Magic Kingdom: A Symbol Guide For Guest Mobility Access At Attractions

Below is a modified version of the symbol guide that Disney uses to indicate the accessibility of their attractions for Guests needing mobility access. However, the pictorial meanings are the same, but my version adds color and text to each symbol. Hence, making it easier to read and understand. Please note this symbol guide was last updated on 12/26/22.

Let’s begin with this post about attractions at the Magic Kingdom. Additionally, I’ve created individual guides for the other Disney theme parks, including Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and EPCOT. Hopefully, you’ll find them helpful in enhancing your overall experience.

First, please review my symbol “Guide To WDW Attractions For Those Requiring Mobility Access.” Accordingly, consider this your starting point for understanding how to enjoy all that Disney World offers for guests regarding mobility access.

My Goal Is To Make This Symbol Guide Simple Plus Easier To View On A Mobile Device

Above all, my goal is to make this symbol guide simple. Attraction conditions constantly change, so what’s procedure today may change tomorrow. Disney puts some notifications relating to Mobility Access in most but not all attraction guide dialogs.

Thus, I will do the same but in a version that will be easier to view on a mobile device. For this reason, I’ll keep it brief and use a few abbreviations in my symbol guide. So, for example, Mobility Access: will be MA: and a Cast Member will be CM. 

Accordingly, you’ll often notice MA: See a CM in my symbol guide. However, take heed because Cast Members may often suggest other options. For example, a Transfer Device, Transfer Practice Vehicle, or Transfer Access Vehicle is made available.

Even stopping a moving walkway for safer access could be employed. As a result, these alternatives, when possible, may make it easier to experience the attractions at the Magic Kingdom. But, most importantly, a Cast Member will get you where you should go safely and efficiently.

There Are Two Guest Relations Locations At The Magic Kingdom

Please note that there are two Guest Relations locations at the Magic Kingdom. Accordingly, they’re near the front of the park. The first is on the RIGHT, just before the park entrance. However, once you enter the park, the second location is City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A. Then, right after you come out from beneath the Walt Disney World Railroad Main Street, U.S.A. underpass, it’s located immediately to your LEFT.

I’ve Started Reviewing Some Of The Attractions In More Detail Regarding Mobility Access And The Symbol Guide

I’ve started reviewing some of the attractions in more detail and writing about them. The Magic Kingdom is the park I chose because it’s the one I first visited years ago. I have a sentimental attachment to it. Thus, I’ll be focusing my efforts here.

Click on any attraction link highlighted in blue, which designates those I’ve documented. Accordingly, it will direct you to a review of that attraction regarding mobility access and the symbol guide. Eventually, I plan to review all the attractions at the four Disney theme parks. However, it will take some time, but please keep checking my progress.

Abbreviations Listed Below For Each Land Of The Magic Kingdom Used In My Symbol Guide

• Adventureland: (AL)
• Liberty Square: (LS)
• Main Street, USA: (MS)
• Fantasyland: (FAL)
• Frontierland: (FRL)
• Tomorrowland: (TL)

Must Be Ambulatory To Enter These Attractions (Mobility Access Symbol)

• Swiss Family Treehouse (AL)
  • MA: Enter through the exit for an abbreviated experience.
• Peter Pan’s Flight (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM for options.
• Tom Sawyer Island (FRL)
  • MA: The raft portion is wheelchair accessible.
• TTA PeopleMover (TL)
  • MA: See a CM/Reference my review for details.

May Remain In Wheelchair/ECV At These Attractions; However, You Can Get Out And Be Seated If You Prefer

• City Hall/Guest Relations (MS)
  • MA: Enter using the ramp on the LEFT.
• Town Square Theatre (MS)
  • MA: Enter using the ramp on the RIGHT.
• Enchanted Tiki Room (AL)
• Jungle Cruise (AL)
  • MA: See CM/A drive-on boat option is available.
• Country Bear Jamboree (FRL)
  • MA: Enter through the door on the LEFT.
• Liberty Square Riverboat (LS)
  • MA: Enter through the exit ramp on the RIGHT or LEFT.
• The Hall of Presidents (LS)
  • MA: Enter through the main doors. You may be directed to the RIGHT.
• Mickey’s PhilharMagic (FAL)
• Princess Fairytale Hall (FAL)
• Carousel of Progress (TL)
• Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor (TL)

You Must Transfer From Wheelchair/ECV And Then To Ride Vehicle

• Haunted Mansion (LS)
  • MA: See a CM/Transfer Access Vehicle.
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM/Transfer Access Vehicle.
• Mad Tea Party (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM/Transfer Access Vehicle.
• The Barnstormer (FAL)
• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM/Transfer Access Vehicle.
• Big Thunder Mountain RR (FRL)
  • MA: See a CM for options/Transfer Access Vehicle.
• Astro Orbiter (TL)
  • MA: See a CM for access to the elevator.
• Tomorrowland Speedway (TL)
  • MA: See a CM/Transfer Device.

Must Transfer To A Standard Wheelchair If Not Already In One. Then, ECV Riders Must Transfer To A Standard Wheelchair Or Be Ambulatory

• Walt Disney World Railroad (MS, FAL & FRL)
  • MA: Enter the ramp at each station to the boarding platform. See a CM for options. However, you can use a power wheelchair.
• Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM for options and transfer information.
• it’s a small world (FAL)
  • MA: Enter through the designated wheelchair entrance near the attraction exit.
• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel (FAL)
  • MA: See a CM for options.
• Magic Carpets of Aladdin (AL)
• Under the Sea~Journey of The Little Mermaid (FAL)
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin (TL)
  • MA: See a CM for transfer information.

You Must Transfer To A Standard Wheelchair, And Then To A Ride Vehicle (Mobility Access Symbol)

• Space Mountain (TL)
  • MA: See a CM for options.
• TRON Lightcycle/Run (TL)
  • MA: Transfer Access Vehicle available.
• Pirates of the Caribbean (AL)
  • MA: See a CM for transfer information.

In Conclusion, I Will Continue Updating This Symbol Guide As Necessary

In conclusion, I will continue updating this symbol guide as necessary from this point forward. For instance, when the TRON Lightcycle/Run is introduced at the Magic Kingdom in the Spring of 2023, I’ll add it to the attractions list. Similarly, I’ll remove it from the list when no longer relevant.

Last updated: 04/12/23

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