Disney World Day Tickets
One park per day admission to Walt Disney World, sold by the number of days you plan to visit. Most visitors doing a long weekend need two or three days; a first trip covering all four parks needs four.
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1 Park per Day Base Ticket Policy
Receive admission to one Theme Park per day, for each day of ticket.
Disney World day tickets: key facts
- A Disney World day ticket gives admission to one of the four Walt Disney World theme parks per day: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios or Disney's Animal Kingdom.
- Day tickets are sold from 1 to 5 days. A 1-day ticket covers one named park; 2 to 5 day tickets let you choose a different park each day.
- Prices start from $125.62 per adult for a single day. A 4-day ticket covering all four parks costs from $505.91, usually less than buying the four parks one day at a time.
- Prices vary by date. The calendar on each ticket shows the price for the day you choose.
- No theme park reservation is needed, because these are date-based tickets.
- Adult tickets are for ages 10 and up; child tickets for ages 3 to 9.
- Prices are in US dollars with tax included, and tickets are delivered digitally to your account.
Disney World day tickets at a glance
| What it is | A date-based Walt Disney World ticket with admission to one theme park per day, for the number of days on the ticket. |
|---|---|
| Parks | Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom. Single-park 1-day tickets cover the one park named on the ticket. |
| Lengths | 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 days. |
| Theme park reservation | Not needed. Disney does not require a park reservation for date-based tickets. |
| Ages | Adult tickets are for ages 10 and up. Child tickets are for ages 3 to 9. |
| Currency | Priced and charged in US dollars, tax included. |
| Delivery | Digital tickets, delivered to your Theme Park Direct account. |
Disney World day ticket prices by length
The lowest adult price across upcoming dates, in US dollars. The price for your exact date shows in the calendar on each ticket.
| Ticket | Admission | Adult from | Per day from |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Magic Kingdom ticket | Magic Kingdom | $145.52 | $145.52 |
| 1-Day EPCOT ticket | EPCOT | $135.58 | $135.58 |
| 1-Day Hollywood Studios ticket | Disney's Hollywood Studios | $145.52 | $145.52 |
| 1-Day Animal Kingdom ticket | Disney's Animal Kingdom | $125.62 | $125.62 |
| 2-Day Disney World ticket | One of the four parks each day | $264.01 | $132.01 |
| 3-Day Disney World ticket | One of the four parks each day | $392.16 | $130.72 |
| 4-Day Disney World ticket | One of the four parks each day | $505.91 | $126.48 |
| 5-Day Disney World ticket | One of the four parks each day | $522.46 | $104.49 |
Longer Disney World day tickets cost less per day, so a 4-day ticket usually works out cheaper per park than four single days.
How many days of Disney World tickets to buy
Walt Disney World has four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. A day ticket covers one park per day, so the number of days you buy is the number of parks you can visit.
Two days suits a long weekend where Disney is part of a wider Orlando trip. Three to four days suits a first visit where you want to see every park without rushing. Five days gives you room to return to a favorite, or to lose a day to weather without losing a park.
For a fuller answer by trip type, see how many days you need at Disney World.
1-day Disney World ticket
A 1-day Disney World ticket is for one named park, from $125.62 per adult. It suits a single Disney day inside a wider Orlando trip. Magic Kingdom is the usual choice for a first visit and for young children; EPCOT and Hollywood Studios suit teens and adults who want the newer thrill rides.
2-day Disney World ticket
A 2-day Disney World ticket, from $264.01 per adult, covers one park on each of two days. A common plan is Magic Kingdom on day one and either EPCOT or Hollywood Studios on day two, depending on whether your group prefers classic Disney or bigger thrill rides.
3-day Disney World ticket
A 3-day Disney World ticket, from $392.16 per adult, covers three of the four parks. Most visitors drop the park that fits their group least: families with young children often skip Hollywood Studios, and thrill seekers often skip Animal Kingdom.
4-day Disney World ticket
A 4-day Disney World ticket, from $505.91 per adult or $126.48 per day, is the length that covers all four parks, one per day. It is the standard choice for a first full visit.
5-day Disney World ticket
A 5-day Disney World ticket, from $522.46 per adult, covers all four parks plus a spare day. Use the fifth day to return to Magic Kingdom, which has the most to see, or keep it free in case of a storm. Compare the 5-day price, from $522.46, with the 4-day price, from $505.91, to see what the extra day adds.
The four Disney World parks on a day ticket
Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom is the classic Disney castle park and the one most first visits start with. Its headline rides include Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, TRON Lightcycle / Run, Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. See our Magic Kingdom guide and the best rides at Magic Kingdom, or buy a 1-Day Magic Kingdom ticket from $145.52.
EPCOT
EPCOT combines rides with the World Showcase, a lakeside walk through the pavilions of eleven countries. Its headline rides include Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Test Track and Soarin' Around the World. See our EPCOT guide and the best rides at EPCOT, or buy a 1-Day EPCOT ticket from $135.58.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios is built around Star Wars, Toy Story and the movies. Its headline rides include Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. See our Hollywood Studios guide and the best rides at Hollywood Studios, or buy a 1-Day Hollywood Studios ticket from $145.52.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom mixes live animals with rides, including the land of Pandora from Avatar. Its headline rides include Avatar Flight of Passage, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Expedition Everest and Na'vi River Journey. See our Animal Kingdom guide and the best rides at Animal Kingdom, or buy a 1-Day Animal Kingdom ticket from $125.62.
