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Disneyland and Toddlers

Going to Disneyland with Toddlers

Disneyland is the place for kids of all ages and this includes the toddlers too. There are a large number of rides in Disneyland that are marked as suitable for families with toddlers. However, you will need to accompany your little ones on these rides. Besides that, you need to do a bit of planning
before you start for Disneyland with your little one(s). Here are a few tips for people who are going to Disneyland with little ones:

1. Take along some food: If you are traveling with toddlers, do not forget to pack their favorite food with you. Even though kids meals are available in the restaurants, taking along something that you know your kid likes will ensure that they have proper meals while in Disneyland.

2. Extra clothes: In Disneyland, there are a number of opportunities for playing with water. And if that is what your little ones likes, make sure that you take along extra set of clothes for them.

3. Baby stroller: you can either bring your own baby stroller or get one from the stroller rental that is located at the front gate of Disneyland.

4. Baby care centers: While in the Disneyland park, make use of baby care centers that are quite well equipped with various facilities that you can use e.g. training potty, high chairs, baby sundries (need to be purchased) etc. Besides the baby care center, baby-changing stations are present in all bathrooms.

5. High chairs: All sit-down restaurants have high chairs that you can use for your kids.

6. Characters: Enquire (through guest relation hosts/hostesses) about character photo
sessions and meals. This is something that your little ones will enjoy a lot.

7. Pack hats for your little ones: Hats will help protect your little ones from sun (remember, Sun is not a rarity in southern California)

8. Other accessories: Just pack in the other accessories as you would when going to any place for a day (or multi-day) long outing with your little ones.

There are many things that you can enjoy with your toddler – so many things in fact, that unless you will be staying for several days, you won’t have time to do them all.

Start with Toon Town. Here is where you will find your toddler’s favorite Disney Characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse. All of the Characters have homes in Toon Town, full of things that will amaze your toddler, and make them laugh.

Your toddler will definitely enjoy the Disneyland Railroad. This is a great way to get around the park, because there are stations in New Orleans Square, Toon Town, Tomorrowland, and on Main Street. This will amuse your toddler, and give you a chance to see some sights and rest a bit.

It’s a Small World is very appropriate for toddlers. Music and colors will keep your child mesmerized while you enjoy a relaxing ride across the water. The Storybook Land Canal Boats is another good choice, as it will take you through the miniature villages that your child will be quite familiar with from their story books.

Rides that you and your toddler must not miss include all of the rides in Fantasyland, King Arthur’s Carousel, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, the Circus Train, and the Mad Tea Party. Rides that are appropriate for youngsters, but that may cause a little fear are the rides that are dark. These include Peter Pan’s Flight, Pinocchio’s Daring Journey, Alice in Wonderland, and Snow White’s Scary Adventure. Buzz Lightyear is a popular ride for all toddlers.

There are other areas of the park that have attractions and rides that are appropriate for toddlers. Remember that Disneyland is a place for kids of all ages. Pay attention to the height and age requirements for each attraction, and avoid taking your toddler to rides that they will not be able to enjoy. This will only cause your child disappointment.

Stick to the areas where the toddler appropriate attractions are located as much as possible. As an adult, you realize that some rides are simply not safe for small people – but your small person will not comprehend this! Your Disneyland vacation should be enjoyable for everyone, and Disneyland has made sure that there is something for everyone at the park. It is up to you to keep your child happy, and to keep them interested in the rides and attractions that they are meant to enjoy.

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