Should you bring a backpack to Disney?

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!



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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.

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“Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverage items into the park for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers and do not require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or temperature control and do not have pungent odors.

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Clear bags are not required. You are welcome to bring a purse, backpack, or another type of bag as long as it is no larger than 24 long x 15 wide x 18 high. You may also bring in your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Please note that glass containers, other than small baby food jars, are not permitted.

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Guests are welcome to carry a bag or backpack with them into the theme parks. The maximum allowable bag size is 24 by 18 by 15. All Guests and their bags will undergo a security screening process prior to entering the theme parks and Disney Springs.

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We on the panel love helping guests to plan magical vacations! You can absolutely bring a water bottle with you into the Walt Disney World theme parks, including Magic Kingdom. The water bottle cannot be glass, but others are absolutely fine.

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You Can Bring a Backpack to Disney Parks You can bring your bag or backpack on almost every single ride at 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.

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Loungefly or other Small Bags Loungefly bags and bags of a similar style are the perfect sizes for an entire park day, especially in summer. These bags can fit a rain jacket, small umbrella, wallet, phone, portable charger, and more. This is my go-to bag because it can hold many items and is lightweight.

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Should I bring a small bag to Disney? Walt Disney World does allow guests to bring a bag with them to every attraction in the theme parks. Smaller bags may be easier to carry around the park, but you will need to consider what items you absolutely want with you and whether they will fit in a small bag.

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You are welcome to use cash throughout your vacation. Please note that some kiosks and carts may have an attendant who doesn't accept cash based on their available technology and space limitations of the moveable location.

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I like to use a small backpack-style purse or cross-body bag when I visit the Walt Disney World theme parks. Many guests use drawstring-style bags, as well; however, I personally prefer something with separate pockets or compartments. I find it keeps my belongings organized and easy to locate.

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Disney World and Disneyland rules mandate that all bags (including backpacks, suitcases, and coolers) can't exceed 24 x 18 x 15 inches so, if you're buying a backpack for a Disney vacation, you'll need to stay within these dimensions.

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What to put in your Disney World park bag
  1. Ponchos and/or a travel umbrella. Ponchos are more convenient and can easily cover up you, your bag and a stroller (if they're big enough) but umbrellas with UV protection can also be used as a sunshade.
  2. Spray misters. ...
  3. Folding fans. ...
  4. Handheld fan. ...
  5. Sunglasses. ...
  6. Light jacket.


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Currently, backpacks with or without wheels must be no larger than 24 long, 15 wide, and 18 high to be allowed into the theme parks. So good news! If your backpack fits within that size category, you are absolutely able to bring it into the parks with you.

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How to Find Free Cups of Water at Disney World. You can ask for a free cup of water at any quick-service and table-service restaurant. This is also a tip we use to save some money while dining at Disney. For all quick-service restaurants, you can ask for a cup of water even when you're not dining there.

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There are a few restrictions on what you can bring into the parks, including glass bottles, but you shouldn't have any problem with your stainless steel cup (which will keep your water nice and cold!). In fact, most counter-service locations offer complimentary ice water upon request!

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A: 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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The Fanny Pack or Belt Bag A small belt bag (like this one) is a great middle of the road option if you don't want to be using lockers all day but also need to carry a few more things. Most of the rides in both parks will allow you to wear a small fanny pack around your waist on the rides.

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There are two filler stations in the middle of the park; one at the Odyssey between World Showcase and World Discovery, and the other near Refreshment Port between World Showcase and World Nature.

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I have a cross body, satchel type purse that's small that I want to bring but I don't want to purchase a locker to ride.” Wear a fanny pack or use a VERY secure pocket that zips closed. The coasters are intense. A cross body bag would make it very difficult to secure the harnesses on the rides.

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In your pocket or stored in your bag will almost always be the safest place for you to store your wallet, phone, keys, and other small things.

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