Echo Lake is a themed area located within Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The area is designed to resemble a typical movie studio backlot, featuring a variety of attractions and experiences that showcase the history of Hollywood and the movie-making process.
Echo Lake features several attractions such as the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!, an action-packed live show that recreates iconic scenes from the Indiana Jones movies and the Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, a motion simulator ride that takes guests on a journey through the Star Wars galaxy.
The area also features several live entertainment options such as the famous Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, a show where young guests can learn the ways of the Jedi and test their skills against the Dark Side.
The area also includes dining options such as the ABC Commissary and the Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner, both themed around the Echo Lake area and also features a replica of the famous Echo Lake, which serves as the icon of the area.
Your complete guide to each of the rides, attractions, restaurants and shows, past and present in Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ Echo Lake area.
Below is a rundown of everything you can find in this land. click on a listing to find out a ton more details about it.
Backlot Express is a quick-service restaurant located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park at Walt Disney World. The restaurant features a variety of American food options. The menu at Backlot Express features a variety of dishes, including burgers, sandwiches, and salads. There are also vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Some of the most popular items … Read more
Step back in time to the nostalgic era of the 1950s at the 50’s Prime Time Café, a heartwarming and whimsical dining experience located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As soon as you walk through the door, you’ll find yourself immersed in the charming atmosphere of a retro family kitchen, complete with vintage décor, checkered floors, … Read more
“The Monster Sound Show” was an attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios). It operated from 1989 to 1997. The attraction was a live interactive show that offered guests a behind-the-scenes look at how sound effects are created for movies. It was hosted by a Disney sound effects expert and a “volunteer” … Read more
The American Idol Experience was a live show and interactive attraction located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida. Inspired by the popular television show “American Idol,” this attraction allowed park guests to experience the thrill of being a contestant in a simulated singing competition. Upon entering the theater, guests could choose … Read more
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Hall of Fame was an open-air plaza in the Echo Lake area of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It featured a number of bronze busts of television personalities from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The area closed in 2016.
SuperStar Television was a unique and entertaining attraction that was once featured at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios). This interactive show took guests on a journey through television history, allowing them to become part of classic TV scenes and experience the magic of live television production. The attraction was set in a … Read more
Star Tours was an exciting and immersive motion simulator attraction located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction was based on the iconic Star Wars film franchise and allowed guests to embark on an intergalactic adventure through the galaxy far, far away. Upon entering Star Tours, guests found themselves in a spaceport terminal with droids, Star … Read more
“Sounds Dangerous!” was a former attraction located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios). It was a live-action show that took place in a theater setting and starred actor Drew Carey. The attraction opened on April 22, 1999, and featured a unique concept where guests experienced the show in complete darkness. The story … Read more
“One Saturday Morning Sound Show” was a live entertainment experience that took place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios). The show was inspired by the popular ABC Saturday morning programming block called “One Saturday Morning,” which featured animated shows from Disney such as “Doug,” “Recess,” “Pepper Ann,” and “Hercules: The Animated Series. … Read more
Mickey Shorts Theater is an attraction located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The theater features a 10-minute 3D animated film titled “Vacation Fun” that showcases Mickey Mouse and his friends as they go on various adventures around the world. The film is a compilation of several episodes from the Mickey Mouse animated series that originally aired … Read more