Continuing our "Best and Worst" series of each Disney theme park, it's time to turn our attention to Disney World's second park, Epcot. Although each park has changed over the years, none quite possess the storied history of Epcot.
A dream project of Walt himself, Epcot was originally intended to be an actual community where people lived and worked (hence the name, Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow).
While Walt's vision wasn't exactly feasible, Epcot became something the theme park world had never seen: a celebration of humanity, embracing our history, culture, and looming progress.
When the park first opened in 1982, it featured groundbreaking technology, pavilions dedicated to knowledge and creativity, and the World Showcase, which delved into the cultures of countries from around the globe. These traits would define Epcot, spawning a dedicated fanbase unlike any other.
Sadly though, this Epcot would not last. The technology that was once innovative became antiquated quickly, while the call for more thrilling rides became insurmountable. As such, Epcot steadily changed, replacing many beloved attractions with newer rides and intellectual properties.
The result is an Epcot that's far removed from its original self. This isn't necessarily bad, as there are more exciting attractions than before and a constant circulation of festivals. However, it's undeniably different than what it once was, to the ire of many.
In addition, Epcot's history complicates things for this article. With pavilions changing so often, Epcot has lacked the constant lands that the Magic Kingdom has utilized for years.
Still, there are four official lands in Epcot, each with pros and cons worthy of discussion. The World Showcase sure makes things interesting too, but we'll get to that in a minute. For now, here are the best and worst parts of every land in Epcot.
World Celebration
Best: Spaceship Earth
As of now, the first land you enter in Epcot is World Celebration. It includes several shops and restaurants, some fine decor, and a few attractions as well. However, there's nothing in World Celebration that's quite as impressive as Spaceship Earth.
Often dubbed the Epcot ball, Spaceship Earth is a giant geodesic sphere that also has a ride inside. Spaceship Earth mainly serves as the "weenie" or icon of Epcot, as its massive size draws people into the park (like Cinderella's castle, but cooler).
Unlike Magic Kingdom though, Epcot sets Spaceship Earth much closer to the entrance, giving it an immediate impact as guests walk in. Its design has aged well too, as the sphere retains a futuristic appeal without looking dated. Plus, the new effects make this an absolute marvel to view at night and a must do photo op.
Perhaps the coolest detail though is the dark ride it houses. A slow moving ride narrated by Judi Dench, Spaceship Earth takes you through the history of communication to ponder humanity's future.
While some of the effects are dated, many of the scenes are quite immersive. The ride not only maintains the old Epcot spirit, but it does so with gripping sights and smells. Spaceship Earth isn't just educational; it makes history a joy to sit through.
Of all the Disney icons, Spaceship Earth offers the most in terms of both entertainment and overbearing presence. No matter how much Epcot changes, Spaceship Earth remains the one constant that continues to resonate with guests.
Worst: No Unifying Theme
Despite the impressiveness of Spaceship Earth, World Celebration lacks a lot for a land. While it's a fine version of Main Street USA with some nice shops here and there, it really has no theme.
Ultimately, there's nothing concrete to tie this land together. The new decorations are nice, but do little to suggest an overarching theme. It's a large land too, one that sprawls all the way back to Figment without a unifying theme.
Of course, the constant shift of rides has left World Celebration in a difficult spot. Spaceship Earth fits the land's theme, but everything else just seems like it was thrown in. Figment, Club Cool, and the other shops are all fun visits, but none seem to celebrate the world in any way.
Perhaps Epcot's biggest mistake was failing to build the grand pavilion promised during its overhaul. Just like many other attractions though, this was scrapped after COVID, and Epcot had to settle for a nice garden area that only sorta fits the theme.
As such, World Celebration just seems like a generic title for a generic land. Luckily for Epcot, it's only a matter of time before Disney changes things again, hopefully leading to a more unifying theme.
World Discovery
Best: The Thrill Rides
What was once Future World East, is now World Discovery, a land focused on the discovery of technologies. Maintaining much of the futuristic design of its predecessor, Discovery leans heavily into advanced tech and outer space. Excitingly though, this has led to some excellent thrill rides.
In fact, World Discovery actually houses the three most thrilling rides in Epcot. The first is Test Track, a fast ride that lets you design your own car before testing it on the open road. An Epcot staple for years, Test Track allows guests to interact with modern tech while experiencing some thrills. It's currently undergoing a retheme, but it'll surely retain its 65 MPH speed, the fastest of any ride in Disney World.
