Hi Susan,
Welcome to planDisney! As the mama of an Autistic Mouseketeer myself, I'm happy to let you know that Disney offers many wonderful
services for Guests with disabilities, and we've found our Disney vacations to be magical for
everyone in our family!
If you're concerned about your son's ability to wait in a traditional queue, I'd encourage you to stop by City Hall at Disneyland Park or Chamber of Commerce at Disney California Adventure Park with your entire party when you first arrive. You'll be able to share your concerns with a Cast Member there and they'll determine whether or not the
Disability Access Service would be the best way to meet your son's needs. If it is, they'll get everything all set up for you, then you'll be able to use this helpful service one attraction at a time throughout your visit. While it doesn't provide you immediate access to the attractions, your group will be able to pass the time outside of the traditional queue. Please feel free to grab a snack, hunt for the perfect souvenir, or even enjoy another attraction while you wait! It really is a wonderful service for Guests who struggle with crowds due to their disabilities!
Oh, want a few other suggestions from my personal experience? Please feel free to bring a cooling towel, sensory toys, headphones, snacks, drinks, or anything else that will help your son feel comfortable during his visit. Also, don't hesitate to ask a Cast Member for recommendations about nearby quiet places if a sensory break would be helpful. You'll find lots of other helpful tips in this handy dandy
Guide for Guests with Cognitive Disabilities, too!
Thanks so much for stopping by planDisney with your important question, Susan, and please let us know if we can help with anything else. I'm sending pixie dust that you and your son have a truly magical Disneyland Resort adventure together!
Missy