Sunset Boulevard is a land in Hollywood Studios, and the entire strip is inspired by a real life location. The street is lined with shops on both sides, but most thrill seekers will be heading towards the end of the road where two of the most thrilling attractions in all of Walt Disney World are located. Sunset Boulevard was actually the first expansion to Hollywood Studios that was done after the park had been open for a number of years. Despite all the hype with Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Sunset Boulevard is still an extremely popular land.
This is yours overview of Sunset Boulevard.
Attractions
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror – Step into an old, rundown hotel where you get on a rickety elevator lift. Somehow you’ll end up in the 5th dimension, and you’ll unexpectedly be dropped down the abandoned shaft.
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith – Go backstage into a recording studio with Aerosmith where they will take you on a rockin’ ride to their concert. This indoor coaster takes off from 0-60 in 2.8 seconds. The inside is completely dark, except for the neon signs around you, and this is the only attraction at Disney World that will take you upside down!
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy – This 10 minute theater show is hosted by, none other than, Lightning McQueen himself. There is an advanced animatronic of this famous racer up front, and he is anxious to show you the racing moves he has learned throughout the years using his new racing simulator.
Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage – This outdoor musical, with live actors, is a truncated version of the popular story.
Dining
QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANTS AND SNACKS
Catalina Eddie’s – The main offering at this outdoor food stand is pizza and caesar salad.
Fairfax Fare – This outdoor stand, located near Tower of Terror, serves an assortment of Hotdogs, including a plant-based option!
Rosie’s All American Cafe – Another outdoor stand located near Tower of Terror (this whole location is referred to as “Sunset Ranch Market), this one offers quick service classics like burgers, fries, hot dogs, and chicken nuggets.
Anaheim Produce – This outdoor kiosk serves fresh fruit along with more traditional theme parks snacks such as, Mickey Pretzels, Mickey Ice Creams Bars and Sandwiches, and more.
Hollywood Scoops– Another stand in “Sunset Ranch Market,” location offers sundaes, shakes, ice cream, as well as waffles during breakfast time.
KRNR: The Rock Station – Themed like a food truck, this food stand is located outside of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. It serves a variety of frozen treats and beverages, such as Coke and Root Beer Floats, Frozen Coca-Colas, and Frozen Lemonade.
Pretzel Palooza – Located next to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, this cart serves (you guessed it) Mickey Pretzels! The unique things here is that sometimes you will find specialty pretzels that aren’t offered at many other locations.
Racing Academy Snack Cart – Next to Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, this cart offers some healthy fruit (such as apple slices with carmel and pineapple cups). You will also find beverages, including beer.
Sunshine Day Bar – This location offers a variety of alcoholic beverages.
Tower of Terror Ice Cream Cart – Basically self explanatory, this stand is located next to Tower of Terror and serves ice cream.
Tower of Terror Joffrey’s – Another snack stand near Tower of Terror that serves a variety of coffee, tea, coca, frozen drinks, and pastries.
Shopping
Beverly Sunset – This “theater” on Sunset Boulevard carries a variety of Pixar merchandise and prepackaged treats.
Once Upon a Time inside Carthay Circle – This Art Deco-style “cinema” sells Disney-themed apparel, jewelry, and headwear.
Legends of Hollywood – This boutique-style store offers Pandora jewelry, Disney-themed fashion and apparel, and other Disney merchandise.
Rock Around the Shop – The shop at the end of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, this shop offers Aerosmith, and other music themed merchandise.
Sunset Ranch Souvenirs and Gifts – This outdoor shop primarily offers pins, but there is also a selection of other merchandise and necessities found here.
Tower Gifts – You’ll walk through this shop as you exit Tower of Terror. It features a wide selection of Tower of Terror merchandise.
Shopping
Sunset Boulevard is a very popular area because of all of it’s shops and headliner attractions. Tower of Terror and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster attract all of the thrill seekers. This is definitely not an area to be missed, especially for people who like thrills!
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