or ECV to tour Disney Animation. Enter through the main entrance.
Turtle Talk with Crush has companion seating and some seats with removable armrests. Inside the Animation Academy, look for the wheelchair symbol on the floor. Ask cast members for help in either place.
Pick up assistive listening devices at Guest Relations when you enter the park. Some pre-show video monitors have guest-activated captioning. Ask a cast member for assistance.
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