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After two recent visits to Disneyland California with our infant at 6 months old and 10 months old we were surprised to discover how many rides were baby-friendly \u2013 in fact, we could take our baby on over 25 rides at Disneyland!<\/p>\n

For those of you planning your own Disneyland vacation with a baby, we\u2019ve compiled this list of all baby-friendly rides in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure to help with your Disney planning.<\/p>\n

Note: <\/strong>for the purposes of this article we are considering a baby\/infant to be under 1 year old.<\/p>\n

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Having fun with Daisy Duck<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Baby Friendly Rides at Disneyland California<\/h2>\n

From Webslingers and Toy Story Mania in Disney California Adventure to Pirates of the Caribbean and Dumbo in Disneyland, babies can join parents on many of the most popular rides at Disneyland California.<\/p>\n

Below is a quick summary of the rides babies can and can\u2019t ride at Disneyland California: this is based on our experience in the park in Summer 2023 with our 10-month-old baby. I\u2019ve included more details on each ride further down.<\/p>\n

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Disneyland California rides with baby tip<\/strong>: From what I understand, there are no fixed rules for babies under 1 so it can depend on the Cast Member on duty whether a baby under 12 months is permitted to ride. However, we had no issues riding everything we\u2019ve listed with our 10 month old.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Note:<\/strong> on some of the rides there are specific requirements around riding with an infant e.g baby can not be in a carrier or must be forward facing if in a carrier. I\u2019ve outlined those requirements later in the article where I\u2019ve detailed each ride.<\/p>\n

Baby-Friendly Rides in Disneyland Park<\/h2>\n

The following rides are in Disneyland Park:<\/p>\n

Fantasyland <\/h3>\n

Infants can Ride: <\/strong>Alice in Wonderland, Casey Jr Circus Train, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, It\u2019s a Small World, King Arthur Carousel, Mad Tea Party, Mr Toad\u2019s Wild Ride, Peter Pan\u2019s Flight, Pinoccho\u2019s Daring Journey, Storybook Land Canal Boats, Snow White\u2019s Enchanted Wish<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Matterhorn Bobsleds<\/p>\n

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Mad Tea Party<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Tomorrowland<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride: <\/strong>Astro Orbitor, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Autopia, Hyper\/Space Moutain, Star Tours \u2013 The Adventures Continue<\/p>\n

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<\/strong>Astro Orbitor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Frontierland<\/h3>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride<\/strong>: Big Thunder Mountain<\/p>\n

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Big Thunder Mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Mickey\u2019s Toontown<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Mickey & Minnie\u2019s Runaway Railway, Roger Rabbit\u2019s Car Toon Spin<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Chip \u2018n\u2019 Dale\u2019s GADGETcoaster<\/p>\n

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Mickey and Minnie\u2019s Runaway Railway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Adventureland<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Jungle Cruise<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Indiana Jones Adventure<\/p>\n

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Jungle Cruise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

New Orleans Square<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean<\/p>\n

Critter Country <\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh<\/p>\n

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Winnie the Pooh and Eyeore meet guests in Critter Country<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Star Wars Galaxy\u2019s Edge<\/h3>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Millieum Falcon: Smugglers Run, Star Wars Rise of the Resistance<\/p>\n

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Star Wars: Galaxy\u2019s Edge is wonderful to explore<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Baby-Friendly Rides in Disney California Adventure<\/h2>\n

The following rides are in Disney California Adventure<\/p>\n

Paradise Gardens Park<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Golden Zephyr, The Little Mermaid \u2013 Ariel\u2019s Undersea Adventure<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Goofy\u2019s Sky School, Jumpin Jellyfish<\/p>\n

Grizzly Peak<\/h3>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Grizzly River Run, Soarin\u2019\/Soarin\u2019 Over California<\/p>\n

Avengers Campus<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Guardians of the Galaxy \u2013 Mission: BREAKOUT!<\/p>\n

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Little Mermaid \u2013 Ariel\u2019s Undersea Adventure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Cars Land<\/h3>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Luigi\u2019s Rollickin\u2019 Roadsters, Mater\u2019s Junkyard Jamboree, Radiator Springs Racer<\/p>\n

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Luigi\u2019s Rollickin\u2019 Roadsters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Pixar Pier<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind, Jessie\u2019s Critter Carousel, Pixar Pal-A-Round, Toy Story Mania<\/p>\n

Infants Can\u2019t Ride: <\/strong>Incredicoaster<\/p>\n

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Incredicoaster<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Hollywood Land<\/h3>\n

Infants Can Ride:<\/strong> Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!<\/p>\n

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Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

What about the rides that aren\u2019t suitable for a baby?<\/h2>\n

Two words:\u00a0Rider Switch!<\/strong>\u00a0For rides including Incredicoaster, Guardians of the Galaxy and Radiator Springs Racer parents can ride separately while only having to brave the queue once.<\/p>\n

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Guardians of the Galaxy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

How Rider Switch Works<\/h3>\n

Ask a Cast Member about rider switch when you enter the queue for the ride and they will direct you on how it works. Typically, the Cast Member will scan the ticket of the adult waiting with the non-riding child and whoever wants to ride with them (it\u2019s usually a maximum of 3 guests in total so our two kids will ride again with the other adult).<\/p>\n

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Radiator Springs Racer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

When you exit the ride the adult waiting with the non-riding child can then access the ride through the lightning lane or via the exit depending on the ride. On most rides, you can reenter during the time stated in your rider switch pass in the app. However, on rides like Dumbo, the other rider has to be waiting at the exit to ride immediately.<\/p>\n

