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24 Gifts for the Friend Who’d Rather Be at Disney

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We all have at least one friend or family member who’s a bona fide Disney adult. They likely spend all of their PTO on trips to Disneyland or even an Adventures by Disney vacation , can be spotted wearing Mickey Mouse Crocs outside of the theme parks, and will always say yes to a Disney-themed trivia night. If you’ve already started thinking about that person, and you have a big celebration or holiday coming up that includes gift-giving, then you’re in luck.

Below, we’ve rounded up 24 of the best gifts for Disney fans that will bring a bit of magic and nostalgia to their everyday life. Some of these are perfect for taking into the Disney Parks, too.

Carry-on essentials

Kitchen and home goods, clothing and accessories, books and cookbooks, more great disney gifts.

This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.

While luggage is usually a very personal choice, Disney fans will love this Mickey Mouse–themed piece from American Tourister. The 20-inch carry-on spinner comes in red or black, with Mickey heads embossed into the outer shell. This carry-on features removable packing cubes , a laundry bag, and 1.5-inches of expandable space to help fit all of their park souvenirs.

You can’t walk into a Disney park without seeing dozens of Loungefly mini backpacks . The front of the backpack has Cinderella’s Castle with Mickey Mouse waving from the archway, while Tinkerbell flies overhead. The bag features a hidden Mickey design made from fireworks on the back of the bag and lamps that look like they belong on Main Street, USA, on both sides.

This AirPods case allows you to show off your love of Disney in a simple yet fun way. The silicone case resembles Minnie Mouse with her iconic bow and polka dot outfits. There is also a Minnie Mouse–themed attached buckle holder that makes it easy to clip the case to a backpack or fanny pack while traveling.

Fans of Star Wars know the character Ahsoka Tano well with her appearances in cartoons like The Clone Wars , Rebels , and the live-action series Ahsoka . Now you can show off your dedication to the character with this insulated tumbler that features Ahsoka’s face markings and lekku patterns. The 16-ounce cup keeps drinks cold for nine hours or hot for three.

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Mickey waffles are a quintessential part of any Disney parks trip, whether they’re from the kiddie section of a breakfast buffet (we won’t judge) or topped with strawberries and whipped cream at the waffle stand in Magic Kingdom . Replicate the experience at home with this waffle maker that produces perfectly crispy miniature waffles, just like the ones you’ll find at Disney resorts and on Disney cruise ships .

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When you can’t start your day with a press pot at Walt Disney World’s Kona Cafe, this trio of Joffrey’s ground coffee from Walt Disney World—including the signature Kona Blend—will help transport you to the sunny shores of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort . Feeling confident in the kitchen? Pair your brew with a serving of Tonga Toast , a resort staple.

If you still aren’t over the magic that came with the 50th-anniversary celebrations of Walt Disney World, consider this wrapped canvas from Thomas Kinked Studios. Not only does it depict Main Street, USA, it shows fireworks going off behind Cinderella’s Castle. This is one piece of art you will instantly want to hang up at home.

For Disney fans who are always channeling their inner chef like Remy or Tiana, this utensil holder is a cute way to bring more magic to their kitchen. The metal Mickey–shaped holder has a Mickey silhouette on the front, where he’s holding a spatula and says “the happiest kitchen on earth.”

Even drinks can be magical with this Mickey Mouse ice tray. The silicone tray features two different-sized holes, so you can use smaller or larger Mickey ice cubes depending on the type of cup the ice is going into.

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Disney’s streaming platform allows fans to watch movies, cartoons, TV shows, and more all in one spot. The service features entertainment from Disney, Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, and National Geographic, including big streaming hits like Ahsoka , Loki , and more. This is one gift that will keep on giving all year long. You can pay for the service monthly ($7.99 or $10.99 a month for a plan with or without ads, respectively), or spring for an annual subscription ($110 with no ads).

When the sun sets at Walt Disney World or Disneyland, the parks tend to get a little chilly, especially in the fall and winter. This adorable Magic Happens sweatshirt is perfect to keep you warm while racing from ride to ride. It features Sleeping Beauty's Castle from Disneyland Park, along with a line from the Disney parade of the same name.

One way to make any outfit more fun is with a pair of statement earrings. For Disney fans, these Minnie Mouse earrings are perfect. The studs have cute confetti beading through Minnie’s face and ears and a shiny gold bow. The best part about these earrings is that they are comfortable enough to wear all day, and not too heavy.

Never be late for an important date with this Mickey Mouse watch. This sleek watch is subtle with a black synthetic leather band and a Mickey Mouse watch face. Mickey’s arms help show what time it is, plus there is a red second hand for accurate time readings. You will be wearing this everywhere, from theme parks to dinners with friends.

