Disney World Prohibited Items: What Not to Bring?

Disney officially prohibits guests from bringing selfie sticks, large suitcases or strollers, benches, dangerous items (such as weapons, flammable and explosive materials), and food with pungent odors.

In this guide, you'll get to know prohibited items at Disney World and more tips for stays, tickets & transportation. Read on!

Disney World Prohibited Items List

To ensure a smooth entry into the park, please be sure to check your luggage before departure and avoid bringing the following items:

Disney World Prohibited Items

• Selfie Sticks & Telescopic Pole: Telescopic poles for mobile phones/cameras of any kind are strictly prohibited inside the park and on rides.
• Stroller Restrictions: Strollers must not exceed 31 inches (79cm) wide x 52 inches (132cm) long. 👉 Special Note: All types of wagons are prohibited.
• Bulk Ice & Dry Ice: Bulk ice is not allowed in coolers. Please use reusable ice packs instead.
• Glass Containers: Glass containers are strictly prohibited except for baby food jars or medicines.
• Large Refrigerated Boxes: Boxes exceeding 24" (L) x 15" (W) x 18" (H) will not pass security.
• Folding Chairs: Folding chairs and portable tripods of any kind are not permitted.
• Replica Toy Weapons: Toy guns, blasters, or props with sharp edges that look overly realistic are not allowed.
• Professional Audio-Visual Equipment: Large tripods or professional boom microphones that cannot be folded and stored in a backpack are not permitted.

What You CAN Bring into Disney World?

Many first-time visitors mistakenly believe that Disney, like movie theaters, prohibits outside food. In fact, Disney is very generous:

Food and Drink

• Bring Your Own Food: You are welcome to bring sandwiches, rice balls, nuts, or snacks into the park.
• Bring Your Own Beverages: All non-alcoholic beverages are allowed (as long as they are not in glass bottles).

😀 Important: The park is promoting sustainability in 2026. Bringing your own water bottle not only saves money but also allows you to get free ice at the Quick-Service restaurant.

Personal Gear

• Umbrellas and Raincoats: Florida showers can be sudden, and raincoats are expensive in the park. Bringing your own folding umbrella or disposable raincoat is a wise choice.
• Small Cooling Fan: Regular handheld fans, neck fans, or cooling towels are all permitted.
• Power Banks: Using the app (My Disney Experience) in the park is very power-intensive; it is recommended that each person bring a high-capacity power bank.

Maternity & Medical Supplies

• Size-appropriate strollers: As long as they are within 31" x 52" in size.
• Medications and Medical Supplies: Including essential medications, sunscreen, bandages, etc.
• Maternity and Baby Products: All maternity and baby food (including bottled formula/canned food) is permitted to be brought in.

💡 Essential Tips

Essential tips of packing for Disney World

• Ziploc Resealable Bags: This is a veteran guest's secret weapon. Use them to store your phone and valuables to prevent them from getting wet during rafting trips.
• Resealable Ice Packs: While loose ice is prohibited, you can bring water-filled, securely sealed ice packs, or bottled water frozen solid. This keeps things cold and allows you to drink it.
• Lightweight Picnic Mat/Large Towel: If you plan to watch fireworks or parades, this will provide a clean and comfortable place to sit while waiting (Note: Folding chairs are not allowed, but mats are acceptable).
• Comfortable Shoes (Spare): If you wear sandals, pack a pair of comfortable sneakers. Walking distances in Orlando are typically over 20,000 steps.

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Disney World Prohibited Items | Security & Bag Check Process

By 2026, Disney will have fully implemented contactless security technology, making the entire process very fast. It consists of two main stages: security screening and park entry.

Step 1: Security Screening

Unlike at the airport, you don't need to take out your phone, keys, and snacks and put them in a basket. Disney currently uses the state-of-the-art Evolv Express smart security system. You just need to walk through the security gate with your bag on your back at a normal pace.

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Step 2: The Tapstiles

After passing through security, you'll arrive at the ticket gates. There are no paper tickets here. Everything is digitally scanned.

If you purchased Disney tickets on Trip.com, you need to complete a crucial step: linking your tickets to the official Disney app.

• Download the My Disney Experience App: Register an account. Click the "+" sign in the upper right corner, select "Link Tickets and Passes," and manually enter the official confirmation code provided by Trip.com.
• After successful linking, you have two ways to enter the park: using your mobile e-wallet; or, if you purchased a MagicBand+, directly swiping your wristband.
• If you prefer a physical card: You can exchange it for a physical card at the park entrance using the confirmation email from Trip.com, and then swipe the card to enter the park.

Step 3: What if you bring prohibited items?

Store or discard them. A pre-entry bag check is very important!

Disney World Trip: Hotels, Tickets & Transportation Tips

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🎁 Why Buy Tickets on Trip.com?

Price Advantage: Often Cheaper Than Official Websites

Trip.com frequently offers discounts for new app users or seasonal promotions. Prices are often 5%-10% lower than official website prices.

Rewards Points: Trip Coins Can Be Used Like Cash

Trip Coins earned from purchasing Disney tickets can be directly deducted from your next hotel, flight, or car rental booking.

Flexible Payment Methods

For US travelers with international spending habits, Trip.com supports multiple currencies and major global credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.).

"One-Stop" Travel Management

If you book a flight or hotel to Orlando (MCO) through Trip.com, the tickets will also appear in your itinerary.

🚦 How to Get to Walt Disney?

Your Disney adventure officially begins when you land at Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Phase 1: From the Airport (MCO) to Your Hotel

Since Disney's official free shuttle service (Magical Express) has been permanently discontinued, you will now need to choose from the following options: Shuttle Service, ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft), or car rental.

Phase 2: From Your Hotel to Walt Disney World

If you are staying at an official Disney hotel, you can enjoy Disney's comprehensive free transportation system; if you are staying at off-site hotels, many hotels around Disney offer free park shuttles, or ride-hailing services will take you to designated drop-off points at each park.