The Stroller Isn’t for the Kids – It’s for the Parents!

When I started planning our very first Disney trip, my kids were 5 and 8. The 5-year-old had tons of energy, and I thought, She’ll be fine walking with all the excitement.

Then I joined a few Disney planning groups and kept seeing the same advice over and over:

GET. THE. STROLLER.

I remember thinking, Really? We haven’t used a stroller in years. But I trusted the masses and rented a single stroller for the week.

I am here to tell you now: I would not do Disney without a stroller for any child under 10. Yes — 10.

On our last trip, my now 10-year-old was asking for turns in the stroller. At one point we had a flat tire and had to swap it out for the day. They gave us a double stroller, and honestly? It was amazing. I’m already planning to rent one again next year and checking weight limits to see if both kids can use it when needed.

Some families bring their own stroller on the plane, which is great if you don’t mind managing it along with luggage and kids. We don’t own one anymore, so renting has been perfect for us.

We use Kingdom Strollers, and they are incredibly easy to work with. They offer a wide variety of stroller options, and most rentals include helpful extras like a cooler bag, rain cover, and parent caddy (hello, drink holders). You choose drop-off and pick-up windows that match your travel schedule, and they deliver directly to your resort’s main lobby.

We often do split stays, and it’s very simple to schedule different locations. If your plans change, you can adjust everything right on their website.

You’ve probably seen photos of stroller parking in the parks and thought it looks overwhelming. Yes, there are a lot of strollers. But Disney is so organized that it truly becomes part of the routine.

Security has a dedicated stroller lane. Every ride has clearly marked stroller parking. Cast Members are always nearby managing traffic and helping keep things orderly.

I make a bright, colorful sign with ribbons and hang it from the handle so ours is easy to spot in the crowd. We’ve never had an issue with anything going missing — even bubble wands and lightsabers left in plain sight.

Another huge perk: with the exception of crowded bus rides, you can roll the stroller right onto Disney transportation. A single stroller fits easily onto the Skyliner and monorail, which makes getting around incredibly smooth.

I keep ponchos, umbrellas, and shoe covers in a drawstring bag in the bottom basket. That way, if we do need to fold the stroller quickly, I can grab one bag and go without worrying about loose items falling out. Large stroller hooks on the handle hold water bottles and the popcorn bucket, even when folded.

Most importantly: the heat and step count are far more intense than you expect. Those little legs get tired fast. Having the stroller meant we could move quickly when we needed to, take breaks without slowing down the day, and avoid carrying exhausted kids across the park.

Quick Recap

• If you have kids under 10: get the stroller
• Attachments and organization make park days much easier
• Add a bright visual marker so you can find yours quickly
• Renting from Kingdom Strollers makes the whole process simple and stress-free

Trust me on this one — the stroller might be the most important “gear” you bring to Disney.