Being able to show off your Disney style in a subtle way is ideal for Disney fans. This set of five socks feature some of the most beloved Disney characters including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Winnie the Pooh. The high-ankle socks would look cute paired with canvas sneakers or Crocs.

Bling out your tote bag or backpack with this Minnie Mouse bag charm. The sparkly accessory is a cute way to show off your love of Disney daily without going overboard. Slightly larger than a standard house key, the charm won’t weigh down bags either. The Minnie Mouse accessory has 1,800 hand-set crystals and pearls, making it even more special for your giftee.

If you're looking for effortless waves and curls that can make any Disney princess jealous, the Kitsch x Disney satin heatless curling set is perfect. The set is inspired by beloved Disney princesses, like Rapunzel, Belle, and Ariel, who you can see in the fabric. The pack includes one satin curling rod and two scrunchies to keep your hair in place while you sleep and wake up feeling like Sleeping Beauty after the spell has been broken.

For the ultimate Disney fan in your life, this book of 100 Disney adventures will have them dreaming of their next vacation. The book includes iconic Disney Parks activities, from watching the neon light up in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park to taking a whirlwind trip around the world with National Geographic Expeditions.

Every Disney fan has a favorite snack and meal in the parks. With this Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World cookbook, you can make your favorite Disney treats right at home with recipes straight from the Disney chefs. The book features a mix of past and present favorites from the resorts, including the banana-stuffed Tonga Toast from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

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This book explores the life and work of Mary Blair, the American artist and illustrator who quite literally colored our childhoods. As the creator of concept art for films like Alice in Wonderland and Cinderella and the designer of the classic Disney attraction It’s A Small World, Blair influenced an entire generation of Disney animation.

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A visit to Walt Disney World is special any time of year, but the parks come alive in a new way at the holidays, when there is even more lights, music, and merriment. The celebrations at Disney’s parks and cruise ships around the world are captured in Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks , with nearly 1,900 photographs capturing details of the food, entertainment, and decor—down to the resort’s tiniest four-inch-tall Christmas tree.

A trip to Disneyland, the only Disney park completed by Walt Disney himself, is a must for any theme park fan. Build up their travel fund with a Disney gift card to cash in on theme park tickets, meals, and more.

Originally created for visitors to leave their mark—quite literally—on the pathway leading to the Magic Kingdom, these decorative legacy pavers come in two sizes and can be engraved with a name, date, and special message, or even a special icon to recognize a wedding or anniversary.

Adults who love Lego sets and Star Wars just hit the jackpot with this Ahsoka Tano T-6 Jedi Shuttle set. The set has 599 pieces including a clear cockpit window where you can put one of the four Lego mini figures that are included, like Ahsoka Tano or Professor Huyang.

MakeUp Eraser’s reusable makeup removers work like magic, removing every bit of product with just a bit of water. This seven-day pack is printed with villain favorites, and the compact size is perfect for travel.

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50+ Ultimate Gifts for Visitors going to Disney World 2023

Planning a trip to Disney this holiday season and looking to buy perfect gifts for Disney trip?

Or maybe, you are having a hard time getting gifts for adults going to Disney World!

Whether you are searching for perfect gifts for someone going to Disneyland or WDW Florida, you have come to the right place!

Find all sorts of gift ideas for Disney trip from practical and essential gifts to the most loved gifts and even hilarious gifts in this ultimate Trip to Disney gifts guide!

Practical Gifts For Someone Traveling To Disney World

From trip planning guides and calendars to bags for keeping everything organized, these practical gifts will make you a Disney pro in no time!

Guide Books For Making The Most Of Disney World or Disneyland

Disney World or even Disneyland may be all about magical moments but the key to making most of your Disney vacation is to have a Disney strategy in place.

Disney without a strategy is just another frustrating day of running after the kids in an overcrowded, expensive place while the Disney characters walk right pass.

That’s where the Disney Guidebooks come in.

You will find a large variety of them on Amazon – so which should you buy?

The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World offers detailed and direct tips to make every WDW vacation count.

This guidebook has an insane number of positive reviews and the related app is great at planning a Disney World Trip.

The other recommended WDW guidebook is the Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World .

Birnbaum’s also has an Official WDW Guide for Kids .

Geared the younger audience, it has illustrations and interesting facts about rides that will enthrall all kids who can read.

How cool is that!

The Walt Disney World Magic guide book also has a lot of useful tips, inside secrets and planning information to make your trip smooth and easy!

Other good guides include the WDW Step by Step Planning Guide , and the Easy guide to Walt Disney World .

If you are visiting Disney California – then try the Official Guide to Disneyland or the Birnbaum’s Disneyland Guide or the 101 Disneyland Tips book.

