Do I need my ID to go to Disneyland?

Julia, you don't need to show any form of ID to enter the park or purchase a regular admission ticket. However, if you're using a Southern California Resident ticket, you will need to provide proof of residency. So, what's the difference between a regular admission ticket and a SoCal Resident ticket?



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Each guest, ages 18 and older, using a California Resident ticket must show proof of eligible residency for purchase and admission. You must show a valid government-issued photo ID with an address within a valid ZIP code to enter the theme parks. Unfortunately, a signed lease can't be used as proof of residency.

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There are some park tickets that do require identification when you scan in through the Main Entrance Gates while others do not. If you have regular single-day or multi-day One Park Per Day and Park Hopper tickets, you will not be asked for ID.

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If asked at the turnstile, you just have to simply share their age and you will be on your way.

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Disneyland welcomes guests of all ages, and many teenagers visit the park on their own or with friends. For safety reasons, Disneyland has a policy that children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult (defined as someone 18 years or older) in the park.

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Each person in your family does not need a separate My Disney Experience account but should be included on your account for easy planning. If you need to add your spouse or kids, sign into your My Disney Experience account. Choose Family & Friends then go to the bottom where you have the option to Add a Guest.

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I think you'll be happy to hear that children under 3 years of age do not require a ticket to experience Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. This means you also will not require to make a theme park ticket reservation for your youngest.

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The Disneyland Resort did give a free park admission ticket to Guests on their birthday as part of a limited-time promotion several years ago, but this is not currently offered. Tickets to enter Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park must be purchased for all visitors ages 3 and up.

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According to the rules, if your child is 3 on the day you enter the parks for the first time, then yes, she should have a child's ticket. Totally up to you to decide what you want to do. Disney doesn't consistently ask for proof of age for young kids, but they certainly can if they want to.

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Get birthday greetings from fellow Guests throughout the day with a magical birthday button! Each one is complimentary on your special day and can be found inside at City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Park or at Guest Services in Disney California Adventure Park.

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You can purchase tickets at the Main Entrance Ticket Booth located in the Esplanade between the two park entrances. While buying in person is possible, I highly recommend that you purchase your tickets ahead of time to avoid the worry of being able to get same-day reservations.

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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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