Disney World Basics: Ten Tips for Traveling with a Baby (2024)

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Given that Walt Disney World is a premier vacation destination for young families, it’s not surprising that many visitors are traveling with a baby in their party. Here are ten things that can help you plan your visit with a little one.

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1. Babies don’t need tickets. Children under the age of three are admitted into the Walt Disney World theme parks free of charge. You don’t need to buy them any sort of ticket or pass for entry.

2. You don’t need park reservations for babies. While most guests need reservations to enter the Disney World theme parks, babies don’t. (Note: This point is related to #1, above. In order to make a park reservations, you need a ticket. If you don’t have a ticket, you can’t make a park reservation.)

3. You can go over a WDW hotel’s stated room capacity if one of the guests is a baby. All Walt Disney World resort hotel rooms have a stated maximum guest capacity. In most standard WDW rooms, the capacity is either four or five guests (in suites or multi-room Disney Vacation Club villas, the capacity may be higher). However, the actual room capacity is the stated capacity PLUS a child under the age of three sleeping in a Pack n’ Play crib. These cribs are available for use free of charge at all Walt Disney World hotels.

4. You can breastfeed your baby anywhere at Walt Disney World. Feel free to breastfeed your baby anywhere you feel comfortable at Walt Disney World. Florida Public Health Law 383.015 states: A mother may breastfeed her baby in any location, public or private, where the mother is otherwise authorized to be, irrespective of whether the nipple of the mother’s breast is uncovered during or incidental to the breastfeeding. See our full post on this topic for more details.

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5. You should include your baby in your head count when making dining reservations. When making dining reservations at Walt Disney World table service restaurants, you should include your baby in the head count, even if they won’t be eating the food at the restaurant. This helps the restaurant keep within its fire code capacity limits and ensures that you will be seated at a table that can accommodate your entire party. See our full post for more tips on Disney dining with babies.

6. You’ll need a stroller. Even if you don’t typically use a stroller at home, you’ll almost certainly want to use one at Walt Disney World. Here are some thoughts on stroller rental agencies, stroller parking, and a general stroller FAQ.

7. Your baby can go on most rides with you. Many Walt Disney World attractions have no height requirement. Babies and toddlers are welcome to accompany you on any of these rides. Check here for a list of attractions that do have height requirements.

8. Disney contracts with babysitting services that can watch your child or help you in the parks. Babysitting is available at Walt Disney World via a service called Kids Nite Out. They can watch your child while the adults in your party go out for a nice dinner. Kids Nite Out can also provide you with a sitter to accompany you in the parks if you need an extra set of hands.

9. Each WDW theme park has a Baby Care Center to assist you. The Baby Care Centers are an air conditioned oasis in each of the Disney theme parks especially designed for families with young children or special needs children. They have changing tables, feeding rooms, bottle prep equipment, and toddler-sized toilets. And they’re free for any theme park guest to use.

10. Babies are allowed in the Disney World pools. Every Walt Disney World hotel has some sort of water accommodation for babies and toddlers. Depending on the hotel, this might be a dedicated kiddie pool, a zero-entry shallow end, or an interactive water play area. Little ones are welcome to enjoy these areas, or to join you in the primary pools, but they will need to wear a swim diaper in the water until they are fully potty trained.

Have you traveled with a baby or toddler to Walt Disney World before? What are your tips?

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FAQs

What are the rules for babies at Disney World? ›

Babies and Disney World Rides

There are a surprising amount of rides at Disney World that kids under three will be able to go on! Babies can go on any ride without a height requirement, with the youngest babies able to sit on their parents' lap throughout the ride, or in a worn carrier.

