Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle at dusk
  • On Mar 17, 2025
    Ashley from SC Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    It's our first time to Disney World and we were wondering if there was a cheaper option for the one day a park ticket?

    Hi Ashley! Welcome to planDisney!

    There is nothing quite like your first visit to the Walt Disney World Resort. I still think back fondly to my first trip with my two girls and how magical the experience was. I remember holding them in my arms as we watched Happily Ever After at the Magic Kingdom and thinking back to how special that moment was.

    When purchasing one-day tickets to the theme parks, pricing will vary based on the date you visit and the park you plan to go to. Typically, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park will have the lowest cost, followed by EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and the Magic Kingdom. If you are flexible on your dates, then you can search around for the best value. A one park per day ticket grants you access to the park you selected during your purchase. In order to visit other parks on this day, you'll need to add the Park Hopper Option to your tickets. 

    Most Guests who visit for the first time tend to head to the Magic Kingdom, since it is the original park and is home to Cinderella Castle. If you're traveling with little ones, there are many kid-friendly attractions along with a bunch of character meet-and-greet opportunities. If you only have one day, you will easily fill up your itinerary with everything there is to do at this park.

    If your plans change and you decide to stay for longer, the more park days you purchase, the lower the cost per day is. For example, typically, a five-day park ticket will cost less per day than a four-day park ticket will. There are potential savings when staying longer, although I understand the total cost of your trip will be higher.

    Ashley, please stop back and see us again at planDisney once you have decided on your park tickets. We'll be happy to answer any questions that you may have regarding different aspects of your trip!

    See ya real soon!
    Greg
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Meet the Panelist: Greg, South Carolina

Hello friends! Greg here from Charleston, SC. I am a Disney-loving husband and dad to two wonderful daughters. Walt Disney World Resort offers everything you want in a vacation and touches all the senses. From the sights to sounds and even the smells, there is something for everyone to enjoy! When our family is not riding "it’s a small world" or going on a Journey Into Imagination With Figment, we are readily planning our next Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Learn More About Greg

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