Popsugar Living Travel Inspiration Disney World Facts 39 Disney World Facts That Even Die-Hard Fans Don't Know September 28, 2018 by Hilary White View On One Page Photo 15 of 39 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 15 Epcot is 35 years old. The discovery showplace covers 305 acres and first opened on Oct. 1, 1982. Related: For Hardcore Fans Only: The Extreme Disney Bucket List Previous Next Start Slideshow Travel InspirationWalt Disney WorldDisneyTravel