For a Disney California guide that both kids and adults will enjoy, try the Going to Disneyland guide.

These guidebooks are the most practical gift for someone going to Disney world and work best for families.

Disney Parks Magic Band

The Disney Parks Magic Bands are officially the coolest gifts for families going to Disney World.

So what exactly is a Disney Magic Band and what does it do?

Using the Disney Magic Band, you can electronically load park tickets and room keys for Disney resorts so they never get lost!

The magic bands are worn on the wrist like a bangle or a watch.

The Magic Bands can be used to unlock hotel rooms, redeem Fast Passes, save and purchase Disney PhotoPass images, charge food and purchases to Disney Resort hotel bill, and more !

Magic Bands make entering and switching between theme parks and water parks easier with no tickets to keep track of.

Tip – If your family is Annual Passholder or staying in the Disney Resort, you will automatically receive Magic Bands !

For everyone else, we recommend purchasing the Magic Bands to avoid hassles of paper tickets and photo tags.

The magic bands are available in a variety of colors and have a fun Mickey Mouse symbol on them.

See all available colors as well as unique patterns such as Olaf the snowman from Frozen here .

Are you worried that your magic band will get lost?

To ensure that your or the kids’ Magic Band does not fall off, get a Bitbelt to secure your bands.

Also Read: What to Wear to Disneyland (Updated 2021!)

Disney Park Maps

This set contains all maps for the 4 Walt Disney World theme parks.

These are the exact maps that you get at the entrance to Disney World – having them in advance is very useful in deciding which rides to prioritize, where and what to eat, and hit the ground running at Disney World.

There are no such maps for sale for Disneyland because the California parks aren’t as complicated.

We had our maps from previous Disney trip and they proved extremely valuable while planning our trip with the kids, hence I really recommend them as gift for Disney trip.

They also work great in a Disney trip surprise reveal!

Disney Daily Agenda Planner

This book really exists!

If you don’t want to leave anything in your Disney Trip to chance then you absolutely need the Disney Daily Agenda Planner book.

Perfect for Type A personalities, this vacation planner has 14 days worth of planning pages.

There are separate pages for different activities and things you need to track of such as dining plans, reservations, must-dos, and more for each day.

It also has planning lists, planning tips, a plastic sleeve for storing maps, tickets, and more.

Disney Tip! Definitely add some of these practical must-have items as gifts. Buying anything inside Disney is very expensive!

Disney Backpack for Kids

Every kid needs a Disney Backpack to do Disney the right way.

Chances are you are going to be carrying the backpack for the better part of the day.

But carrying Disney travel gear is almost the rite of passage for anyone going to Disney.

This Disney Mickey / Minnie Mouse backpack is the perfect gift for toddlers while the drawstring Disney backpacks work great for older kids.

The drawstring ones easily fit water bottles, snacks, and other small items.

Or get this Disney vacation gift set with matching Mickey / Minnie backpacks plus Mickey / Minnie lanyards !

The ultimate gift for someone going to Florida Disney!

Sturdy Daypack

Finally, a gift that doesn’t scream Disney! A day at Disney is busy and tiring but so much fun!

A good daypack is essential to pack snacks, water, hats, sunglasses, souvenirs, change of clothes, swimsuit, diapers and more.

I love waterproof daypacks with lots of space and wide, padded comfortable straps like this budget Outlander daypack.

It has multiple compartments and folds down into a compact pouch. I also like that it comes in a variety of colors like the bright orange.

The VenturePal Daypack is another great budget option.

Otherwise, you can always go for a reliable brand like Osprey or Teton Sports .

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Rain Jackets, Rain Coats and Ponchos

When we first visited Disneyland Anaheim in December a few years ago, it rained both days we were there.

We had to buy a Disney poncho from the park store and boy, it was pricey at ~$25/each!

If you know someone who has been to Disney for more than 2 days and didn’t have to get wet in the rain, then they are super lucky!

You can save so much by buying them online – this Poncho Family Pack of 8 Is dirt cheap and perfect to always keep in your travel bags!

While I personally like ponchos, I prefer raincoats for my preschool age kids since they are too small for most kid-sized ponchos!

We have the toddler raincoat by Columbia – excellent quality and works 100%!

Make sure to buy rain gear that’s lightweight and folds easily.

Keep a waterproof wet bag to stash the wet jackets away when it stops raining!

Also, it is always better to pack rain gear while planning a Disney Trip even though rain is not forecasted.

Water Bottles

Since we started traveling with the kids, food and drink-related items top my packing lists and gift registries.

Disney World and all Disney Parks are enormous and water bottles are absolutely necessary.

Sure you can buy one – but at $4 per bottle, it’s not cheap!

I make it a point to fill up whenever we pass a food joint or water spout.

