We have spent a couple of Christmas’ at Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan now. You won’t believe how wonderful it is! From the hotels to the parks, rides and entertainment – Christmas at Tokyo Disney Resort has to be experienced to be believed!

Christmas at Tokyo Disneyland

We’ve twice experienced Christmas Eve at Tokyo Disneyland and Christmas Day at Tokyo DisneySea, staying at official Tokyo Disney Hotels.

Here’s our review of what we thought were the most memorable highlights and really fun things to do at Tokyo Disney Resort at Christmas!

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01. Tokyo Disney Parks general festivities

Does Japan Disney celebrate Christmas?

Yes, Tokyo Disney Resort does celebrate Christmas, so if you’re worried about Japan not celebrating Christmas in their Disney Parks, you couldn’t be more wrong! Christmas is an important time of year at both Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea.

Christmas doesn’t just stop at the Disney parks either! You’ll find a special Disney Resort Line monorail has Christmas decorated cars.

Even the nearby Ikspiari Shopping Centre has a Christmas tree!

Is Christmas at Tokyo Disneyland crowded?

It can be busy during Christmas, but even though Christmas is one of Tokyo Disney’s special seasons, the crowds usually aren’t as bad as some other Japan holiday periods like Golden Week.

Are there Christmas decorations at Tokyo Disney?

Yes! Both Tokyo Disney Resort parks are decked out in their finest Christmas decorations throughout the park. At night it becomes a magical lit fairy land of Christmas lights!

There’s a huge Christmas Tree holding court in the World Bazaar as you enter Tokyo Disneyland and another two in the American Waterfront area of DisneySea which are wonderful for Christmas photos!

Christmas Garlands abound, the flowerbed Mickey at the front entrance of Disneyland is adorned with a Christmas Hat – there’s no mistaking it’s the most wonderful time of the year!

As the sun goes down the Tokyo Disney theme parks Christmas decorations light up beautifully to create a magical Christmas world.

Of course you can’t miss the Tokyo Disneyland Sky Full Of Colours Fireworks Show at Christmas, it’s lovely to sit together in front of the beautifully lit Disney Castle as the lights synchronise with Disney music and colourful fireworks!

Watch our Christmas Eve Disneyland Fireworks Show

Is there Christmas food at Disneyland?

Yes, there are seasonal snacks and treats for Christmas at both Tokyo Disney Parks. Sweethearts cafe at Disneyland offers several themed treats!

We had a Christmas Eve Breakfast at Tokyo Disneyland where they offered special Christmas Breakfast Sets. You can watch our YouTube video of our Christmas Eve breakfast at Disneyland here. There are many more yummy special Christmas menu items on offer around the Parks.

If you intend on booking a special Tokyo Disney Resort restaurant for Christmas Day, be sure to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment – they always book up fast!

02 – Christmas in a Tokyo Disney Hotel

Staying on-site in a Disney Hotel is a great part of the festive fun. We stayed Christmas Eve in the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel in a Beauty And The Beast themed room and Christmas Night at the DisneySea MiraCosta Hotel in a Capitano Mickey Superior Room and it was just perfect!

Waking up Christmas Morning was so fun. We were so ready to leap out of bed, exchange a few travel-sized Christmas presents and hit the parks! The Tokyo Disneyland Hotel lobby decorations, Christmas music and the Tokyo Disney theme parks waiting for us out of the window all amplified the anticipation and excitement of Christmas ten-fold!

Does it cost more to stay at a Tokyo Disney Resort official hotel during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday season?

Yes, there is about a 10% increase in hotel rates at Tokyo Disney Resort hotels during the Christmas period. Learn more about staying at the Tokyo Disney Resort hotels here.

03. Tokyo Disney Christmas Parades

Christmas parades are the order of the day at both Tokyo Disney Resort parks.

Is there a Santa at Tokyo Disney?

Yes there is a Santa at both Tokyo Disney Resort parks!

DisneySea has a special Santa Disney Christmas Greeting with Santa and various Disney Characters aboard a boat parading around the central Mediterranean Harbor.

At Tokyo Disneyland, you will find Santa in the daily Christmas parade!

Tokyo Disneyland Christmas parade

Tokyo Disneyland have a wonderful afternoon Christmas Parade. The theme name changes every few years.

Watch the Tokyo Disneyland Christmas Parade on YouTube

At nighttime, Christmas is also incorporated into the shows and a special Tokyo Disneyland Electric Parade with Christmas music.

Watch the Tokyo Disneyland Electric Parade on YouTube

It all makes for such a wonderful Christmassy atmosphere that is unforgettable!

04. Christmas overlays on Rides & Shows

At Christmas time a couple of permanent Disneyland attractions get very Christmassy!

I’m usually not a huge fan of ride overlays, but I have to admit the Holiday Nightmare overlay inspired by the Nightmare Before Christmas Movie of the Haunted Mansion got me wanting more!

Watch our ride on the Haunted Mansion Holiday Nightmare ride on YouTube

The Tokyo DisneySea Haunted Mansion is the classic charming version of the ride. The Haunted Mansion theme on its own is really enjoyable, but it is even more fun when incorporating this fabulous overlay which extends from the grounds outside to all through the ride.

In addition to the Haunted Mansion you will also find an overlay in place on the Country Bear Theatre at Christmas time – Jingle Bell Jamboree. This classic version of the original USA Show is with added Christmas decorations is just as hilarious as ever!

Christmas at Mickey’s House

We decided to pop into Mickey’s House in Toontown for a photo last Christmas and were delighted to find the queue was also Christmas decorated, although the photo wasn’t Christmas themed at all as it was Mickey the Wizard from Fantasia.

One thing’s for sure – any Disney attraction overlay at Christmas can only add to the jolly Christmas atmosphere!

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05. Christmas Merchandise

During the Christmas season you can also buy special Tokyo Disney Christmas merchandise.

These include warm Christmas sweaters, special Christmas Mickey Ears, Christmas outfit character plushies including Mickey and Minnie, postcards, pins and more!

The big problem with securing any seasonal Tokyo Disney seasonal merchandise is that it often sells out on the first few days of release! Any Tokyo Disney Resort seasonal merchandise is extremely popular with Japanese locals, so on the first few days of release store visits must be reserved through the Tokyo Disney App to limit numbers.

With any luck you may be able to get something at actual Christmas time like a special pair of Christmas Disney Ears, but chances are that the majority of Christmas items are sold out before December – and it’s very rare that they ever have second runs of any seasonal or special merchandise.

Tokyo DisneySea Christmas Ornaments

One of our lucky group member discovered this beautiful Christmas ornament in June! “This is my absolute favorite purchase. I found a tangled crystal Christmas ornament at the store in the Aladdin shop down the stairs across from the carousel. There aren’t many ornaments to be found in Disneyland nor DisneySea but this one is beautiful! Quality like a Swarovski snow flake ornament. Price 4,900 Yen.” – Nancy Wong

You can find out more about shopping at shopping at Tokyo Disney Stores in my guide here.

Tokyo Disney Christmas FAQs

When does the Tokyo Disney Christmas Season start?

The Tokyo Disney Resort official Christmas Season commences mid-November. The date will be announced months in advance.

When does Tokyo Disney Christmas end?

Tokyo Disney Resort Christmas finishes promptly at closing time the end of Christmas Day, December 25th.

Overnight the Christmas theming is swapped out for the Tokyo Disney Resort New Year’s theme. So don’t arrive on Boxing Day hoping to still enjoy the Christmas festivities!

Plan for your trip to fall between November 16 until December 25th to enjoy all the Tokyo Disney Christmas fun. (Don’t forget to join our Tokyo Disneyland Holiday Planning Facebook Group too!)

Are Tokyo Disney shows, rides and parades in English?

Yes and no. But it really shouldn’t affect your enjoyment at all! Disney is Disney around the world, but the vast majority of Tokyo Disney Park go-ers at Tokyo Disney are of course local Japanese.

