Discovery Avenue
The entry land to the park follows a very similar concept to Main Street U.S.A but with a different old victorian steampunk theme. As guests enter the park they are greeted by the large Steam-O-Rail Station. As the pass under the archway they enter Town Square, the heart of this bustling town that is full of optimism that this new steampunk inspired technology brings. Straight ahead is the main Discovery Avenue which leads straight to the hub and Snow White Castle. Off to the right side of Town Square is Bell Boulevard leading to Edison Square. Connecting Edison Square to Discovery Avenue is Center Street.
As guests enter the Kingdom of Dreams the first land the come across is Discovery Avenue. The land is made up of several different streets. When guest first enter they come to the Town Centre where they can meet several of there favorite Disney characters or catch the Steam-O-Rail for a scenic ride around the Kingdom. Entertainment is present throughout the day including , Dapper Dans, trolley shows and flag ceremonies. At Town Centre guests can also read the dedication plaque.
The main area of Discovery Avenue is of course, Discovery Avenue. This large bustling street is full always full of life. The street is humming with the sound of new inventions as steam rises from various buildings and various machines work along the street. Here we can find The Emporium, the largest shop in the Kingdom of Dreams. At the end of the street is the Market House bakery where guests can find freshly baked goods as well as Starbucks Coffee. Here we can also find many of the citizens of Discovery Avenue going about their daily lives enjoying the wonders that this new technology brings.
On the East side of Discovery Avenue is Bell Boulevard, named after the famous inventor Alexander Graham Bell. This street serves a permanent themed crowd bypass what houses the specialty shops in Discovery Avenue.
Edison Square is located just off Bell Blvd. and Center Street and is named after the famous inventor Thomas Edison. Here guests can find the Videopolis Theater and exclusive shop, the Disney Vault as well as meet some of their favorite Disney characters.
Connecting Discovery Avenue to Edison Square is the small Center Street which house 2 different dining locations for guests to enjoy.
The Liberty Arcade is located behind the Emporium. It is a
permanent crowd control bypass that leads from the central plaza to Town Centre. The Entrance to the exclusive Club 33 is located within the Arcade.
Attractions
Steam-O-Rail
The first thing guests see as they enter the park is the majestic Steam-O-Rail entering its victorian style station. The Steam-O-Rail is a Steampunk inspired steam train monorail that transports guests around the park. The Steam-O-Rail is based on the the Mark VIII Monorails that transport guest to the park to save costs and streamline maintenance. Traveling counter-clockwise the 300 foot long trains can hold up to 270 passengers per train. Up to 3 trains can be on the track at one time. The passengers sit facing towards the park in 3 different rows in 6 passenger cars. The Grand Circle Tour takes approximately 20 minutes and makes stosp at Horizons Space Port and Fantasyland along the way. Between Horizons station and Fantasyland station the Steam-O-Rail enters an extended show building where the train passes through various fantasy locations such as Pixie Hollow, Under the sea with Ariel and Agrabah.
Ride Details
Ride Length: 20 minutes (full loop)
Maximum Speed: 15 mph
270 passengers per train
55 passengers per car
Theoretical Capacity: 7290 riders per hour (270 passengers per stop, 3 trains)
Target Capacity: 2430 riders per hour (270 rides per loop, 3 trains)
Ticket Rating: C - Ticket
Videopolis
Videopolis is a combination video and Audio-Animatronic show that highlights the famous inventors and visionaries of that past and looks forward to a brighter future made possible by the wonders of technology. Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Edison and many other all make appearances. The show concludes with a grand finale showing the promise of the future and even features a guest appearance by Walt Disney to show us all that the truly is a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day.
Show Details
Pre-Show Length: 5 minutes
Show Length: 12 minutes
Load Time: 3 minutes
Theater Capacity: 400 seats
Theoretical Capacity: 1600 guests per hour
Ticket Rating: C - Ticket
Discovery Street Vehicles
Discovery Street Vehicles are constantly traveling from Town Centre to the Central Plaza and Up and Down Discovery Avenue and Bell Blvd during the first half of the day. There are a few different vehicles to choose from all themed to the turn of the century Steampunk style. Depending on the crowd levels the vehicles will operate until 5 pm.
