The Best Toddler Rides at Each Walt Disney World Park
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World with your little one? With so many attractions to choose from, it can be overwhelming to determine which rides and experiences are suitable for children under 3. This guide highlights the top toddler-friendly rides and attractions at each of the four main Disney World parks, ensuring a magical and age-appropriate experience for your little explorer.
Top Toddler Rides at Magic Kingdom
“It’s a Small World”
A classic Disney ride that takes you on a gentle boat ride through a whimsical world showcasing diverse cultures and catchy tunes. Everyone in the family can enjoy this classic Disney ride together and is a must see for every park visitor to experience at least once in their life.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Another classic, Dumbo lets you soar above Fantasyland in a flying elephant on this spinner ride. Bonus, there is also an interactive play area built into the line for Dumbo which is perfect for toddlers and older children alike. When you enter the indoor portion of the ride line, you will be given pager so that you can play until its your turn to rejoin the line.
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Join Pooh and his friends on a delightful journey through the Hundred Acre Wood in honey pot vehicles. This is another ride with an interactive queue to keep little ones entertained – but note that if you use Lightning Lane for this ride, you will bypass the interactive area. Note: this ride does have a dark portion that can be scary for sensitive toddlers.
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Best Toddler Rides at Epcot
The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Dive into an underwater adventure as you join Nemo and his pals on a gentle ride through vibrant coral reefs. This is a continuous, slow moving ride with familiar friends from Finding Nemo and Finding Dory. When you exit the ride, you will find yourself inside of EPCOT’s aquarium. Explore two stories of underwater exhibits.
Frozen Ever After
Set sail through the kingdom of Arendelle on a boat ride featuring music and scenes from Disney’s “Frozen.” Keep in mind this ride does have small drops, one hill in reverse and one hill forward. These can be scary for sensitive toddlers. The line for this one can be a bit long, if you purchase Lightning Lane Multi Passes, try to book this one in your first selections.
Journey into Imagination with Figment
Another slow moving ride that explores the five senses with Figment. Following the ride, toddlers can play interactive, musical games and meet some of their favorite Pixar friends like Joy and Vanellope Von Sweets as well as Figment himself.
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Favorite Attractions for Toddlers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Toy Story Mania!
Step into a 4D midway-style carnival game featuring your favorite Toy Story characters. Once again, you can enjoy a fun queue if you opt to ride standby. Toddlers can sit on parents lap and enjoy aiming for targets.
Disney Jr Play and Dance
Toddlers can dance and sing along with popular Disney Junior characters in this lively indoor show. They’ll get to see characters like Vampirina, Doc McStuffins and others. We hope to see the character meet and greet return to the area outside of the dance party.
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Toddler Favorites at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Embark on an authentic safari adventure through African savannahs, encountering a variety of wildlife. Family members of all ages will enjoy this one as you get to sneak up on lions, peer over at hippos and catch a glimpse of elusive cheetas. You may even have a giraffe greet your vehicle.
The Boneyard
Unearth excitement at this dig-site-themed playground where little ones can climb, slide and explore interactive play areas. This attraction may be closing with the upcoming construction planned for Animal Kingdom. While no exact date is announced for this attraction, it will likely be 2025.
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Know Before You Go – Toddler Attractions
Walt Disney World offers a range of age-appropriate and captivating experiences for children under 3. From iconic attractions at Magic Kingdom to immersive adventures at Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, there’s something for every little adventurer. While all of these rides are friendly for all ages, height restrictions and ride intensity vary through the parks, so be sure to check guidelines and plan accordingly. Create lasting memories as you explore these top toddler-friendly rides and attractions at Walt Disney World, ensuring a magical experience for your little one.
