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Should I take my 1.5 year old to Disneyland?

Everyone has a different opinion on the perfect age for taking kids to Disneyland, but I think any age upwards of two is a good time. Younger than two, and some of the magic might be lost on them. You can definitely do Disneyland with toddlers though, and this post has lots Disneyland tips for toddlers.



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In regards to “Lands”, I recommend Fantasyland and Toontown as the top 2 spaces for babies and very young children at Disneyland. They both include the most “all ages” attractions and there's room for little ones to run around and explore in safe places.

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Toddlers are totally free before their third birthday at Disneyland, so be sure to schedule that trip just before your child's big day. I've found that 2-3 year olds can get so much value out of the park at that stage because they start to know the characters and have maybe watched a Disney movie or two by then.

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No, Disney does not expect you to bring any proof of age for children under 3. The honor system is pretty easy to follow at that age, so you are good just arriving and having a magical time.

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Bear in mind that Disneyland tickets are free for those under 3 years old. We went to Disneyland with a two-year-old Arlo, but it was just a week before his third birthday, which saved us a lot of money! Also, you don't have to prove the child is under three, so make of that what you will!

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Not only do kids under 3 get into the Parks for free, but they also eat for free at select buffet or family-style restaurants, which is perfect considering most of them steal bites off mom and dad's plates anyway.

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Traveling with a child under 3 is so much fun. It's true, your little one won't remember any of your visit, but you will. You'll remember each giggle of delight, look of wonder, and even the not so magical moments that we all have from time to time. You'll talk about the trip and look back on photos for years to come.

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Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, especially Monday-Thursdays. On weekends, Sundays are usually less crowded than Saturdays. Regular weekends tend to be less crowded than holiday weekends.

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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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Bear in mind that Disneyland tickets are free for those under 3 years old. We went to Disneyland with a two-year-old Arlo, but it was just a week before his third birthday, which saved us a lot of money! Also, you don't have to prove the child is under three, so make of that what you will!

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Some rides and attractions have loud noises that might frighten your baby. Just ask a Cast Member at the entrance if you have any question that the ride or show might not be appropriate. This complete guide to everything scary for kids at Disneyland offers up some tips on what rides to avoid.

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Joni, you will be thrilled to know that your 1 year-old can experience over 120 attractions at the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks! All Guests, regardless of age or height, can enjoy “any height” rides and attractions.

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Introduce your child to a Disneyland Cast Member when you first enter the park, point out their Cast Member name badge and explain that anyone who has these badges could help them if they were to be lost. Program cell phones to vibrate and keep them in your front pocket.

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Children under the age of three do not need Walt Disney World theme park tickets or a park pass reservation. As long as you have both valid theme park admission and a park pass, your little one is good to go!

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A: In the Family & Friends section of My Disney Experience, you can create a profile for a child under age 13 simply by entering the name and age. The person who creates a child's profile will manage the profile and all the plans for that child.

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Everyone has a different opinion on the perfect age for taking kids to Disneyland, but I think any age upwards of two is a good time. Younger than two, and some of the magic might be lost on them. You can definitely do Disneyland with toddlers though, and this post has lots Disneyland tips for toddlers.

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Not only do kids under 3 get into the Parks for free, but they also eat for free at select buffet or family-style restaurants, which is perfect considering most of them steal bites off mom and dad's plates anyway.

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If you aren't aware, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Resort ticket pricing offers children under 3 (not including the age of 3) for free, “children” are classed as kids between the ages of three and nine inclusive, and anyone ten years of age or older is considered as an adult.

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