Animal Kingdom or Hollywood Studios at night?

[Elia]

Hello everyone. I just joined in hopes I can get some guidance since this will be our first time in Disney World.
We will be there in May for three days with our 7 year old daughter. I have planned a whole day at Magic Kingdom and one whole day at Epcot. I want to split Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios in one day.
Should I do AK in the morning or at night? I think my daughter is into animals as well as shows and Disney Junior so it’s a tough one for me. Any suggestions are appreciated.

 

[JIMINYCR]

You will have more opportunities to see more of the animals earlier in the daytime if thats your goal.... but AK I think has a different atmosphere at night and can be a fun place in the evening too. DHS isnt really that thrilling right now at any time.

 

[brb1006]

Animal Kingdom is the best at night.

 

[nickys]

The animal trails will close at dusk. So if your daughter wants to see a lot of the animals, that would be a reason to do AK in the morning.

 

[Elia]

Thanks! I’ve seen videos of Rivers of light and it looks so pretty. But not sure if I wanna miss all the animals by not going in the day. The plan was to leave either park by like 3 or so.

 

[wendysue]

Definitely AK in the morning. HS is still the better park at night.

 

[BoarderPhreak]

I'd say to to AK in the morning and see how it goes. You wouldn't be missing much if you never made it to HS.

 

[belledream]

I love AK mornings. Everything seems light and fresh and the animals appear more active to me. I feel like the animal encounters and immersive theme of the park outstrip a few shows at HS by far. Plus, AK is home to two of the best shows in my opinion: Festival of the Lion King and Finding Nemo: The Musical!