Do you need sneakers for Disney World?

We suggest you dress comfortably, wear good walking shoes and check the local weather report before you leave for the parks at Walt Disney World Resort. Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. The parks are a casual, family-oriented environment.



People Also Ask

The answer is no. Disney World doesn't have any specific rules about what shoes can be worn and where — except for one!

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

While shoes must be worn, there is no specific footwear requirement for attractions within Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, although skates or shoes with wheels are prohibited. I have seen Guests wearing everything from basic flip-flops to stilettos. (Though I do not recommend either of those options!)

MORE DETAILS

A few minutes later, I was able to clarify Disney's shoe policy: All guests who whose feet will touch the ground need to be wearing shoes at all times. This includes crawling babies who will be exploring play areas.

MORE DETAILS

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!

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

Take Advil before you leave for the day. Pack some Epsom salts and soak your feet in the bath. Some people swear by gel inserts in their shoes. If there's room in my shoes, I sometimes double-sock my feet.

MORE DETAILS

Depending on the venue and event, variations may be acceptable. 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!

MORE DETAILS

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!

MORE DETAILS

Depending on the venue and event, variations may be acceptable. 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!

MORE DETAILS

Yes, you guessed it – the '3 shoe rule' is only pack THREE pairs of shoes. For a summer vacation, this typically means a pair of sneakers and two pairs of sandals – one dressy and one casual. It's simple really.

MORE DETAILS

Most frequent travelers swear by the “3 pairs of shoes” rule, which is to pack two pairs of functional and comfortable shoes and one pair that's a little more formal and dressier.

MORE DETAILS

Depending on what season you go to Disney World, you'll want either shorts or comfortable stretchy jeans/pants. 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!

MORE DETAILS

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!

MORE DETAILS

If you have a fitness tracker, another way to prepare your body for Walt Disney World is to work your way up to 20,000 steps a day. Start with your current number of steps per day and incrementally add daily steps each week until you are at 20,000 a day.

MORE DETAILS

Unlike flip flops, you can wear your water shoes on the slides and other attractions. You'll also be happy you're wearing your water shoes when it's time for a trip to the bathroom. Bare feet and public restrooms DO NOT mix! Put swim diapers on your little ones.

MORE DETAILS