Plus if you have pre-schoolers or toddlers then they ARE GOING TO WANT that Mickey Mouse bottle in the Disney Store.

It is much cheaper to buy them in advance and save a few bucks.

For toddlers, this Mickey Mouse sippy cup with silicone spout is just perfect while pre-schoolers will love the Disney straw cups .

You can also gift these 32 oz Mickey, Minnie, and other Disney character water bottles for adults.

Checking the Disney App for ride times and wait times, taking photos with Disney characters all take their toll on smartphone batteries.

Gift a power bank to your Disney going children or grandchildren and keep them connected and happy!

I have this portable Powerbank by Anker and it works excellently for my smartphones, iPod and more. It makes a nice Disney park gift.

Hand held USB Fans

The weather is always hot and humid in Disney World. These mini USB rechargeable hand-held fans are life-savers.

They are lightweight, fold-able and have 3-speed settings and perfect as personal fans.

We attach them to strollers and the kids are happy as clams.

Misting Fans

Portable or handheld misting fans are great alternatives to USB fans.

The misting fans will spray water and help keep the kids cool and entertained on Disney trips.

You can even put ice in the water compartment of some fans so that the water is really cool.

You can actually buy Minnie Mouse or Mickey Mouse handheld misting fan with Florida written on it for the kids.

For a non-Disney version for the adults, get the deluxe misting fan which is big enough to keep ice or the super small but efficient keychain misting fan .

The foldable handheld cooling fan is also a great option.

Hand Sanitizer

Disney World is so big and so crowded that you don’t even want to start thinking about the germs in there.

Add to that, we are in 2021 and the pandemic is still here!

Gift some hand sanitizers for peace of mind plus get an award for thinking of the most hygienic of Disney vacation gifts!

Off course you don’t need Disney but these matching Minnie and Mickey hand sanitizers with holders are so cute and cheap plus attach to backpacks and purses.

Disney Face Masks

Speaking of the pandemic, Disney Parks require face masks for all visitors.

That doesn’t seem likely to change anytime soon, especially during the busy holiday season.

Get nice Disney themed face masks to set the mood!

Disney Suitcases

Just imagine how much fun packing for Disney World trip would be in a Mickey Mouse suitcase!

Well, they exist!

American Tourister has some great Disney themed suitcases that would make any Disney lover smile – bit of a Splurge but so worth it!

The luggage bags top my list of cool Disney gift ideas for kids.

Put your family or loved ones in a great mood before the trip by gifting the Disney themed suitcases .

If you are looking for toddler sized Disney luggage , there are amazing options including Mickey Mouse, Finding Dory, Elsa and more.

Check all options for Disney themed luggage here .

Disney Luggage Tags and baggage locks

Ever taken ages finding your luggage at baggage carousels?

Even if you have a Disney themed suitcase , there might be other similar ones if you are landing at Orlando and your luggage is going straight ahead to Disney World Resort.

Do everybody a favor and just give these Disney luggage tags as gifts for people going to Disney World.

They are great at keeping your suitcases safe till Disney World and are a time-saving Disney resorts gift.

Get a matching Disney luggage lock to go with your baggage and tags!

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Disney Beach Towel and Swimsuits

Disney World theme parks have many water rides and chances to get wet while Disney World Resorts have great pools.

The Mickey Mouse and Gang Beach towel is perfect for Disney trips and to keep in your backpack or diaper bag.

You can also check other great Disney Beach towel designs.

On a related note, Amazon also has an incredible collection of Disney swimsuits for girls which will make great summer Disney vacation gift ideas.

Disney Games to play during traveling

If you don’t live in Florida or California then traveling to Disney means either a long road-trip or red-eye flights with stopovers.

Travel Games are perfect to keep kids occupied and the parents will thank you for years to come.

Of course, a Disney vacation needs Disney themed games.

We have this dry-erase sketchpad for the kids and they love to draw on it while traveling.

I also like the Disney stickers and activity books and magnetic game sets .

We also enjoy playing the Mickey Eye Found It card game while on road trips.

Also Read: Best travel toys for toddlers on airplane

Sunscreen, Lip-balm and Band-Aids

All of these items are must on any Disney World packing list.

Why not gift them in Disney themed packages and add to the packing excitement?

This Disney Frozen sunscreen lotion will be loved by all little girls.

Disney Princesses Lip Balm 8 pack is a great gift with 8 different flavors and pictures of princesses.

These Disney Band-aids come in 24 different styles and include Frozen, Mickey Mouse, Planes, Princesses, Finding Dory and more.

Mickey Mouse Crocs

A typical day at Disney World involves lots and lots of walking.

Comfortable, quality walking shoes are absolutely essential to survive Disney without blisters and band-aids.

