The Complete Guide to Disney’s Park Hopper Tickets

The Complete Guide to Disney’s Park Hopper Tickets

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The Complete Guide to Disney’s Park Hopper Tickets

This article is your complete guide to learning everything you need to know about the Disney World Park Hopper pass and the Disney Park Hopper Plus! Walt Disney World has seen many ticket price changes over the past couple of years. This includes the price and rules around the park hopper ticket system. That’s why we’re going to cover everything you need to know including basic questions like, what is the park hopper ticket? Or what is the difference between the park hopper and the park hopper plus?

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What is a Disney World Park Hopper Ticket?

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The Disney World park hopper ticket is a ticket option that allows guests to visit multiple Walt Disney World theme parks in one day. It’s the deal ticket option for those wanting to spend a morning at EPCOT, an afternoon at Animal Kingdom, and end with fireworks at the Magic Kingdom. It’s a perfect choice for anyone aiming to maximize their experience at Walt Disney World. Comparing the cheapest Disney World ticket prices can be a great way to find out if this ticket is right for you. It might make more sense to spend more per day and visit for fewer days!

What Does the Disney Park Hopper Pass Include?

Regular Park Hopper Ticket:

  • Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom

Park Hopper Plus Ticket:

  • Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Blizzard Beach, and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon

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What is the Disney World Park Hopper Plus?

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The Disney World Park Hopper Plus ticket is an admission ticket that includes all four of the Disney World theme parks, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach, Disney’s water parks. This ticket allows you to do one of the following per day, one visit to Typhoon Lagoon, one visit to Blizzard Beach, cover your Green Fees at Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course, one visit to ESPN World Wide of Sports, one round of mini golf at Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course (before 4 pm), or one round of mini golf at Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course (before 4 pm).

 What is Included with the Disney World Park Hopper Plus?

Unlimited Admission:

  • Magic Kingdom
  • Hollywood Studios
  • Animal Kingdom
  • EPCOT

One Admission Per Day:

  • Typhoon Lagoon
  • Blizzard Beach
  • ESPN World Wide Sports
  • Green Fee at Oak Trail Golf Course
  • A Round of Mini Golf at Disney’s Fantasia Gardens
  • A Round of Mini Golf at Disney’s Winter Summerland

The Park Hopper Plus One Admission Per Day means that you can only choose one activity per day. For instance, if you start your morning in Magic Kingdom, have lunch in EPCOT, and then spend your evening playing a round of Mini Golf at Fantasia Gardens. You can not spend your morning in Magic Kingdom, head to Blizzard Beach for the afternoon, then end your day playing Mini Golf at Fantasia Gardens. Guests only get to select one activity per day from the list above.

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Disney Park Hopper and Park Hopper Prices 2024

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Park Hopper ticket prices vary depending on how many days you visit. The price for a single-day Park Hopper Ticket is $174 – $224. A single-day Park Hopper Plus Ticket is $180 – $233. When purchasing a Park Hopper Disney World ticket, a charge is added to the normal daily price of your ticket. $65 per day for one-day tickets, $75 for two or three-day tickets, and $85 for four to ten-day tickets. Disney World has adjusted their ticket prices once again and along with what day you visit, the price of a ticket will also depend on what park you wish to visit. But no matter what park you start your park hopping journey at, you will pay the additional fee on top of the most expensive park ticket.

While the Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus Tickets are more expensive, we love the flexibility of the Park Hopper Disney. 

What are the Disney World Park Hopper Prices?

  • 1-Day – $174 – $224 for adults / $180 – $233 for kids ages 3-9
  • 2-Day – $144 – $193 for adults / $152 – $200 for kids ages 3-9
  • 3-Day – $139 – $185 for adults / $135 – $179 for kids ages 3-9
  • 4-Day – $135 – $172 for adults / $130 – $167 for kids ages 3-9
  • 5-Day – $114 – $148 for adults / $110 – $144 for kids ages 3-9
  • 6-Day – $98 – $127 for adults / $94 – $124 for kids ages 3-9
  • 7-Day – $86 – $112 for adults / $83 – $109 for kids ages 3-9
  • 8-Day – $79 – $101 for adults / $77 – $98  for kids ages 3-9
  • 9-Day – $72 – $92 for adults / $71 – $89 for kids ages 3-9
  • 10-Day – $67 – $84 for adults / $65 – $82 for kids ages 3-9

What are the Disney World Park Hopper Plus Prices?

  • 1-Day – $194 – $244 for adults / $201 – $255 for kids ages 3-9
  • 2-Day – $154 – $203 for adults / $158 – $210 for kids ages 3-9
  • 3-Day – $137 – $181 for adults / $142 – $187 for kids ages 3-9
  • 4-Day – $132 – $167 for adults / $135 – $172 for kids ages 3-9
  • 5-Day – $112 – $143 for adults / $115 – $148 for kids ages 3-9
  • 6-Day – $96 – $123 for adults / $98 – $127 for kids ages 3-9
  • 7-Day – $84 – $109 for adults / $86 – $112 for kids ages 3-9
  • 8-Day – $77 – $98 for adults / $79 – $101  for kids ages 3-9
  • 9-Day – $71 – $89 for adults / $73 – $92 for kids ages 3-9
  • 10-Day – $66 – $82 for adults / $68 – $84 for kids ages 3-9

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When Can I Use My 2024 Hopper Ticket?how-to-use-park-hopper-plus

This may be a change for some Disney guests, where tickets used to be valid for much longer than they are now. That means it is super important to check the dates for your Walt Disney World tickets and park hopper options. Disney theme park tickets are valid for admission beginning on your selected start date and must be used within the “valid use” period provided at the time of purchase.

