Top 10 Q & A About Walt Disney World Attractions

Attractions at Walt Disney World are practically the main reason for venturing into each of the four major theme parks.  If you have questions about navigating the attractions, then you have definitely come to the right place.  Here are our top Q & A about Walt Disney World theme park attractions:

10 – What do I do if I am in a wheelchair?

Many of the attractions at Walt Disney World can accommodate wheelchair guests, especially if they can transfer. There are special queues and ramps to ensure that wheelchairs can get to the loading portion of the attraction.

9 – Are there attractions that we will get wet on?

Yes. You can pretty much assume that if there is water on the attraction that you can get wet. Kali River Rapids almost always get guests wet!

8 – Are there rides that babies and small children can ride?

Absolutely. There are actually a ton of different attractions at each of the four major theme parks that are perfectly suitable for babies of all ages as well as smaller children. There are height requirements posted for each attraction; if no height requirements are listed, then anyone can ride.

7 – How strict are the height requirements?

The height requirements are rigorous. Cast members will measure all guests that they feel may not meet the height requirements for the attraction. You shouldn’t try to sneak through if your kiddo isn’t tall enough since these height requirements are in place to ensure their safety. You wouldn’t want to risk their safety to ride an attraction.

6 – Can children ride attractions alone?

Children that are under the age of seven are not allowed to ride any attraction alone.  If there is a child under seven, there must be someone that is fourteen years of age or older in the party accompanying the child in order for them to ride.

5 – What is Rider Switch and how does it work?

Rider Switch is a feature of Disney attractions that allows guests with small children to trade off so they don’t have to wait twice in the stand-by line. The first group of the party waits in the standby line, and then they get passes for the other members of the party to ride by entering through the Lightning Lane line. It can be great if you don’t have Disney Genie+ to use for a particular attraction.

4 – When do attractions close?

Different attractions have differing times. Many attractions stay open until the park closes. That means that as long as you get in line before the park closing time, then you will be able to ride. Disney won’t turn away anyone that is already in line unless the ride should break down.

3 – What if I get there just after a show starts?

If you don’t arrive before the show’s start time, you could still get in to see the show. Many of the shows allow late seating, with a section of the theater reserved for those guests. It is always a good idea to arrive before the showtime, but if you are late, don’t necessarily let that turn you away.

2 – Should I take the ride precautions seriously?

Yes! If the ride mentions concern for pre-existing conditions like pregnancy or heart problems, then you should definitely take those precautions seriously. These are to ensure your safety from the impacts of riding some of the attractions. These warnings aren’t to be taken lightly or dismissed.

1 – Do I need to purchase Disney Genie+ or Individual Lightning Lane A la Carte Attractions to enjoy attractions?

Disney Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane A la Carte Attraction purchases are two different options that give guests the ability to pay to skip the line. However, they are not necessary. All attractions of offer traditional standby queues or a (free) virtual queue. Learn more about this option by clicking here.