A great park day starts here
Disney World
parking 2026.
Every park. Every hotel.
And the ways to park for free.
Standard parking is $35 a day at all four theme parks. Know what you'll pay, where you'll go, and when you can keep that money for the magic.
Four parks. One parking price.
The same rates apply at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. Prices are per vehicle, per day, with tax included.
| Your destination | Standard | Preferred | Oversized |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Kingdom Tram, then monorail or ferry | $35 | $50 to $60 | $40 |
| EPCOT Tram or walk to the front gate | $35 | $50 to $60 | $40 |
| Hollywood Studios Tram or walk to the front gate | $35 | $50 to $60 | $40 |
| Animal Kingdom Tram or walk to the front gate | $35 | $50 to $60 | $40 |
Standard covers a car or motorcycle. Preferred costs $50, $55 or $60 depending on the date. Oversized includes RVs, camper trailers, buses, limos and similar vehicles.
Disney's current parking rates
A parking payment is not a park admission ticket.
A little planning.
More magic money.
Find your parking budget before you reach the booth.
$35 × 1 day · one vehicle
One payment covers the four theme parks on the same day. Count parking days, not the number of parks you visit.
Same price. A different way in.
Choose your park for the parking entrance, arrival plan and trip back to your car.
Magic Kingdom
Tram, then monorail or ferry
Explore parking
EPCOT
Tram or walk to the front gate
Explore parking
Hollywood Studios
Tram or walk to the front gate
Explore parking
Animal Kingdom
Tram or walk to the front gate
Explore parkingAllow more time for Magic Kingdom's lagoon crossing. At the other parks, we suggest a 20 to 30 minute allowance from your parked car to the entrance. Security and crowds can add time.
At Magic Kingdom,
the journey is part of the day.
Your parking space is across the lagoon. Allow 45 to 60 minutes from your parked car to the entrance, with more time at busy periods. This is a planning allowance, not a guaranteed travel time.
Across Seven Seas Lagoon
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Park your car
Follow Cast Member directions and save your section and row.
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Tram or walk to the TTC
The courtesy tram gets you to the Transportation and Ticket Center. Fold your stroller before boarding.
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Go through security
Have your bag ready before joining the queue for your crossing.
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Cross by monorail or ferry
The Express Monorail runs directly to Magic Kingdom. The ferry crosses the lagoon with a view of the castle. Both are included.
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Welcome to Magic Kingdom
Tap your admission at the entrance. Your park day starts here.
Choose the departure with the shorter queue. Waiting and boarding can matter more than the crossing itself.
Photo by Jackdude101, CC BY-SA 4.0, resized and displayed with a crop. More on allowing time for the trip.
The free options.
And the fine print.
Some parking is free for everyone. Some comes with a stay or pass you have already paid for.
Disney Resort hotel guests
Overnight self-parking at Disney-owned hotels and standard theme park parking are included for registered guests. A nearby hotel with “Disney” in its description is not automatically eligible. Confirm the benefit with your hotel.
See hotel parking rules →Eligible Annual Passholders
Use your included standard theme park parking. Show a valid Annual Pass and photo ID at the entrance. Check your pass's terms and admission restrictions before heading out.
Disney's Passholder parking benefit ↗Disney Springs visitors
Standard self-parking is free in the garages and surface lots. It is a great way to spend a day shopping, eating or exploring Disney Springs.
Choose your Disney Springs route →Water park visitors
Standard parking at Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach is free. Water park admission is separate. Check which park is operating before you drive over.
Choose your water park →Resort dining and recreation guests
Complimentary self-parking is available while enjoying qualifying experiences at Disney hotels. Entry is subject to the resort's parking availability and security checks. It is not permission to leave your car there for a theme park day.
Hotel parking, without the surprises.
Disney-owned hotel self-parking is complimentary. Valet is separate, and the Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve have their own charges.
| Hotel or resort type | Overnight self-parking | Day guests | Valet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disney Value resorts | Included | Qualifying visit | Not offered |
| Disney Moderate resortsExcept Coronado Springs valet | Included | Qualifying visit | Not offered |
| Coronado Springs | Included | Qualifying visit | $42 per night + tax |
| Disney Deluxe resorts | Included | Qualifying visit | $42 per night + tax |
| Disney Deluxe Villa resorts | Included | Qualifying visit | $42 per night + tax |
| Fort Wilderness campsites | One motorized vehicle per site | Ask about your visit | Not offered |
| Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve | $40 per day + tax | $40 self-parking per exit | $51 to $61 + tax per day for hotel guests |
A dinner reservation isn't all-day parking
“Qualifying visit” means complimentary self-parking while you enjoy approved dining, shopping, entertainment or recreation at that resort. A reservation may be required for access. Follow the limit given by the Security Host and move your car when your visit ends.