Omnibus
Steam Trolley
Cars
Brass Trolley
Restaurants
Bella Notte
Enjoy some delicious family friendly Italian table service food at the beautiful Bella Notte restaurant. Here guests can share spaghetti and meatballs and more at this fun dining near the entrance of the park. Inspired by the classic 1955 film Lady and the Tramp this charming restaurant is the perfect family dining spot.
Hyperion Cafe
The Hyperion Cafe is a counter service restaurant where the large airship Hyperion moored inside. The counter area is themed to ticket booths for the large airship. Classic American style food is served here including burgers, fries and sandwiches
Mysteries of the Nautilus
A signature dining located within the mysterious Nautilus submarine from the classic film 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. This 200 seat restaurant specializes in serving fine steaks and seafood within the differ compartments of the Nautilus. Captain Nemo may even stop by and ask how you liked food. There are 2 lunch and 3 dinner seatings for this restaurant every day. Lunch: 11am, 1pm. Dinner: 4pm, 6pm, 8pm.
Market House
This classic bakery located at the edge of the Central Plaza serves delicious goods freshly baked everyday. It is also the location of the parks Starbucks Coffee.
The Soda Fountain
This restaurant is a turn of the century ice cream parlor with touches of a 50’s soda fountain. Guests can pick up a simple Ice cream to go, enjoy specialty ice cream floats or eat a select number of delicious deli sandwiches prepared fresh.
Club 33
The exclusive members only club located on the second floor above The Emporium. The Club is accessed through a discreet door located in the Liberty Arcade. Members have exclusive access to the club as it is not open to the public. The restaurant is one of only a few that serve alcohol in the park. The club also has a large veranda that overlooks Central Plaza and provides great views of parades and nighttime spectacular.
Verne Lounge
This is another exclusive area of the park. Located on the second floor of the Market House and available for reservations and private parties. When the lounge is not reserved it available for Club 33 members. Fine appetizers and drinks are served here. Like Club 33 the lounge has a large veranda to view the Central Plaza. This is also one of the few areas in the park that serves alcohol.
Stores
The Emporium
The largest gift and souvenir shop in the Kingdom of Dreams. The Emporium offers apparel, plush toys, pin, candy and more.
Candy Palace
Follow your nose inside this old-fashioned candy shop, where caramel apples, peanut brittle and fudge are made on site
Crystal Arts
Find something beautiful even on a budget at this shop selling fine jewelry, china, clocks, Disney figurines and pins.
Disney Vault
This shop is home to most Disney collectible merchandise, jewelry, art and figures. Guests can also find some Disney animated features here that are currently in the vault.
Discovery Theater
Purchase your memories you have made with Disney’s Photopass service here at the photo view station. Gifts and souvenirs are also available at the Theater’s exit.
Entertainment
Characters
Discovery Theater
Meet the Magnificent Mickey, the Astounding Donaldo or Minnie Magnifique as they prepare for their big show at the Discovery Theater. All 3 characters are interactive and can talk to guests. Mickey Mouse generally greets guests in Rehearsal rooms 1, 2 or 3. Donald Duck generally greets guests in rehearsal rooms A or B. Minnie Mouse generally greets guest in rehearsal rooms C or D. Open for the full park hours.
Outdoor Locations
1) Oswald the Lucky Rabbit (Open - 4:30pm)
2) Pinocchio or Jiminy Cricket (Open - 4:30pm)
3) Anastasia, Drizella and Lady Tremaine (Open - 8pm)
4) Goofy (Open - 4:30 pm)
5) Chip and Dale (Open - 3pm)
6) Mary Poppins and Bert (Penguins occasionally) (Open - 3pm)
Non-regular locations (only staffed in high traffic times)
7) Pluto
8) Suzy and Perla
9) Huey, Dewey and Louie
10) Daisy Duck
Roaming Characters
1) Alice and the Mad Hatter (mornings)
2) Peter Pan and Wendy Darling (mornings)
3) Mary Poppins and Bert (afternoons after 3pm)
Shows
A) Mickey Mouse and the News Boys (15 minutes)
Typical Showtimes: 10am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 5pm
B) Discovery Avenue Trolly Show (15 minutes)
Typical Showtimes: 9:30am, 11am, 12pm, 2:30pm
C) Citizens of Discovery Avenue
Typical Showtimes: Constant Open - 5pm
D) Dapper Dans
Typical Showtimes: Constant Open - 5pm
E) Flag Ceremony (10 minutes)
Typical Showtime: 5pm
