{"id":19339,"date":"2025-09-09T12:00:33","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T16:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=19339"},"modified":"2026-03-12T12:42:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T16:42:17","slug":"outside-the-theme-parks-overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do Outside Disney Parks (Shopping, Recreation, Cruises &#038; More)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">9 September 2025<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span>  <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/#Walt_Disney_World_Disneyland_and_Universal_Studios_%E2%80%93_What_to_Do_Outside_the_Theme_Parks\" >Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Studios \u2013 What to Do Outside the Theme Parks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/#Shopping_and_Entertainment_Areas\" >Shopping and Entertainment Areas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/#Recreation\" >Recreation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/#Off_Disney_Property\" >Off Disney Property<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-theme-parks-overview\/#Disney_Cruise_Line\" >Disney Cruise Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<div>\n<p>This is one of the Military Disney Tips Topic Overview Pages. These pages gather helpful posts and planning guides on one subject so you can quickly find the information you need.<\/p>\n<p>This guide focuses on Disney and Universal lodging options most commonly used by military families, including Walt Disney World Resorts, Shades of Green, and Universal Orlando hotels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Check out all of our other Topic Overview Pages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discount-theme-park-tickets\/\">Military Discount Ticket Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounted-hotel-and-resort-overview-for-walt-disney-world-disneyland-universal-studios-seaworld\/\">Rooms Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-dining-overview\/\">Dining Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-transportation-overview\/\">Transportation Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-and-disneyland-technology-overview\/\">Technology Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-disney-tips-walt-disney-world-overview\/\">Walt Disney World Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-disney-tips-disneyland-overview\/\">Disneyland Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-orlando-resort-overview\/\">Universal Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>Last updated: March 2026. This overview page is periodically reviewed to keep outside-the-parks activities and military discount information accurate for travelers.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walt_Disney_World_Disneyland_and_Universal_Studios_%E2%80%93_What_to_Do_Outside_the_Theme_Parks\"><\/span>Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Studios \u2013 What to Do Outside the Theme Parks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is far more to a Disney or Universal vacation than just the rides. Shopping districts, restaurants, tours, golf, entertainment, and even cruises can all be part of a well-rounded trip.<\/p>\n<p>This page gathers the best Military Disney Tips resources for activities <strong>outside the theme parks<\/strong>, including entertainment districts, recreation options, off-property activities, and Disney Cruise Line. You&#8217;ll also find links to posts that highlight <strong>military discounts<\/strong> whenever they are available.<\/p>\n<p>Use the sections below to explore ideas for filling rest days, evening entertainment, or extra vacation days before or after your park visits.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee.jpg\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18305 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee.jpg\" alt=\"Disney Springs Shopping\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Magnolia-Mickey-Tee-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- Shopping and Entertainment --><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\" width=\"95%\" cellpadding=\"15\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" bgcolor=\"#0479C2\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shopping_and_Entertainment_Areas\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Shopping and Entertainment Areas<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Each Disney destination has its own lively entertainment district filled with restaurants, shops, and live entertainment. These areas are great places to spend an evening outside the parks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-disney-springs\/\"><strong>Disney Springs<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Walt Disney World\u2019s shopping, dining, and entertainment district<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-resorts-downtown-disney\/\"><strong>Downtown Disney<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Disneyland Resort\u2019s outdoor entertainment area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Disney itself does not offer military discounts on merchandise<\/strong> inside the parks, resorts, or shopping districts. However, several individual merchants do offer discounts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounts\/disney-springs-military-discounts-at-walt-disney-world\/\">Disney Springs Military Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounts\/downtown-disney-military-discounts-at-disneyland-resort\/\">Downtown Disney Military Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/universal-studios-orlando-city-walk-military-discounts\/\">Universal Orlando CityWalk Military Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discount-theme-park-tickets\/cirque-du-soleil-drawn-to-life-military-discount\/\">Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life Military Discount<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Need a dining plan while you&#8217;re exploring? See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-advance-dining-reservations-ultimate-guide\/\">Disney Advance Dining Reservations Ultimate Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Recreation --><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\" width=\"95%\" cellpadding=\"15\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" bgcolor=\"#0479C2\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recreation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Recreation<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Beyond rides and attractions, both Disney and Universal offer a surprising number of recreational activities that can add variety to your trip.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Golf:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounted-rates-on-walt-disney-world-golf\/\">Disney\u2019s Military Discounted Golf Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mini Golf:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/exploring-walt-disney-worlds-miniature-golf-courses-a-hole-in-one-adventure\/\">Disney Miniature Golf Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Water Parks:<\/strong> Walt Disney World\u2019s two water parks can be accessed with Park Hopper Plus or Water Park &amp; Sports tickets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tours:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-tips\/disney-worlds-keys-to-the-kingdom-tour\/\">Keys to the Kingdom Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nighttime Entertainment:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-worlds-electrical-water-pageant\/\">Electrical Water Pageant<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>RunDisney Events:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/run-like-royalty-the-disney-princess-half-marathon-experience\/\">Disney Princess Half Marathon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- Off Property --><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\" width=\"95%\" cellpadding=\"15\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" bgcolor=\"#0479C2\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Off_Disney_Property\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Off Disney Property<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If you want to explore more of the Orlando area, there are many attractions within a short drive of Walt Disney World.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/outside-the-parks\/the-crayola-experience-a-fun-day-away-from-wdws-theme-parks\/\">The Crayola Experience \u2013 Orlando<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounted-rates-on-walt-disney-world-golf\/\">Military Discounted Golf at Walt Disney World<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/universal-studios-orlando-city-walk-military-discounts\/\">Universal CityWalk Military Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/transportation\/the-best-way-to-get-to-universal-studios-from-disney-world\/\">Getting to Universal from Walt Disney World<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- Disney Cruise Line --><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\" width=\"95%\" cellpadding=\"15\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" bgcolor=\"#0479C2\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_Cruise_Line\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Disney Cruise Line<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If your Disney vacation extends beyond the parks, Disney Cruise Line often offers some of the best military travel deals available.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-line-military-discounts\/\">Disney Cruise Line Military Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/cruising-with-disney-using-a-military-discount-a-trip-report\/\">Military Family Disney Cruise Trip Report<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For additional cruise coverage visit our partner site <a href=\"https:\/\/www.picturethemagic.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Picture the Magic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Crosslinks --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Back to tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discount-theme-park-tickets\/\">Military Discount Theme Park Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Where will you stay?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discounted-hotel-and-resort-overview-for-walt-disney-world-disneyland-universal-studios\/\">Hotel &amp; 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