Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge vs. Pandora – The World of Avatar

There’s an adventure brewing in a galaxy far, far away – Disney’s Hollywood Studios^®, to be exact. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge pulls out all the stops with intergalactic experiences nearly indistinguishable from those featured on the silver screen.

Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run

First, there’s Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Nowhere else in the universe can you ride in the famous cockpit of the Millennium Falcon on a thrilling interactive mission. The engines rumble as your ship blasts off into hyperspace, pushing you and your crew back into your seats as you’re hurtled toward adventure, facing danger at every turn. Just when you thought it couldn’t get more exciting, there’s Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. In an unforgettable battle against the First Order, you’ll join the Resistance in an epic battle against legions of stormtroopers with some unexpected plot twists that will be left unspoiled. The entire attraction is a truly massive with multiple ride systems unlike anything else at Walt Disney World^® Resort.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

At Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, even the dining is on theme. Feast on your galactic favorites inside a working hangar bay at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo or sample curious concoctions at Oga’s Cantina. Whether you’ve proclaimed your allegiance to the mighty First Order or you’ve opted to aid a daring mission with the Resistance, you’ll find plenty of options to shop for recruitment gear, discover exotic creatures from across the galaxy and collect unusual antiquities to take home with you. You can even build your own lightsaber or design and assemble a customized droid. All in all, this land is a must-do for Star Wars fans and adventure-seekers alike.

Pandora – The World of Avatar

Pandora – The World of Avatar

Mystical floating mountains. Glowing plant life. Strange, otherworldly creatures. Located within Disney’s Animal Kingdom^® Theme Park, Pandora – The World of Avatar is a magical wonderland unlike anything on earth. Join Alpha Centauri Expeditions (ACE) for a transformational eco-tour filled with extraordinary expeditions in the stunning Valley of Mo’ara. Climb aboard the back of a massive winged mountain banshee for a breathtaking 3D flight over Pandora on Avatar Flight of Passage. Then, see an extraordinary dreamscape unfold before your eyes on a mystical river ride aboard Na'vi River Journey, where you’ll glide through a series of caves and into a bioluminescent rainforest blooming with the sights and sounds of Pandora’s most exotic plants and creatures.

Connect with nature on an inspiring hike through the lush Mo’ara Valley, where you could meet a Pandora Ranger operating a towering Exo-Carrier Utility Suit, have your face painted with authentic Pandoran markings or stumble upon a Na’vi-built drum circle with instruments playable by all. After your adventures, tuck inside the Quonset-hut of Satu’li Canteen — a former RDA mess hall turned peaceful eatery festooned with unique Na’vi art and cultural items — or trek to the corner of Windtraders to Pongu Pongu, a curious drink stand run by an expat who fell in love with Pandora and never left. With dreamy landscapes, exciting rides and on-theme shops selling everything from science kits to Na’vi jewelry, Pandora – The World of Avatar is equally thrilling for both fantasy-lovers and fans of the movie.

The Verdict

It’s a draw! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Pandora – The World of Avatar both offer out-of-this-world experiences that need to be experienced to be believed. Depending on the age of your explorers, both parks offer attractions and dining experiences that skirt the line between sci-fi and fantasy in bold, unexpected ways. Our advice? Add an extra day to your stay to make time for both.

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