Check the hotel's own terms
At the Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve, day-guest valet is $51 to $61 per exit. Select dinner restaurants and Mandara Spa validate parking. Other independently operated hotels set their own fees, even when they include some Disney benefits.
Valet is subject to availability. Confirm the applicable charge with the Security Host. Disney's hotel parking details.
Keep the parking bill small.
Start with your benefits
Check your stay or pass before paying. An included parking benefit saves $140 over four standard parking days.
Skip preferred unless you need it
The courtesy tram is included with standard parking. Four preferred days add $60 to $100 to the bill.
Compare the full round trip
For one car, two rideshare trips need to total less than $35 to beat standard parking on price. Include tips, surge fares and your party's vehicle size.
How parking reached $35.
Standard car parking stayed at $25 for years, then rose in 2023 and again in 2025. Here is the year-by-year picture.
Year-end standard rates, except 2026 which shows the current rate. The full table includes midyear changes.
Every year and price change
| Year | Daily price | What changed |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $25 | The $25 rate introduced in October 2018 continues |
| 2020 | $25 | Standard daily rate when the parks operated |
| 2021 | $25 | No standard parking increase |
| 2022 | $25 | No standard parking increase |
| 2023 | $25, then $30 | Raised to $30 on October 11 |
| 2024 | $30 | No standard parking increase |
| 2025 | $30, then $35 | Raised to $35 in October |
| 2026 | $35 | Current price as of September 9 |
Read the 2018 increase to $25, 2023 increase to $30 and 2025 increase to $35. Disney hotel overnight self-parking returned to complimentary in January 2023.
A few things to know before you go.
Accessible parking
Designated spaces require a valid disability parking permit. Standard parking charges still apply. Ask at the Auto Plaza for the right location and mobility assistance, rather than buying preferred parking to solve an access need.
Electric vehicles
ChargePoint spaces are available at all four parks on a first-come basis. Charging costs extra and does not replace the parking fee. Have a backup charging stop in mind if your battery is low.
Rideshare and drop-off
Tell the parking Cast Member if you are dropping someone off. At Magic Kingdom, ordinary taxis and rideshares use the TTC, so the lagoon crossing is still part of the arrival. Disney Minnie Vans have a different drop-off near the entrance.
Finding the car later
Photograph your section and row before walking away, or save them with Car Locator in My Disney Experience. After a long park day, the simple things help.
The questions everyone asks.
How much is parking at Disney World in 2026?
Standard parking is $35 per day for a car or motorcycle at all four theme parks. Preferred parking is $50, $55 or $60 depending on the date. Oversized vehicles cost $40. Theme park parking prices include tax, and one day's parking payment covers all four parks that day.
How do you get $10 parking at Disney World?
There is no general $10 theme park parking offer at Walt Disney World in 2026. The standard rate is $35. Older prices and Disneyland's separate parking rules can cause confusion. Eligible Disney hotel guests and Annual Passholders receive standard parking included, while Disney Springs and the water parks have free standard parking for visits there.
What is the cheapest way to park at Disney World?
If your hotel stay or Annual Pass includes standard theme park parking, use that benefit. Otherwise, standard parking at $35 is the cheapest general parking option at the four theme parks. Share one car where practical, keep your receipt when park hopping, and compare the full round-trip cost of a hotel shuttle or rideshare before driving.
Is parking free after a certain time?
Disney does not advertise an evening cutoff that makes theme park parking free. Budget the normal daily charge even if you are arriving later. Parking at Disney Springs and standard parking at the water parks are free during their operating hours.
Is preferred parking worth it?
Usually only if shortening the walk is worth another $15 to $25 to your group. Standard parking includes the courtesy tram. At Magic Kingdom, preferred parking is closer to the Transportation and Ticket Center, and you still take the monorail or ferry to the park.
Do you pay for parking twice when park hopping?
No. Keep your receipt and show it at the next theme park parking entrance on the same day. Parking availability is not guaranteed, and moving from standard to preferred parking can require an upgrade payment. A parking receipt does not include park admission or Park Hopper access.
Can you park at Disney Springs for free and go to a theme park?
Disney Springs parking is free for a visit to Disney Springs, but there is no direct Disney bus from there to the four theme parks. Resort-bound buses require a Disney hotel stay or a valid dining or experience reservation at that resort. A free garage space is not a guaranteed free route to a theme park.
Does a disability parking permit make parking free?
No. A valid disability parking permit provides access to designated parking areas, and standard theme park parking rates still apply unless you separately qualify for included parking. Ask the parking entrance Cast Member for the appropriate space for your mobility needs.
Car parked.
Now make the day count.
Check the hours, pick your first ride, and arrive with a plan.