Kids in rafts on Lazy River at Typhoon Lagoon; brother and sister
  • On May 30, 2026
    Megan from FL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi there! My family and I will be staying at Art of Animation in a couple weeks and we're so excited, especially for the water park benefit. On check in day can we go to both water parks for free or just one? Thanks in advance :)

    Hi Megan!

    Welcome back to planDisney!  As my friend Princess Tiana would say, your next visit to Walt Disney World Resort is getting closer and closer every day!  If you haven't stayed at Disney's Art of Animation Resort before, I'd recommend checking out the recently released resort tour video featuring my panelist pals Elaine and JoAnna.  They do a great job showcasing everything this resort has to offer, so you know exactly what to expect when you arrive.

    Speaking of your arrival, Megan, I'm excited to hear that you're planning to take advantage of the FREE water park admission benefit on your check-in day!  I have my own trip coming up very soon and am looking forward to starting my vacation off with a splash!  With both Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park open this summer, deciding which to visit can be tough.  I recently chatted with a Cast Member about this benefit, and she shared that you may be able to visit both water parks, subject to park attendance and capacity limitations.  Her recommendation was to check with a Cast Member when you arrive at the water park to confirm if you can visit both parks that day. 

    On your check-in day, the complimentary water park tickets should auto-magically populate in the My Disney Experience account of each registered resort Guest.  You can use your MagicBand+, Disney MagicMobile Service, or a Key to the World Card from your resort hotel to access your tickets at the water park entrance.  If you're planning to use Disney's resort transportation to get to the water parks, bus service is offered this summer between Blizzard Beach and Art of Animation.  However, if you're heading to Typhoon Lagoon, you'll need to catch a bus to Disney Springs before transferring to a bus for the water park.  Driving to Walt Disney World Resort?  You’ll be able to enjoy complimentary standard parking at your resort hotel, the theme parks, and both water parks during your stay! 

    I hope this information has been helpful, Megan, and that you enjoy all the summer fun happening at Walt Disney World this year!  If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney - we're all ears!

    Cheers!
    Kristi
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Meet the Panelist: Kristi, Maryland

Hi! I'm Kristi and I've been making magical memories at the Walt Disney World Resort since my first visit in 1989. While I cherished my childhood visits, my favorite memories have come sharing all of the excitement and wonder of a Disney Parks vacation with my husband and three boys. Whether you're planning a runDisney racecation, a trip with little ones, a land and sea adventure, or anything in between, I'm ready to help you make some bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful plans for your next Disney Parks vacation! Learn More About Kristi

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