In addition, Discovery harbors Disney's most intense ride, Mission: SPACE. As the name suggests, Mission: SPACE simulates a blast off into space, turning guests into astronauts. It's one of the few rides to offer a milder version, as most guests can't handle the intense speed and spinning. With vomit bags on board, Mission: SPACE is a must do for any thrill seeker.
Lastly, there's the fan favorite, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Epcot's first roller coaster, Cosmic Rewind takes you to the heart of a space battle featuring the famous Guardians. Feeling like an upgraded Space Mountain, Cosmic Rewind whirls you through the stars with noteworthy visuals and a rotating cart to completely immerse you.
With three fine rides, World Discovery has no shortage of thrills. The excellent theming of each ensures that World Discovery will remain one of Epcot's most popular areas for years to come.
Worst: A Scarce Food Selection
While Epcot is known for its stellar food, not every land can offer an array of fine dining. Sadly, that's the case for World Discovery, which doesn't have the restaurant lineup to compete with the rest of the park.
To be fair, World Discovery does have the extremely popular Space 220, which utilizes immersive tech to let you dine in "outer space." Despite the controversially high prices, Space 220 is a fine addition to the land and a one of a kind experience.
However, this is the only place to eat in the entire land. The other restaurants are a Joffrey's Coffee and a Coke station, which is only open seasonally.
In other words, there's no quick service restaurants to stop and enjoy a snack at. Unless you can snatch a reservation at Space 220, which can be difficult, you have to venture to another land for a bite.
Of course, this isn't a huge problem, as Epcot offers plenty of other places to eat. For Discovery though, the choices remain quite slim. Unless Epcot implements a new quick service spot, World Discovery will remain the last choice for any foodies in Epcot.
World Nature
Best: Well Themed Attractions
Despite the amalgamation of pavilions in the front half of Epcot, there's still some solid theming to be had. Just as World Discovery brings space and wonder, World Nature brings the beauty and power of nature, which is best felt in its well themed attractions.
The main attraction of World Nature has to be Soarin,' a flight simulator that takes you over the countries of the world. While this ride has the least to do with nature, it still offers some breathtaking views of mountains, oceans, and animals. Most of all, the ride's effects are quite immersive, utilizing scents, wind, and an enormous screen to transport you to each land.
Then there's The Journey of Water, a Moana themed walkthrough that allows guests to learn about and interact with water. The interactive portions are fun for kids, but the display at night will please all who venture through.
Then there's the Seas Pavilion, which features an array of ocean themed experiences. This pavilion's premiere attraction is the Seas with Nemo and Friends, a dark ride with scenes from the Pixar film and actual sea creatures. Afterwards, guests can enjoy a large aquarium that features sharks, dolphins, and manatees, while kids can flock to the interactive Turtle Talk with Crush.
Lastly, there's Living with the Land, a relaxing boat ride that's perhaps the most informative ride in the park. While it's no E ticket, it does offer some unique looks at Disney's agricultural systems, as well as some provocative views of the land.
Overall, each attraction in World Nature exhibits the beauty, wonder, and excitement that only nature can bring. Despite all the changes, it's never hard to feel that nature is active on this side of Epcot.
Worst: The Land Pavilion
While World Nature's overall theming is well done, not everything looks quite as fresh as it should. Case in point, the Land Pavilion.
The problem isn't really what's inside of the pavilion, as it features two great restaurants, a niche boat ride, an informative short film, and the E ticket Soarin.' Instead, the issue is that the entire pavilion itself is incredibly dated.
There are some nice decorations like the air balloons atop, but the overall building looks more like a 90's mall cafeteria than something Disney would put their name on. There's just too much wall space, resulting in a pavilion that feels empty. The colors are garish and the furniture is plain, while many decorations add nothing substantial. Sadly, the Land isn't nearly as pretty to as the nature that inspired it.
To make matters worse, this pavilion is poorly laid out too. A two story pavilion with just a few escalators, getting through the Land is a nightmare. With Soarin', sitting at the bottom, there's always a traffic jam to get in or out.
Although the Land would fit in with old Epcot, it looks quite ancient in the current park. With so much to offer, the Land deserves some decor that matches its provocative themes and visually stunning attractions.
The World Showcase
For Epcot's most prized and land, I decided to break tradition. With an area far larger than any other land in Disney World, I decided to evaluate each country as its own land.