Day ticket vs Park Hopper vs Park Hopper Plus
All three are Walt Disney World tickets sold by the number of days. The difference is what you can do on each day. Prices below are for a 4-day adult ticket.
| Ticket | What it covers | 4-day adult from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day ticket | One theme park per day | $505.91 | First visits with a full day in each park |
| Park Hopper | More than one theme park on the same day | $594.96 | Short trips and return visitors who want to move between parks |
| Park Hopper Plus | Park Hopper plus extra visits to the water parks and other venues | $623.64 | Summer trips where you want a water park day too |
If you want the water parks but not hopping, the Water Park and Sports option adds the extra visits to a one park per day ticket instead. For the full decision, read Park Hopper vs base ticket.
Who a day ticket suits
Day tickets are the right choice if you are happy to spend a full day in each park. Disney parks are large and the distances between them are real, so a single park per day is how most visitors use their time anyway.
Who should consider something else
If you want to visit two parks in one day, for example a morning at EPCOT and an evening at Magic Kingdom, you need the Park Hopper option instead. If your trip is two weeks or longer and covers both Disney and Universal, a combined long stay ticket is usually better value than buying days separately.
What is included
Admission to one theme park per day for the number of days on the ticket. Ride access and in-park transport are included, and no theme park reservation is needed because this is a date-based ticket. Parking, dining, Lightning Lane and water parks are not, unless the ticket says otherwise.
What is not included
A Disney World day ticket does not include theme park parking, food, Lightning Lane (Disney's paid line-skipping service), or entry to the Disney water parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. Read more about parking at Walt Disney World and Lightning Lane. Disney Springs, the shopping and dining district, does not need a theme park ticket.
Choosing your start date
Disney World day ticket prices change by date, and so do crowds. Check the Orlando crowd calendar before you pick a start date, and compare the price for that date in the calendar on each ticket.
What to check before you book
Confirm the validity window, which is the period the days must be used within, and the first use date. Check whether your dates fall inside any blockout period. Ticket terms change, so read the current product page before paying.
A Disney World day ticket is date-based: admission is not permitted before the start date of the ticket or after its end date, so choose the start date you will actually use.
Plan your Disney World days
Each park is different enough to shape which day ticket you buy. Read the park guides for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom, and compare them with Magic Kingdom vs Hollywood Studios and EPCOT vs Animal Kingdom. Check the Orlando crowd calendar before choosing your start date.
If one park per day is not enough, look at Disney Park Hopper tickets, or Park Hopper Plus if you also want the water parks. For water parks without hopping, see the Water Park and Sports option or standalone Disney water park tickets. Not sure about hopping? Read Park Hopper vs base ticket. Every Walt Disney World ticket we sell is on the Walt Disney World tickets page.
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- Tickets are non-refundable, so check your dates, the number of adults and children, and the names before you book.
Disney World day tickets: frequently asked questions
How much is a Disney World day ticket?
A 1-day Disney World ticket starts from $125.62 per adult for Animal Kingdom and from $145.52 for Magic Kingdom. Multi-day tickets start from $264.01 for 2 days and $505.91 for 4 days. Prices vary by date.
How much is a 1-day Disney World ticket?
A 1-day Magic Kingdom ticket starts from $145.52 per adult. The price depends on the date, and the calendar on each ticket shows the price for your day.
Is a multi-day Disney World ticket cheaper per day?
Usually, yes. A 4-day Disney World ticket starts from $505.91 per adult, which is $126.48 per day. That is usually less than buying a 1-day ticket for each of the four parks separately.
How many days do I need at Disney World?
Four days covers all four Disney World theme parks, one per day, and is the usual length for a first visit. Two to three days suits a shorter trip that picks the parks that matter most to your group.
Do I need a theme park reservation with a Disney World day ticket?
No. Disney World day tickets are date-based, and Disney does not require a theme park reservation for date-based tickets.
Can I visit more than one Disney park in a day on a day ticket?
No. A Disney World day ticket gives admission to one theme park per day. To visit two parks on the same day you need the Park Hopper option.
Do Disney World ticket prices change by date?
Yes. Disney World day tickets are priced by date, so the same ticket can cost more on a busy day than a quiet one. The calendar on each ticket shows the price for the date you choose.
What age is a child ticket at Disney World?
Child tickets are for ages 3 to 9. Guests aged 10 and over need an adult ticket.
Does a Disney World day ticket include parking or Lightning Lane?
No. Theme park parking and Lightning Lane are paid for separately. A day ticket covers admission to one theme park per day.
Are the Disney water parks included in a day ticket?
No. For Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, add the Water Park and Sports option or Park Hopper Plus, or buy a standalone Disney water park ticket.
What currency are these Disney World tickets priced in?
US dollars, with tax included. They are charged in dollars whatever currency you usually pay in.
How do I receive my Disney World tickets?
Your tickets are delivered digitally to your Theme Park Direct account after you book.
Prices on this page update automatically from our live ticket prices. Page reviewed September 2026.
How much are Disney World Day tickets?
As of 10 November 2026, the 1-Day Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park Ticket costs from $125.62 per adult, and this page lists 8 options in total. All prices include tax and are what you pay: there is no separate booking fee. Tickets are digital and sent by email, so there is nothing to collect when you arrive.
- 1-Day Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park Ticket from $125.62
- 1-Day Disney's Hollywood Studios Theme Park Ticket from $145.52
- Disney World 1-Day EPCOT Theme Park Ticket from $135.58
- Disney World 1-Day Magic Kingdom Theme Park Ticket from $145.52
Adult lead-in prices, checked 10 November 2026. Prices move with the season and with the date you travel, so the ticket pages below show the live figure for your dates.
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