Epcot Bucket List: 56 Things to Do and Discover in Epcot

Epcot is essentially two parks fused together, so there is a lot to try and do in one day. That’s why you should have an Epcot bucket list to keep track.

Epcot Bucket List: 56 Things to Do and Discover in Epcot

Upon arrival at Epcot, there are some major things you will not want to miss. Epcot is essentially two parks fused together, so there is a lot to try and do in one day. That’s why you should create an Epcot bucket list to keep track of all the things you want to do. Thankfully, Epcot is easy to navigate and you can explore each pavilion to your own satisfaction. You can loop around the entire World Showcase in about ten minutes, or it could take ten hours, which incidentally, is exactly how long that section of the park is open.

Future World and World Showcase both have their hidden secrets to explore. There is also a lot of can’t miss opportunities and I have them right here for your convenience. These are 56 things to absolutely not miss in Future World and in World Showcase when you go to Epcot. This is an Epcot bucket list for any time of year, so there are even more things to do and discover at festival time.

Best things to do at Epcot

Get 20% off at Joffrey’s as a vacation package perk before you enter the park. This is one of the magical extras you receive when you book your vacation through Disney.
Currently, just inside the entrance are the Leave a Legacy stone etched with photos of past guests. The Members of NSYNC have their tiles somewhere. Look around and see if you can find them. Leave a Legacy will soon be moving outside of the park.
No matter when you are visiting Epcot, chances are good there is a Festival going on. Pick up a Passport as you enter the park so you can see what foods you would like to partake in. The passports have stickers to keep track of everything you do. The Flower and Garden Festival is one of my favorite festivals now, as well as Food & Wine.
Meet Pluto on the west side of the entrance near Spaceship Earth.
Read the diagram on the floor in Future World West as you exit the breezeway. It charts various scientific discoveries in different fields throughout history. Take pictures so you can reference them later if you feel rushed.
Take the Aqua Tour or one of the other amazing tour experiences in The Seas Pavilion. You will learn more about Disney’s research and conservation efforts and swim with the sharks, rays, turtles and reef fish.
For a small fee, you can take your exploration of the Land Pavilion beyond the Living with the Land boat ride and take the Behind the Seeds walking tour.
On your way to the Imagination Pavilion, you have to try some gourmet popcorn in cheese, buffalo, or sour cream and chive.
You must stop at Club Cool before leaving Future World. This Coca-Cola shop lets you sample flavors from around the world for free!
Meet Joy, Sadness, and Baymax in the character spots at the Future World West Breezeway.
Design and test your car in Test Track. You can’t do this if you use Fastpass, but designing your car adds more purpose and more fun to the thrilling attraction,
See the Jammitors play. This percussion trio uses trash cans and cleaning supplies to bang out a beat.
Sign up for a free interactive Phones and Ferb inspired quest at Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure.
Observe the Folk Art Gallery in the Mexico Pavilion.
Have a high-quality cocktail in Cava De Tequila in Mexico.
Ride Gran Fiesta Tour featuring the Three Caballeros.
See the Mariachi Band outside the Mexico Pavilion.
Meet Anna and Elsa in their summer house at the entrance to the Norway pavilion.
Go inside the Stave Church to discover a gallery of displays on the topic of Norse mythology.
Do the Frozen Ever after Dessert Party. It includes unlimited sweet and savory treats, reserved viewing for Illuminations, and a ride on Frozen Ever After.
Tour the Shanghai Disneyland gallery in Whispering Willows at the China pavilion.
See the circle vision production Reflections of China.
Meet Mulan in the garden at the China Pavilion.
See the Jeweled Dragon Acrobats perform at the China pavilion.
Meet Snow White at her wishing well in the Germany pavilion.
Go to Karamell-Kuche for some fresh caramel treats.
Have a wine flight at Weinkeller.
Go to the Christmas shop and get a pickle ornament.
Eat at Biergarten, an all you can eat buffet with live entertainment. This is 50% of the Germany pavilion experience.
View the miniature town and train set as you exit the Germany pavilion.
Have a slice of pizza in the back of the Italy Pavilion at the Via Napoli window service.
Have a Wine flight at Tutto Gusto.
Have some gelato.
See the American Adventure in the American Pavilion.
View the American Heritage Gallery Native American exhibit.
Hear the acapella group Voices of Liberty perform in the lobby of the American Adventure.
Explore the Bijutsu Kan Gallery featuring Kawaii culture in Mitsukoshi at the Japan pavilion.
Watch Matsuriza perform at the entrance to the Japan pavilion.
Explore the trail of koi ponds and bonsai on the way up to Katsura Grill.
Let yourself into a seemingly closed building at the entrance to Morocco to see the gallery of Art and History featuring the Art of Adornment.
Meet Princess Jasmine in the Morocco Pavilion.
Meet Belle in the France pavilion
Dine at Monsieur Paul for an elevated fine dining experience.
Have an ice cream treat at L’Artisan des Glaces.
See the multi-screen film Impressions De France
Meet Alice in the United Kingdom pavilion.
See the band British Revolution perform The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Queen, David Bowie, Duran Duran, etc.
Find Christopher Robin’s room in the back of the United Kingdom pavilion.
Explore your UK Heraldry.
Have a Drink at Rose and Crown Pub for a lively, exciting cultural environment.
See Oh Canada, the circle vision production starring Martin Short.
Explore Victoria Garden, a garden inspired by the Butchart Gardens in Victoria Canada.
Do not leave the Canada Pavilion without having Maple Popcorn.
See the show on the Canada Mill Stage.
Take a picture at the totem pole picture spot.
Stay and watch Illuminations before you leave.