Walt Disney World® Resort

The basics

Walt Disney World® Resort covers an area twice the size of New York’s Manhattan and offers guests a variety of ticketing preferences. Types include single-day tickets and multi-day tickets. Standard Walt Disney World® Resort tickets include admission to one park per day, while adding a Park Hopper® Option permits admission to multiple parks. Selecting the Park Hopper Option Plus benefit permits a certain number of visits to the resort’s water parks as well as entry to multiple theme parks for the total number of days eligible by your ticket type.

Things to know before you go

• Walt Disney World Resort is open daily, but hours vary by season.

• Wheelchairs and strollers can be brought from home or rented from all Walt Disney World parks, as well as Disney Springs®.

• Stroller wagons and strollers larger than 31 inches (79 centimeters) in width and 52 inches (132 centimeters) in length are not permitted.

• Arriving at the parks early in the day is recommended so as to avoid long attraction lines.

• Many people use the My Disney Experience app to place a mobile food order to avoid long lines for food and beverages.

• To visit other parks, use the complimentary network of monorails, buses, and boats, or the Disney Skyliner for those staying at a Disney Resort hotel.

How to get there

A vast majority of visitors arrive at the parks by car, though it’s also possible to arrive by Walt Disney World Bus Transportation, Walt Disney World Water Transportation, or the Disney Skyliner for those who are staying at a Disney Resort hotel.

When to get there

Since the resort is a popular destination among families and their children, the busiest time of year is when school is not in session. So expect long lines when visiting during summer vacation, spring break, winter holidays, and other public holidays when schools are off. If you want to avoid large crowds and long lines, the best time to visit is midweek and during the school year.

Popular attractions at Walt Disney World Resort

As Walt Disney World Resort is composed of multiple theme parks, there are different noteworthy attractions located inside each one. TRON Lightcycle / Run Presented by Enterprise® in Magic Kingdom® Park is a thrilling roller coaster ride that zooms guests through a dark, computerized world. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT® is a trackless ride with a captivating storyline. Avatar Flight of Passage in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park offers a 3D flight over Pandora, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios® lets guests board the famous starship for a secret mission.

Ways to explore

Walt Disney World Resort covers an area nearly twice the size of New York City's Manhattan, and offers near-endless opportunities for exploration, from rides and character meet-and-greets to immersive worlds and more.

Fittingly, the resort offers guests a variety of ticketing options, including single-day tickets and multi-day passes. Standard Walt Disney World Resort tickets include admission to one park per day, while adding a Park Hopper® option permits admission to multiple parks. Alternatively, the Park Hopper Plus option includes entry to the resort's water parks, as well as multiple theme parks.

Accessibility

A range of accessibility services are on offer; some areas of the park are wheelchair accessible.

Age limits

None, though individual attractions may have height or weight limits.

What to pack

Small handheld bag, sun protection, water bottle

What to wear

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and good walking shoes.

Not allowed

Alcohol, most outside food and drinks, large bags and suitcases, drones

Amenities

Restaurants, hotels, shops, guest services

Address 

Walt Disney World Resort is located roughly 15 miles (24 kilometers) southwest of Orlando. The easiest ways to get there are by driving or taking taxi and rideshare services. Within the park, there are various forms of transit, including buses, monorail services, and even water taxis.

Driving

It’s roughly 25 minutes from downtown Orlando to Walt Disney World Resort; take the Interstate 4 Express and I-4 W. Parking is provided on-site and is free for resort guests.

Public transportation

Public transit options to get to the park are limited; it’s best to use taxis or rideshare services instead. Within the resort are numerous convenient transit options.

Best times to visit

Walt Disney World Resort parks are typically open from early morning until late in the evening. Arrive early to beat the crowds and maximize your time.

Best days to visit

The resort is open daily. Aim to visit on a weekday if you can, rather than on a weekend or school holiday.

Best months to visit

Avoid the summer months, when the weather will be very hot and humid and the crowds thick. Try the shoulder season instead.

Special events

Disney hosts a range of special events throughout the year, including for Halloween, the winter holidays, and more.