surprising things you never knew you could buy at the Disney parks

[aschwarz]

Hi friends! I hope this is OK to post, if not, my apologies.

I'm a writer working on an article for INSIDER about the surprising things you never knew you could buy at the Disney parks, and what better way to do some research than by asking the experts on the disboards?

I'm not looking for answers like Disney-themed kitchenware or phone cases, but truly surprising stuff that you've seen in the parks and wondered, "huh? who knew they sold that here?"

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts! Thank you.

 

[GBBTomorrow]

Belly dancing ensembles, complete with jingly belts and bra tops
Cuckoo Clocks
Mexican glassware
Downton Abbey jewelry (they might not have this anymore)
Dr. Who and Sherlock fan items
Baskets sustainably made from repurposed coated wire in Animal Kingdom
Bath goodies at Basin, including make-your-own gifts
Really, really expensive Disney art

 

[DopeyDame]

Thermometers! We were eating at the Polynesian one evening, and my then-3 year old started seeming really sick. When I felt her head, she was burning up. Just on a whim, I went to the store on the second floor (forget the name) and sure enough - they had the little disposable cheapo thermometers (the paper kind you put onto a forehead.) It was great!
Also, underwear... cause sometimes you have a massive failure to pack well.

 

[lugnut33]

Yeah, don't know how much it costs now, but I remember there being a glass replica of Cinderella Castle for around $40,000 at Arriba Brothers.

 

[Lollipop's Mom]

Really cool dinnerware and bowls (non-disney) at the Japan pavillion. We love ours!

 

[Lynn CC]

Cotillion Perfume at La Signature in the France Pavilion at World Showcase. This is a beautiful perfume store and Cotillion is my favorite perfume. I hadn't been able to buy it for a few years, just the cologne, which I don't care for. If found it there and bought them out 14 years ago. I plan to buy more this summer on our trip to Disney World.
I also found out and enjoy looking in all the perfume shops around the world showcase.

 

[OhhBother]

A glass pickle Christmas ornament at the Germany pavilion.

 

[ShadeDK]

High end / "screen accurate" Star Wars costumes for adults at Star Wars Launch Bay in Hollywood Studios - including a set of stormtrooper armor for around $2,500 and a Darth Vader costume for around $5,000.

 

[PanamaMike]

Yeah, don't know how much it costs now, but I remember there being a glass replica of Cinderella Castle for around $40,000 at Arriba Brothers.

$37,500.
https://www.shopdisney.com/walt-dis...e-by-arribas-brothers-limited-edition-1309148

I'd love to know how many they've sold over the years.

And I love that the website has a purchase limit of 10.

 

[aschwarz]

These are so great, guys!!! Keep 'em coming!

 

[goodeats]

I'm sure they sell all kind of sundries (medicine, feminine hygiene, sunscreen, etc) behind the counter in the parks. I'm sure the resort stores even have condoms (gasp!).

 

[ksibrel]

At the baby care centers you can buy diapers, wipes, baby food, formula, and pacifiers.

 

[CAS239]

Samurai swords and regular swords

 

[Chelley00]

I'm sure the resort stores even have condoms (gasp!).

They do! We were laughing about people not wanting any surprising souvenirs....

 

[kleph]

Coconut post cards.

 

[lynn_s]

A tree.

(Bonsai trees in the Japan pavillion store)

 

[Wayland10]

Lederhosen, Sasquatch sweat soap, Build A Dino at Disney Springs.

 

[Ceilidhscot]

Hello Kitty, Sailor Moon and other Kawaii items (Japan pavilion) including the DIY sweets.

 

[Linleedo]

Laila perfume in the Norway pavilion.

 

[All Tangled Up]

They sell a lot of anime merchandise in Japan showcase in Epcot. Really surprised me I am a huge anime fan and wasn’t expecting to find Sailor Moon stuff in Disney but it was cool!