While I love almost all crocs for walking, the many options in Mickey Mouse crocs make them absolutely perfect for a Disney World trip.

You can gift Mickey Crocs that light-up , Crocs that have Mickey design all over them or crocs with Mickey band , or Crocs with Minnie Mouse design.

They come in toddler, kids as well as adult unisex (men & women) sizes.

Also Read: 25+ Cute and comfortable shoes for Disney

Fun Gifts for Kids going to Disney World

Finding the perfect gift for the most excited travelers is fun.

I love taking the time to shop and search for the most unique gift for my family.

All of the items below make perfect Disney World gift ideas.

Walt Disney World Autograph Book and Pens

The Walt Disney World Autograph Book is the perfect gift for young Disney visitors to collect autographs from their favorite characters – one of the best gifts from Disney world.

I was sure S-Boy would love handing it over to Mickey Mouse and his friends to sign, so we bought one – but it got stolen before we reached Disney… it’s a long story!

The autograph book is great for breakfast with the characters and makes an excellent trip souvenir.

Or you can buy the Disney Princess Autograph Book Plus Photo Album for little girls.

This book also has a photo sleeve to hold photographs with characters. You can also gift the Disney characters pen set to make it complete.

Disney World Vacation Gift Sets

Instead of buying individual gifts, why not buy sets that make great gifts by themselves?

This Mickey Mouse WDW travel gift set has an autograph book, mouse headbands, autograph pens, lanyards, and stickers. There’s also a matching Minnie mouse vacation gift set for girls.

There are quite a few such sets: try the Minnie backpack one or Mickey backpack one or the Mickey + Minnie backpacks + lanyard + autograph book one.

Children’s camera

What better time to gift your child his or her first camera?

We bought the V-Tech Toddler Camera for our preschooler and he loves using it.

He has already mastered the buttons and even frame options and loves taking pictures of his baby sister and everything else!

On our California trip, he was taking photos from the moment we reached the airport and especially loved taking pictures of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck – it was the perfect Disneyland gift!

Instant Camera

Instant Camera makes a super fun gift for kids going to Disney World.

The recent versions of instant cameras take bright pictures and have loads of smart features.

I especially love the Fujifilm Instant Camera as Disney gifts for teens or younger kids since it comes in bright colors including blue, green and pink and also has a selfie mirror.

The Polaroid Instant Camera is also a great camera with 4 scene settings.

Kids can take instant photos with characters and get them autographed as keepsakes – it’s easily the best of Disneyland trip gift ideas.

Disney World Pressed Penny Album

Have you ever lost your pressed pennies during a trip?

The pressed pennies and quarters make great little Disney mementos but are really hard to keep track of, especially during an exciting day at Disney Parks.

This Disney themed pressed penny passport book keeps all the pressed pennies safe and is one of the best gifts to give someone going to Disney World.

Disney Trading Pins

Disney trading pins are stamped with the Disney Logo and are trade-able at all Disney World Parks with the Disney Cast Members.

Kids love trading the pins for the ones they want with cast members.

Buying the trading pins in advance saves a lot of money as the pins are very expensive at Disney World.

I really like this set of 25 trading pins that includes hidden Mickey and other unique pins.

Alternatively, a set of 50 trading pins will be enough as gifts for kids going to Disney World as well as big families.

These pins are the perfect gifts to get everyone in Disney mood pre-trip.

Also, did you know that you can actually give Disney characters gifts?

While the characters can’t accept anything big they can accept letters, trinkets, and small things like honey for Winnie the Poo from their little fans.

These trading pins also make the perfect gifts for your favorite Disney characters.

Lanyard with Coin Purse

These Mickey and Friends Lanyards with Coin Purses are great companion gifts to Disney trading pins.

The pins can be attached to the lanyards to easily trade with Disney Cast Members.

A great alternative to the Disney Backpack, they are also excellent additions to Disney themed travel gear and make excellent gifts for an upcoming Disney trip.

The coin purse can be used to store Disney Resort room keys, IDs, park tickets and passes, souvenir pressed pennies, trading pins, chap-stick, etc.

Princess Dresses and Disney Costumes

How adorable are the photos of Disney character princesses with a toddler or pre-teen princesses at the princess meet-ups?

Princess Dresses are the ultimate going to Disney gifts for little girls! If you know a little girl who loves Disney, she will adore a princess dress of her favorite character.

You can choose among Belle or Elsa or Ariel and more among Disney’s favorite princesses .

You can also buy Disney costumes for boys including pirates, Mickey and friends – these are great gifts for child going to Disney world.

However, remember adults can’t wear costumes inside Disney!

