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Overview
Originally named Disney-MGM Studios(opened May 1989), Hollywood Studios (name changed in 2008) is a park centered around Hollywood and show business in the 1930’s and 1940’s.
Getting Around
Hollywood Studios is made up of six themed areas.
- Hollywood Boulevard – Is the main avenue from the entrance to the big Sorcerer’s Hat. This boulevard is lined with many shops.
- Echo Lake – As you stroll down Hollywood Boulevard look off to the left and you will see a small oval shaped lagoon. Surrounding the lagoon is a few attractions, services, and Gertie the Dinosaur.
- Streets of America – Originally only part of the backlot tour, the streets of New York and San Francisco are now open for pedestrian traffic.
- Animation Courtyard – This area is the Hollywood Studios home to Disney Animation classic and new. Be sure to step into Walt’s shoes and explore One Man’s Dream.
- Pixar Place – Modeled after the Emeryville campus of Pixar Studios this area is home to Hollywood Studios newest attraction, Toy Story Midway Mania.
- Sunset Boulevard – Home to the thrill rides at Hollywood Studios. Both Tower of Terror and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster can be found in this area.
Special Events
- The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights (Early Nov to Early Jan)
- Star Wars Weekends (Late May to Early June)