Of course, the best part of each country is probably food, but I'm going to focus on details beyond the obvious. Like the countries themselves though, these entries will be smaller to ensure this article isn't as long as the line for Frozen Ever After.
Mexico
Best: An Impressive Indoor Portion
For the most part, the World Showcase countries are mostly outdoors. The restaurants might have some indoor seating, but besides that, the majority of each pavilion sits right in the sun.
However, that's not the case for Mexico. With an impressive and impossible to miss Mayan pyramid, Mexico features an expansive indoor portion. For those who venture inside, there's a Mexican street market with an array of souvenirs, a restaurant with a great view, and a fun family boat ride.
Most impressively though, the interior truly immerses you in the bustling streets of a Mexican night. With the beautiful jungle in the distance and stone architecture to walk through, Mexico's indoor portion remains a must visit spot of the World Showcase.
Worst: An Outdated Attraction
This was perhaps the most painful pick in the World Showcase, as Mexico exhibits no glaring flaws. However, the main attraction, The Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros, is undeniably dated.
Make no mistake, The Gran Fiesta Tour is a fun boat ride with some nice views and low wait times. Still, it's not a must ride, for a few reasons.
First off, The Three Caballeros themselves are well past their prime. While Donald Duck remains a popular Disney figure, Panchito and Jose are far less relevant characters. Their eponymous film will turn eighty next year, and it's just not a major part of pop culture.
More noticeably though, the actual ride technology itself is dated. The screens that comprise most of the ride aren't the clearest, while the animatronics rarely work.
These qualms don't necessarily kill The Grand Fiesta Tour, but they do ensure that it's an undeniably dated ride whose days are likely numbered.
Norway
Best: The Desserts
Although Norway isn't exactly known for its food, it boasts quite the fine selection of desserts.
In fact, the crown jewel of this pavilion is Kringla Bakeri Og Cafe, a Norwegian style bakery. Here, you can try an assortment of Norwegian pastries, coffee, and even beer.
While there are many fine sweet treats like apple cake and cinnamon flatbread, it's the school bread that primarily keeps people coming back. A sweet roll filled with custard and topped with coconut, the school bread is often considered one of the best desserts in Epcot.
Despite this being the only quick service stop in Norway, Kringla's variety and excellent flavors always warrant a visit.
Worst: A One Note Land
Many of the countries in the World Showcase offer a variety of things to do and Norway is no exception. However, Norway is the only one that really feels like a one note land.
Outside of Kringla, just about everything to shop, eat, and ride is Frozen themed. For instance, Norway's main table service restaurant is Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Hall. It's a fine restaurant for sure, but it's clear that the focus is on the princess IP and not the food itself.
Then there's the biggest culprit, Frozen Ever After. Now, I honestly don't dislike this ride like most Epcot purists do, as I find it to be a fun visual experience for the whole family. Yet, I can see why many don't like it.
While the previous ride, Maelstrom, engaged with Norwegian culture in an exciting way, Frozen Ever After just takes you through different parts of the movie. It's not a bad attraction, it just fails to justify its existence.
Sadly, Norway feels like it's more focused on Elsa and company than it is Norwegian culture. At least the other World Showcase countries that feature intellectual property use it sparingly and offer other substantial experiences. As for Norway, there's little non Frozen things to do, meaning anyone who isn't a fan has little reason to visit.
China
Best: Beautiful Architecture
Each pavilion in the World Showcase strives for a design that reflects the culture of the country it represents. However, none do so with as much beauty and detail as China.
As soon as you see this pavilion, you're taken aback by the large ornate gates acting as an entrance. Next, you walk through a tranquil garden complete with a long bridge, plenty of plants, and a large lotus pool. This part is especially moving, as the quiet walk is a welcome break from the usual busyness of the park.
Finally, you reach the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a traditional Chinese temple. It's only half the size of the real thing, but its detailed tile work, captivating colors, and plain beauty make this a marvel to see.
The rest of the pavilion features shops and restaurants with traditional Chinese architecture. With every meticulously crafted building, the China pavilion defines itself as one of the most breathtaking to walk through, especially at night. It's no wonder that this remains one of the most popular spots to get married in Epcot.
Worst: The Food
A solid argument could be made for each pavilion's best offering being their food. The same cannot be said for the China Pavilion though, as it offers some of the weakest food in the park.
