{"id":10544,"date":"2022-03-18T14:20:08","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T14:20:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/?p=10544"},"modified":"2023-02-27T00:54:26","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T00:54:26","slug":"build-your-own-droid-at-droid-depot-at-disney-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2022\/03\/18\/build-your-own-droid-at-droid-depot-at-disney-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Build Your Own Droid at Droid Depot at Disney World"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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My kiddos had a blast getting to build their own droid at the Droid Depot at Disney World. Of course, this activity isn’t just for young ones – it’s also great for kids at heart. If you love Star Wars, you’ll love this activity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things You Need to Know:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Where is the Droid Depot located?<\/strong> Galaxy’s Edge, Hollywood Studios, Disney World. Next to Savi’s Workshop in the same area (shopping center?) as the Milk Stand and Den of Antiquities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do I need a reservation?<\/strong> No. BUT, advanced reservations are highly recommended. You can save lots of time and guarantee a spot by making reservations. You can check availability and\/or make reservations for the Droid Depot on the Disney Website HERE<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much does it cost?<\/strong> The cost for this experience, droid, instructions, APP, and cardboard carrying case is $99 plus tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do I get to design the droid myself?<\/strong> Yes, but please know that this is based on pre-designed parts and what is available at the time and day of your visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I take my droid for a test drive while in the park?<\/strong> No, you can’t. This is to avoid accidents or hazardous situations in the park (Can you imagine hundreds of mini droids racing all over Hollywood Studios?!?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long does it take?<\/strong> Okay, I want to say that building the droid itself is 15-20 minutes, but you also have to factor in how many people in your group are building droids, the ages of the children building, waiting in line, paying, shopping, etc…SO, I would allow an hour for this experience. It might not take that long, but you don’t want to miss a dinner reservation or Lightning Lane just in case it does. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it worth the money? <\/strong>If you ask my kiddos, they will say “YES!!”. If you’re asking me (who had to pay for it), I will say “YES!!”. The experience, the memories, and the droid itself were worth it. I don’t know if my daughter would have enjoyed it as much when she was 6 and going through her Disney Princess phase, but she LOVED it as a 14-year-old who has seen the Star Wars movies. My son would have loved this at age 1 and will still love it at age 101. Plus, the Droid is very nice quality (not that I recommend building ramps and doing Dukes of Hazzard stunts with it). It’s one of those toys you take extra care with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What You Get to Take Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I took the above photo after we got home from our Disney Trip. My son brought home his custom-made R-Series Droid, a remote control for the Droid, and a cardboard carrying case. This (plus the experience itself) is all included in the $99 + tax. Of course, you can add all of the accessories that you like, but it will cost extra. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As awesome as the droids are, I really enjoyed the experience of building them. We had spent quite a bit of time in Galaxy’s Edge, enjoying the immersive experience. We tried the foods, rode Smuggler’s Run, and experienced Rise of the Resistance (OMG, so good!!!). So, building the Droids was another fun part of our Star Wars experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was our first visit to Droid Depot so our first order of business was finding it. Below is a photo of the entrance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Droid Depot is part Building Station and part store\/gift shop. When you enter, you will see droids, parts, and merchandise everywhere – even on conveyor belts on the ceiling. The rustic depot is so well-themed – you really feel like you’re in a droid mechanic shop on Batuu!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shopping at Droid Depot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Whether you build a droid or not, you can shop for droid-themed goodies at the store attached to the Droid Depot. Things you can buy here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n