This kid is going to Disney shirts

Buy the ‘this girl is going to Disney’ or ‘this boy is going to Disney’ shirts for your kids for a fun twist.

We saw a few kids wearing the shirts on the tram from Mickey and friends parking lot to the park and they got a lot of smiles.

These shirts also make the perfect gift for child going to Disney world on a surprise trip.

Books on Disney World and Disney Characters

Young readers will devour these books that tell them more about Disney World.

The Junior Encyclopedia of Animated Characters has fun facts, trivia, and quotes from Disney’s 150+ heroes, princesses, and villains – while it’s not for older kids, it is one of the perfect Disney gifts for toddlers.

The Disney Book has excellent information on Disney’s incredible animations, live-action movies, park attractions and more.

Disney A to Z: The Official Encyclopedia has trivia and anecdotes on all things Disney. Disney Who’s Who is a great book with information on all of Disney’s characters including the latest movie characters and more.

All these books make perfect gifts for kids going to Disney.

Fun gifts for Adults going to Disney World

Use these lists to find the best Disney World gifts for adults – these folks are honestly the hardest to buy since so much of Disney stuff is mostly geared towards toddlers and pre-teens – though really does a Disney fan have an upper age limit?!

So many of my friends love Disney plus I’m a huge fan so Disney world gift ideas for adults are always on my mind!!

Disney World Dining Guide Books

Did you know that Walt Disney World has over 300 dining choices?

The Disney Dining Plan has to be utilized properly to maximize its value while advance dining reservations are not that easy to figure out.

Luckily there are detailed dining guides to Disney’s food carts, eateries, restaurants, and dinner show that is bound to make life easier for the adults.

You can purchase separate guidebooks just for WDW dining plans – one of the best Disney trip gift ideas for foodies!

The Walt Disney World Dining Guide has a wealth of information on almost all food stations and the Disney Dining Plan.

It also includes advance dining reservation tips, menu recommendations and more.

Alternatively, you can gift the Dining at Walt Disney World: The Definitive Guide – a book describing ‘must-do’ character meals and other tips and tricks to have great meals among other DisneyWorld gifts.

Another good one is the Disney Dining Plan 2019 . On another note – are you excited about all the new things coming to Disney in 2019 – you can check them all here!

Books that reveal Walt Disney World Secrets

Make the forthcoming Disney World trip more interesting for adults by giving them something new to look forward to!

Disney World has over hundreds of secrets, juicy tidbits and information that visitors generally miss on their first trip to Disney World.

Hidden Mickeys: A Field Guide to Walt Disney World’s Best Kept Secrets is a great book to that has 6 scavenger hunts for the adults in your party to make them search for Hidden Mickeys and more – one of the best Disney parks gift ideas or as gifts for someone going to Florida.

The Hidden Mickeys of Walt Disney World is another great book with scavenger hunts, hints, clues and more.

The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World is a great book that reveals over 600 secrets while The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World Trivia is a treasure trove of Walt Disney World trivia.

All of these are perfect Walt Disney World gifts.

Matching Disney T-shirts

What better way to celebrate your inner child in Disney World than by wearing matching Disney Tshirts ?

Buy these t-shirts as gifts for family going to Disney world and make amazing memories at Disney Parks.

The matching Disney T-shirts look great in photos.

These matching shirts on Amazon come at a great price and quality and fit great.

I also like these matching Tshirts with the Vacation year printed on them plus they come in a great variety of sizes.

Or you can check out these for a different graphic. They really are the perfect gifts for Disney trips.

Disney Travel Pillows

Disney World trip is a bucket-list experience and often involves long flights and layovers.

These Disney character travel pillows make perfect gifts for adult Disney fans.

The pillows are officially produced by the Disney Store and come in lots of characters and options including Mickey, Minnie and more.

Really comfortable and convenient Disneyland gifts for adults.

Matching Mom & Dad Caps

These Disney Mom & Dad caps are great fun, useful gifts for adults.

The Dad cap has Mickey Mouse while Mom gets Minnie Mouse’s cap for the vacation.

There are also other great caps including the Mickey Mouse Ears cap or the Minnie Mouse Ears Cap .

Minnie Mouse pouch or makeup bags

If your girlfriend or wife loves Disney, then get her the Minnie Mouse makeup bag .

There are so many varieties of these bags and most of them are under $25, making them fun budget gifts.

I especially love the Disney polka dot makeup bag which fits a ton of toiletries and has separate compartments for brushes.

Some of these bags come in the form of small backpacks and can be used as standalone wallets too.

Mickey / Minnie Mouse Ears Headband

The Mouse that started it all! You simply need to have these Mickey Mouse or Minnie Mouse headbands while you visit the most magical place on earth.

