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#30 - Willie the Giant inside Sir Mickey's Shop
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Sir Mickey's Souvenir Shop Inside Sir Mickey's shop near Cinderella castle if you look up to where the ceiling meets the walls you can see a giant friend attempting to make his own door. Willie the Giant is was originally introduced by Disney in the 1947 feature in Mickey and the Beanstalk, one of the shorts included in the package feature Fun and Fancy Free.
#29 - Buried Jewels of Agrabah
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Adventureland
Location: Magic Carpets of Aladdin The buried jewels of Agrabah, thought to be lost forever in animated eternity, have returned. Outside the gates of the Magic Carpets of Aladdin ride look closely at the ground, you might just find jewels and gold pieces embedded right there in the pavement.
#28 - French Artist's Easel
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: World Showcase
Location: In between France & England
The small inlet of water in between France and England isn't purely to boat in those gigantic fireworks barges. It also represents a very real body of water between the two European countries, The English Channel. Look closely near the water on the French side and you will spot a bicycle and artist's easel. Take an even closer peek and you will notice that the painting actually is a representation of the scene across the water.
#27 - Mickey Laundry on the Line
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Snow White's Scary Adventures
It's all in the details. If you look carefully inside Snow White's Scary Adventures you'll spot some nifty Hidden Mickey's, but it's outside the ride where you'll want to look for this treasure. Painted on the wall opposite the queue is a mural of Snow White with all seven of her pals hanging out in front of their cabin. Look closely on the laundry line and you'll see that someone has been shopping at the gift shop. There's a pair of Mickey Mouse boxers hanging with the rest.
#26 - Muppet Ice Cream Planter
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Backlot
Location: Muppet Vision 3-D
We all know about those crazy Muppets so it's no surprise that the area around the Muppet attraction is full of fun little details. There is a beautiful water fountain and even a hot air balloon, but one of the most interesting landscape additions can be found on top of the brick wall surrounding the area. Look carefully at the planters lining the wall, as you get closer to attraction the planters turn in to ice cream sundaes. Remember though, Orlando can get pretty warm so that ice cream has mostly melted.
#25 - Old Time Soda Coolers
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: World Showcase
Location: Refreshment Outpost
It gets a bit warm in Orlando during summer and you won't want to pass up a free spritz of coolness. Head to the Refreshment Outpost located between the German and Chinese pavilions and you'll find some old time Coca-Cola coolers. Open them up and get prepared to be blasted with some cool water.
#23 - Land Pavillion Mosaic
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: Futureworld
Location: The Land Pavilion
Everything is carefully planned and coordinated in Walt Disney World. Nowhere is that more evident than outside the entrance to The Land Pavilion. There are two long walls decorated with glass tile mosaics flanking the ramp leading into the pavilion. At first glance these striking pieces of artwork look identical, but near the entrance each side has one differing piece. If you're facing the front doors of the pavilion, there is a distinctive green tile about eye level on the left side.
#22 - Lady & The Tramp Pawprint
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Main Street
Location: Tony's Town Square Restaurant
One of Disney's most romantic animated scenes involved those lovable canines in Lady and the Tramp. Take a stroll down Main Street towards Tony's Town Square Restaurant and make sure you're looking carefully at the ground when you get there. In front of the restaurant you can find two sets of paw prints wrapped in a heart. Then you can head inside for a nice plate of spaghetti and meatballs, but make sure you share.
#21 - Cinderella's Carrousel Horse
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Cinderella's Golden Carrousel
Where else would you expect to find Cinderella's horse than on her very own carousel? Disney's most beloved princess needs to travel in style. After boarding the ride carefully search for the horse with the golden ribbon tied around its tail. Climb aboard for a magical spin around Fantasyland.
#19 - Test Track's Eggs & Icepops
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: Futureworld
Location: Test Track
Think you can handle being a crash test dummy for the day? If so, head into Test Track in Epcot to try it out. While you're on the ride pay close attention to the three rooms your car will pass through. Inside the heat room you'll find some eggs frying on a heater to your left. In the cold room you'll spot some ice pops and ice cube trays. Inside the corrosive room you'll see two robots, Crus-T and Rus-T, on either side of you spraying down your car.
#18 - Talking Trash Can
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Tomorrowland
Location: Random
The future is grand, especially in Walt Disney World. Head into Tomorrowland to see one of the Imagineers greatest innovations, a walking, talking trash can named "Push". You'll have to keep a sharp eye out if you want to interact with this funny little waste receptacle; it looks just like any other in the park and roams all through Tomrrowland.
