dlr planning 12; Woman in a wheelchair petting service dog outside Mad Tea Party
  • On Jan 15, 2024
    Jessica from CA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    My nieces and nephews are going to Disneyland in the next few weeks. I would like to join but I recently had hip surgery, am on crutches and can’t walk around the park on my own all day. Are there options available for accessibility before I get tix?

    Hi there, Jessica!

    Welcome to planDisney! I'm sorry that you've recently had surgery, I hope your recovery is going well and that you have someone as helpful as Baymax taking care of you!

    I would recommend that you plan to rent a wheelchair or ECV at the parks. The rentals are located just east of the entrance to Disneyland Park and you can rent one for the whole day. Once you've got your wheels, you'll want to check out the mobility requirements for attractions. Some rides you can experience right from the wheelchair, while others you may need to transfer. Just ask a Cast Member at each attraction for instructions and they'll be happy to help!

    I'll also add that some attractions do have health advisories. You'll want to be careful at these attractions and make sure that you don't put your recovery at risk! 

    When I've had visits in the past where I couldn't join my family on some attractions I always took that as a sign that it was time for a snack. Try using the Disneyland Mobile App to order a snack and pick it up before the rest of your group goes on a ride so you can relax in the shade with your treat! Also, remember that you can always stop by First Aid if you need a little extra assistance.

    I'm sending you all the healing vibes, Jessica! I hope you have a wonderful day at the parks with your nieces and nephews! 

    Keep moving forward!

    Amanda   
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Meet the Panelist: Amanda, Utah

Hi! I'm Amanda—a pixie-sized wife, mom, engineer, content strategist, and Disneyland Resort specialist! I fell in love with science as a kid at Disneyland Park, learning about physics while I waited to ride Space Mountain. I love how Disney combines art, words, science, and music to create incredible experiences. Solving challenging problems is one of my favorite things, I'm so excited to help you design the perfect strategy for a magical day! Learn More About Amanda

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