5 Best Places to Go Shopping at Disney World Florida

The World of Disney store is where you’ll find almost anything Disney-related, be it gifts, souvenirs, clothing, accessories or a cute pair of giant Mickey ears. The impressive shop façade looks like something straight from a movie set, and once inside you’ll discover 12 different rooms filled with everything Disney, from all the latest blockbuster hits to old-time favourites reminding you of your childhood.

Disney Springs is an outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment complex at the Walt Disney World Resort. There's something for everyone, and you can easily spend the entire day experiencing everything they offer. Most shops are specialty boutiques and specialise in a particular theme, such as Disney's Days of Christmas, The Candy Cauldron and Pin Traders. The largest and most popular store is World of Disney, where you can find apparel, accessories, housewares, gifts, and toys in the largest collection of Disney theme park merchandise in the world.

Located right next to Disney Springs, the Marketplace Co-Op features several shops next to the water, most of which are under the cover of a big roof. The emphasis here really is on the boutique stores selling niche and specialist items (which don’t usually come cheap). Head to Arribas Brothers for some funky art and collectables, Basin for themed gifts and housewares, Disney Design-a-Tee to make your own shirt, Disney’s Days of Christmas if it’s near that time of year again or get a sugar rush at Goofy’s Candy Company. No day-tickets are required for this area as it’s not part of one of Disney Resort’s designated theme parks.

This quirky Aladdin’s-themed market is lots of fun, with a modest range of vendors and boutique stores both inside and out. The bazaar-style area is bright and awash with colour, and is particularly impressive when lit up after dark, so have your cameras (and credit cards) ready. Trinkets, accessories, artwork, fashion, souvenirs and homeware are all available. Agrabah Bazaar is located at Adventureland, inside Disney’s Magic Kingdom, which means a day-pass is required for you to access the market.

The Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores is an open-air mall on the other side of International Drive. There are around 50 outlet stores offering year-round discounts of 20-70% on genuine designer brands including Reebok, Crocs, Calvin Klein, Justice, Tommy Hilfiger, Timberland, Fossil, and Nike. Don’t forget that there's another, even larger, Premium Outlet Store on International Drive a little closer to the Orlando Downtown.