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Are shoes required in Disney World?

The Walt Disney World Resort does require that Guests wear appropriate attire during their visits. This does include wearing shoes.



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Disney World doesn't have any specific rules about what shoes can be worn and where — except for one! The rubberized clog-style shoe made famous by the Crocs brand is prohibited on escalators around Disney World. No Crocs on the Disney Springs parking garage escalators, please!

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It might be uncomfortable to wear wet shoes at the Disney Parks, especially with the rain in swampy Florida. However, it's against the Disney dress code to go barefoot at the Theme Parks. We recommend bringing spare flip flops, Crocs, or sandals to change into for water rides or rainy days!

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Per Walt Disney World park rules, shoes must be worn at all times. I certainly understand not wanting to walk around with wet shoes and socks. That is the last thing I would want to do, so I highly recommend bringing along some flip flops as they are easy to change into and easily removed.

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You Can Bring a Backpack to Disney Parks With the exception of a couple attractions, every ride at Disney will have a small pouch for you to stow your backpack, or space at your feet. Your trusty bag can take on all the adventures Disney has to offer with you!

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A lot of our readers said that they at least packed a pair of sandals in their parks day bag, but many people have super comfortable sandals that they can wear all day in the parks. Since they're open and you don't need to wear socks with them, sandals might be a great option, particularly for hot days in Florida.

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Tips to Save Your Feet at Disney
  1. Walk as much as you can before the trip.
  2. Practice standing for long periods of time (think waiting in line… ...
  3. Bring a pencil (regular, wooden #2) in your luggage, or purchase one at a gift shop (one with ridges is even better). ...
  4. Pack a couple of good pairs of walking shoes.


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Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. The parks are a casual, family-oriented environment. Ensuring that the parks are family-friendly is an important part of the Disney experience. In that spirit, we ask you to use your discretion and common sense.

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You might not think that you can wear flip-flops all day in Disney World, but some of our readers claim that Sanuk's flip-flops are the best Disney World shoe out there.

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Just two pairs of sneakers/tennis shoes. Perhaps a flip flop, croc, or sandal for the pool and/or flash torrential rain! The shoes you wear should be well broken in, or you're risking blisters, or some odd thing rubbing.

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Marijuana (including marijuana enriched products) or any illegal substance. Objects or toys that appear to be firearms or weapons. Fireworks or other similarly explosive and/or flammable objects, smoke machines or fog machines. Alcoholic beverages, except at the Disney Resort hotels and Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.

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Mar 26, 2021 · Black leggings are a great go-to for comfort and durability. During the summer months, always opt for shorter bottoms. A note: You do not have to wear only pants/shorts to Disney world!

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Crocs are a go-to for me to wear around my hotel room and to the pool. In fact, Crocs are even sold in many of the retail locations around Walt Disney World and on shopDisney! So, you will find yourself in good company should you choose to wear them for the day.

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Tips for Taking Care of Your Feet at Disney World Break your shoes in well before going on your trip. Wearing new shoes, no matter what kind, will typically result in blisters.

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Although they're a perfectly suitable shoe for the parks, there is something important that Crocs-wearers need to know before coming to Disney World. There is ONE place in Disney World where Crocs aren't *technically* allowed — on escalators!

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We on the panel love helping guests to plan magical vacations! You can absolutely bring a water bottle with you into the Walt Disney World theme parks, including Magic Kingdom. The water bottle cannot be glass, but others are absolutely fine.

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Non-alcoholic drinks and waters are totally something you can bring into Disney, it's even encouraged! It is so nice to have a drink on hand whenever you need to quench your thirst. You can bring refillable water bottles and refill them at water stations throughout the parks.

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Can you wear a sports bra at Disney? Disney reserves the right to bar anyone from the park it deems to be wearing improper attire. Therefore, cast members may prevent you from accessing the grounds if you wear a sports bra, crop top, or similar item.

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The Disneyland Resort does not have any weight restrictions on any attraction; However, Guests must be able to fit in the restraints securely in order to ride ALL attractions.

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Bamboo socks are the best socks for Disney World because of their natural moisture-wicking properties. Bamboo socks are 3-4 times more absorbent than traditional cotton socks. They're also breathable, keeping your feet dry and odor-free. EcoSox bamboo socks come with a blister-free guarantee.

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The two best options for our Disney park days are the CloudFoam or the Ultraboost. I personally own many CloudFoam and love them. The CloudFoams shoes are great because their uppers provide a sock-like snug fit, and their cushion helps to provide all day comfort.

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These are the top 5 most comfortable brands and our picks for each brand to support your athletic shoe options.
  • On-Cloud Running Shoes.
  • Hoka.
  • ASICS.
  • Brooks.
  • Adidas.
  • Supportive Sandals.
  • Crocs.


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Frees up your arms: Since fanny packs are secured around your waist, your arms will be free to do other things. No need to remove it: Just sling your fanny pack to the side or your backside when taking a photo or entering an attraction. Disney allows guests to wear fanny packs during rides.

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