Hiya Emily,
Thank you so much for stopping by planDisney with your question about
attractions! Can you believe your trip is just around the riverbend? Before you know it, you'll be making your way down Main Street, grabbing a magical family castle photo, and setting off on all kinds of pixie-dusted adventures together.
Now, speaking of flying high, let's soar right into your question! You'll be happy to know that both
Dumbo the Flying Elephant and
Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin can accommodate up to three Guests per row. In fact, I was just on Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin with my four- and seven-year-old daughters this past weekend. My youngest decided she wasn't interested in helping us defeat Emperor Zurg, so we gave her the very important job of spinning our Star Cruiser while my oldest and I did all the blasting. We laughed the entire ride!
Based on my experience, if you have an adult partner with you, your family could comfortably split into groups of three, with one of the little ones sitting in the middle. The same is true for Dumbo the Flying Elephant. It can feel a little cozier since the ride vehicle is smaller, but my family has absolutely ridden three across without any issues.
One other thing to keep in mind is
Walt Disney World Resort's Property Rules policy for younger riders. Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by someone who is at least 14 years old when boarding an attraction. So, if your 7-year-old would rather have a little extra space on Dumbo or Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger, they are welcome to ride in their own vehicle while an adult rides nearby with the younger children.
And if you ever have a question about seating or accommodations on any attraction, don't hesitate to ask a Cast Member at the entrance. They are always happy to help and can let you know exactly what to expect before you board.
Emily, I hope your family has the most magical vacation. Enjoy flying with Dumbo, helping Buzz save the galaxy, and maybe even collecting a few Galactic Hero stickers along the way! If you have any additional questions, please feel free to stop by and visit us again.
See ya real soon,
Christina