Is stroller theft common at Disney World?

The bottom line is stroller thefts at Disney are rare, but they do happen. You are more likely to have a cast member move your stroller to another spot in the stroller lot than to have it stolen. With that said, be smart about your property and don't make it easy for criminals to take your stuff.



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While I recommend bringing your own stroller, the rentals are still a great option. If you have an infant or a young child who cannot sit upright, the Disney rentals are likely not the right fit for you.

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Each attraction has a dedicated stroller parking area. Make sure that you park your stroller in these zones or your stroller will be moved to them by a Cast Member. If you're not sure where the nearest one is, ask the Cast Member at the entrance of the attraction and they'll be more than happy to assist you.

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Stroller locks and bike locks are generally a no-no at the Disney Parks. If you lock your stroller to a fence, tree, or pole, a Disney Cast Member may cut the lock and move the stroller.

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While there are size limitations to the strollers allowed on property, there are no guidelines that mention a specific age limit at this time. All considering, I think whether you bring a stroller or not is truly a personal decision. Step back and determine what would work best for your children and family in general.

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Strollers must be 31” (79cm) wide and 52” (132cm) long or smaller. As a reminder, wagons are not permitted in our parks. Stroller wagons will also no longer be permitted.

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Your 7 and 9 year old may need a break during a busy day. Basically, you have 2 choices: Don't bring your stroller and if your children get tired out you always have the option of renting a stroller inside the park from Disney.

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Parks. Strollers are not allowed on most rides or in lines for rides. Although, if you are traveling with an infant you may be able to bring your car seat attachment to some shows and slow moving rides.

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This isn't the first time a family successfully hid an older child in a stroller to get free Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort admission. Last year, a viral video showed an elementary schooler climbing out of an infant-sized car seat after hiding under a blanket at Magic Kingdom Park entry.

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While there are size limitations to the strollers allowed on property, there are no guidelines that mention a specific age limit at this time.

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Disney Theme Parks & Water Parks – Frequently Asked Questions
  • Strollers larger than 31” (79 cm) in width and 52” (132cm) in length are not permitted. ...
  • Strollers are not allowed on escalators. ...
  • A child must be removed from his or her stroller while riding on a parking lot tram.


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You will find a marked stroller parking area near each ride and attraction. The parking will be convenient to both the entrance and the exit. The Disney Parks Blog recently featured a compilation of stroller tips from the Disney Parks Moms Panel, which I'm linking here for you.

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That's an enormous distance for a 4- or 5-year-old to walk, and if you decide not to take a pushchair to Disney World, you might do a lot of carrying. You will likely be walking around from very early in the morning until late in the evening. That's a lot for even the best four or 5-year-old walker.

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Disney has great theme parks for 7 year olds, especially when they start wanting to branch out more with thrills. Many of Disney's roller coasters aren't super high thrill and can be handled by guests of all ages. A great park to start for at for a 7 year old would be Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom.

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Tips to Avoid the Permanent Loss of Children Wear bright colored unique clothing that is easy to locate in a crowd. Have everyone is the group wear the same unique hat or Mouse Ears. Set up a meeting place for the entire family at the beginning of the day for both parks.

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Parents often wonder if their kids are too young (or too old) to go to Disney World. The best age for Disney World is between 3 and 12 years old, but people of all ages will enjoy the park.

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You do not need to provide documentation for your little one's age, so your little prince or princess will be able to enter the theme parks with you.

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