There are a a minority of tourists mainly consisting of Korean and Chinese visitors.

Even so, most Disney music in the parks, including Christmas shows and parades are played in their original English version.

There is of course plenty of Japanese narration and dialogue, especially on the rides but they are just as fun as ever and bring home that you are on an exciting overseas trip!

So as you can see, a Christmas visit to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea parks is well worth it! Start planning now for your amazing Tokyo Disney Christmas – it’s never too early and makes for an incredibly memorable Christmastime.

Have you ever visited a Disney Park at Christmas? Tell me in the comments below!

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What is a theme park Disability or DAS Pass?

A theme park disability pass is a special ticket or pass offered to disabled visitors to help make their time in the park easier. Disability passes are also known as accessibility passes or DAS passes. There is a document verification process required before tickets are issued. Disability Pass benefits can include discounted entrance tickets and the ability to wait out ride queue times elsewhere in the park, usually with their family and/or companions.

Does Universal Studios Beijing have a DAS Pass?

Yes, Universal Studios Beijing (USB) offers a very effective DAS Pass for disabled visitors, including international visitors. Unfortunately, I can find no official information regarding this pass online, so can only speak from our personal experience.

Universal Studios Beijing tickets

Disability Access Services – the DAS Pass

 How do I buy Universal Studios Beijing Disability tickets?

We bought ours from the Universal Grand Hotel ticket counter next to reception. We were only allowed to purchase disability entrance tickets on the day of use.

There is a Guest Services window outside of the Universal Studios Beijing entrance which sell disability entrance passes also on the day of use.

Side note – buying disability entrance passes at the hotel impacted our hotel early entry benefit as the ticket selling desk didn’t open until one hour prior to official opening time, which is also the commencement of early entry hour. The hotel automatically gives all guests early entry.

Where should I buy our other Universal Studios Beijing Tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online on the official website, or at a discounted price online on the official seller Klook website.

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Should I also buy Express Passes if I have a DAS pass?

If you are only visiting USB for one day, I would recommend it. Whilst the DAS pass is very useful it does require the patience of waiting out your return time, which can be time consuming.

Universal Studios Beijing Express Passes are a fast pass which allow you to immediately access ride priority laneways for the big rides with the longest queues. I bought a combined 3 ride Express Pass with a standard entrance ticket on Klook. I also purchased extra 3 ride Express Passes on Klook to add to our disability passes. With this combination, I found that it really helped us cover all of the rides we wanted to do in just one day. Without the Express Passes I think we would have missed out on a few rides, as we were there from early opening until closing time and only just got them all done.

If you have a couple of days or more to visit the park, I think the DAS pass alone would be enough.

How do I enter Universal Studios Beijing with my Disability ticket?

After buying your disability entrance ticket, upon arrival at the Universal Studios Beijing theme park entrance, produce your passport – in China theme park tourist tickets are linked to their passport. There is no special disability entrance.

Are Universal Beijing Disability tickets cheaper?

Yes, Universal Studios Beijing Disability one day passes are cheaper than standard one day passes.

In February 2026, our USB ticket prices were as follows:

Universal Studios Beijing adult Disability Ticket price (purchased at the hotel): 520 CNY / $106 AUD / $75 USD

Universal Studios Beijing Standard adult 1 day ticket price (purchased at the hotel): 693 CNY / $142 AUD / $100 USD

I bought our standard tickets using Klook which included 3 express passes for just 693 CNY / $142 AUD / $100 USD – a big money saver!

Disability tickets are approximately 20% cheaper than standard Universal Studios Beijing tickets bought from the official website.

Can my Carer or accompanying family members buy the discounted disability tickets too?

No, at Universal Studios Beijing only verified disabled visitors may buy discounted disability tickets. Your accompanying Carer or family members must buy standard entrance tickets.

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What certificate or paperwork do I need to prove I am disabled?

There doesn’t seem to be any official information regarding this. Disabilities usually including physical, developmental (neurodiverse such as Autism / ASD and ADHD), neurological, cognitive and intellectual / mental disabilities.
The best approach is to bring your original government disability document with you such as a card or letter from a government support program. Preferably with your photograph. Be sure to always have your passport available for checking against your non-photo documents.

Australian government documents may include parking passes, NDIS letters and/or state companion cards.

Australian Compaion & Carers Cards

Australian NSW Companion Cards and even Carers pension cards would have a strong case, particularly if they include a photograph. This is because they are issued by the state or federal governments.

Explain that your documentation is what your country issues to prove disability.

UK Blue Cards

UK Blue Cards should be successful proof due to them being a government issued identification card with photograph.

If you don’t have any of the above, you may like to try producing a Doctor’s letter specifying that the disabled person is unable to stand in queues for long periods of time.

What if my disability proof isn’t acceptable?

You will be able to pay more to upgrade your entrance ticket to a standard ticket.

Do I need to take original certificates or can I take photocopies or digital scans?

Only take originals, as copies probably won’t be accepted. Officially they must be originals.

Do I have to have my passport with me?

Yes, you should always carry your passport in China – it’s the law for tourists. There can be penalties otherwise.

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Do I need to supply a Chinese translation of my disability certificate or medical letter?

No, just the original copies in their original language.

That said, if my only documentation was a doctor’s letter, a Chinese translation may help strengthen your claim.

Can I buy multi-day disability tickets?

No. Disability tickets are one day passes only.

Is there a Disability Ride Pass system at Universal Beijing?

Yes, you can get a ride return time card called an Attractions Assistance Pass from Guest Services. We got ours from the Guest Services office directly inside Universal Studios Beijing on the right-hand side.

If you have not bought a disability entrance ticket you will need to prove your disability using the documents mentioned above (in the how to buy a disability ticket section of this guide). They will register you and any other companions or family members with you to a total of five people so that you can all wait and ride together.

You will be issued with an Attractions Assistance Pass which is a ride time return card and your disabled person will have their photograph taken. As Universal Studios Beijing uses a photo/facial recognition identification system at rides, the disabled person will always have to present first, followed by their companions.

After you have registered for a disability ride pass at Guest Services you don’t need to do this process again that day. You can just request your DAS ride return time from ride operators at each ride by presenting your Attractions Assistance Pass and having your faces recognised.

Do I need a Carer with me to be registered for a Beijing Universal Studios disability pass?

No, at Beijing Universal Studios disabled adults may attend the theme park on their own without a companion.

Can my family or group come with me when I’m using my Disability Access Service (DAS)?

Yes. Up to six other people can come with you and also board the ride with you when using the return-time system. You’ll need to have them with you when registering for a disability ride return pass at Guest Services.

How do I use a disability pass to skip the ride queue?

After your initial registration at Guest Services, go to each ride and present your Attractions Assistance DAS Pass to staff. They will fill in a line on your DAS Pass.

If the wait time is less than 30 minutes you will be immediately admitted to the Express laneway which bypasses the long regular queue. You will usually reach the head of the queue in around five to fifteen minutes, depending on how busy it is.

If the current wait time is longer than 30 minutes, they will give you a ride return time written on your Attractions Assistance Pass card. You will receive a return time that equals the current queue wait time, less 30 minutes. You can now leave and go and do what you like during the waiting time period.

Return to the ride Express Lane at the stated time on your Attractions Assistance Pass and present your Attractions Assistance Pass card to the ride staff. They will draw a line through the return time for that ride and admit you to the express queue so that you can access the ride like a fast pass, bypassing the regular queue.

See our day at Universal Studios Beijing including DAS registration

Watch our whole day at Universal Studios Beijing, including how to do your initial disability ride registration on our YouTube video.

Can we do other rides whilst waiting for our disability ride return time?

Yes you can provided you can make it back in time.

Can we do other rides using the Attractions Assistance Pass whilst waiting for our ride return time for another ride?

No, you can only use your Attractions Assistance Pass one ride at a time.

