Walt Disney World Orlando parking, rates, locations & tips
Parking is available at all four theme parks, Disney Springs, the water parks, Disney Resort hotels, and ESPN Wide World of Sports. Theme park parking is paid for most visitors, while parking at Disney Springs and the water parks is complimentary. Rates and availability vary by location.
Parking options at Walt Disney World Orlando
Each of the four theme parks has dedicated parking lots, with standard and preferred parking available. You pay once for a theme park parking pass, which is valid all day at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
- Standard parking: $35 per day for cars and motorcycles
- Preferred parking: $50, $55, or $60 per day, depending on the date
- Oversized vehicles: $40 per day
- Parking pass: Valid all day across all four theme parks
- Courtesy trams: Available between parking lots and park entrances
- Availability: Parking is subject to capacity and availability
Theme park parking options
Magic Kingdom's parking area is located at the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) rather than directly beside the park entrance. After parking, take the monorail or ferryboat to Magic Kingdom.
- Parking lots: Cruella, Hook, Jafar, Zurg, Rapunzel, Mulan, Peter Pan, Simba, Woody, Aladdin, Ursula, and Scar.
EPCOT has several parking lots close to the park, including Gamora, WALL-E, HeiHei, Crush, Dory, Moana, Rocket, and EVE lots. Courtesy trams connect parking areas with the main entrance.
Hollywood Studios has dedicated parking lots including Olaf, Buzz, Jessie, Minnie, and Mickey. Courtesy trams take guests between the parking areas and the main entrance.
Animal Kingdom's parking areas include Peacock, Giraffe, Unicorn, Dinosaur, Butterfly, and Yeti lots. Courtesy trams connect the parking areas with the park entrance.
Parking at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Disney's Blizzard Beach is complimentary for all guests.
This makes driving particularly convenient if you choose Park Hopper Plus tickets, which include a dedicated water park day. Parking areas are located near each water park.
Parking policies vary depending on whether you're staying at a Disney Resort hotel or visiting for dining and other activities.
- Overnight guests: Disney Resort hotels offer complimentary standard self-parking.
- Day guests: Standard self-parking is complimentary while visiting for select dining, shopping, entertainment, and recreation experiences.
- Valet parking: Available at Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.
- Valet rate: $42 per night, plus tax. Rates are subject to change.
If you're visiting a resort specifically for dining, check the individual property's parking policy before arriving.
General parking at ESPN Wide World of Sports is complimentary for many events. However, some events may charge for parking, and premium parking may be offered on select dates. Check the parking details for your specific event before visiting.
Parking for guests with disabilities
Designated disability parking areas are available throughout Walt Disney World Resort. A valid disability parking permit is required, and standard parking rates apply.
At the four theme parks, disability parking lots are located a short distance from the main entrances. Guests with mobility disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or ECVs, can use these designated areas.
Electric vehicle parking and charging
ChargePoint charging stations are available at several Walt Disney World parking locations, including all four theme parks and Disney Springs. Availability is first come, first served.
Theme park charging locations:
- Magic Kingdom: 5 spaces
- EPCOT: 4 spaces
- Disney's Animal Kingdom: 4 spaces
- Hollywood Studios: 4 spaces
Disney Springs also has charging spaces across the Orange and Lime garages, Grapefruit Garage, and Watermelon Lot.
Walt Disney World parking rates at a glance
| Location | Parking type | Rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
Theme parks | Standard | $35/day | Most theme park visitors |
Theme parks | Preferred | $50–$60/day | Closer access to entrances |
Theme parks | Oversized vehicle | $40/day | RVs, buses and other oversized vehicles |
Water parks | Standard | Free | Water park visits |
Disney Springs | Self-parking | Free | Dining, shopping & entertainment |
Disney Resort hotels | Standard self-parking | Free for overnight guests | Resort guests |
Disney Resort hotels | Valet | $42/night + tax | Convenience |
ESPN Wide World of Sports | General | Usually free | Event visitors |
Parking tips for Walt Disney World Orlando
- Arrive early: Parking, trams, and entrance procedures can add time to your morning.
- Allow extra time at Magic Kingdom: You'll park at the TTC and then take the monorail or ferryboat to the park.
- Use preferred parking selectively: It can be useful on days when you want to minimize walking.
- Remember your parking location: Use Disney's Car Locator feature in the My Disney Experience app to save your parking details at select locations.
- Check rates before your visit: Preferred parking uses seasonal pricing.
- Don't assume your parking pass guarantees re-entry: Disney notes that parking is subject to availability if you leave and later return to the same or another theme park.
- Plan around reservations: For Disney Springs dining, shows, or events, arrive early enough to account for traffic and parking.
- Keep your parking area noted: Especially useful when visiting after a long park day.
Frequently asked questions about Walt Disney World parking
Parking is complimentary at Disney Springs and the two water parks. Theme park parking is generally paid, with standard parking currently $35 per day. Registered Disney Resort hotel guests and select Annual Passholders receive standard theme park parking as part of their benefits.
Standard theme park parking costs $35 per day for cars and motorcycles. Preferred parking costs $50, $55, or $60 depending on the date, while oversized vehicle parking costs $40 per day.
Yes. A theme park parking pass is valid all day at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Yes. Complimentary standard self-parking is available at Disney Springs.
Yes. Standard parking at both Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon is complimentary.
Magic Kingdom visitors park at the Transportation and Ticket Center. From there, take the monorail or ferryboat to the Magic Kingdom entrance.
Yes. Designated disability parking is available throughout Walt Disney World Resort. A valid disability parking permit is required, and standard parking rates apply.
Yes. ChargePoint charging stations are available at all four theme parks and several other locations across the resort, including Disney Springs. They operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
