Only paid parking is available at the theme parks, with rates subject to change. Parking fees allow same-day re-entry to other Disney parks.
No. Your parking fee allows you to park at other Disney theme parks on the same day at no extra cost.
Walt Disney World Resort is located southwest of Orlando, just off Interstate 4 and west of Florida’s Turnpike. Routes vary depending on your starting location, with I-4 and Florida’s Turnpike being the most common access points.
Walt Disney World spans approximately 25,000 acres, equivalent to around 40 square miles.
Absolutely. Walt Disney World Resort uses visible security officers, bag checks, screening technology, trained canines, and behind-the-scenes safety measures to protect guests.
Midweek days — especially Wednesday and Thursday — usually have lower crowd levels and shorter wait times.
No. Disneyland is located in California and has two parks. Walt Disney World is in Florida and includes four theme parks, two water parks, and resort hotels.
Use online maps, the My Disney Experience app, physical maps at entrances, or ask any Cast Member for assistance.
All theme parks, water parks, and attractions are smoke-free. Designated smoking areas are available at Disney Resort hotels.
Yes. Guests may bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverages for personal use, as long as items are not in glass containers, do not contain alcohol, and do not require heating or refrigeration.
Yes. While many attractions are open to all guests, some rides have minimum or maximum height requirements. Full details are available on Disney’s official website.
Test Track at EPCOT is the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 65 mph. Other fast rides include Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, TRON Lightcycle / Run, Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster, and Expedition Everest.
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is widely considered the scariest, thanks to its suspenseful theme and sudden drops.
Disney Characters appear throughout attractions and entertainment. For a closer experience, Character Dining is available but requires separate reservations and is not included with discount tickets.
Yes. Kosher meals are available at all table-service and select quick-service restaurants with a 24-hour advance request.
Yes. Plant-based meals are widely available and marked with a green leaf icon on menus.
Popular dining options include Victoria & Albert’s, California Grill, Citricos, Tiffins, Via Napoli, Space 220, Skipper Canteen, and character dining favorites like Cinderella’s Royal Table and Topolino’s Terrace.
Disney provides Assistive Listening Devices, Reflective Captioning, Sign Language Interpretation, and additional services.
Services include wheelchair and ECV rentals, service animal accommodations, and support for guests with mobility, vision, or hearing needs.
Yes. Holiday celebrations include Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Disney Jollywood Nights, and EPCOT’s International Festival of the Holidays.
A special-ticket holiday event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios featuring festive entertainment, character experiences, and themed treats.
A seasonal festival celebrating visual, performing, and culinary arts, running January 16 through February 23, 2026, and included with EPCOT admission.
New attractions, refreshed experiences, seasonal festivals, and entertainment updates are planned across all four parks, including updates to Frozen Ever After and Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets.
Several attractions will undergo refurbishments or permanent closures, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, DINOSAUR, and others across all four parks.
