14 Reasons Hollywood Studios Is the Best Park at Walt Disney World
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At Walt Disney World, parks like Magic Kingdom and even Epcot seem to get all the glory. While they are notable favorites, Hollywood Studios — formerly known as MGM Studios — might be the complex's best and most overlooked park. Its smaller size makes it easy to do in one day without experiencing some serious exhaustion, and yet, it's packed with classic dark rides and modern thrill rides. If you're in need of some more convincing, keep reading.
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It captures the magic and beauty of Los Angeles.
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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is a perfectly creepy and thrilling ride.
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The shops along Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard are less crowded than those at Magic Kingdom.
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It's constantly improving.
Though popular, the park has shuttered certain sections — like the Lights, Motors, Action! stunt show and the Magic of Disney Animation attraction — to make way for new and exciting updates.
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It's small enough to do everything in a day.
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Rock 'n' Roller Coaster is the most intense thrill ride at Disney World.
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The live entertainment is a wonderfully retro nod to classic Hollywood cinema.
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The Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater makes for one memorable dining experience.
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The Star Wars Launch Bay has been updated to include the latest in the series.
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You can dine with an actual imagineer at the Hollywood Brown Derby.
More information on that here.
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The Great Movie Ride is one of Disney's classic dark rides.
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Get really up close and personal with your favorite Muppets at Muppet Vision 3D.
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Pixar Place houses the incredible Toy Story ride Midway Mania.
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