Where do I go at my ride queue return time?

You go to the ride Express priority lane entrance – the same place you go to if you have a paid Express Pass.

Is there a special place for wheelchairs to view parades & shows?

Yes, there are reserved areas inside stage shows and also along parade routes reserved for accessible viewing. They are signposted with the wheelchair symbol. To locate them ask nearby staff for directions.

Can I hire a wheelchair at Universal Studios Beijing

Yes, limited numbers of wheelchairs are available for hire at Universal Studios Beijing at the Parking and Transportation Center and also near the entrance on a first-come-first-served basis.

Can I use my electric disabled mobility scooter inside the park?

Yes Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) or mobility scooters are allowed in the park, however they can’t fit in any queues or attractions. A manual wheelchair is available to be transferred into if needed at each attraction. Electric scooters may only be used at surrounding walking pace or less, and must be powered down with the keys removed when parked anywhere unattended.

Is there a Universal Studios Beijing disability resource?

The only official reference I could find was a Universal Studios Beijing Guide for Rider Safety and Accessibility here.

Where should I buy our other standard USB entry tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online on the official website, or at the official online seller like Klook.

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Tokyo Disney Resort has early entry to their Disney parks just like the USA does, but it’s a very different experience. Here’s all about Tokyo Disney’s Happy Entry 15 minutes early entry – what happens, how you get it and why it’s worth using.

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What is Tokyo Disney Happy Entry 15 minutes early entry?

Tokyo Disney early entry (officially named “Happy Entry”) is a Special Entrance Pass given to all Tokyo Disney hotel guests for the morning of their stay/s and or check out. (not check in day). This allows them to bypass the main and much longer Tokyo Disney entrance queue and enter 15 minutes earlier.

The Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo Disney Sea early entry pass must accompany a valid park entrance ticket. The Fantasy Springs Happy Entry area requires a second slip of paper – a Proof Of Stay, as only Fantasy Springs guests may use the Fantasy Springs Happy Entry.

Guests line up at a special area to enter the Tokyo Disney park you have been given the 15 minutes early entry pass for (not all hotels give you both passes – more about that in a minute) 15 minutes before the general entry gates open.

Guests with an early entry pass and valid park ticket are scanned into the park in a group 15 minutes early, which allows you to book passes, get photos, hire prams, buy food and line up for your desired first ride earlier than the general entry guests who enter at Tokyo Disney parks official opening time. Some rides may even start unofficially operating earlier. Open services during the fifteen minutes are limited. For example, DisneySea’s Tower of Terror queue does not open until 9am.

All guests of Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels are given Happy Entry 15 mins early entry to either Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea.

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Which Disney Resort Hotels give 15 minutes early entry to Tokyo Disneyland?

As this has changed several times recently, so it is important to double check before you book!

Short-term Happy Entry update 2026

From July 1 to September 14 2026, guests of Tokyo Disneyland Hotel and Disney Ambassador Hotel will be able to use their Happy Entry benefit to enter Tokyo DisneySea instead of Disneyland if they wish.

Currently, all official Tokyo Disney Resort hotels give the Tokyo Disneyland 15 minutes early Happy Entry to their guests. These hotels are:

Tokyo Disney Fantasy Springs Hotel
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
Disney Ambassador Hotel
Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta
Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel
Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel

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Which Disney Hotels give 15 minutes early entry to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea?

As this has changed several times so it is important to double check before you book!

Only the Tokyo Disney Resort luxury hotels also give Happy Entry to Tokyo Resort DisneySea, in addition to Tokyo Resort Disneyland. These hotels currently are:

Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta
Tokyo Disney Fantasy Springs Hotels

Also, from July 1 to September 14, 2026

Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
Disney Ambassador Hotel

Can I get early entry into Tokyo DisneySea direct from Miracosta Hotel?

No, you need to use the official park early entry for Happy Entry or General Entry until after 10am.

Can I get early entry into Tokyo DisneySea staying at Tokyo Disney Toy Story Hotel?

No, you may only use the direct entry through Fantasy Springs Hotel after 10am and before 9pm.

Where is Tokyo Disneyland Happy Entry early entry located?

Tokyo Disney Resort Happy Entries have special entrance areas which are separate to the general entry queues.

Where is the Fantasy Springs Hotel Happy Entry?

Fantasy Springs Hotel has two separate, special Happy Entrances.

The Fantasy Springs Hotel Grand Chateau Happy Entry (30mins early entry) entrance is located on the first floor, whilst the Fantasy Springs Hotel Happy Entry (15mins early entry) is the main Fantasy Springs Entrance for guests only, which passes underneath the hotel.

Which is the best DisneySea Happy Entry?

With its proximity to Fantasy Springs, the Fantasy Springs Hotel has the most advantageous Happy Entry for that area of DisneySea.

Whilst they are both DisneySea Happy Entries, Fantasy Springs Hotel gives its eligible guests a much bigger headstart on MiraCosta’s Happy Entry guests. This is because MiraCosta Hotel’s Happy Entry guests enter the park next to the main DisneySea entry, a good 15 to 20 minutes’ walk away from Fantasy Springs.

MiraCosta Happy Entry guests will still be making their way across the theme park whilst Fantasy Springs first Happy Entry guests may well be finishing their first and on to their second Fantasy Springs ride. Finally. Arriving yet another 15 minutes later will be the first main entry queue guests.

Therefore, the Fantasy Springs Hotel has the best Happy Entry for one of DisneySea’s most popular rides – Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey, followed by Rapunzel and Peter Pan. Due to its privileged location, the Fantasy Springs Hotel Happy Entry works out to be more like 30-45 minute DisneySea early start than 15 minutes!

Can I get Tokyo Disneyland Happy 15 early entry on check in day?

No, Happy Entry is not able to be used on check in day under any circumstances. Happy Entry passes are given at check in and won’t be given earlier. As check in is from 3pm in the afternoon, it is too late for early entry on the day of check in. Even if you are able to check in early, you won’t be given a Happy Entry pass for that day.

Can I still use the Fantasy Springs Hotel park entry on check in day?

Yes, even though you can’t get Happy Entry on check in day you are allowed to use the Fantasy Springs Hotel DisneySea entry on check in day. You will need to have a valid DisneySea admission ticket plus a Proof of Stay slip obtained from the Concierge Desk inside the hotel at pre-check in. You will need to queue and wait to enter DisneySea at official opening time using the Fantasy Springs Hotel park entry.

Do Tokyo Disneyland partner hotels give early entry?

No. Tokyo Disney partner hotels do offer a complimentary shuttle bus to the Tokyo Disney Resort parks, however they do not offer their guests the 15 minutes early entry pass to the Disney Parks.

• Urayasu Brighton Hotel Tokyo Bay
• Oriental Hotel Tokyo Bay
• Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay
• Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Tokyo Bay

Do Tokyo Disney Official Partner Hotels offer early entry?

No. Official Tokyo Disney Partner hotels do not offer Happy Entry. But these hotels shouldn’t be confused with the Tokyo Disney Hotels! The following hotels are called “official” Tokyo Disney hotels by Tokyo Disney. Confusing, isn’t it!

These hotels are the Official Tokyo Disney Hotels. They offer a free shuttle bus service to the Disney parks or monorail, plus a luggage delivery service to and from the Welcome Centre at the Mahaima JR Railway Station. They DO NOT offer Happy Entry (15 minutes early entry).

• Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama
• Tokyo Bay Maihama Hotel First Resort
• Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel
• Tokyo Bay Maihama Hotel
• Hilton Tokyo Bay
• Hotel Okura Tokyo Bay

Does Happy early Entry include children sharing a bed in Tokyo Disney Hotels?

Yes, children aged 4 and over bed sharing in Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels will also receive Happy Entry early entrance Special Entrance Passes. Children under 4 can accompany their parents in any case.

Are the rides open during the 15 minutes early entry at Tokyo Disney?