#17 - Wooden Leg Named "Smith"
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Frontierland
Location: WDW Railroad Train Station
I once knew a man with a wooden leg named Smith. As a matter of fact you can see that wooden leg in the Walt Disney World Train Station located between Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Splash Mountain in Frontierland. Head into the waiting room before walking onto the platform and look above you for a Lost and Found shelf. If you look carefully you'll find the appendage stored safely, waiting to be claimed.
#16 - Cinderella Story Mosaic
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Cinderella Castle
The now famous tale of Cinderella has been displayed for all to see in a brilliant tile mosaic in the breezeway under the castle. When walking through the breezeway going into Fantasyland from Main Street, the mosaic will be on your left. Take note of Cinderella's wicked stepsisters, one is red with anger and the other is green with envy.
#15 - Japanese Candy Art
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: Japanese Pavilion
Location: Candy Art Stand
Be sure to find the times Miyuki is performing because it's quite a (sweet) treat. This candy artist performs periodically throughout the day in the front of the Japanese Pavilion in Epcot and can be seen creating mythical creatures out of colorful confections.
#14 - Classic Muppet Gags
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Backlot
Location: Muppet Vision 3-D
There is a lot to see and do in Disney's Hollywood Studios. In fact, there's a lot to see and do in Muppet Vision 3-D. When browsing through the gift shop, take a look at the walls above the merchandise in the back corner for a quick game of Simon Says. Continue through the store and look in the upper right hand corner near the back of the store to see an actual "hot-set". In the pre-show area, be sure to look at the ceiling in the center of the room for a net full of Jell-O (Annette Funicello). Near the entrance to the show itself, along the back wall is a box of 2-D Fruities.
#13 - Infamous Wedding Ring*
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Liberty Square
Location: The Haunted Mansion
There has been as much speculation and rumor swirling around the internet for years surrounding this supposedly hidden item. According to some, Master Gracey's poor wife threw her wedding ring from the top of The Haunted Mansion and it landed outside to be embedded in the concrete. According to others, it's the remnants of an old queue post. Either way, when you exit the queue, bear to your right and look down. The ring is very tiny and easy to miss so look closely.

*Note, as of the time of this writing, the "ring" has since been paved over.
#12 - Mr. Toad's Wild Business Deal
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Those with a sharp eye will need to be quick to see this Hidden Disney Treasure because it's easy to miss. Walt Disney World historians know that Mr. Toad's Wild Ride used to occupy the space that is now The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Luckily, Mr. Toad can still be found on the ride. After the Blustery Day scene at the beginning of the ride, your honey pot mobile will enter Owl's tree house. Quickly turn left to see a portrait of Mr. Toad handing over the deed to Owl.
#11 - The Hall of Prayer
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: Chinese Pavilion
Location: Hall of Prayer
In Beijing China, The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest is located in the Temple of Heaven. In Epcot, a one half scale replica adorns the Chinese Pavilion. When visiting the pavilion, take the time to note the intricate design and attention to detail placed in every aspect of the Hall. After entering the hall, head for the center of the circular room just inside the door. You'll notice that if your standing in the right spot your voice will echo, but only when in the exact middle of the room.
#10 - Free Soda!
Park: Epcot
Land/Area: Futureworld
Location: Club Cool
Walt Disney World giving something away for free? It's true; you can enjoy a sampling of Coca-Cola products from around the world when you're in Club Cool. To find this bubbly oasis, head under the Geosphere and bear right when you reach the fountain. You should see the entrance at the end of the building in front of you, just before the walkway heading towards the entrance to the World Showcase.
#9 - Paul Reviere's Lanterns
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Liberty Square
Location: Old North Church
Between The Columbia Harbour House and The Hall of Presidents lies a non-descript looking brick building. If you look closer however, you'll notice a small window on the second floor housing two lanterns. The building is actually a representation of the Old North Church in Boston of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow fame. If you check it out at night, you can see both lanterns lit up, and then you can run through Liberty Square screaming "The Redcoats are coming!" Or not.
