I'm in my 40s and go to Disney World by myself at least once a month. Here are 13 things I always do there.

Terri PetersJul 1, 2023, 20:55 IST

I usually go to Disney World at least once a month.Terri Peters

I've been visiting Disney World for over 10 years, and I love going to the parks alone.
Visiting solo allows me to get amazing dining reservations, meet rare characters, and more.

My first visits to Disney World were long ago — before I moved from Maryland to Florida — and always with my family in tow.

When my husband, kids, and I relocated to Central Florida seven years ago, it was a no-brainer that we'd purchase annual passes. For years, we made memories in the theme parks, but, as my kids turned into teenagers, they weren't as interested in visiting anymore.

I decided to keep my own annual pass because I love visiting Disney alone. Even when my husband and kids held passes, I still loved nothing more than escaping alone for the day to visit a Disney park or shop at Disney Springs.

I visit alone even more now, and I love it. I'm 42 years old, and while I don't consider myself the stereotypical, over-enthusiastic "Disney adult," I do find Disney World to be a magical place full of pure fun, incredible food, and unique experiences.

Here are 13 things I always do when I'm visiting the parks alone.

Grab a coveted seat at a popular Disney World bar.

Dahlia Lounge is located at Coronado Springs Resort.Terri Peters

Take things slow and experience hidden gems.

I don't have to run on anyone else's schedule when I visit the parks alone.Terri Peters

Wait for the best parade seating.

I can take time to scope out some space for one in a parade crowd.Terri Peters

See the shows I actually want to see.

"Festival of the Lion King" is a show at Animal Kingdom.Terri Peters

Relax on a resort room balcony.

When I stay at a Disney resort, I like to take full advantage of my time alone.Terri Peters

Order snacks I don't have to share.

The cheeseburger spring rolls in Magic Kingdom are a fan favorite.Terri Peters

Take magical Disney photos.

I don't mind posing for a cute photo by myself.Terri Peters

Go for a quiet morning walk.

Some of the resorts in the Magic Kingdom area are connected by walking paths.Terri Peters

Explore a festival at Epcot.

Epcot hosts its famous Food and Wine festival every year.Terri Peters

Stand in line to meet the characters.

Sometimes I'm able to find rarer characters meeting in the parks.Terri Peters

Snag a walk-up dining reservation.

It's much easier to find a spot for one at the popular restaurants.Terri Peters

Sip some Starbucks.

There are Starbucks locations in each Disney World park.Terri Peters

Take time to dine and shop at Disney Springs.

I can get more done at Disney Springs when I go alone.Terri Peters

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