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Rider Switch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Where to stay at Disneyland California with Kids<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve stayed in the Disneyland Resorts and many of the hotels surrounding Disneyland and we\u2019re big fans of both. Our biggest requirement is that we are within walking distance of the parks \u2013 it makes our Disneyland days so much easier, especially with younger kids as we can pop back to the hotel easily for downtime or one of the adults can walk back in later in the evening!<\/p>\n

Our favorites include:<\/p>\n

Residence Inn at Anaheim Resort\/Convention Center: <\/h3>\n

there are two reasons we love this Residence Inn \u2013 it is an easy 10-minute walk to the parks and the rooms are apartment-style with a full kitchen and a separate bedroom and living room. Some of the suites have a separate bedroom with bunk beds (the bedroom is themed for kids) and these are suitable for up to 8 guests. There is a rooftop pool with a splash zone for kids and laundry facilities onsite. We love being able to make food (breakfast is also included) and it\u2019s great having a separate living room to relax in at night when the kids are asleep (assuming we make it past their bedtime!)- check prices here!<\/a><\/p>\n

Disneyland Hotel<\/h3>\n

we love all three onsite hotels but our kids\u2019 favorite is the Disneyland hotel, mostly due to the swimming pool slides and the fact they can ride the Monorail (there is a stop close to the hotel)! Rooms are spacious and clean, it\u2019s within easy reach of the parks and, our favourite perk, guests are granted Early Entry to the parks 30 minutes before regular opening time \u2013 check prices here!<\/p>\n

Best Western Plus Park Place Inn \u2013 Mini Suites<\/h3>\n

the Best Western Plus Park Place Inn is about as close as you can get to Disneyland \u2013 it\u2019s across the street from the main entrance and you can go from the hotel to the parks within a few minutes! Rooms are clean and well equipped and we easily fit our family of 5 in the 2 x double room (which had a sofa bed as well). There is a small pool, breakfast is included and the hotel is close to plenty of reasonably priced food options \u2013 check prices here!<\/a><\/p>\n

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Disneyland Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Tips for Disneyland California rides with a baby<\/h2>\n

We have a number of tips for anyone planning to visit Disneyland California with a baby. These tips will help you enjoy your time in the park even more and make your trip a lot easier.<\/p>\n

Use a baby carrier in queues and on permitted rides<\/strong>: strollers aren\u2019t allowed in queues so a baby carrier is fantastic for both queuing and the ride itself. It\u2019s also great for breastfeeding on the move. The baby can remain in the carrier for many of the rides although you may be asked to switch to front-facing or, on some rides, remove them from the carrier.<\/p>\n

Hold on tight<\/strong>: a lot of the rides have jerks and drops so make sure you support the baby\u2019s head\/neck at all times.<\/p>\n

Keep Baby Away from the safety bar:<\/strong>\u00a0be careful on rides with bars to keep the baby clear from the bar when it is brought down. The bars can come down quickly so make sure to keep the baby safe as it comes down. Babies must ride on the inside of the carriage and be positioned under the safety bar.<\/p>\n

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There are lap bars on attractions including Mr Toad\u2019s Wild Ride<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Use Rider Switch for non-baby-friendly rides:\u00a0for the rest of the rides, Rider Switch is an amazing offering that<\/strong> allows parents to ride separately with the second rider avoiding having to join the queue again.<\/p>\n

Baby Care Centers: <\/strong>in case you haven\u2019t come across them, there is a baby care center in each of the parks (at the end of Main Street in Disneyland Park and next to Ghiradelli in Disney California Adventure). The baby care centers have nursing rooms, changing rooms, feeding areas with kitchen facilities and a vending machine with baby supplies.<\/p>\n

A Detailed Guide to the Baby-Friendly Rides at Disneyland California<\/h2>\n

If you are like me and like lots of information when planning your trip to Disneyland trip, read on for a detailed description of taking a baby on some of the most popular rides:<\/p>\n

Some of the rides are very similar so I\u2019ve grouped them:<\/p>\n

Mickey & Minnie\u2019s Runaway Railway<\/h3>\n

The awesome Mickey and Minnie\u2019s Runaway Railway takes riders aboard a runaway railway as they follow Mickey and Minnie to their picnic spot. The ride passes through waterfalls, tornados and a Daisy dance class with a twist \u2013 there are lots of spins and twists and turns on this ride so make sure to support and hold on tight to infants at all times.<\/p>\n

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Mickey and Minnie\u2019s Runaway Railway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Peter Pan\u2019s Flight <\/h3>\n

The most magical ride in Fantasyland, riders board a flying pirate ship for a journey over London and Never Never Land. Make sure to keep your infant clear of the safety bar which is lowered before the ride commences.<\/p>\n

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Peter Pan\u2019s Flight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Carriage Style Rides<\/h3>\n

Snow White\u2019s Enchanted Wish, Pinoccho\u2019s Daring Journey,<\/strong> Mr Toad\u2019s Wild Ride, Alice in Wonderland<\/strong>, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh<\/strong>, The Little Mermaid<\/strong>, Monsters Inc<\/strong>, Haunted Mansion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Riders board carriages with lap safety bars for a journey through these fairytale worlds \u2013 just be careful to keep the baby clear from the safety bar when it is brought down and be sure to support your infant throughout as the rides can be a little jerky.<\/p>\n

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Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Boat Rides<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s a Small World, Storybook Land Canal Boats\/Jungle Cruise<\/strong>\/Pirates of the Caribbean<\/strong><\/p>\n

These water-based rides are all relatively gentle although there are some things to be careful of:<\/p>\n