While not exactly bad, most of the food has the same quality and taste as any other Chinese restaurant in America. The dishes are akin to your typical Sweet and Sour or Orange Chicken. Nothing feels like an authentic Chinese offering, not even the sit down restaurants.
Again, the food quality isn't exactly poor, it's just disappointing considering the authenticity Epcot is known for. Even Mexico does a great job of offering more than the Americanized version of its cuisine.
However, China's food will taste quite unremarkable to most. A large overhaul of every restaurant would do China some justice, but we'll have to see if Epcot ever steps up to the challenge.
Germany
Best: The Music
Honestly, Germany does many things well, as it offers some fine food, shops, and scenery. However, the most impactful element might just be the music.
Blasting traditional polka music, Germany exudes the spirit of Oktoberfest every month of the year. The recognizable musical styling not only brims with joy, but infects anyone listening with a jovial spirit. Lucky guests might even get to see a live band playing polka classics for the crowds.
Ultimately, polka music is the perfect touch to celebrate Germany's deep cultural history. While it's not something you'd constantly listen to, it's hard to deny the culture of Germany when these infectious tracks are played aloud.
Worst: It's Way Too Small
Although Germany tends to do everything well, that might be because there's not much to do here. It's facade is inviting, but once you enter the pavilion, it's clearly confined.
There's the Karamell-Kuche, which offers heavenly sweets, some really nice shops, the serviceable Sommerfest, and then the table service Biergarten tucked away in the back. These are mostly enjoyable, but there's not much else around them, with many of them tightly packed together.
Now, this is partially because Germany was supposed to get a boat ride behind Sommerfest that never came to fruition. However, that's left Germany quite shallow in space, leading to an overstuffed square that leads nowhere.
It's a concerning issue especially when considering the cultural toolbox Disney can use to develop this pavilion. Sadly though, it hasn't really been altered since 1982 and that might just be how things stay.
Italy
Best: Table Service Restaurants
While Italy isn't exactly well rounded with its food options, it greatly excels with its table service restaurants.
In Italy, there are three places to enjoy a sit down meal, the most popular being Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria. A pizza place at heart, Via Napoli offers authentic Italian pizza made in enormous brick fire ovens. Despite their limited menu choices, Via Napoli remains a popular choice for families looking for a filling, delicious meal.
Then there's Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar, a secluded wine bar that only takes reservations in person. As such, it's often less busy than the rest of the park, allowing guests to enjoy the wine and atmosphere in peace. Tutto also has a limited menu, but the vast array of wine will please many adults looking for a quiet place to rest.
Lastly, there's Tutto Italia Ristorante, the premier table service restaurant in Italy. Offering an upscale but comforting Italian menu, Tutto Italia will be the first choice for many seeking a true fine dining experience in Epcot. The ambiance inside embodies elegance, with several murals and fine decorations to compliment the excellent food.
No matter the type of sit down restaurant you're seeking, Italy has something to accommodate your tastes (just don't overlook the quick service gelato).
Worst: Not Much Else To Do
While it's true that most pavilions are judged by their culinary offerings, many also offer other experiences in the form of rides, shows, and shops. The same cannot be said for Italy, as it offers little besides its restaurants.
To be fair, the pavilion itself is quite beautiful, offering Roman style architecture to behold and walk through. Besides that though, there's not much to do here. There's no attraction of any kind, few shops, and only the occasional live performance. Unless you're eating here, Italy just isn't a pavilion you need to visit.
With such a wide open space, it's hard not to feel that Italy isn't wasting it. There's no denying Italy's food offerings, but a ride or attraction of some kind would make this a must visit pavilion.
The American Adventure
Best: The Regal Eagle Smokehouse
For many years, The American Adventure failed to justify its inclusion in the World Showcase. It makes sense on paper as Disney World receives many visitors from all over the globe, many interested in experiencing American culture. The problem is that the American Adventure long struggled to properly provide any.
However, that changed with the addition of the Regal Eagle Smokehouse. A restaurant inspired by the most patriotic Muppet, Sam the Eagle, the Regal Eagle wisely ditches the colonial aspect for one of America's finest cuisines, barbecue.
The menu includes all kind of barbecue classics like ribs, smoked chicken, pulled pork, and brisket in a variety of cooking methods. It doesn't skimp on quality or portions, as many fans argue that it features some of the best barbecue on the resort.