#8 - Walt Disney's Tiepin
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Main Street
Location: Magic Kingdom Hub
Walter Elias Disney had a dream that he could create a safe, clean, and most importantly magical place that children and parents could enjoy together. After Disneyland was built, Walt started thinking even bigger. Sadly, he passed away before he could see his Florida project come to fruition but with the help of his brother Roy, that project was completed. To honor his brother's memory, a statue of Walt was placed at the end of Main Street, overlooking the guests as they entered his wonderland. Walt looks on smiling and holding hands with Mickey Mouse. A small detail that you may want to take note of is the tie pin Walt is wearing. At first glance it may look like an Asian character or a religious symbol. In actuality it is the logo of the Smoke Tree Ranch, a resort in Palm Springs Walt frequented.
#7 - Archeologist's Rope
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Backlot
Location: Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
Indiana Jones movies are usually filled with adventure, mystery and intrigue. Coincidentally, so is the Indiana Jones stunt show in Disney's Hollywood Studios. Look for an old well near the front of the attraction, close to the entrance to the queue. You'll see a rope which hangs into the well along with a sign asking you not to pull the rope. Go ahead and ignore the sign and listen carefully. You'll hear one of Dr. Jones's colleagues deep underground making some important discoveries. You can actually pull the rope a few times to hear various messages.
#6 - Spooky Warning Message*
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Sunset Boulevard
Location: The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Possibly the spookiest and most thrilling ride in all of Walt Disney World, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror looms ominously on the horizon of Disney's Hollywood Studios. When in the queue area, after passing through the hotel lobby but before heading through the double doors into the pre-show area, you'll notice a hotel directory on the wall. The directory is located in between the two pre-show viewing areas. If you have time, quickly take a peak at the bottom of the directory to see that certain letters have fallen off the board spelling out message of warning, "Evil Tower UR Doomed".

*Note, Walt Disney Imagineers have since removed this Hidden Disney Treasure, but it may be added back.
#5 - Always a Rainy Day
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Backlot
Location: Streets of America
Now everyone at Walt Disney World can be Gene Kelly. At the end of the Streets of America, behind Muppets Vision 3D and near the Lights, Motors, Action Stunt Show you'll notice a lamp post with an umbrella attached to it. If you stand underneath the umbrella, it will actually start to rain on you. Start singing.
#4 - Fit for a Princess
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Cinderella Castle
Cinderella is Disney's most recognizable princess. She's even got a fountain honoring her in the Magic Kingdom. You'll find this Hidden Disney Treasure next to Cinderella Castle, behind Tinkerbell's Treasures. When standing directly in front of Cinderella, kneel down and take note of the mural behind her. It will appear as if a crown is being placed on top of her head.
#3 - Party Line
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Main Street
Location: The Chapeau
You may want to head into The Chapeau to pick up some mouse ears during your stay in the Magic Kingdom. This hat shop carries all sorts of "lids" the stylish tourist may need for a day's adventure. Enter the store at the beginning of Main Street near Tony's. Once inside the store, find the phone on the back wall to the right. Pick up the receiver and listen along to a very interesting conversation.
#2 - Hidden Pixie*
Park: Magic Kingdom
Land/Area: Fantasyland
Location: Tinkerbell's Treasures
In Disney's classic animated feature Peter Pan, Tinkerbell finds herself in a tight spot when she's trapped in a drawer in the Darling's bedroom. If you look closely, you may find her in the same spot in Walt Disney World. Enter Tinkerbell's Treasures in the Magic Kingdom and listen carefully. You'll hear Tink flying around the room. Look near the ceiling above the cash register and you'll see her trail of pixie dust. In front of the entrance, to your left, you'll find a chest of drawers. Keep an eye on the keyhole in the top left drawer and you'll see a flash as Tink lands there.

*Note: We have received emails pointing out that Tinkerbell's Treasures' store renovation has possibly led to the removal/adjustment of this hidden treasure. Tinkerbell may now appear in a window behind the counter instead. Also we are looking into information regarding Sleeping Beauty's color changing dress. If you have pictures you'd like to share please visit the contact page. As soon as we have images we will update this page.
#1 - "Back in 5 Minutes"
Park: Disney's Hollywood Studios
Land/Area: Backlot
Location: Muppet Vision 3-D
If you're a fan of the Muppets, this is a must see. When entering the attraction instead of walking into the pre-show area, break from the crowd and head to your right. You'll see a security desk and if you're there at the right time, a sign stating the guard will be "Back in 5 minutes" but luckily the "key is under mat". Look down and you'll notice a mat below your feet and if you lift it, sure enough, there's a key there.