Walt Disney is known for building Disneyland from the ground up. It started with his dream of creating a place where kids and adults could have fun together—a magical escape from the real world. But do you know what Walt Disney’s favorite things were? These personal touches reveal a lot about the man behind the magic.
Keep reading to quiz yourself on Walt Disney’s favorite things!
Nods to Walt Disney in the Parks
Disney has sprinkled some of Walt Disney’s favorite things, which meant a lot to him, in the parks! Here are some examples:
One iconic example of this is at Carnation Cafe in Disneyland! Here, they offer Walt’s Chili as a starter. This is special because chili was one of Walt Disney’s favorite meals!
Another tribute is over in Walt Disney World. Hidden in the back of Tomorrowland is the Carousel of Progress! The concept of that attraction was from Walt himself for the 1965 New York World Fair. Even though he was not alive for the opening of Disney World, this attraction honors Walt Disney!
Ways Disney Animation Have Honored Walt
Beyond the parks, Disney has continued to celebrate Walt Disney’s legacy in its movies and animation projects.
One of the best examples of this is in Once Upon A Studio, created to celebrate 100 years of Disney! This masterpiece brings together beloved characters from across Disney’s century-long history in a single, heartwarming ten-minute tribute. A particularly emotional moment features Walt’s favorite song, Feed the Birds, playing softly in the background. This was a piece he would often ask the Sherman Brothers to perform, saying it captured the heart of what Disney stood for.
The Quiz
It’s time to test your knowledge on Walt Disney’s favorite things! This quiz tests you on anything from his favorite color to his favorite animated scene!