Sometimes, unofficially. DisneySea Fantasy Springs rides are regularly operational during Happy Entry. Often other rides aren’t open during the early entry period, however you can line up for them. Rides will officially commence operating at the official park opening time. Tower of Terror ride queue is closed during Happy Entry.

What is open during Happy Entry?

Tokyo Disney park services including Pram and wheelchair hire, the Tokyo Disney guest services information office and first aid will all be open.

Do Tokyo Disney Resort partner hotels give Happy Entry?

No. There are no hotels other than Tokyo Disney Resort hotels that offer the 15 minutes early entry.

Do Tokyo Disney Vacation Packages include Happy Entry?

No, Tokyo Disney Vacation Packages do not include Happy Entry. Happy Entry is a separate bonus attached to each Disney hotel and is not connected to any TDR Vacation Package. VP holders can only get Happy Entry for their first Vacation Package day if they book an extra night the night before their VP (with the appropriate Disney Hotel for their VP Day 1 park). Happy Entries are according to the hotel and not Vacation Packages, so also may not align with Day 2 of Vacation Packages if the VP Disney Hotel’s Happy Entry isn’t the correct one for their Day 2 Park.

Do I have to buy our Tokyo Disney tickets at the hotel to use the Happy Hour early entry pass?

No, you just need a valid park ticket (so you can buy park tickets from KKDay or Klook to use with your Happy Entry)

Where can I buy Klook Tokyo Disneyland Tickets online?

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You can also read our guide on how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets online here.

What’s the best way to get from Australia to Tokyo Disney?

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Further reading…

Learn all about Tokyo Disney Resort fast passes

A step-by-step guide of how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets here

6 things at Tokyo Disneyland you won’t find at other Disney Parks!

See our pick of Tokyo Disneylands best rides here.

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Disability Accessibility Shortcut information index

• Where can I buy standard discounted Tokyo Disneyland tickets?
• Can I buy Tokyo Disney Disabled tickets?
• How do I use my disability pass?
• What is a Pram as a Wheelchair sticker?
• How much does a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability pass cost?
• What is the certificate to prove your disability at Tokyo Disney Resort?
• Is there a place to wait instead of the ride queue at Tokyo Disney Resort?
• Can I get a Disability Access Service pass added to a day pass?
• Can my family group ride with me using my disability pass?
• Can I do other rides whilst waiting for my DAS time slot?
• Can I take my wheelchair on the Tokyo Disney Resort monorail or shuttle bus?
• Tokyo Disney Resort disabilities resource page

Tokyo Disneyland tickets

Disability Access Services

 How do I buy a Tokyo Disney Disability pass?

You can only buy a Tokyo Disneyland disability entrance ticket at the official Tokyo Disney Resort website or at an official Tokyo Disney Hotel ticket counter.

Where should I buy our other Tokyo Disney Tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online also on the official website, or at the official third party discount seller Klook.

Buy your Disneyland tickets at Klook online here

How do I enter Disneyland or DisneySea with my Disability ticket?

After buying your Disney entrance tickets, upon arrival at the Tokyo Disney park  produce your ticket barcode on your mobile phone or paper ticket.
You will need to produce proof of your disability to enter.

You will still need to Register inside the park at your first ride.

(Make sure all members of your party who may wish to ride with you – up to five people – are also present so they can also be noted as your ride group)

Are Tokyo Disney Resort disability tickets cheaper?

Yes, Tokyo Disney Resort Disability one day passes are cheaper than standard one day passes. They are around AUD$25 and USD$11 cheaper than standard Tokyo Disneyland day passes, or roughly 20% cheaper.

Your accompanying Carer can also buy a disability one day pass. Only one accompanying person may buy a disabled pass per disabled pass visitor.

Here are the current (August 2023) ticket prices for comparison:

Tokyo Disneyland Disability park entrance ticket price:

Adult ticket price ¥6,800 Junior ¥5,600 Child ¥4,000

(Adult ¥6,800 = AUD$72.51, USD$46.44)

Tokyo Disneyland Standard day pass price:

Adult ¥8,400 Junior ¥7,000 Child ¥5,000
(Adult ticket price ¥8,400 = AUD$89.57, USD$57.36)

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What certificate or paperwork do I need to prove I am disabled?

There isn’t a great deal of information, other than eligible certificates should be a “certificate for” their disability, including physical, developmental (neurodiverse such as Autism / ASD and ADHD), neurological, cognitive and intellectual / mental disabilities.
This implies official-issued documents such as government documents.

That said, there are numerous incidences of NDIS or Doctors letters that are accepted as proof for DAS at Tokyo Disneyland.

Australian Compaion & Carers Cards

Australian NSW Companion Cards and even Carers pension cards would have a strong case, particularly if they include a photograph. This is because they are issued by the state or federal governments.

What disability proof worked for us:

NDIS original paperwork for Australians carries weight – state that it is a government document.

Bring an accompanying doctor’s letter on their letterhead stating queuing may be difficult/not possible. MOST LIKELY this alone will work.

I asked a Cast Member if you can try to register with just a doctors letter and was met with some doubt. It can depend on who you register with!

Any kind of carers card, Australian Companion Card or pass with a photo would also be helpful.

UK Blue Cards

UK Blue Cards have been used with success due to them being a government issued identification card with photograph.

Japan has a photo pass system and may assume other countries do also. Explain that your government doesn’t issue the same.

Personally, if I only had a doctor’s letter as proof I would buy a regular Park entrance ticket and not a Disability entrance ticket – just in case the doctor’s letter is rejected as not enough proof (so that you don’t risk losing your entry ticket).

Do I need to take original certificates or can I take photocopies or digital scans?

Only take originals, as copies probably won’t be accepted. Officially they must be originals.

You should always carry your passport in Japan – it’s the law for tourists.

For Disney Disability Registration, you should bring photo id (so, your passport for example) if there is no photo id on your disability certificate or other proof – they probably won’t check it, but just in case.

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Do I need to supply a Japanese translation of my disability certificate or medical letter?

No. Most don’t. There doesn’t seem to be a requirement for Japanese translations as then this would be a copy, so not admissable as proof.

That said, if my only documentation was a doctor’s letter, a translation may help strengthen your claim.

Can I buy Tokyo Disney multi-day disability tickets?

No. Disability tickets are one day passes only.

Is there Tokyo Disney Resort disabled ride access if I have already bought a standard ticket?

Yes. This is called the Disability Access Service pass. You can add this to your standard park access ticket by registering for the Disability Access Service add-on after you enter the park.

This is obtained by presenting a disability certificate or other acceptable documentation (see above) to one of several park locations, including any ride operator for your first ride. They will register you, your carer and your other group (family) members in the system width you so you can all ride together.

After you have registered for the first time you don’t need to do this process again that day. You can just request your DAS ride return time from ride operators at each ride.

Here are the Tokyo Disney Resort Disability Access Service registration locations:

At Tokyo Disneyland:

• All rides and attractions
• Woodchuck Greeting Trail
• Mickey’s House and Meet Mickey
• Minnie’s Style Studio

At Tokyo DisneySea:

• All rides and attractions
• Village Greeting Place
• Saludos Amigos! Greeting Dock
• Mickey & Friends’ Greeting Trails

Can I register for Disability Access Services for more than one day at a time?

The official website says you need to register each day at each park separately, on the day you attend. It is each day, each park.

Do I need a Carer with me to be registered for a Tokyo Disneyland disability pass?

Yes. If you have visual, mental, or developmental disabilities you must have an able-bodied person accompanying you in order to get a registered disabled pass.

You need one carer per disabled person for some rides like Space Mountain. So if you are a single parent and have two disabled children for example, or are two parents but are outnumbered with disabled children , consider registering only ONE disabled child if you can safely manage more than two on your own. The family group of up to five more people join you anyway.

Can my family or group board with me when I’m using my Disability Access Service (DAS)?