Buying these headbands inside Disney is super, super expensive. We stopped inside the Mad Hatter’s Shop in Disneyland and most of the bands were starting at $40!

It feels so great to know that you scored yours online for under 10 bucks – among the best of budget hunter’s Disney world presents!

DIY Disney Gift Baskets for Someone going to Disney World

Are you looking for a basket of gifts for someone going to Disney World?

These DIY Disney World gift baskets or Disneyland gift baskets are perfect ways to combine gifts for extra fun and give to grandchildren, children, parents, nieces and nephews.

You can create your own gift basket by adding extra items like chocolates, candy, Disney movie DVDs, greeting cards and gift cards to make the most of a Disney World trip.

These DIY Disney gift baskets also work well if you are planning a surprise Disney trip reveal for the kids.

Also, did you know that you can get Disney gift baskets delivered to the hotel? But still, nothing beats the charm of a hand-made gift basket!

Toddler / Pre-schooler First Disney World Visit Gift Basket Ideas

Perfect for toddlers or anyone in elementary school, these gift bag ideas for Disney trip is excellent to build excitement for the first time they meet their favorite characters.

Gift the Mickey Bandana Bib , Disney Autograph book , Disney sippy cup or Disney Straw Cup and Disney sticker s in a convenient Disney toddler backpack .

Pre-teen / Teen Disney World Trip Gift Basket Ideas

Perfect for pre-teens or teens going to Disney World, these gifts for a Disney trip are wonderful ways to make the older kids look forward to their trip.

Gift the Disney Water Bottle , Disney Scavenger hunt book, Disney Encyclopedia book , Instant camera, and in a Disney drawstring backpack .

Disney Gift Baskets for Adults

Perfect for Disney nerds, Disney fans and simply adults who love Disney, these kits will get the adults excited even about their tenth or twentieth Disney World trip.

Gift the Disney World Agenda Planner , Mickey Mouse Ears Cap , and Disney Trivia book in a Disney tote or hiking backpack to create Disney themed gift baskets for adults.

You can brainstorm many such Disney gift basket ideas for adults – just combine a few of Disney themed things that they can use on the trip and put it all together in a Disney bag or purse and gift wrap in Disney paper! Bingo!

Adult ‘I survived Disney’ Kit Gift

What about adults who are not really looking forward to a Disney World trip?

Make the perfect ‘I survived Disney’ kit for them with some band-aids for blistered feet , sunscreen , sunglasses and a Mickey / Minnie cap , mini USB fan to keep cool , Disney Hidden Secrets book to get them excited in a Disney tote or hiking backpack .

You might also like to check out some of these amazing Disney souvenirs which go perfectly with the I survived Disney gift basket.

Disney Tickets and gift cards

If you haven’t yet finalized the trip, then buy Disney tickets as gifts!

Surprise tickets are one of the best birthday or disney world christmas gift ideas.

Then you can even plan a disney trip surprise reveal gift basket by buying a whole bunch of things on this list including Disney luggage and backpacks, Disney character autograph books etc.

Gift cards are also great pre disney trip christmas gift ideas.

What not to gift someone going to Disney world

Not all gifts are created equal.

While most of these things seem like the perfect Disney travel gifts – they are in fact not allowed inside the Disney parks.

Here’s a list of what not to buy as Disney world trip gift ideas.

Selfie sticks

Selfie sticks are banned inside Disney World which totally makes sense considering the number of people in there.

Though drones usually make the coolest gifts for travelers, they are banned in all Disney World Theme Parks.

Wagons are super useful to carry children as well as snacks and other items but they are banned inside Disney Parks.

Masks or Adult Costumes

Disney World Theme Parks ban masks or adults wearing costumes because they can’t be easily distinguished from the staff.

Did you like our list of gift ideas for someone going to Disneyland or WDW?

Do you have any other great ideas for gifts for Disney world trips? Let us know in the comments!

40 Unique Disney Gifts That Will Arrive in Time for Christmas

Perfect for adults and kids alike, these presents will keep the magic alive.

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To help you find the best gifts for Disney fans on your list, our trending product experts at Firstfinds have narrowed down a list of must-have Disney collaborations , centennial collections, keepsakes and souvenirs that don't require a trip to Disneyland. From cheeky apparel to stocking stuffers running the gamut of kitchen gadgets to beauty products, there's a vast number of covetable (and officially licensed) Disney products that will arrive in time for Christmas.

The Disney gifts ahead not only work as nostalgic mementos for adults, but they're also perfect for kids , hard-to-buy-for teens and everyone in between. Whether you're shopping for a Disney movie buff or a loved one who wants to read the Disney classics to their children, these carefully selected Disney presents will bring whimsy and magic beneath the Christmas tree this year. But you'll need to finalize your purchases fast to ensure they arrive in time!

