Animal Kingdom Main Entrance· Start here
All park guests, including drivers, rideshare users, Disney bus passengers and pedestrians from parking.
Walt Disney World Resort, off Osceola Parkway, Bay Lake, FL · The park has one public entrance complex, beyond the parking plaza and transportation loop.
Bay Lake, FL 34747, USA
Car
Animal Kingdom Auto Plaza, off Osceola Parkway
Follow Cast Member parking directions, then use the courtesy tram or walk to security and the tapstiles.
Bus
Disney Resort bus service · Animal Kingdom bus stop
5 min walk
The bus stop is immediately outside the entry complex; buses are complimentary for Disney Resort guests and accommodate wheelchairs and ECVs.
Taxi
Main transportation-loop drop-off
5 min walk
Follow designated drop-off signs to the transport loop, then walk to security; set the destination as Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, not Animal Kingdom Lodge.
Step 1
Arrive before opening
Allow 45–60 minutes before official opening if aiming for rope drop; allow more at holiday periods, spring break, or in severe weather.
Step 2
Security screening
All people, bags and other items may be screened using security technology, bag checks and canine teams.
Step 3
Tap into the park
Use a charged phone, MagicBand or ticket card at the tapstiles. Photo ID is not routinely required for all adult ticket holders, but is required for certain discounted tickets and ECV rental.
Fine
Not allowed
Locker rentals are available, but Disney does not publish a current Animal Kingdom locker price on its general guest-services page; check the My Disney Experience app or ask at the entrance for availability.
Source: disneyworld.disney.go.com
Main walkways are paved and step-free, though the park is large, humid and tiring; trails can have slopes, crowds and uneven-looking themed surfaces. Disney buses accommodate wheelchairs and ECVs. Disability parking is near the entrance with a valid permit, and parking trams operate. Many attractions allow guests to remain in a wheelchair/ECV, while others require transfer. ECVs are rented at Garden Gate Gifts for US$65/day plus a refundable US$20 deposit, first come first served; renter must be 18 and show photo ID.
Source: disneyworld.disney.go.com