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Discovery Island

Animal Kingdom

Discovery Island

Discovery Island sits at the center of Animal Kingdom, serving as a hub to access all the other lands. Here, you'll find a tropical paradise where you can shop and dine to your heart's content! The park's icon, The Tree of Life, stands proudly at the heart of Discovery Island. This breathtaking creation, adorned with over 325 intricately carved animals, is truly a sight to behold. Take in the spectacle of free-flying macaws, enjoy immersive shows both inside and projected onto the tree, and explore an enchanting animal trail.

Attractions

Discovery Island offers two fantastic attractions. Take some time to admire the magnificent carvings on The Tree of Life, encounter remarkable animals along the Discovery Island Trail, and enjoy an engaging show at the Tree of Life Theatre. While It’s Tough To Be A Bug has lowered its curtain for the final time, we eagerly await the arrival of Zootopia: Better Together, set to debut later this year.

Discovery Island offers two fantastic attractions. Take some time to admire the magnificent carvings on The Tree of Life, encounter remarkable animals along the Discovery Island Trail, and enjoy an engaging show at the Tree of Life Theatre. While It’s Tough To Be A Bug has lowered its curtain for the final time, we eagerly await the arrival of Zootopia: Better Together, set to debut later this year.
Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of Winged Encounters: The Kingdom Takes Flight. Witness as six distinct species of macaws soar majestically overhead, before gracefully landing in front of The Tree of Life. This breath-taking performance is not to be missed!

Shows & Entertainment

Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of Winged Encounters: The Kingdom Takes Flight. Witness as six distinct species of macaws soar majestically overhead, before gracefully landing in front of The Tree of Life. This breath-taking performance is not to be missed!

Dining & Snacks

Make a reservation at the adventurous Tiffins Restaurant, where the menu is inspired by the regions that shaped Animal Kingdom, or relax at the beautiful Nomad Lounge. If snacking on the go is more your style, head to Flame Tree Barbecue or Eight Spoon Café for mouthwatering BBQ dishes or creamy mac and cheese. For those who prefer a more familiar bite, Pizzafari serves up satisfying pizza. And don't forget to grab your coffee fix at Creature Comforts, the park’s Starbucks location.

Make a reservation at the adventurous Tiffins Restaurant, where the menu is inspired by the regions that shaped Animal Kingdom, or relax at the beautiful Nomad Lounge. If snacking on the go is more your style, head to Flame Tree Barbecue or Eight Spoon Café for mouthwatering BBQ dishes or creamy mac and cheese. For those who prefer a more familiar bite, Pizzafari serves up satisfying pizza. And don't forget to grab your coffee fix at Creature Comforts, the park’s Starbucks location.
Discovery Island is home to the park’s largest shop, Discovery Trading Company, as well as Island Mercantile. These are the perfect spots to pick up souvenirs from your adventurous day exploring Animal Kingdom and the magnificent creatures that call it home

Shopping

Discovery Island is home to the park’s largest shop, Discovery Trading Company, as well as Island Mercantile. These are the perfect spots to pick up souvenirs from your adventurous day exploring Animal Kingdom and the magnificent creatures that call it home

Discovery Island is one of the best places in Animal Kingdom to meet your favorite Disney characters. Mickey and Minnie greet daring explorers at Adventurers Outpost. Moana or Pocahontas await you at Character Landing. Russell and Dug can be found at the Wilderness Explorers Clubhouse, ready to share tales of the adventures you can embark on in Animal Kingdom. You might even spot Kevin wandering around—don’t worry, her impressive height makes her easy to find!

Characters

Discovery Island is one of the best places in Animal Kingdom to meet your favorite Disney characters. Mickey and Minnie greet daring explorers at Adventurers Outpost. Moana or Pocahontas await you at Character Landing. Russell and Dug can be found at the Wilderness Explorers Clubhouse, ready to share tales of the adventures you can embark on in Animal Kingdom. You might even spot Kevin wandering around—don’t worry, her impressive height makes her easy to find!

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