Kitsch Disney Collector's Bundle

Help them achieve Sleeping Beauty -level rest with a pillowcase, eye mask or heatless curlers from the Kitsch x Disney Princess collaboration.

Spectrum Mickey Mouse 10-Piece Essential Brush Set

For their first makeup foray, gift them brushes they'll use on a regular. This versatile 10-piece set includes makeup brushes for eyes, lips, face and brows.

Picnic Time Toscana Disney Mickey Mouse Wood Cutting Board

This top-rated Mickey Mouse wood board will bring a smile to any Disney fan's face, whether they're serving a charcuterie board or slicing apples for an afterschool snack.

Coach x Disney Rogue 25 With Mickey Mouse and Caterpillar

This Disney x Coach Rogue 25 isn't just a designer handbag; it's a wearable work of art. Made from leather, the classic Coach silhouette features a whimsical Disney cartoon on the side that'll put a smile on their face every time they wear it.

Disney Classic Mickey Waffle Maker

Gift someone this waffle maker, and they can enjoy Mickey Mouse-shaped waffles whenever they please — no ticket to Disney required!

Picnic Time Mickey Mouse Cheese Board

The next time they entertain, they can dress up this wooden cheese board with a smorgasbord of meats, cheeses and other accoutrements. There's also a cheese knife, chisel knife and cheese fork inside.

Swarovski x Disney 100 Mickey Mouse Crystal Pendant Necklace

Covered in shimmering Swarovski crystals, this adorable Mickey Mouse pendant adds a magical touch to any outfit. Designed to celebrate the centennial, it won't be available at Nordstrom for much longer.

Paladone Disney Winnie the Pooh Mug

A jar of honey (or should I say, hunny) makes a fitting complement to this adorable Winne the Pooh mug that's under $20.

Hedley & Bennett Set of 3 Mickey Cotton Dish Towels

Add a touch of Disney magic to their kitchen with this trio of cotton dish towels from Hedley & Bennett. The subtle Mickey Mouse prints spark joy without feeling juvenile.

Wet n Wild Alice in Wonderland Makeup Set

The budding makeup enthusiast in your life will find everything they need inside this limited-edition Alice in Wonderland makeup set from Wet n Wild. It's got glosses, eyeshadow palettes, brushes and other colorful everyday products inspired by their favorite characters from the film.

Barefoot Dreams Mickey and Minnie Logo CozyChic Throw Blanket

You'll be hard-pressed to find a Disney gift that's cozier than this Mickey and Minnie throw from Barefoot Dreams. The brand's ultra-plush fabric is loved by kids and adults alike.

Bicycle Disney Villains Playing Cards

Bring a bit of magic to every game night. To celebrate Disney's most iconic villains, these Bicycle playing cards were designed with colorful foil on one side and villains like Cruella, Scar, Ursula and Maleficent on the other.

Delta Children Disney Minnie Mouse 4-in-1 Sports Center

This Minnie Mouse-themed sports center features four games in one (basketball, soccer, golf and hockey) to improve your toddler's motor skills without cluttering your garage with multiple sets of sports equipment.

American Greetings Frozen Holiday Card with Stickers

The best part about this festive Olaf card? It comes with a sheet of Frozen stickers tucked inside.

Lip Smacker Disney Princess Flavored Lip Balm

Slip this eight-pack of Disney princess-themed lip balms in their stocking, and their lips will stay soft all winter long.

Homesick x Disney Minnie Mouse Candle

Inspired by Minnie Mouse, this natural soy wax candle features notes of magnolia, sweet peony and sandalwood that'll make their home smell better than Disney's Smellitizers.

Walt Disney Archives The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder

Created in partnership with the Walt Disney archives, this collectible coffee table book takes a deep dive into the brand's 100-year-long history of magic.

Williams Sonoma Mickey Mouse Silicone Pancake Molds

Make any weekend brunch feel like a trip to Disneyland. Gift these Disney-inspired pancake molds on Christmas Eve to bring a bit of magic to holiday breakfasts.

Williams Sonoma Mickey & Minnie Mouse™ Hot Chocolate Bomb

Satiate any sweet tooth with this Mickey Mouse-shaped hot chocolate bomb that makes a failsafe stocking stuffer for Disney fans of all ages.

ALDO x Disney Low Top Sneakers

With Mickey on one shoe and Minnie on the other, these white sneakers will be a statement shoe in any Disney fan's wardrobe.

Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping , where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River , Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.

Sarah Maberry is a commerce writer for Hearst Magazines, where she covers fashion, beauty and pop culture. A seasoned trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level. When she’s not writing for Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, House Beautiful, Town & Country, Delish and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at FIT (her alma matter) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.