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Can people with heart condition go on Disneyland rides?

For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back, or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride. If you have comments or tips to share with others about touring Disneyland, please email us.



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Doctors often recommend that people with the condition don't participate in activities like roller coaster riding, jet skiing and more because stimulation to the heart might be too dangerous.

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Disney doesn't have any specific warnings about pacemakers and attractions. There are attractions with general warnings for people with health conditions, including cardiac conditions.

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Disneyland Rides With Height Requirements
  • Autopia (driving or supervising) - 54 inches / 137 centimeters.
  • Indiana Jones Adventure - 46 inches / 117 centimeters.
  • Matterhorn Bobsleds - 42 inches / 107 centimeters.
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - 40 inches / 102 centimeters.
  • Space Mountain - 40 inches / 102 centimeters.


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Instead of waiting in line, the guest and their party use the DAS pass to schedule a return time to ride attractions. The guest may use the Lightning Lane entrance (the old FASTPASS Return entrance), the ride's exit or an alternate line, depending on the ride.

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No, cast members do not ask for proof of disability or medication documents during the Disney World DAS registration process.

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It's actually quite fun and entertaining and probably one of my favorite things to do when it's really crowded. Yes, you read that right! You can very easily fill up your day at Disneyland and California Adventure by not going on rides - and you'll have fun too!

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Disneyland Resort attractions don't have maximum height and weight limits, though individual situations may vary, including for personal comfort. For the safety of park guests, restraint systems must be properly in place.

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Thus, no matter how fun and exciting roller coasters may be, you sadly will not be permitted to ride one if you get a remote cardiac device implanted in your chest. This is especially true if your doctor has told you to avoid electromagnetic fields.

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He feels that it's better to have a blast on the rides and attractions that will be physically safe for you, rather than to risk your health for a momentary thrill. Also keep in mind that Disney does not post warnings for those with pacemakers and/or defibrillators.

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Risk to Those With Cardiovascular Issues The adrenaline rush that roller coasters give you causes a rapid spike in your heart rate and blood pressure. Those with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart rhythm disorder (atrial fibrillation) are already at risk for stroke.

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A: Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverages into the parks for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers, do not require heating, reheating, processing or refrigeration and do not have pungent odors. Inform a Security Cast Member of any food items when you enter the park.

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Yes, Disneyland takes cash at both of their parks, all merchandise locations, restaurants, festival booths, snack carts, and ticket offices.

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant There's arguably no more iconic Disneyland ride experience than riding in a Dumbo car. The attraction, an aerial carousel, is neither high enough nor fast enough to scare most riders, and instead provides a smooth and memorable ride for guests of all ages.

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You can't do everything at Disneyland in a single day, and you shouldn't feel pressure to. You can ride all the rides without much difficulty many days, but you'll miss out on some other attractions, entertainment, and characters. You'll want to know what your priorities are before you get to the park.

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The Disney cast members will work with that guest on an individual basis to make whatever accommodations are necessary. There is no requirement for guests to prove medical disability with a doctor's note or documentation; Disney takes guests at their word.

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While there is no specific list of what disabilities qualify for DAS at Disney World, some common conditions that may be approved for a DAS Pass include ADHD, autism, or anxiety.

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Registration Process There are 2 ways for eligible Guests to register for the DAS program—pre-arrival via live video chat or in person at Guest Relations during a park visit. Cast Members will work with Guests individually to discuss specific requests and offer assistance.

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