Echo Lake is a nostalgic area of Disney’s Hollywood Studios that contains elements of the park from throughout the decades. The most iconic part of the area is Echo Lake itself, which is home to the massive green dinosaur Gertie. Nearby, you can enjoy dining at Hollywood & Vine or the vintage-themed 50’s Prime Time Cafe, where visitors can enjoy comfort food in a retro setting. Nearby, you can also enjoy rides such as Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, or sit down for a thrilling show at the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular.

Let’s explore everything there is to do at Echo Lake in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Echo Lake Attractions

There are several attractions to enjoy in the area, including one ride and three different shows. Here’s what you’ll find in the area:

• Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular: A 30-minute show with amazing stunts from the Indiana Jones franchise.
• Star Tours—The Adventures Continue: A 3D, motion-simulated space flight through the tales of the Star Wars universe.
• Vacation Fun: An animated short with Mickey and Minnie
• For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration: A sing-along show featuring characters such as Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and Kristoff.

Echo Lake Dining

Echo Lake Table Service Restaurants

There are two major table service restaurants, both of which are pretty popular. We recommend making an Advance Dining Reservation to guarantee seating.

• Hollywood & Vine: A character dining experience where guests can meet Disney characters while enjoying a buffet that spans American cuisine. Theming changes based on the season.
• 50’s Prime Time Cafe: A themed diner transports guests to a 1950s family home, complete with classic American meals and playful interactions with “family member” servers.
  • Tune-In Lounge: Adjacent to the 50’s Prime Time Cafe, this cozy bar offers a selection of classic cocktails, beers, and wines in a nostalgic mid-century setting.

Echo Lake Quick-Service Restaurants

• Backlot Express: A quick-service restaurant themed as a bustling movie studio backlot.
• Dockside Diner: Enjoy classic American fare served waterside at Echo Lake.

Echo Lake Snack Spots, Carts, and More

You’ll find a few quick dining spot on Echo Lake:

• Epic Eats: Located near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, this snack stand is famous for its funnel cakes and ice cream.
• Oasis Canteen: Another option located near Indiana Jones, you can pick up specialty cocktails.
• Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction: Head over to Gertie for a dinosaur-shaped shop to pick up ice cream and frozen treats.

Echo Lake Shopping

• Tatooine Traders: Located at the exit to Star Tours, you can pick up an array of different merchandise themed to the Star Wars franchise.
• Frozen Fractal Gifts: A specialty shop featuring Frozen-themed merchandise, located near the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration.

Echo Lake Entertainment

The area is home to three shows, meaning you’ll have plenty of entertainment through attractions! Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, Vacation Fun, and For the First Time in Forever each have specific showtimes throughout the day, so check in on My Disney Experience for your day’s showtimes.

Echo Lake Characters

The area is home to one scheduled meet-and-greet:

• Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight

Other Echo Lake Details

What else do you need to know about Echo Lake? Here are some of the essentials you’ll want to take note of before visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Restrooms

Restrooms in the land are located at the following locations:

• Hyperion Theater Restrooms
• ABC Sound Studio Restrooms (also have Companion Restrooms)

PhotoPass Opportunities

While it may vary by day, here are a few locations where you may find PhotoPass photographers:

• Near Star Tours
• Meet Olaf
• Echo Lake