Yes. Up to five other people can board the ride with you when using your DAS. Up to nine people can go with you at a Character Greeting. You’ll need to have all their passes scanned with yours when entering the park with a disability ticket / registering for DAS.

From the Tokyo Disney website:

”At an attraction, this service is valid for up to six persons (yourself and five members of your party).”

How do I use a disability pass to skip the ride queue?

If you have bought a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability entrance ticket then once it is verified at the entrance gates then you will need to register again. After your initial registration at the first ride, reserve each ride by attending the ride and make yourself known to the ride queue attendants. You will receive a return time that equals the current queue wait time.

Watch my DAS registration video

Watch how to do your initial disability ride registration on our YouTube video.

If you have a standard Park entry ticket, then you will need to Register for a Disability Access Pass at your first ride, once for that day.
After you are Registered, then you only need to make what is called a Disability Reservation or Return Time at each ride you want to go on.

Speak to the ride attendants first to Register and once your ticket is digitally linked as a disability pass (as will be your Carer’s and you’ll also need to present all the passes of the family or group members you’re visiting with) then – then after registration you only need to make a ride reservation by attending that ride and receiving a return time.

Do Tokyo Disney Cast Members speak English?

Not all cast members speak English, however cast members do have translation devices or access to them.

When requesting Disability Access to a ride it may be wise to use Google translate or translate a note into Japanese prior, to give or show attendants in case of language barriers.

What happens during the Tokyo Disney Disability Registration Process?

The process takes around ten-fifteen minutes and is a one-off procedure for that day in that park.

If you have a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability entrance ticket your papers will be checked at the front gates. You will still need to do your official DAS Registration at your first ride.

If you have a standard park entrance ticket then you enter the park as normal and register at your first ride.

You may need to queue to register, particularly if you are registering at a popular ride first-thing in the morning such as Beauty and the Beast. I would advise registering at a less popular ride with a shorter queue first.

Cast members will ask to see documentary proof of the disabled person’s disability (see above).

They will photograph the disabled person and register their pass. They will also register/scan the passes of all the accompanying family/friends, so make sure everyone is there for registration.

After registration you will make your first ride Disability Reservation.

How do you make a Disability ride reservation at each ride?

Seek out any ride queue Cast Member who will direct you to the appropriate Cast Member. They usually hold a light stick.

The Cast Member will check the disabled person’s photograph on their system and ask the Carer of the disabled person questions to make sure the disabled person will be able to physically ride the ride and also be able to safely exit the ride in an emergency.

Appropriate questions will also be written in English etc. on cards, and will be about sitting, walking and navigating stairs capabilities.

They may ask if the disabled person is capable of being able to walk or be supported by your Carer out of a ride for safely.

You will be given a return time to come back to the ride so that you don’t have to wait in the queue. The return time will exactly equal the current ride queue time as signposted – a wait time identical to the current wait time for that ride queue.

You will then be free to leave to spend that time elsewhere instead of standing in a queue.

This process is not regarded as a fast pass like a Tokyo Disney paid Premier Pass or the USA Genie+ pass, but a queue place holder.

Can we do other rides whilst waiting for our disability ride return time?

Yes you can provided you can make it back in time (strictly within 15 minutes of your return time).

You should be able to book other ride passes such as a Premier or Priority Pass – you can certainly try. We had some success but also some system blocks.

You can do other rides queuing as a normal park pass guest, however you can only use your Disability Pass one ride at a time, and only once per ride.

Where do I go at my ride queue return time?

You go to the ride Priority Lane – the same place you go to if you have a paid Premier Pass or a 40th Anniversary Priority Pass.

Same as the other Tokyo Disney passes, you will have a pass with barcode listed on you official Tokyo Disney Resort App.

When you return, scan the barcode of your disabled ticket holder’s pass FIRST at the Premier Access/Priority Pass lane. Cast members will need to be notified that you are disabled entries and verify your disabled persons first scan pass with their own device. Then all other members of your party/family group scan as normal.

Watch my DAS return-time ride entry video

Watch how to use your disability return-time on our YouTube video.

What happens if I miss my return time or are running late?

You have up to 15 minutes ONLY after your return time passes to turn up to the ride. So you can arrive back up to fifteen minutes late after your stated DAS pass return time. Cast Members expect you to be on time. You cannot enter any earlier.

Will my Tokyo Disney Disabled Pass get me into Fantasy Springs?

Yes, Fantasy Springs is open to all and you can use your DAS pass on the rides there.

Can I use my DAS Pass to skip the queue for Fantasy Springs rides?

Yes, you can use your DAS pass for a return-time to use the Priority lanes.

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Okay I just did this last week.

You have to set it up each day at the park, at your first ride you need to use it.

At that time you will show your proof – being in US we showed a doctors letter.

They will scan tickets and get things set up for you. This will take at least five to ten minutes to do. And that’s if they don’t need to find someone else to do it.

After that it should be linked in the app and you’ll basically use it as a premier pass.

You will only have 30 minutes to use it after it is time.

At each ride they will have you confirm a series of saftey basically saying pass holder can evacuate in case of an emergency – they can walk down 200 stairs, climb a ladder, etc. Also that they can hold themselves up right m, things like that.

Next ride will be a little quicker but it still usually took 5 mins to get the return time, sometimes they had to find the right person, grab the book with instructions, etc.

I started keeping Google translate open and using the message “I need to get a disability access return time for my daughter.” Because asking verbally in English was not always immediately understood.

If you need a wheelchair it can get more complicated. We used a stroller as a wheelchair which was not always easy. – Cassie.

Our family is from the U.S. and just returned from Japan spending 4 days at Disneyland and DisneySea. We bought our tickets at full price and did not do a DAS discounted ticket. We used the DAS pass which allowed us to skip waiting in the queue line with everyone else but we still had to wait for the same amount of time outside the queue. To get the DAS pass we needed to show proof of my son’s ASD. To do this I had his primary care physician write a letter on her letterhead stating that my son has ASD and has a difficult time staying with the group and standing in line. Once inside the park, we went to the first attraction we wanted to ride and let them know we wanted to register for a DAS pass. They then asked to see the letter from his doctor and they scanned all of our tickets into a digital DAS pass that was now linked with our park tickets. We were then issued a return time. When that time came we would return to the Priority queue where our park tickets were scanned and we were admitted onto the attraction. To ride other attractions you then go to a cast member at each attraction you want to ride and ask for a DAS pass return time. The cast members have a transtator device which makes communicating with them really easy. They are all really helpful and once you do a few rides it becomes really easy. – Ann.

…we call it DAS disabilty access service. they will ask you to show proof (disability card, doctor’s note etc) that someone in your group has a disability.

after you enter the park, you go to any ride cast member and tell them that you will register for DAS. you show your proof and they take the picture of the person who has the disability. you do the registration once.

you have to tell the attraction cast member that you will use DAS, they will explain safety procedures and you get a return time.

you can do whatever you want while waiting for a return time. you can queue in line for a different ride. you can only use das for one ride at a time. – Group member.

Can I wait somewhere else instead of standing in line or queuing until boarding a ride?

Yes, if you are unable to stand or wait in a ride queue, there are separate ride waiting areas for conditions such as if you have a temporary disability (like a broken leg), are disabled, pregnant, wheelchair bound or elderly.

If you don’t have a DAS pass you will be separated from your group to wait in a special separate area and your group will wait in line as normal and then you can rejoin your party at their ride boarding time.

Can I bring food into Disneyland and DisneySea if we have strict dietary requirements?

Yes you can, and several park restaurants have microwaves available to you.

Are vegetarian meals available at Disney in Tokyo?

Yes, you can get vegetarian meals and a “Special Dietary Menu” at many park restaurants which avoid allergens.

