Disney Springs Reopens - Here's What You'll See and Experience

Disney Springs Reopens – Here’s What You’ll See and Experience

May 20, 2020

Parks, Walt Disney World Resort

As of today, Disney Springs is again welcoming guests for a little bit of Disney magic. At this point, it is the only thing open at Walt Disney World Resort. For guests who are wanting to visit Disney Springs for a little bit of Disney magic, there are a few things to be aware of now that it is open. This is to keep both guests and Cast Members safe.

First off, Disney released a graphic outlining the safety protocols that are now in place for Disney Springs.

Health and Safety Cast Members

Disney cast members in easily identifiable, brightly colored shirts will be walking throughout Disney Springs to answer guest questions about new health and safety protocols for the shopping, dining and entertainment district, which reopens May 20, 2020, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

Directional Signage

New directional signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., helps direct guest flow throughout the shopping, dining and entertainment district to better facilitate physical distancing. Maintaining appropriate physical distancing is part of the new health and safety protocols for guests when Disney Springs reopens May 20, 2020. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Hand Washing Stations

Prior to the May 20, 2020, reopening of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., a Disney cast member cleans his hands using a new hand-washing station installed at the shopping, dining and entertainment district. Guests are encouraged to wash their hands frequently while visiting Disney Springs. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Health and Safety Reminders

Signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., reminds guests of new health and safety protocols in place when the shopping, dining and entertainment district reopens May 20, 2020. While visiting Disney Springs, guests must maintain physical distancing and those 3 years of age and older must wear a face covering at all times, among other new guidelines. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Physical Distancing Signage

Ground signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., delineates appropriate physical distancing outside the World of Disney store. When Disney Springs reopens May 20, 2020, new health and safety protocols will be in place for guests visiting the shopping, dining and entertainment district – among them, maintaining proper physical distancing. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Prior to the May 20, 2020, reopening of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Disney cast members demonstrate appropriate physical distancing outside the World of Disney store. New ground signage will help guests maintain physical distancing while queueing to enter the store. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Disney Springs is just one more step in the reopening of Disney establishments around the globe. Shanghai Disneyland reopened on May 11th and continues to offer more experiences as time goes by. Stay tuned to DAPS MAGIC for further updates on the reopening of Disney parks and resorts moving forward. Check out the list of establishments that are open today here. Disney-owned locations will be opening on May 27th.

Disney Springs Photos

Signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., reminds guests of new health and safety protocols in place when the shopping, dining and entertainment district reopens May 20, 2020. While visiting Disney Springs, guests must maintain physical distancing and those 3 years of age and older must wear a face covering at all times, among other new guidelines. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

A water fountain is part of the decor in Town Center of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

Disney Springs is the shopping, dining and entertainment district of Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

Town Center in Disney Springs is part of the expansive shopping, dining and entertainment district at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

Disney cast members in easily identifiable, brightly colored shirts will be walking throughout Disney Springs to answer guest questions about new health and safety protocols for the shopping, dining and entertainment district, which reopens May 20, 2020, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

City Works Eatery & Pour House is now open in Disney Springs. This premier sports restaurant and bar offers the ultimate sports viewing experience with 17 high-definition TVs, a state-of-the-art sound system and 90 craft beers on tap. (Photo courtesy of City Works)

With all-new product displays and magical flourishes, the World of Disney store at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., has been completely reimagined. The store held an official grand reopening Oct. 27, 2018. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

An aviation-themed lounge, Jock LindseyÕs Hangar Bar features unique cocktails and small plates at its prime location along Lake Buena Vista. Ardent fans of the ÒIndiana JonesÓ films may recognize Jock Lindsey as IndyÕs frequent pilot. In the main room, guests can discover an expansive bar, aviation decor filling the room, vintage travel posters covering the walls and correspondence between Jock, Indy and their fellow adventurers on display. Jock LindseyÕs Hangar Bar is located at The Landing area at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs is a ranch-inspired eatery serving artisanal gelato shakes, freshly cut fries and gourmet burgers. Disney Springs is an exciting, waterfront district for world-class shopping, unique dining, and high-quality entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort. Inspired by Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, Disney Springs has four distinct outdoor neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center, all interconnected by a flowing spring and vibrant lakefront. (David Roark, photographer)

D-Luxe Burger at Disney Springs is a ranch-inspired eatery serving artisanal gelato shakes, freshly cut fries and gourmet burgers. Disney Springs is an exciting, waterfront district for world-class shopping, unique dining, and high-quality entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort. Inspired by Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, Disney Springs has four distinct outdoor neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center, all interconnected by a flowing spring and vibrant lakefront. (David Roark, photographer)

DisneyStyle is the latest fashion-forward merchandise spot with a twist at Disney Springs West Side. Here, fashionistas find a curated assortment of trendy apparel and accessories inspired by beloved Disney characters and Disney Parks attractions. Intertwined throughout the shop is a variety of photo backdrops to capture the moment in style. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

DisneyStyle is the latest fashion-forward merchandise spot with a twist at Disney Springs West Side. Here, fashionistas find a curated assortment of trendy apparel and accessories inspired by beloved Disney characters and Disney Parks attractions. Intertwined throughout the shop is a variety of photo backdrops to capture the moment in style. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

