What is the best age to go to Disney California Adventure?

Best Age to Go to Disneyland 7-9 Your kids are still excited to experience all of the Disney magic. By 9 your child can probably ride all of the rides at both Disneyland and California Adventure. We typically do Disneyland more and at the age of 10 we do a special 10-year-old trip to Disney World with each of our kids.



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While people of any height may enjoy many of the rides at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, the rides require children under 7 to ride seated next to someone who meets a certain height requirement (see Autopia) or is at least 14 years old.

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We've found that California Adventure with kids is most fun when you start your time there with a totally realistic expectation about the types of rides you'll get to do. We were just there with a 5 and 8 year old, and although tall enough for almost everything, not everything was a good idea for both of them.

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Both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have plenty of things young kids can enjoy, it just depends on what kind of experience you are looking for. Of course, the easiest answer to the question Which park should we spend the day at? is: Both!

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We've found that California Adventure with kids is most fun when you start your time there with a totally realistic expectation about the types of rides you'll get to do. We were just there with a 5 and 8 year old, and although tall enough for almost everything, not everything was a good idea for both of them.

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The general consensus in most Disney and travel forums is that Disneyland should be your first choice, and moving on to California Adventure afterward. If you are trying to get everything done in one day, staying in a hotel on-site the night before is a good idea.

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Disneyland Rides and Attractions The Disney Mountain Range consisting of Space Mountain, Matterhorn, Big Thunder, and Splash Mountain all house iconic rides. Disneyland also has the best rides for families including the entirety of Fantasyland with its princesses and rides that are popular with younger kids.

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Disneyland is great for kids over the age of 7. So if you have 4 kids, 2 of which are under 7, you may have to watch which rides you can do. For my family, this meant that my oldest two (ages 9 and 10) could ride rides together while an adult rode with the younger kids (ages 2, 4, and 6).

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California Adventure Park is 100% worth visiting on your trip to Disneyland, California, due to its unique themed lands, rides, attractions, shows, restaurants, and special events throughout the year. Read on to find out more about reasons to visit California Adventure!

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Disney California Adventure Park: Up to Two Days No matter when you're visiting, though, you'll definitely want to arrive early to make sure you can grab FastPass tickets for rides and minimize wait times.

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The price of a one-day ticket now ranges from $104 to $179, based on the day. Days are separated into seven tiers, with all but the cheapest tiers increasing in price as of Tuesday.

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Magic Kingdom Park has the most number of attractions suitable for younger children and is also where they can meet their favorite characters or wave to them in the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade or Disney Adventure Friends and Mickey's Celebration Cavalcades.

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This list ranks all 67 attractions at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, with pros & cons of every ride and show as we rate them from worst to best.

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What is the recommended minimum age for an Adventures by Disney vacation? The minimum age is 5 years old* on most of our Land Adventures and River Cruises. Please check your trip itinerary for minimum age on Expedition Cruises. There is no set minimum age for most Private Adventures.

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We're moving on to little kids ages 4-7 years old. This is a great time to take kiddos to Disney World for the first time since they're still young enough to be excited about meeting the characters and all the fun, little-kid targeted Disney stuff. It's Magical For Kids to Meet Characters at This Age!

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You won't need to show any type of proof of age for your young child. When you're at the kiosk to scan your ticket to enter the Walt Disney World Theme Park and Mickey turns green allowing you in, you'll simply carry or walk your under the age of 3 child right along with you.

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A: The most kid friendly Disney park is Magic Kingdom in Disney World. Magic Kingdom is the perfect park for little ones, as it has the most attractions without a height requirement. Magic Kingdom is also the Disney theme park with the massive Cinderella castle, which adds so much magic for little ones.

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The parks work on an honor system regarding the ages of young Guests, so Cast Members typically don't request proof of age for a child. Other than a theme park ticket for a child ages three or older, there is no need to bring along any form of identification for your kids.

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Kids of all ages love the magic of Disneyland. Of course, Disneyland with big kids differs from visiting with young children. In many ways, it's better. There's no need to squeeze in naps, plus your family can enjoy later nights at the parks and more adventurous ride options.

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Theme Parks – Frequently Asked Questions Can I visit both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in one day? A: Yes. It is possible to visit both Disneyland Resort theme parks in one day using either a Park Hopper Ticket or Magic Key pass.

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