Hiya Patti,
Welcome to planDisney! What a magical gift for your grandchild! I’m sure they will have the best time and so will you. Nothing makes you appreciate the magic more than seeing it through the eyes of a little Mouseketeer.
Great news Patti, you can purchase
Theme Park tickets at the Florida Resident rate for your grandchild. Florida Residents may purchase Theme Park tickets for Guests under 18. To do so, you must provide valid proof of residency and activate the tickets in person at either the Theme Parks or
Guest Services at Disney Springs. It typically doesn’t take long to activate your Theme Park tickets, but I highly recommend doing so at Disney Springs if you can. The lines usually tend to be shorter, and you can avoid spending precious park time waiting in line at the ticket counters on the day you want to visit.
I hope this was helpful, Patti. Before I let you go, if this is your first time visiting Walt Disney World Resort with a little one, check out the amazing podcast episode below. It is filled with all the best tips and tricks. As always, please come back and see us if you need anything else!
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.