What to do with an infant at Disney World? ›

  1. Bring a stroller AND a baby carrier. ...
  2. Use the Baby Care Centers. ...
  3. Request a crib/pack-n-play in advance from your Disney Resort Hotel (but bring your own crib sheet). ...
  4. Use Rider Switch. ...
  5. Take them on rides! ...
  6. Do a character meal or experience. ...
  7. Don't forget to ask for a First Visit button. ...
  8. Take it easy.
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Can you skip lines at Disney with a baby? ›

They will ask who would like to sit out with baby first, scan that person's Magic Band, phone or ticket, and send the other into the queue. Having Rider Switch set up allows the second rider to skip the standby queue and go straight through the Lightning Lane when the first rider returns.

Which Disney park is best for infants? ›

You won't regret experiencing the Disney Parks with a little one in tow. Magic Kingdom Park has the most attractions with little-to-no minimum height requirement. So, I will always recommend that theme park over the others for families with young children.

Can you hold babies on rides at Disney World? ›

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh! And I held him in a baby carrier for that attraction and a plethora of others. While you absolutely can use a baby carrier on the rides without height requirements, there are some attractions where the adult's experience may be altered.

Are babies under 2 free at Disney? ›

Disney World is free to visit for children under the age of 3, making the already popular destination especially appealing to young families.

Can you bring baby food to Disney? ›

Yes, you may bring food and certain beverages into the theme parks. This is especially helpful for Guests with dietary needs and baby food. We typically bring in bottles of water and snacks to save some money. Take a peek at the Property Rules to understand prohibited items such as glass food containers.

Does Disney have cribs for babies? ›

Home Away from Home. For your family's comfort and convenience, complimentary cribs are available for Guests at all Disney Resort hotels. Guests may request cribs when making reservations or upon arrival at their hotel—quantities are limited.

Do infants need Genie Plus? ›

Tadpoles under 3 years old (who do not require an admission ticket) do not need to purchase Genie+ to go with their party.

Can you use a baby carrier at Disney? ›

Babywearing in Disney World is a great way to move freely around the parks. There are many places where you cannot bring a stroller, so putting your baby in a carrier is a great way to do Disney.

How to survive Disney with a baby? ›

Baby care centers.

These special areas are a lifesaver! Always located next to the first aid stations at each park, the Baby care centers offer quiet places to nurse, clean changing tables, TV's with Disney movies for kids, sinks and microwaves, and a respite from the noisy crowded parks.

Do I need to bring my child's birth certificate to Disney? ›

Thanks for stopping by planDisney. We love helping Guests like us answer their planning questions. I'm happy to report that you do not need to bring a birth certificate or any kind of document to verify your child's age. If asked at the turnstile, you just have to simply share their age and you will be on your way.

Is Disney or Universal better for babies? ›

Disney World definitely has more attractions for young kids, and Universal Studios might look like it just has thrill rides.

At what age should I take my baby to Disney? ›

Ultimately, any age is the best age to take a child to Walt Disney World. It ultimately comes down to what you as a parent want your child to get out of it. Or perhaps what you as their parent wants to get out of it. There really is no right answer or right way to do WDW.

Do infants need magic bands? ›

Toddlers at Disney need space to wiggle. They need a mid-day break or a stroller nap. They need a place to reset their equilibrium if they feel overstimulated (Baby Care Centers are amazing for this). They do not need a MagicBand.

Do babies under 3 get into Disney free? ›

Child prices are valid for children aged 3-9 years on day of first use; children aged 10 years and above pay the adult ticket price; children under 3 years do not require a Theme Park Ticket and are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. All tickets purchased online are e-tickets.

Can I take my 2 month old to Disney World? ›

Disney is for all ages so you don't have to worry about things to do either! Many rides and attractions do not have height requirements, making them very baby-friendly.

Can I take a 6 month old to Disney? ›

What is this? I'm a big believer in taking children of all ages to Disneyland and with the proper preparation, your trip can be successful. I've taken babies as young as 5 months old to the parks and am always so glad that I did.

What are the rules for strollers at Disney World? ›

Strollers must be 31” (79cm) wide and 52” (132cm) long or smaller. As a reminder, wagons are not permitted in our parks. Stroller wagons will also no longer be permitted. Loose and dry ice is not permitted in our parks.

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