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.
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
Backlot Express is a quick-service restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, located near Echo Lake and Star Tours – The Adventures Continue. It is one of the park’s most practical dining locations: large, air-conditioned, centrally positioned, and built for guests who want a straightforward meal without committing to a table-service reservation. Today, its menu focuses on … Read more
Disney Channel Rocks! was a high-energy, live musical show that used to take place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida. The show debuted in 2011 and was a vibrant celebration of the popular songs and music from various Disney Channel original series and movies. The show featured a talented … Read more
“For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” is an enchanting live show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The show opened on July 5, 2014, and has since become a beloved and highly popular attraction, particularly among fans of Disney’s animated film “Frozen.” The show takes place in the Hyperion Theater, located on Echo … Read more
“Get Happy…With ABC!” was a live stage show that took place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios). It ran from 1996 to 1997. The show was a collaboration between Disney and ABC, showcasing popular ABC television shows and characters. It featured a cast of performers who brought the energy and excitement of … Read more
Goosebumps HorrorLand Fright Show and Funhouse was one of the strangest and most memorable limited-run attractions ever presented at Disney-MGM Studios. Inspired by R.L. Stine’s enormously popular Goosebumps children’s horror franchise, the experience debuted on October 8, 1997, in the park’s New York Street area, later known as the Streets of America. It returned for … Read more
“High School Musical 2: School’s Out” was a live stage show based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movie “High School Musical 2.” The show was performed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The stage production brought the beloved characters and catchy songs from “High School Musical 2” to life, giving guests the opportunity to experience the … Read more
“High School Musical 3: Right Here! Right Now!” was a live stage show based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movie “High School Musical 3: Senior Year.” The show was performed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Similar to its predecessor, “High School Musical 2: School’s Out,” this stage production brought the characters and music from “High … Read more
High School Musical Pep Rally” was a live entertainment experience that took place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It ran from 2006 to 2007. The pep rally was inspired by the popular Disney Channel movie, “High School Musical.” It featured a high-energy performance with music, dance, and interactive elements that engaged guests and brought the spirit … Read more
Hollywood & Vine is a character buffet restaurant in the Echo Lake area of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, located beside 50’s Prime Time Café and Tune-In Lounge. The restaurant is themed as an Art Deco-style “cafeteria to the stars,” which fits the park’s old Hollywood identity: a place where performers, studio workers, and visiting celebrities might … Read more