Best Disney Parks for 2 Year Old
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Many parents worry there are not enough Disneyland rides and attractions for babies and toddlers, but amusements for all ages abound at this California theme park. The best part? The entire family can enjoy most of these activities together. As a Disneyland enthusiast and former multi-year Annual Passholder, I have visited the Happiest Place on Earth a multitude of times with my two children. Here is a list of my picks for the 12 best Disneyland attractions and rides for toddlers and babies.
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Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a favorite with babies, toddlers and preschoolers (Photo credit: Travel Mamas)
1. Dumbo the Flying Elephant in Fantasyland
Everyone loves Dumbo the Flying Elephant — especially babies, toddlers and preschoolers! Riders soar through the air on the backs of magical pachyderms on this circular ride. There's something very sweet and uplifting about experiencing Dumbo with little ones, so I suggest kicking off your day here.
It's a Small World at Disneyland (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
2. It's a Small World in Fantasyland
It's worth getting the cutesy Small World song stuck in your head all day for the smiles this ride will induce for your child. Plus, you get a big return (an 8-minute ride) for your small investment (typically a brief wait in line). As a travel lover, It's a Small World's make-believe journey around the globe holds a special place in my heart.
Peter Pan's Flight (Photo credit: Paul Hiffmeyer, Disneyland Resort)
3. Peter Pan's Flight in Fantasyland
One of the original rides at Disneyland, Peter Pan's Flight remains one of the park's most popular rides, and for good reason. Riders feel like they're flying over the rooftops of London aboard a pirate's ship with The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up along with his fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell. Many of the dark rides in Fantasyland can be scary to toddlers and babies, so I suggest trying out the less intimidating and more whimsical Peter Pan's Flight before attempting others. Queue up early in the day for this attraction to minimize long wait times.
My toddler exploring Minnie's House (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
4. Minnie's House in Mickey's Toontown
When your family tires of waiting in lines, this walk-though attraction provides an interactive experience for kids. Minnie's House especially appeals to toddlers and preschoolers with its bright colors and plentiful buttons and dials to explore.
Jungle Cruise in Adventureland (Photo credit: Disneyland)
5. Jungle Cruise in Adventureland
Adults will chuckle (or groan) at the humorous commentary of the adventure guides aboard a Jungle Cruise. As for the kids, I remember believing I had actually been to Africa and back when I embarked on this ride during my first trip to Walt Disney World at age 4. This classic Disneyland ride is a great choice for the whole family to enjoy together.
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
6. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh in Critter Country
This brightly colored ride is one of my kids' all-time favorites! The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is tucked away in Critter Country and you can typically walk right on without waiting in line for long. Bonus: you can often meet Winnie the Pooh, Tigger and other friends from the Hundred Acre Wood at a character meet-and-greet spot near the ride's exit.
Pixar Pal-A-Round (Photo credit:Paul Hiffmeyer, Disneyland)
7. Pixar Pal-A-Round at Disney California Adventure's Pixar Pier
Formerly the Sun Wheel and then Mickey's Fun Wheel, this huge Ferris wheel provides a great aerial view of the park. Every Pixar Pal-A-Round gondola is decorated with an image of a beloved Disney•Pixar movie character. Be on the lookout for Woody, Buzz, Dory, Nemo, Mr. Incredible, Joy, Sadness, Lightning McQueen and others. Those who suffer from motion sickness should skip the long lines for the swinging, scarier gondolas and opt for the fixed ones. This is the only ride to make it onto both this list of best attractions and rides for babies and toddlers AND our list of the scariest rides at Disneyland. Ironic, we know!
Disneyland Railroad (Photo credit:Scott Brinegar, Disneyland)
8. Disneyland Railroad
I have yet to meet a young child who is not enthralled by choo-choo trains! You can climb aboard or disembark the Disneyland Railroad at Main Street U.S.A., Tomorrowland, Mickey's Toontown, or New Orleans Square. The best part is the "surprise" trip through the Grand Canyon and Primeval World (a scene of Animatronic dinosaurs) between Tomorrowland and Main Street.
The Enchanted Tiki Room (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
9. The Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland
Birds and flowers serenade the audience in this pleasant indoor show, giving you time out of the sun (or rain, as the case may be). Rest your tootsies in the Enchanted Tiki Room while the baby nurses or sips a bottle. Beware of a brief, somewhat scary tropical "thunderstorm" at the end of the show.
Alice in Wonderland ride (Photo credit: Disney)
10. Alice in Wonderland in Fantasyland
If your youngster fared well on Peter Pan's Flight, give the second most cheerful Fantasyland dark ride a go. Board an over-sized caterpillar for a journey through White Rabbit's House, Tulgey Wood, and the Queen's Garden. Portions of the ride travel through the outdoors, giving a reprieve from the "scary" dark factor. Some children may find the Queen yelling "Off with their heads!" a bit intimidating but a merry unbirthday party, silly characters, and bright colors lighten the mood.
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
11. Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure's Pixar Pier
A Bug's Land in Disney California Adventure Park used to be one of the best places for babies and toddlers at Disneyland, with four sweet rides that catered to young guests. This area shut down to make room for a "Super Hero" land due to open in 2020, with new attractions that will appeal to older park goers. Families, however, can enjoy a reimagining of one of the Bug's Land rides. Similar to Flik's Flyers, Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is a ring-shaped flying ride. Opened in 2019, this ride spins riders in gentle circles in baskets hanging from "Core Memory" balls from Inside Out.It's definitely a joy-filled ride for toddlers and babies.
King Arthur's Carrousel (Photo credit: Paul Hiffmeyer, Disneyland Resort)
12. King Arthur's Carrousel in Fantasyland or Jessie's Critter Carousel at Disney California Adventure's Pixar Pier
Most tots love a carousel. Youngsters climb aboard King Arthur's classic hand-carved horses in Fantasyland. It may seem like a boring choice to grown-ups, but not so for kiddos!
Jessie's Critter Carousel (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)
Meanwhile in Disney California Adventure Park, King Triton's under-the-sea themed carousel has been closed and replaced with Jessie's Critter Carousel. Opened in 2019, this yodeling ride features wilderness friends from the "Woody's Roundup" television show featured in Toy Story 2.
Soaring through joy with my baby on Dumbo the Flying Elephant (Photo credit: Travel Mamas)
Why Visit Disneyland with Babies and Toddlers
Before I brought my daughter to Disneyland to celebrate her first birthday, some well-meaning friends warned, "It's better to wait until she's 5 or 6 to go. What's the point in taking her now? She won't even remember it." But when I held my birthday girl in my arms as we soared through the air on Dumbo's back and she clapped her hands, grinning and baring her two teeth, I knew that moment mattered. Even if she doesn't remember it, for that slice of time she and I were soaring through joy.
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Best Disney Parks for 2 Year Old
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