I’m obsessed with finding the best ways to extend my vacation dollars, so when discussing a future vacation with a friend…they were shocked that there were still fountain drink stations at Walt Disney World restaurants!
Let’s talk about this from the trip planning angle before we go into the nitty gritty of the tip.
Because a trip to Walt Disney World is incredibly expensive, your goal should be to re-allocate your funds from nonsensical expenditures into value-added experiences. Why buy astronomical priced sodas when you can have more fun with that extra few dollars in your pocket?
At certain quick service locations at the theme parks, there are drink stations that are in the middle of the dining area. When you purchase a fountain drink, the cast member gives you a cup and then you make your way to the station to pick your drink before getting your lid & straw.
QUICK SERVICE LOCATIONS WITH SELF-SERVE DRINK STATIONS
Magic Kingdom
- Formerly Be Our Guest
EPCOT
- Sunshine Seasons
- Regal Eagle at the American Adventure
- Connections Cafe
Hollywood Studios
- Backlot Express
- ABC Commissary
Animal Kingdom
- Satuli Canteen
Disney Springs
- Earl of Sandwich
- Cookes of Dublin
- Polite Pig
- Blaze Pizza
Resorts
- Most resorts have self-serve fountain drinks in the quick service locations, with some (like the Riviera Resort) having Freestyle Coke Machines.
Where to get Free Water at Disney World
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Coca-Cola Store at Disney Springs
Anywhere with Freestyle Coke Machines will be your friend, as you’re able to get unique flavours while also aiming to get refills without having to ask cast members.
The rooftop bar is more than just a great view of Disney Springs, as it’s also home to the Coke International Flight and the infamous Coke Float Flight!
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Club Cool at EPCOT
Refills don’t have to come from purchased sodas, as you can have unlimited soda samples at Club Cool in EPCOT.
This last trip had some really unique and refreshing options, including a Minute Maid Joy from Korea and Beverly.
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STARBUCKS
Did you know that you can get free refills of hot or iced brewed coffee and tea at Starbucks?
All you have to do is be a Green or Gold Level Star Rewards member and visit a corporately-owned participating store.
This means that the stores in the theme parks, which are known as third-party participants are actually not eligible for using various rewards and features of the programs. We’ve found that the best thing is to double check the terms of use page over at Starbucks.com and confirm the participating stores.
It’s traditionally been just the two stores at Disney Springs, but stranger things have happened:)
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DISNEY RESORT REFILLABLE SOUVENIR MUGS
If you’ve already got a refillable mug from your vacation, and you’re staying at Pop Century. The mug will be active for refills at any of the other Disney resorts, like the Contemporary Resort (which is walking distance from the Magic Kingdom)
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