If you’re a parent or soon-to-be parent wondering whether a Disney vacation with babies or toddlers is worth it, the answer is: YES! Maybe your little ones won’t have a ton of solid memories from the getaway, but you’ll have plenty of photo proof to share as they get older and, let’s be honest, don’t you deserve this joyful experience? Read on for our top reasons why you should totally take kids under 3 years old to Disney Parks. And remember Disney® Visa® Credit Cardmembers receive special vacation financing on select Disney vacation packages to help with your getaway planning.1
You’ll create core memories
No matter how young your kids are, their faces are bound to light up at all the magical sights and sounds throughout Disney Parks. Seeing them so full of joy is reason enough to go. You’ll never forget those moments.
You can save on admission and accommodations
Did you know kids under 3 don’t require theme park tickets or reservations? Disney also makes it super easy to travel with even the tiniest members of your family. You can request complimentary cribs and playpens at most Disney Resort hotels, so there’s no need to weigh yourself down with extra luggage or book a special room.
You can pick from lots of dining options
Not only do kids under 3 get into the Parks for free, but they also eat for free at select buffet or family-style restaurants, which is perfect considering most of them steal bites off mom and dad’s plates anyway. Cardmembers get extra savings, too, because you can receive 10% off most meals, most days at select restaurants—including family favorites like Storytellers Cafe at the Disneyland® Resort and Trail’s End Restaurant at Walt Disney World® Resort.23
Oh, and one more pro tip: You can bring your own food and beverages into the Parks, so you’ll be prepared when snack time hits with your baby or toddler’s preferred bites. And, of course, you can redeem Disney Rewards Dollars toward treats for little ones to try for the first time—a Disney rite of passage!4
Multisensory experiences help kids learn
Many kids love being immersed in the music and experiencing all the new environments the parks have to offer. A visit to Disney is a great way to stimulate sensory exploration. And if you’re a family of Disney fans, then it’s likely your kid is already familiar with Mickey Mouse and other Characters. Now imagine the possibility of seeing their beloved pals in real life. And for personal meet-and-greets, there are private Cardmember locations for Character Experiences at Walt Disney World® Resort and the Disneyland® Resort where you can get complimentary photos.26
There are plenty of attractions for little ones
Disney Parks are all about creating magic for Guests of all ages. You may be surprised to learn that there are a ton of attractions and entertainment options with no height restrictions that the whole family can enjoy together! More than 60 at the Disneyland® Resort and more than 100 at Walt Disney World® Resort, to give you an idea. There’s Beauty and the Beast Singalong at EPCOT®, Dumbo the Flying Elephant at Magic Kingdom® Park, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters at Disneyland® Park and many more. And you can still get your grown-up kicks with the Rider Switch service, which allows parents who want to ride an attraction with a height restriction to wait with the child while the other adult rides, then switch without having to wait in line again.
Baby Care Centers are there to help
Even the most exciting vacations require some downtime to stay cool, calm and collected. Both the Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort offer Disney Baby Care Centers. Here, you’ll find a comfortable place to change, feed and relax with young kids. Facilities have private nursing rooms and rocking chairs, onsite shops and vending machines offering essentials like formula, baby food, diapers and wipes, with space to sprawl out for a quick rest.
Want to rent a stroller? You can pick one up at several locations throughout Walt Disney World® Resort and the Disneyland® Resort.
Disney really does make a visit with young children as enchanting and convenient as possible. And you can redeem Disney Rewards Dollars toward snacks, souvenirs and activities to help make that first visit even more special.4 Want more info? Check out our top tips for Disney with toddlers. And don’t wait to take that vacation you’ve been dreaming of with your little one!