Using a pram or stroller as a wheelchair

If you obtain a special sticker you can have your pram treated as a wheelchair which give you much closer access to rides. Like a wheelchair, staff will transport it to the end of rides for you to. You can also get access to special wheelchair viewing areas in theatres and at shows and parades.

You can get a Pram As A Wheelchair sticker from the monorail stations, official Disney Hotels and at the following locations iin each Tokyo Disney Park:

Tokyo Disneyland

• Stroller & Wheelchair Rentals
• Main Street House
• Cast Members at attractions and
  entertainment programs

Tokyo DisneySea

• Stroller & Wheelchair Rentals
• Guest Relations
• Cast Members at attractions and
  entertainment programs

Is there a special place for those in wheelchairs to view shows and parades?

Yes, and also for prams being used as wheelchairs. One group member has mentioned this area is open to all DAS pass holders. Contact nearby Cast Members to show you how and where to go to access it.

Can I use the Tokyo Disney Resort monorail or buses with a wheelchair?

Yes. There are elevators at each station, and carriage numbers 3 and 4 have spaces for wheelchairs. Staff can help with a ramp if necessary. Ramps are also available to board the free Disney Resort Cruiser bus service.

Where should I buy our other standard Tokyo Disney entry tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online also on the official website, or at the official third party discount seller Klook.

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Tokyo Disneyland Disability Resorces

A comprehensive English language Disability guide book is available to read here.

It includes a list of where to find disabled rest rooms in Disneyland and DisneySea, special dietary restaurants, and a detailed list of attractions and what abilities are required to ride them and which ones have elevators plus much more.

More disability and ride queue challenges information can be found on the offical TDL website here. and on their barrier free index here

Where can I buy Tokyo Disneyland Tickets online?

You can also read our guide on how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets online here.

Buy your Tokyo Disneyland tickets online here

Tokyo Disneyland Facebook Group

Love all things Tokyo Disneyland, or just have more questions? Join our 100k+ member Tokyo Disney Facebook Group here!

What’s the cheapest airline to get from Australia to Japan?

We partnered with Jetstar Australia to fly from Australia to Japan. Jetstar Australia offer cheap fares to Japan every day – check their website for their low Tokyo and Osaka fares and frequent sales!

Check Jetstar’s cheap Japan flights here

Further reading…

Read our blog about how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets here.

You can read more about Tokyo Disneylands best rides here.

You may also be interested in these other Disneyland holidays…

Read about our Aussie family Disneyland Park California holiday here.

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Firstly, if you haven’t read our Aussie family Disneyland Park feature, read it here.

Or our Australian family Disney California Adventure Park feature here.

Here are some handy tips for what, why and where to buy the right Disneyland tickets in Australia so that you can make the most of your time at Disneyland Resort…

One of the biggest questions on Aussie parent’s minds when planning a trip to Disneyland is where to buy cheap Disneyland tickets

Where can I buy Disneyland Tickets in Australia?

Our first stop for Disneyland tickets is Klook, an official Disneyland ticket seller.

Not only are Klook Disneyland tickets cheap, once purchased you always have them on you digitally on the Klook app. It’s a simple scan in process at the Disneyland entrance, skipping the queue for tickets.

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In Australia (and many other countries around the world) you can also buy your Disneyland Resort theme park tickets direct from a travel agent in your country, but you will be paying a premium. A travel agent can also include tickets in a Disneyland holiday package.

Which Disneyland tickets should I choose?

Disneyland Resort Multi-day tickets are the best choice if you’ve never been to Disneyland before.

Tickets are available singly into either theme park, or Disneyland Resort Park Hopper tickets allows you to cross between the two theme parks during the same visit. It’s simply a matter of walking across from one park to the other. It’s best to allow at least three days to cover both parks. Five or seven days are even better! Multi-day tickets and Park Hopper tickets can be great way to enjoy the two California Disney Resort parks.

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What is Disneyland Lightning Lane?

Disneyland Lightning lane is the current name for the Disneyland ride queue fast lane. A Lightning Lane pass allows you to bypass the long ride queues to go straight to the front of the queue.

There are two versions of Lightning Lane passes to choose from.

The Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and the Lightning Lane Single Pass.

What is the difference between Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass?

Formally known as Disneyland Fast Pass and Disney Genie, there are now two new Disney Lightning Lane systems – here’s the simple explanation of how they work. Remember, you must have a valid Disneyland day ticket and park reservation first!

How does Lightning Lane Multi Pass work?

1. For several selected rides at Disneyland and California Adventure
2. For one use per ride
3. Book the next available ride window
4. Get free Disneyland photo benefits
5. Buy either in advance (can buy from Klook) or in the park, but limited availability

How does Lightning Lane Single Pass work?

1. For the following two rides only:
   1. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disneyland
   2. Radiator Springs Racers in California Adventure
2. Both of the above 2 rides are not included in the Lightning Lane Multi Pass
3. Use one time only on one ride
4. Book the next available ride window
5. Buy once you are inside the theme park using the Disneyland app (if available)
6. You can buy both if you like, but only one per ride is allowed per day.

Is Disney Lightning Lane worth it?

Yes! One thing is for certain – your Disneyland time is precious – and valuable. You may have traveled half-way around the world to visit Disneyland. You need to make the most of your time whilst you are there – this is no time to try and save a few dollars! So, it makes good sense to spend a bit more on a Disney Lightning Lane and streamline your Disneyland ride and entertainment experiences.

Disney Lightning Lane may seem like an extra expense, but even if you are only visiting Disneyland Resort for a limited number of days, you should definitely consider upgrading your standard ticket to a Lightning Lane pass for a more efficient visit.

What is Disneyland Early Entry?

As a bonus, when you stay at an official Disneyland Resort Hotel you get access to the Disneyland 30-minute early entry to one of the two Disneyland theme parks every day of your hotel stay. This is a really good reason to stay at a Disneyland Hotel. That’s a 30 minute head-start on other Disneyland visitors, which is a great advantage when it comes to the most busy rides at Disneyland! You do still need to have a valid park ticket and have booked a park reservation.

Which days are early entry for Disneyland Park for hotel guests?

Disneyland Park are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Which days are early entry for California Adventure for hotel guests?

Disney California Adventure Park are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

Download the Disneyland Apps

In preparation for your days at Disney Resort, download the Disney Resort App before you go at the App Store and Google Play. The Play Disney Parks App. is another Disney family essential.

The Disneyland Resort App is essential to make the most of your Disney days. Us this app for entry, Lightning Lane, live navigational maps, to find out ride wait times, event information and even where Disney characters are going to appear! Your photo pass ride photos can also be loaded into your app as you make your way around the theme parks.

In the USA or Japan, you can also use the Disney Parks App to purchase park tickets. We decided we wanted an extra day at Disneyland before flying home to Australia, and bought tickets using the Disneyland App.

The Disneyland Resort Play App comes in very handy if you are waiting in line for a ride, as families can use it to play Disney games together! It keeps everyone entertained and is a lot of fun.

Can I connect my paper Disneyland ticket to the App?

Yes you can. It’s a good idea to link your Disneyland Resort ticket to the Disneyland App on your phone before your visit, however you can do this anytime, such as after receiving your ticket (if you bought tickets online) at the gate.

Ticketing and Lightning Lane work seamlessly within the Disneyland Resort App on your smart phone via a scannable barcode system.

How do I scan my Disneyland tickets into the app?

Watch my step-by-step video which shows you how to scan your Disneyland California tickets into the official Disneyland App .

Does holding a Disneyland ticket guarantee entry?

No. Like any other theme park, Disneyland has the potential to reach a maximum number of Guests in the park.

As there is still a park date reservation system being used in California Disney, it’s important you reserve the dates you wish to visit if this isn’t automatically included with your admission pass.

Do you still need to reserve your Disneyland date of visit in 2025?

Yes. This is managed by the Disneyland reservation system, which you can only make after you have bought a Disneyland ticket.