While many Americans will skip The Regal Eagle in favor of more exotic fare, other tourists will relish in the chance to experience some authentic American food.
Worst: A Worse Version of Liberty Square
Despite adding the Regal Eagle, the American Adventure still mostly feels like a colonial area. Although it's not a bad design, it's hard not to feel that this is just a worse version of Magic Kingdom's Liberty Square.
Besides the barbecue, just about everything you can find here, you can find in Liberty Square. The turkey legs and funnel cakes are tasty, but not exclusive to Epcot. The theming is also far underwhelming too, as the space is too small to really immerse anyone.
It's other defining attribute might be its attraction, which is also titled The American Adventure. While this is a worthwhile experience to be sure, it still pales in comparison to the history and technology present in Liberty Square's Hall of Presidents.
While the American Adventure might impress some, it doesn't really do anything better than Liberty Square. As such, it's often the most passed over country in the entire showcase.
Japan
Best: The Most Beautiful Pavilion
Although every pavilion provides worthwhile experiences, some truly outshine the others. With excellent food, shopping, and scenery, Japan does just that. However, it's the scenery that truly makes Japan such an astonishing pavilion.
A beautiful pavilion, Japan offers a variety of breathtaking features, most noticeably being the pagoda. Towering over the pavilion, the pagoda's tiers are elegantly designed, showcasing the country's religious history.
Beside the pagoda, sit several gardens and ponds, complete with koi and bountiful flora. These gardens extend deep into Japan, eventually leading to a hidden gem of a restaurant. As such, it's one of the most serene spots to grab a bite in the entire park.
Lastly, there's a large torri gate resting in the World Showcase Lagoon. A traditional way of marking sacred areas in Japan, the torri gate serves as a reminder of the cultural history, beliefs, and honor of Japan.
Of all the pavilions in Epcot, Japan is the one that's the easiest to get lost in. With beautiful decor and towering architecture, this is an engaging pavilion, even if you don't spend a dime.
Worst: No Attractions
While Japan remains a well constructed pavilion, it's undeniably lacking one thing: an attraction. Not every country can have an amazing ride, but many have shows, short films, or exhibits of some sort. Sadly, Japan doesn't.
The closest thing Japan has to an attraction is the drumming group that sometimes performs in the pagoda and a small exhibit with some art far back in the pavilion. Both are enjoyable, but neither are substantial enough to even make it to the park's map.
To make matters worse, Japan has almost received an attraction several times before, including a Mount Fuji set roller coaster. This never arrived though, and the concept was soon rolled into Expedition: Everest.
Although Japan is a wonder to visit, there's certainly room for a phenomenal ride of some sort. Even if it's just a short film, an extra attraction would elevate Japan to the top tier of the World Showcase.
Morocco
Best: An Authentic Recreation
Many of the World Showcase pavilions are beautifully designed with specific detail paid to the cultures being emulated. However, no country is quite as authentic in design as Morocco.
When the pavilion was being designed, the Moroccan government decided to sponsor the pavilion itself instead of the usual corporation. Instead of just giving money though, King Hassan II sent Moroccan artisans to help design the architecture of the land.
The resulting pavilion is a breathtaking example of Moroccan culture, complete with intricate mosaics, fountains, and natural accompaniments. It's a deep pavilion too, with long alleys to explore and shops to get lost in.
With such an authentic design, Morocco remains a popular pavilion to stroll through, especially with a sky of stars and fireworks above.
Worst: The Worst Post Covid Country
Like much of the world, Covid had a great impact on the Disney Parks. However, few areas were hit as hard as Morocco.
After covid, Morocco's premier restaurant, Marrakesh, closed down for good and the space is now vacant. With the closing of this delicious dining spot, Morocco now has little else to offer.
Currently, the only things to do in Morocco are eat at the Spice Road Table, a fine quick service spot, or enjoy the shops. The result is a ghost town of a pavilion, especially since everything to do is right at the front of Morocco.
With no reason to venture down those beautifully designed alleys, Morocco is one of the quietest parts of Epcot. A new attraction or dining experience would revitalize this area, but for now, it's a stark reminder of the hits Disney took in 2020.
France
Best: There's SO Much To Do
At long last, we reach what many consider to be the best pavilion, France. The country synonymous culture unsurprisingly has an equally exciting pavilion. Most of all though, there's just so much to do here.
