There are surprises around every corner, nostalgic and new characters roaming about, and memories to last a lifetime. What you might not know , however, is that there are Hidden Mickeys strategically scattered across Walt Disney World. Have you ever looked at something and thought it appeared to resemble something else? Originally, Epcot was supposed to include alcohol, and therefore, no Disney character could be correlated with the beverage and would not be incorporated into the park.
The Disney Imagineers are placing Hidden Mickeys in new parks and ride designs to this day. That circular arrangement of flowers? A Hidden Mickey. An odd flooring layout?
Could be a Hidden Mickey! Disney World Hidden Mickeys can be classified as any of the following:. Disney Imagineers and theme park fans say a true Hidden Mickey is not meant to be immediately noticed or obvious.
You can typically find them in decor, rides, or areas where Mickey Mouse would not be found. Even the tiniest of Hidden Mickeys are out there!
The easiest way to spot these sneaky silhouettes is to simply look around! If it was too obvious, try again—those Mickeys are purposefully part of the decor or theme. Here are a few famous examples to get your scavenger hunt started:. In the Ballroom scene, look at the table arrangements for an excellent surprise! Talk about a design that's out of this world. There are a number of hidden Mickeys all located in the same general area, but due to their size and position, they are constantly overlooked on a regular basis.
Before you enter the music hall in Mickey's Philharmagic, you'll pass by an enormous mural of various musical instruments. Pay close attention to some of the painted patterns. Mickey isn't a part of the mural in the traditional sense. Look at some of the empty space in the work and you'll see what appeared to be accidental splashes of paint. It's very convenient that those drops his paint just happen to resemble a certain magical Mouse.
This Mickey isn't hidden by conventional means. In fact, it's one of the biggest hidden Mickeys on park property, the thing is you either have to be a Disney employee or have access to an aerial view to fully appreciate it. This Mickey not only has a large size but a very important job as well, powering the parks. Disney World has a series of solar panels that have been shaped into Mickey's classic form, but you'd only know that if you were to see it from a higher viewpoint. Who said hidden Mickeys couldn't be both fun and functional.
If we're talking about an enormous Hidden Mickey, chances are you've probably stepped on it a time or two any time you visited Disney's Hollywood Studios. The park was originally constructed with a layout that resembled Mickey's face, but due to the addition of new rides , attractions, and lands, it's unfortunately been covered up. That being said, you can still make out some of Mickey's features if you look carefully at your map.
Mickey's ears and part of his face can still be seen today. Even with all the extra modern additions. This is perhaps the most well-hidden Mickey of all time due to a few certain factors in its makeup. Not only is it created through light and position, but it's only visible once a year when the earth is a specific distance and location away from the sun.
And when can you see it, perchance? Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. In the woodwork of railings in various buildings throughout the Resort. Walking on "Bear Crossing" sign on road to main entrance. Along the waterfront—in the green wrought-iron tables and chairs. See All Disney News and Updates. Here are the Details You Need to Know! Discrepancies or Corrections?
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