Hi there, Gage, and welcome to planDisney!
It always puts a smile on my face when a fellow Floridian stops by to visit us. My own kiddos were born and raised in the Sunshine State, and it’s been so magical seeing them enjoying the Disney Parks from such young ages. Your little one’s height is very much similar to that of my boys at that age. It’s my pleasure to share what’s in store for your son at The Most Magical Place on Earth.
Little ones aged 2 and under are seen as “Guests of Mickey.” This simply means that they can visit the Disney theme parks and water parks for free! You’ll love that this also includes separately ticketed events and parties—and they can eat at no additional charge at All-You-Care-To-Enjoy restaurants. Some of my family’s favorite dining spots, especially when my boys were tiny tots, are
The Crystal Palace at Magic Kingdom and
Garden Grill at EPCOT.
For Guests who are older than 2 years old, they must have valid theme park admission. From my own experiences, Disney Cast Members normally don’t ask for a child’s birth certificate or other forms of identification. It is mostly assumed that Guests are following this important
park rule.
AN EXTRA GEM: There are so many rides that your son will be able to enjoy at his height. If he’s a big thrill seeker already, he can even ride
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (although he may not like the loud noises and controlled spinning elements). My older son’s first “big kid” ride on Cosmic Rewind was at 4 years old, so you never know! Check out the theme park attractions’ minimum
height requirements on the Disney World website.
You are in for an amazing visit with your little Mouseketeer! Gage, if you think of any other Disney vacation planning questions,
give us a holler here at planDisney.
Magic always,
LeAndra