Bring a comfortable bagOpting for a backpack or sling bag ensures that you can be hands-free during your park day, though it can be tempting to overpack since you have so much space.
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Bags allowed inside the theme parks cannot be larger than 24 long X 15 wide X 18 high. If you stick within these guidelines you will not have issues bringing your bag to most attractions.
If you're planning on going on water rides at the park, you'll need to keep your phone and other valuables safe from water damage. Bringing a waterproof bag or putting your belongings in a Ziploc bag will ensure they don't get wet.
For this reason, we typically recommend you plan to bring a fanny pack, so you can skip these lockers! For guests who only have fanny packs, you must move the fanny pack around your waist (so no wearing it as a sling bag), but once it's firmly around your waist, you can hop on most rides with it.
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.
As many have answered above, some rides you can not have any loose items including a shoulder bag. There are lockers provided, which are free for a couple of hours, but mind you they are quite small, a typical cubicle, so I recommend bringing only a small bag.
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. Plus it would likely fly up and smack you in the face.
I have found that they are not quite big enough for a backpack. So, what I do is put the backpack on the floor of the ride vehicle and put my feet through the straps. This has always been perfectly sufficient for securing the pack for me and it is what I've seen many, many other people do.
Tote bags can also be great to bring, as long as you don't overfill them. Make sure your tote bag has a zipper on the top, so your belongings will be safe when you go on roller coasters. If you are going on multiple theme park trips locally in a short period of time, you may want to even keep this bag packed.
Yes fanny packs are allowed and really good to take. There are no single lines for riders, but you can buy a fast pass and get on the main coasters faster.
Backpacks, totes, and crossbody bags are typically considered personal items too. The key to remember is it must be able to fit underneath the seat in front of you.
According to the National Football League, their clear bag policy states that event-goers are limited to clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags, which can't exceed one foot in width and length. And to be more specific, these bags can't have decor or embellishments that cover the contents inside.
However, there is sensible logic behind banning smartphones on fast moving and high flying rides. Usually, any kind of loose items, like change in one's pocket, or jewelry that can fly off, or even hats are allowed on rides because they may whip off of someone's body in an instant.
You can even wear it on rides. A fanny pack is still considered a “bag,” so you will still need to go through the bag check line when entering any theme park or water park, but rest assured your fanny pack will be welcome! Ready to plan your theme park trip? Watch the best vacation planning tips on YouTube.
Disney Parks Bag RuleSuitcases, bags, coolers, or backpacks, with or without wheels, larger than 24? long x 15? wide x 18? high (61 cm x 38 cm x 46 cm) are not allowed in any theme park or water park. Loose or dry ice is not permitted in these containers. Re-usable ice packs are recommended.
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.
Your backpack may not be larger than 24 long x 15 wide x 18 high (61cm x 38cm x 46cm). As long as your measurements are within these dimensions, you will be just fine. Yes, you may also bring a drawstring bag, but please note the above measurements.