Therefore, at peak times such as USA holidays and weekends, it’s highly recommended that if your reservation isn’t included automatically with your Disneyland ticket, that you make your reservations early.

How do I reserve Disneyland tickets?

Watch my step-by-step instruction video which shows how to reserve your Disneyland California tickets.

Where to stay when visiting California Disneyland Resort

Disneyland is located around 45 minutes drive from LAX in the city of Anaheim, so it’s important to stay in Anaheim so that you aren’t wasting your precious Disney time commuting each day.

You can find a comprehensive listing of all hotels surrounding Disneyland in my guide here.

Whilst in Anaheim our family stayed in the Anaheim Marriot Suites, in Garden Grove. Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant hotel is the perfect base for any Disneyland family holiday. Find out more about the Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel here.

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Contact your travel agent to book your own magical Disneyland Resort Holiday. More information can be found at Disneyland.com.au

You may also be interested in Tokyo Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Orlando…

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You may also be interested in reading…

Read all about the three exciting California destinations, including Disneyland, we visited in one trip here!

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A holiday to Tokyo Disneyland can be a lot of fun, but like any overseas holiday it can put a strain on finances! With some small cost-cutting measures you can still have a great Tokyo Disney holiday without stressing out over the credit card bills when you return home.

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Cheap flights can go a long way towards saving money, which you can then perhaps use on the more fun things like souvenirs!

Another major trip cost can be accommodation, so it can certainly help the wallet by choosing a hotel with added perks – like Happy Entry (Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels only) and free shuttle bus transportation to the Disney Parks!

Here is a list of hotels with free shuttle buses to either the Tokyo Disney Parks or Tokyo Disney Resort Line monorail. Many of the official Disney hotels also offer a free shuttle bus to and from Maihama train station at Disneyland.

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Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels

This map is from the official Tokyo Disney Resort website, and shows all the locations of the official Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels. It’s the best location map to use, as it shows the accurate proximities to the two park entrances.

Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel

Free shuttle bus to both Tokyo Disney Resort Parks.
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
No transfer bus from Tokyo Celebration Hotel to/from Narita Airport.

Check Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel availability here

Tokyo Disney Toy Story Hotel

No shuttle bus to the Tokyo Disney Parks, walk to monorail station across the road to access both Parks (fee).
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
Airport transfer: Narita Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥2,300, Child: ¥1,150.

Check Tokyo Disney Toy Story Hotel availability here

Tokyo Disney Ambassador Hotel

Free shuttle bus to both Tokyo Disney Resort Parks – can also walk to Disney Sea (10 minutes) or walk through the Ikspiari Shopping Mall and on to Tokyo Disneyland (20 minutes) (or to the monorail station at Resort Gateway (10 minutes) to access both parks).
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price pop Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
Airport transfer: Narita Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥2,300, Child: ¥1,150.

Check Tokyo Disney Ambassador Hotel availability here

Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

No shuttle bus to the Tokyo Disney Parks, walk to monorail station at hotel rear to access DisneySea (fee).
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
Airport transfer: Narita Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥2,300, Child: ¥1,150.

Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta

No shuttle bus to the Tokyo Disney Parks, walk to monorail station past entrance gates to access Disneyland (fee).
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
Airport transfer: Narita Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥2,300, Child: ¥1,150.

Check Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta availability here

Tokyo Disney Fantasy Springs Hotel

No shuttle bus to the Tokyo Disney Parks, walk to monorail station across the road to access both Parks (fee).
Airport transfer: Haneda Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥1,300, Child: ¥650.
Airport transfer: Narita Airport transfer Limo Bus – Price Adult: ¥2,300, Child: ¥1,150.

Check Tokyo Disney Fantasy Springs Hotel availability here

Tokyo Disney Official Hotels

These Tokyo Disney Resort Official Hotels (so these are other hotel brands, not Disney Hotels – a common misunderstanding!) all offer a free shuttle bus to the Disney Resort Line monorail Bayside Station and the main bus stop at Maihama Station near Disneyland.

Tokyo Disney Partner Hotels

Tokyo Disney Good Neighbor Hotels

Tokyo mobile phone internet data eSims

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Other nearby Tokyo Disney hotels with a shuttle

Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay

Free Shuttle bus service to both Tokyo Disney parks and the train station.

Check Hyatt Regency Tokyo Bay availability here

Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay

Complimentary shuttle bus service to both Tokyo Disney Resort Parks and the Shin Urayasu Railway Station.

Check Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay availability here

Henn na Maihama Hotel

Complimentary shuttle to Disney Parks.

Check Henn na Maihama Hotel availability here

Hotel Mystays Maihama

Free shuttles to Tokyo Disney Resort and Maihama Station.

Check Hotel Mystays Maihama availability here

Hiyori Hotel Maihama

Shuttle bus to Maihama JR train station near Tokyo Disneyland.

Check Hiyori Hotel Maihama availability here

Comfort Suites Tokyo Bay

Shuttle bus to both Tokyo Disney Parks but drop off points aren’t as close.

Check Comfort Suites Tokyo Bay availability here

The Royal Park Hotel Maihama

Shuttles to Disneyland and Disney Sea.

Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia

Shuttle to Disneyland/Maihama or possible shuttle/walk to Disney Sea.

Check Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia availability here

Hotel Honorable Mention

Hotel Dream Gate (at Maihama Station)

Walking distance from the Maihama Station to Tokyo Disneyland is approximately 10 minutes.

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Tokyo Disneyland Facebook Group

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LEGOLAND Shanghai opened on July 5, 2025, but for anyone attempting to book tickets or a stay at the Shanghai LEGOLAND Hotel from overseas, it’s presenting quite the challenge!

With the main website, app and all social channels based in China, finding out any information can be difficult! Never fear – I’ve picked up my Sherlock Holmes magnifying glass to see just what’s possible so far!

Is Legoland Shanghai the same as the Legoland Discovery Centre?

No, don’t confuse the new Legoland Shanghai theme park and Hotel with the smaller Legoland Discovery Centre, which is an established Legoland attraction also located in Shanghai.

What is at the LEGOLAND Shanghai theme park?

Legoland Shanghai is the world’s biggest Legoland theme park. Designed for families with children aged 2-12, it has eight separate sections or “worlds” offering 75 different attractions and restaurants.

When is the best time to visit Shanghai LEGOLAND?

Weekdays are a great time to visit when crowds are low. Avoid any Chinese public or school holidays. Queues are reported at being around 5 minutes during the school week.

What is the price of Shanghai LEGOLAND Tickets?

At 8th December 2025, Klook LEGOLAND Shanghai tickets cost:

Adults
$50.25USD
$75.65AUD

Child or Senior:
$39.61USD
$59.65AUD

How do I buy LEGOLAND Shanghai Tickets?

You can purchase Shanghai Legoland tickets in the app or it’s easy to buy LEGOLAND Shanghai Tickets from Klook internationally and get up to 10% off by using my Klook discount code:

LETSGOMUMKLOOK at checkout.

Is there a LEGOLAND VIP Experience?

No, however Klook are offering a 10-hour Shanghai Legoland Resort tour for groups of 6-20 people at the Resort. You can also get up to 10% off by using my Klook discount code:

LETSGOMUMKLOOK at checkout.

Book your Shanghai Legoland Resort group tour here.

What is the Shanghai LEGOLAND Hotel like?

Legoland Shanghai Resort features its own Legoland Hotel with five different LEGO themed rooms. LEGO MONKIE KID, LEGO CITY, LEGO CASTLE, LEGO FRIENDS and LEGO NINJAGO®.

You will get early entry to the theme park by staying in the official Shanghai LEGOLAND Hotel.

How much does a stay at the LEGOLAND Hotel cost?

Whilst Legoland Shanghai is the biggest Legoland theme park in the world, it isn’t the cheapest. LEGOLAND Hotel room prices start from around $750 AUD twin-share. Most rooms only sleep 4 people, with bunk beds for kids under 13 years. The bed capacity understandably caters to the average size Chinese family.

