Things to Do in Lake Buena Vista, Orlando

Lake Buena Vista in Orlando is home to EPCOT, an amusement park where crowds explore the future and other countries. The area has American restaurants, bakeries, and cafes like Take a Shot Coffee Bar and Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe.

EPCOTAmusement Park
The Polite PigBarbecue
Disney SpringsShopping Mall

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Top things to do in Lake Buena Vista

EPCOT
★ 4.7 · 162.4k
Amusement Park· $$$★
Crowds flock to this educational Disney theme park to explore the future & other countries.
Every day
9 AM – 9 PM
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Disney Springs
★ 4.7 · 237.4k
Shopping Mall
Complex with restaurants, bars, live shows & shops, including the world's largest Disney store.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 11 PM
Fri
10 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 11 PM
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World of Disney®
★ 4.6 · 5.7k
Specialty Store· $$$
Large store selling a wide range of Disney character clothing, housewares, toys & collectibles.
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Goofy's Candy Company
★ 4.5 · 736
Chocolate Shop
Whimsical Disney sweets shop with an array of candies & cupcakes plus a private party room.
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Where to eat & drink in Lake Buena Vista

The Polite Pig
★ 4.5 · 5.3k
Barbecue· $20–30
If the name of this Disney Springs destination doesn't warrant your attention, its waterfront setting and soulful cooking will do the trick.
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Rainforest Cafe
★ 4.8 · 102.4k
Restaurant· $20–30
Rainforest-themed chain for updated classic fare amid jungle flora & animatronic animals.
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T-Rex Cafe
★ 4.6 · 28.5k
American· $20–30
American eats plus animatronic dinosaurs & an underwater aquarium draw crowds in Downtown Disney.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 11 PM
Fri
11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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City Works (Disney Springs - Orlando)
★ 4.8 · 7.9k
American· $20–30
Located on the West side of Disney Springs, City Works is any beer-lover’s ultimate destination when visiting a Disney property in Florida.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 11 PM
Fri
11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 11 PM
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Terralina Crafted Italian
★ 4.6 · 9.3k
Italian· $20–70
Upscale-casual Disney eatery with a patio dishes rustic Italian eats, including wood-fired pizza.
Every day
11:30 AM – 3:55 PM, 4 PM – 11 PM
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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe - Lake Buena Vista
★ 4.9 · 336
Açaí Bowl· $10–20
Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe is a fast-casual restaurant chain serving fresh smoothies, acai bowls, coffee drinks, and healthy food at 25+ locations across the United States.
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Paddywagon Irish Pub Lake Buena Vista
★ 4.5 · 484
Irish Pub· $10–20
Visit Paddywagon Irish Pub in Dr. Phillips and Lake Buena Vista, Orlando's top Irish pubs near International Drive. Enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere, perfect for events, gatherings, or a night out with friends.
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Bahama Breeze
★ 4.5 · 10.3k
Caribbean· $20–30
Laid-back chain eatery featuring Caribbean entrees & tropical cocktails amid beachy decor.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 11 PM
Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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