If you’re planning a Disney trip, you don’t have to spend a fortune to make it magical. Both Disney World and Disneyland offer affordable extras that can transform your vacation into something unforgettable. From skipping long lines to dining with beloved characters, these upgrades cost less than $100 per person and deliver big value for your experience.
Check out these affordable upgrades that add magic without blowing your budget.
1. Skip the Lines With Lightning Lane Multipasses
- Price: Starting at less than $50 per person
These passes allow you to skip the standby lines at certain attractions, including Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Space Mountain and Haunted Mansion. You can maximize your time in the parks, and depending on which park you’re going to, you even get select PhotoPass downloads included in the price.
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2. Dine With Disney Characters
- Price: Breakfast starts at $49-$59 per adult and $33-$36 per child
Disney character dining experiences allow you to share a meal with beloved characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Donald Duck — and of course, take some memorable photos while you’re there. If you’re an Annual Pass or Magic Key holder, you’re eligible for a discount.
3. Start Pin Trading With a Disney Pin Set
- Price: $39.99 for a starter pin set (includes a lanyard and four pins)
Pin trading is a fan-favorite tradition at Disney parks. With a starter pin set, you can kick off this activity and trade pins with select cast members throughout the theme parks, resorts and shopping areas.
4. Get Prime Views With Fantasmic! Dining Packages
- Price: $23-$94 per person
Available at both parks, these packages allow you to access prime viewing areas for the Fantasmic! nighttime show with the purchase of a brunch, lunch or dinner at your choice of restaurant.
5. Take Home a Personalized Silhouette Souvenir
- Price: Starting at $12-$14
Take home a souvenir that’s uniquely yours. Disney artists can create a silhouette portrait of you in as little as 90 seconds.
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