Starting with food, France has six different dining establishments ranging from delicious quick service spots to high class dining experiences. Some of the dishes you can try include various French pastries, creme brulee, crepes, brioche ice cream sandwiches, and even the famous ratatouille.
You could certainly spend an entire day eating here, but France amplifies things with three attractions. The first two are both shows, impressions de France and Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along. Despite being films, one showcases French culture, while the other relishes in the fun, romantic spirit of a story set in France.
France's main attraction though, is Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. A trackless dark ride, Ratatouille Adventure utilizes screens, scents, and impressive scenes to take you through an over enlarged French kitchen. The use of technology will leave many guests impressed, especially those looking for a fun family ride.
With an array of restaurants, attractions, and shops, France packs a lot into one pavilion.
Worst: The Eiffel Tower
When building a pavilion that emulates the best of France, you're pretty much obliged to include the Eiffel Tower. What was once the tallest structure in the world, has now become synonymous with French culture and human ingenuity.
Unfortunately, Epcot's version doesn't live up to the original. Utilizing forced perspective, this version is a 1/10th scale replica attached to the top of the Impressions de France building. The idea is that the miniature size will make it seem off in the distance, looming away in the city.
To be fair, this usually looks good at night, with the illuminated tower sporting a striking look in the dark. During the day though, the illusion barely works and it's clear how unimpressive the tower really is. Without much fine detail, it's pretty easy to tell that the tower isn't as large as it should be.
Now, Disney doesn't really have a ton of options given the limited space in Epcot. However, when compared against the towers in Italy and Japan, France's icon feels quite disappointing.
United Kingdom
Best: A Pavilion of Joy
While there's expected to be some degree of joy in a theme park, the United Kingdom pavilion provides a jovial spirit that's hard to match.
The UK accomplishes this in a multitude of ways, but the primary one is with drinks. At the Rose and Crown Pub and other places, guests can enjoy ales and stouts in a cozy but authentic setting. The theming inside creates a fun experience, especially as you get to know other guests seeking similar coziness.
But the pavilion offers more than drinks, as it also employs fun music to liven spirits. Whether it's a piano player in the pub or a British rock band in the pavilion, the UK offers a musical experience to delve into. While every country utilizes music, only the UK does so in a familiar way that'll please many.
With drinks to be had and music to enjoy, the UK is a prime spot to embrace the brighter side of life, which is likely why it's one of Epcot's most popular countries.
Worst: No Attraction
Like many other pavilions, The UK sadly lacks an attraction of any kind. Of course, not every pavilion needs a shiny attraction, but something to draw guests in never hurts.
What stings most about the UK, is that it was supposed to receive a brand new Mary Poppins ride a few years ago during Epcot's overhaul. However, financial struggles suffered during COVID led to it being axed completely.
This isn't a major grievance, since the UK has plenty to explore. Still, a signature ride could go a long way in making this pavilion one of Epcot's finest. Whether it's Mary Poppins or something else entirely, most Disney fans would ecstatically welcome a new ride.
Canada
Best: A Natural Pavilion
The last country in the World Showcase, Canada can often feel quite tame in comparison to the countries that come before. However, that doesn't make it a lesser pavilion, as Canada has plenty to offer, starting with its beautiful landscape.
While every country in Epcot is well designed, only Canada opts for a mostly natural landscape. This seems fitting given the country's abundant nature and the results are pretty stunning.
Immediately, you'll notice the large rock formation that's carved to look like a miniature mountain. Then, there's a path that takes you through the mountainous landscape. At the end of the path, there's a beautiful waterfall worthy of at least a picture or a reflective moment.
It's a gorgeous pavilion that truly revels in the beauty of nature, even if it's not as vast as Canada itself. It earns bonus points at night, as the waterfall and mountain are so well illuminated they're impossible to pass up.
Worst: The Least Exciting Pavilion
While Canada is by no means a bad pavilion, it can be argued that Canada is the least exciting. It does have an excellent restaurant, some beautiful scenery, and a few beer and poutine offerings on the side.
However, none of those are really exciting. The food is pretty good, but doesn't really stand out amongst the World Showcase's offerings. Of course, the scenery is great, but it doesn't excite guests and neither will the short film.
As such, Canada rarely appears at the top of people's to do list when making the rounds of Epcot. I find it to be a peaceful pavilion with some excellent food, but I can see why it might feel like a rather boring way to end one's journey through the World Showcase.