Park Hopper Expiration Timeline

  • 1-day – The ticket expires on the selected start date.
  • 2-day – The ticket expires 4 days after the selected start date
  • 3-day – The ticket expires 5 days after the selected start date
  • 4-day – The ticket expires 7 days after the selected start date
  • 5-day – The ticket expires 8 days after the selected start date
  • 6-day – The ticket expires 9 days after the selected start date
  • 7-day – The ticket expires 10 days after the selected start date
  • 8-day – The ticket expires 12 days after the selected start date
  • 9-day – The ticket expires 13 days after the selected start date
  • 10-day – The ticket expires 14 days after the selected start date

The Park Hopper option for same-day admission to more than one theme park is subject to the validity windows listed above.

The Water Park and Sports option adds another day to your valid use period. For example, a six-day Water Park and Sports Option ticket with a start date of November 1 is valid for any six days from November 1 to November 10.

The Disney Park Hopper Plus option also adds another day to your valid use period, just like the Water Park and Sports option.

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Is the Disney Park Hopper Worth it?

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We find the Park Hopper Ticket to be the best fit for guests who are trying to get a lot done at Disney World in a short amount of time. This would be for families thinking about vacationing in Disney World for 2-3 days while visiting all four parks. We also believe the Disney World Park hopper ticket can be a great fit for families with kids in their teens. The main reason is that it’s just easier to hop from park to park when everyone is a bit older. It also allows parents to enjoy their vacation more without having to carry strollers throughout all four Disney parks.

Should you Upgrade to the Disney World Park Hopper Plus Ticket?

If you plan on going to water parks, golfing, and more, AND heading to the parks, this option is worth it. However, if you don’t plan on going to the Disney Park Hopper Plus water park we don’t feel the need for the upgrade.

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2024 Disney Park Hopper FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is 4-day Park Hopper Plus?

A: Disney theme park tickets are valid for admission beginning on the selected start date of the ticket and must be used within the “valid use period provided at the time of purchase,” according to Disney. For example, a 4-day ticket expires seven days after the selected start date. Selection of the Disney tickets Park Hopper Plus option adds another day to your valid use period.

Q: What transportation should I use with Park Hopper/Park Hopper Plus Disney?

A: Park-to-park transportation is now available. Operations are beginning each day before the start of Park Hopper hours, and monorail service.

Q: Does Disney Park Hopper include water parks?

A: No. If you want to visit a Disney water park, you must upgrade to the Water Park and Sports Option or Park Hopper Plus option.

Q: Is mini golf included in Disney tickets?

A: A certain selected number of visits to mini golf comes with the Water Park and Sports Park Hopper and the Park Hopper Plus. This includes our favorite Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course. 

Q: When visiting multiple Disney theme parks on the same day, do I have to pay for parking at each theme park?

A: No. If you pay for parking at one Disney theme park, you may park at other Disney theme parks on the same day for no additional charge. And if you have the Park Hopper option, you can use the

When is The Best Time to Visit Disney World?

Our Disney  World Crowd Calendar is the best tool to help you get the most out of your time in the parks. We break down park crowds, park hours of operation, ticket prices, and average temperature. We also break down the best time to visit Disney World based on specific times of the year and special events.

Are You Ready to Plan Your Next Disney World Trip?

Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Be sure to speak with a Disney World Travel Agent for the most recent deals and promotions. The Park Prodigy will provide a Free Quote for all Disney World Vacation Packages. The Park Prodigy can also help you save up to $20 per ticket when purchasing your Walt Disney World Tickets, and we offer promotional discounts for special events such as Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Tickets and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets. If you’re brand new to Disney vacation planning we recommend our Walt Disney World Planning Page! Learn more about Disney hotels by reading our Walt Disney World Hotels Review page.

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Michael Belmont

Michael Belmont is the owner and chief editor at Theparkprodigy.com, an authorized Disney and Universal travel agent. He specializes in Disney and Universal theme park tickets and vacation packages, as well as daily park plans to help optimize vacation time. Michael and The Park Prodigy have been featured on ABC’s Florida affiliate, WTFV, as well as over 10 Disney focused blogs. As owner, Michael manages The Park Prodigy blog and social media, a Disney themed podcast, and a Disney and Universal focused YouTube channel. Prior to starting The Park Prodigy, Michael was a long time Disney and Universal enthusiast, frequent visitor of the parks, and even served as a Walt Disney World Cast Member in Orlando, Florida!