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Located just off of Hollywood Boulevard Area is Echo Lake Area, the small oval-shaped lagoon and home to a giant dinosaur named Gertie. Echo Lake Area is surrounded by several attractions and services that pays homage to its real-life Los Angeles counterpart that was used as a backdrop in a lot of Hollywood’s early films. Echo Lake Area includes three attractions based on characters and films created by George Lucas and produced by Disney’s LucasFilm Studio, Star Tours—The Adventures Continue Attraction, The Jedi Training Academy Attraction, and the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! Show. Echo Lake Area is also home to several themed eateries and shopping venues.
Attractions in Echo Lake Area
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Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame Plaza – An open air gallery that celebrates the icons of classic and contemporary television with bronze busts of TV legends like Lucille Ball, Oprah Winfrey, Dick Clark and Walt Disney himself.
- Interest: Kids, tweens, teens, and adults
- Height Requirements: No height requirements
- Accessibility: Guests may remain in Wheelchair/ECV
- FASTPASS+ is not offered
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Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular – Go behind the scenes of an elaborate set inspired by the Indiana Jones films and watch as the stunt scenes come to life. Volunteer for the “casting call” when the casting director steps on stage to select adult volunteers. If chosen, you’ll appear as a costumed extra in select sequences of the show.
- Interest: Kids, tweens, teens, and adults
- Height Requirements: No height requirements
- Accessibility: Guests may remain in Wheelchair/ECV
- Thrill Level: Live action show
- FASTPASS+ is offered
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Jedi Training Academy – Calling all Jedis ages 4-12! Don a robe and pledge the Jedi Oath under the tutelage of a Jedi Master. The brilliant Star Wars fanfare stirs your spirit as you learn how to use The Force to wield your lightsaber. Your Jedi Master hones your battle skills, for you never know when you will have to defend yourself against the Dark Side.
- Interest: Kids
- Height Requirements: No height requirements
- Accessibility: Guests may remain in Wheelchair/ECV
- Thrill Level: Live action show
- FASTPASS+ is offered
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Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – An action-packed 3D simulator set in the fictional Star Wars universe. This adventure takes guests on a turbulent ride across the galaxy, as droids C-3PO and R2-D2 attempt to safely return a member of the Rebel Alliance. The Adventures Continue takes place between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV: A New Hope.
- Interest: Kids, tweens, teens, and adults
- Height Requirements: 40 inches
- Accessibility: Guests must transfer to standard Wheelchair.
- **You should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.**
- Thrill Level: Turbulent Simulator with small drops
- FASTPASS+ is offered
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Dining in Echo Lake Area
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50s Prime Time Cafe – Offering classic American comfort foods like meatloaf, fried chicken and pot roast straight out of Mom’s kitchen. Nostalgia is the main ingredient in the memorabilia-filled 50’s café.
- Experience: Table Service – Lunch & Dinner
- Price range: $$ ($15 – $29.99)
- Details: Disney Dining Plans accepted
- Tables in Wonderland – 20% discount
- Menu – Click Here for Full Menu
- Reservations recommended
- Call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 to make reservations.
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Backlot Express – Grab a bite to eat before you head back to the set. Surround yourself with movie props, artifacts and memorabilia that will keep you entertained as you enjoy lunch or dinner
- Experience: Table Service – Lunch & Dinner
- Price range: $ ($14.99 and under)
- Details: Disney Dining Plans accepted
- Menu – Click Here for Full Menu
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Hollywood and Vine – Join some of your kid’s favorite Disney Jr. characters such as Jake the Neverland Pirate, Handy Mandy and Sofia the First for a buffet of fun amid art deco designs that evoke classic Hollywood style.
- Experience: Character Dining – Lunch & Dinner
- Price range: $$ – $$$ ($15 – $59.99)
- Details: Disney Dining Plans accepted
- Tables in Wonderland – 20% discount
- Menu – Click Here for Full Menu
- Reservations recommended
- Call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 to make reservations.
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Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner – Dock and dine at this open-air “tramp steamer” eatery that was inspired but the 1931 comedy hit, Min and Bill. Quick service bites like frankfurters, turkey legs and pork shanks are found here.
- Experience: Table Service – Lunch & Dinner
- Price range: $ ($14.99 and under)
- Details: Disney Dining Plans accepted
- Menu – Click Here for Full Menu
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Tune-In Lounge – Go back to the 1950s in this living room styled lounge that offers wonderful specialty cocktails, a comfortable place to sit and relax and is loaded with knick-knacks from the fabulous fifties. It also doubles as the waiting area for its neighbor the 50’s Prime Time Café.
- Experience: Lounge
- Price range: $ ($14.99 and under)
- Details: Disney Dining Plans not accepted
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Shopping in Echo Lake Area
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Gem Creations – Select your favorite stone and your favorite settings and watch as a Disney jewelers creates a personal piece for you that reflects your personal style.
Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost – Make a pitstop at this outpost for safari apparel, outdoor gear, kids’ toys, and souvenirs inspired by the Indiana Jones films.
Indiana Jones Truck – Artifacts, souvenirs and toys inspired by the Indiana Jones films.
Superstar Shop – Get your American Idol apparel and accessories here as well as food and spirits, camera and media accessories
Tatooine Traders – Desert-themed outpost offering memorabilia and collectibles from the Star Wars saga, apparel and accessories, pins and vinylmations
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