Did you know that there are TWO entrances to EPCOT? One way in, of course, is at the main entrance by Spaceship Earth that most guests are familiar with. The other entrance is way in the back of World Showcase called International Gateway!
Welcome to EPCOT!
Both of these entrances are available to guests each morning, so today we thought we would start our day from the back of the park!
When we arrived, we noticed that a LOT of other guests had the same idea as us.
Good morning, new friends!
Like…a LOT of guests.
A LOT of people had the same idea to show up at rope drop today!
The crowd photos may look a little shocking and intense, but keep in mind that the International Gateway entrance is where you’ll enter EPCOT from if you travel to the park via the Disney Skyliner. This back entrance is also steps away from Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts, as well as Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. So, there are a lot of resort guests that can easily access the International Gateway in the morning!
Look at how long this line stretches!
Despite the fact that EPCOT’s posted park hours are 11AM-10PM, we noticed the rope drop procedures around 10:30AM. We were able to head right to Soarin’ before the official park opening time and we were on the ride by 11AM.
Rope drop at Epcot this morning from International Gateway. pic.twitter.com/ZIXHoZy3OM
— AJ Wolfe (@DisneyFoodBlog) June 8, 2021
EPCOT International Gateway Entrance
If you have a Disney World vacation coming up and are considering entering EPCOT via International Gateway, just keep in mind that your day can start a little earlier than what’s posted on the calendar! Just be prepared for some crowding initially as you enter.
Click here to read more about Disney World’s “Early Theme Park Entry”
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Do you prefer to enter EPCOT through the main entrance or through the International Gateway? Let us know in the comments!
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