The perfect spot for guests to relax and unwind, Dockside Margaritas is a waterfront margarita bar offering live entertainment daily in a laid-back environment amid tropical decor at Downtown Disney Marketplace serving a variety of handcrafted margaritas, specialty cocktails and authentic Florida brews. The extensive, adult-beverage menu includes Sunset Margaritas, Orange Grove Rum Runners and Sugar Cane Mojitos. Downtown Disney is located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

The perfect spot for guests to relax and unwind, Dockside Margaritas is a waterfront margarita bar offering live entertainment daily in a laid-back environment amid tropical decor at Downtown Disney Marketplace serving a variety of handcrafted margaritas, specialty cocktails and authentic Florida brews. The extensive, adult-beverage menu includes Sunset Margaritas, Orange Grove Rum Runners and Sugar Cane Mojitos. Downtown Disney is located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

Guests go for a ride inÊa Captain-guided tour aboard anÊamphibious auto, known as anÊAmphicar,Êon Lake Buena Vista at Downtown Disney, as part of the waterfront adventures offered at The BOATHOUSE restaurant.ÊThe BOATHOUSE: Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats, isÊa new upscale, waterfront dining experience in the heart ofÊDowntown Disney with a gourmet menu featuring steaks, chops, fresh seafood and a raw bar.ÊThe BOATHOUSEÊfrom Schussler CreativeÊis one of the new venues in The Landing, the first of four planned neighborhoods asÊDowntown Disney transitions to Disney Springs. Completion of Disney Springs is set for 2016. Downtown DisneyÊis located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Ê(Matt Stroshane)

The BOATHOUSE: Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats,Êa new upscale, waterfront dining experience in the heart ofÊDowntown Disney welcomes guests with a gourmet menu featuring steaks, chops, fresh seafood and a raw bar. The new restaurant features spectacular floating artworkÊÑÊdream boats from the 30Õs, 40Õs & 50ÕsÊÑ and a unique opportunity for guests to take a Captain-guided tour aboard amphibious autos called Amphicars on Lake Buena Vista.ÊThe BOATHOUSEÊfrom Schussler CreativeÊis one of the new venues in The Landing, the first of four planned neighborhoods asÊDowntown Disney transitions to Disney Springs. Completion of Disney Springs is set for 2016. Downtown DisneyÊis located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane)

Guests go for a ride inÊa Captain-guided tour aboard anÊamphibious auto, known as anÊAmphicar,Êon Lake Buena Vista at Downtown Disney, as part of the waterfront adventures offered at The BOATHOUSE restaurant.ÊThe BOATHOUSE: Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats, isÊa new upscale, waterfront dining experience in the heart ofÊDowntown Disney with a gourmet menu featuring steaks, chops, fresh seafood and a raw bar.ÊThe BOATHOUSEÊfrom Schussler CreativeÊis one of the new venues in The Landing, the first of four planned neighborhoods asÊDowntown Disney transitions to Disney Springs. Completion of Disney Springs is set for 2016. Downtown DisneyÊis located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.Ê(Matt Stroshane)

The BOATHOUSE: Great Food, Waterfront Dining, Dream Boats, is an upscale, waterfront dining experience in the heart of Disney Springs with a gourmet menu featuring steaks, chops, fresh seafood and a raw bar. The restaurant features spectacular floating artwork — dream boats from the 30’s, 40’s & 50’s — and a unique opportunity for guests to take a Captain-guided tour aboard amphibious autos called Amphicars on Lake Buena Vista. The BOATHOUSE from Schussler Creative is located at The Landing at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (David Roark, photographer)

Disney Springs is an exciting, new waterfront district for world-class shopping, unique dining, and high-quality entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort. Located along the shores of Lake Buena Vista, Disney Springs is undergoing its largest expansion in history. Inspired by Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, Disney Springs has four distinct outdoor neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center, all interconnected by a flowing spring and vibrant lakefront. Completion of Disney Springs is set for summer 2016. Disney Springs is located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

Disney Springs is an exciting, new waterfront district for world-class shopping, unique dining, and high-quality entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort. Located along the shores of Lake Buena Vista, Disney Springs is undergoing its largest expansion in history. Inspired by Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, Disney Springs has four distinct outdoor neighborhoods: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center, all interconnected by a flowing spring and vibrant lakefront. Completion of Disney Springs is set for summer 2016. Disney Springs is located at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

New directional signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., helps direct guest flow throughout the shopping, dining and entertainment district to better facilitate physical distancing. Maintaining appropriate physical distancing is part of the new health and safety protocols for guests when Disney Springs reopens May 20, 2020. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Prior to the May 20, 2020, reopening of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., a Disney cast member cleans his hands using a new hand-washing station installed at the shopping, dining and entertainment district. Guests are encouraged to wash their hands frequently while visiting Disney Springs. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., reminds guests of new health and safety protocols in place when the shopping, dining and entertainment district reopens May 20, 2020. While visiting Disney Springs, guests must maintain physical distancing and those 3 years of age and older must wear a face covering at all times, among other new guidelines. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Ground signage at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., delineates appropriate physical distancing outside the World of Disney store. When Disney Springs reopens May 20, 2020, new health and safety protocols will be in place for guests visiting the shopping, dining and entertainment district – among them, maintaining proper physical distancing. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

Prior to the May 20, 2020, reopening of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Disney cast members demonstrate appropriate physical distancing outside the World of Disney store. New ground signage will help guests maintain physical distancing while queueing to enter the store. (Olga Thompson, photographer)

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