Should I bring a stroller on a Disney cruise?

We encourage you to bring your own stroller, as the ship has a very limited number of strollers available on a first-come basis. For ease of carrying and maneuvering your stroller on board, as well as for less-bulky storage, we recommend you bring a lightweight, foldable stroller.



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You will want some kind of stroller or baby carrier for taking your child around the cruise ship and in port. Some cruise lines, like Carnival, have rentals available; MSC offers loaners. You will need to store strollers in your cabin, so we recommend bringing a small umbrella stroller, rather than a large baby jogger.

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At 0-3 years old, your child may not be old enough to prefer Disney cruises over other cruise lines. They won't know its Disney, but the ambiance provides a Disney and family-friendly experience which babies and toddlers may still enjoy; the music, songs, characters and themed restaurants and activities.

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Strollers are not permitted in lines unless they are being used as a wheelchair.

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You'll find assorted milk cartons at Cabanas if you are sailing on the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy, and you can get whole milk at any of the restaurants onboard, so if you have lunch in one of the restaurants, they can bring whole milk for you to transfer to your tiny's toddler cup.

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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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Whether or not a 7-year-old needs a stroller at Disney depends on the individual child's needs and preferences. Some 7-year-olds may be able to walk long distances and stand in lines for extended periods of time without getting tired, while others may become fatigued more quickly.

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I'm happy to report that double strollers are indeed allowed as long as they fit into the size requirements stated in the park rules. Currently, the requirements are that strollers be no larger than 31” in width and 52” in length. Stroller wagons are not allowed at this time.

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And in fact, a cruise vacation is one of the best trips you can take with a small child. No matter where you go on the ship, you are only a few minutes from your room. That makes it perfect for midday naps, means you don't have to carry around a ton of baby supplies, and there is plenty to see and do without going far.

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Attach a unique sign Another way to make your stroller easy to spot is to attach a sign to the back. This is a fairly popular option because it's easy to make and attach to your current stroller. Use your family name or go with a fun phrase for your trip! Disney strollers have pouches where you can insert a sign.

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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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Wagons and wagon-style strollers. While wagons may seem convenient for carting kids around, they can cause congestion in parks and clog up the flow of guests.

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The Walt Disney World Resort Property Rules state that stroller wagons are prohibited, so you cannot bring your stroller wagon. Additionally, strollers must be 31 inches in width or smaller and 52 inches in length or smaller. If you are interested, there are strollers available for rent at Walt Disney World.

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The following guidelines apply to the use of personal and rented strollers at Walt Disney World Resort: Strollers larger than 31” (79 cm) in width and 52” (132cm) in length are not permitted. Stroller wagons are also not permitted.

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Although no guest wants to worry about motion sickness while on vacation, it is good to be aware that the rocking of the boat can cause some guests to feel seasick. Disney Cruise Line has advanced stabilization technology that helps reduce some of the movement you may expect to feel.

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