Where can I book the Shanghai LEGOLAND Hotel?

You can currently book the LEGOLAND Hotel in Shanghai on Trip.com here or using the Legoland Shanghai app (only downloadable in China). Currently other major accommodation websites either list Legoland Shanghai but have no booking options, or don’t list it at all.

You can also get up to 10% off by using my Klook discount code:

LETSGOMUMKLOOK at checkout.

How do I download the LEGOLAND Shanghai app?

You can access the Shanghai Legoland App by downloading the WeChat App and searching with the following text: 上海乐高乐园
You won’t be able to see waiting times on the map until you are in China.

Who owns Legoland Shanghai?

Legoland Shanghai is owned by the UK company Merlin Entertainments (who also run all the other Legoland parks globally), and is a collaboration with the Shanghai Jinshan District local government.

Where is Legoland Shanghai located?

Legoland Shanghai is in the outlying Shanghai area. It is over an hour’s drive from The Bund in Shanghai City. Legoland Shanghai is located one hour’s drive from Shanghai Disneyland.

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How do I get to Shanghai Legoland?

There are several options. You can take a Taxi or Uber, hire a car or you can opt for a direct service. You can also get up to 10% off by using my Klook discount code:

LETSGOMUMKLOOK at checkout.

Here are some options from Klook:

Shanghai Legoland 1 day tour (join group)
Shanghai Legoland Resort Private Tour 1 Day (with optional comfortable chartered car round-trip transportation)
Private Shanghai Airports or Shanghai Downtown transfer

What is the LEGOLAND Shanghai address?

The Legoland Shanghai address is Address:
No.999, Lebin Road, Fengjing Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai, China.

How far is LEGOLAND Shanghai from Shanghai Disneyland?

Legoland Shanghai is 77 kilometres or one hour’s drive from Shanghai Disneyland.

What is the closest airport to LEGOLAND Shanghai?

Legoland Shanghai’s nearest airport is Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai.

How far is LEGOLAND Shanghai from Hongqiao airport?

LEGOLAND Shanghai is 57kms or one hour’s drive from Hongqiao International Airport.

How far is LEGOLAND Shanghai from The Bund in Shanghai City?

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Legoland Shanghai is 70kms and 1 hour and fifteen minutes’ drive to The Bund area in Shanghai and one hour twenty minutes’ drive from People’s Square.

How do I contact Legoland Shanghai?

It’s complicated! Whilst I could see tickets already for sale on Klook, trying to book the Legoland Shanghai Hotel was a whole other matter entirely!

What is the Legoland Shanghai phone number?

I tried to phone the new LEGOLAND in Shanghai. An answering machine picked up which after choosing the English option (thank goodness there was one) directed me to put in a request from their website. Unfortunately, I received no response after several weeks, so there is still quite a gap with English speaking enquiries.

Have you had difficulty trying to find out information or book the Legoland Shanghai amusement park? Tell me in the comments below!

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Our family are already big LEGO fans, but you don’t need to love LEGO to enjoy a visit to LEGOLAND with your family.

We’d already been lucky enough to visit LEGOLAND in California in 2020 and Legoland Windsor in 2025, so we knew that if LEGOLAND Malaysia was anything like it, it would be a whole lot of fun. The Malaysian LEGOLAND definitely didn’t disappoint!

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Why take your Australian family to Malaysia LEGOLAND?

Malaysia LEGOLAND is Asia’s first LEGOLAND and Malaysia’s first international theme park. Themed to the hilt, the bright colours, happy atmosphere, boppy music and fun rides all mean there’s a lot to love there!

LEGOLANDs are great fun for every member of your family, from youngest to oldest. If your family love theme parks and like LEGO, then you’re going to absolutely love LEGOLAND Malaysia!

LEGOLAND Malaysia is only one hour from Singapore

Singapore has a huge amount of family fun to offer, and LEGOLAND makes the perfect Singapore side trip because it only takes one hour to get there from Changi Airport. We came straight from our hotel in Singapore, the Yotel Orchard – a super modern and fun hotel located right at Orchard Road.

Read our How to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore guide here. or watch the video here.

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If you just want to book a bus trip you can buy tickets on Klook here. If you want to see what catching the LEGOLAND bus from the Singapore Flyer is like? Watch our video here!

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LEGOLAND Malaysia is good value for Australian families

Malaysian hotels are cheaper than Singapore ones. A stay at the LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel is comparable to a three to four-star hotel in Singapore but the fun factor is much higher for families. So you can swap out one of your Singapore nights at LEGOLAND Malaysia like we did and it doesn’t cost you any more than your Singapore hotel would have!

Even though prices are cheaper in Malaysia, the LEGOLAND Malaysia resort is still a top-quality LEGOLAND resort with a great reputation as one of the world’s best theme parks.

The LEGOLAND theme park tickets represent good value in comparison to other LEGOLANDS. In addition, extra offers can be found throughout the resort. Take advantage of restaurant family deals to help stretch your Aussie dollar – or should I say, Malaysian Rinngit – further! Look at this spread we got for less than $40 – plus we got icecreams too! (We ended up with too much food actually, but we missed breakfast this day, so we did do it justice!)

What is at LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort?

The LEGOLAND Malaysia resort complex is made up of a large, themed hotel plus several attractions – all within easy walking distance of each other.

LEGOLAND Malaysia Hotel

Read our full LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel review here.

The huge official LEGO themed hotel towers over the complex with its LEGO block facade on the outside and fully themed interior. From the moment you enter the main lobby to check in you realise that this is no ordinary hotel – on the contrary, it’s a LEGO lover kid’s dream!

LEGOLAND Malaysia themed rooms

When booking a hotel room, you can choose from your favourite LEGO theme.

LEGOLAND themed rooms are an absolute delight and great fun to stay in. More like apartments, there is a main bedroom, a kid’s bunk room and bathroom.

Large LEGO figures decorate your room. From the walls to the quilt covers to the carpet, everything is awesome inside your LEGO hotel themed room!

There’s an entertainment schedule and roaming LEGOLAND characters to grab a photograph with. Up on the rooftop you’ll find a LEGO themed resort swimming pool with gorgeous views over the lush Malaysian countryside.

From the LEGO castle cubby and brick pits in the main lobby to the magical light and sound elevators and the huge family restaurant full of large LEGO statue installations – a stay at the LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel is an absolute must during your visit for the complete LEGOLAND experience.

Read our full LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel review here!

What is there to do at LEGOLAND Malaysia?

There are three main attractions at Malaysia LEGOLAND, all surrounding the LEGO hotel.

The Sea Life LEGOLAND aquarium is situated next door to the Hotel, and features a glass tunnel walk through.

The LEGOLAND water park has numerous themed water slides located across from the Hotel, on one side of the theme park.

By far, the main attraction at LEGOLAND Malaysia is the large LEGOLAND theme park, featuring numerous rides, displays and shows.

With so much on offer, you could easily spend a couple of days exploring the Malaysia LEGOLAND hotel and attractions.

What ages is LEGOLAND best suited for?

Unlike many other big theme parks, LEGOLAND is designed with small children in mind – but it’s not exclusive to them! Specifically, LEGOLAND fashions their park around children aged from 2 years old up to 12 years old (so, toddlers, preschoolers and primary school aged kids).

Even though several of the 40 rides and activities at LEGOLAND Malaysia are targeted towards young children, there is still a plethora of fantastic rides and entertainment to suit all ages.

Is LEGOLAND Malaysia good for adults?

In addition to the numerous families at LEGOLAND we also saw adults without kids, particularly couples and groups of friends. This is because the park itself is really entertaining and has a lot to offer everyone.

As both a parent, and an adult I really enjoyed our time there. I love LEGOLAND! It’s pure, unadulterated childhood fun that everyone loves – whether you are a LEGO fan, or not!

What can teenagers do at LEGOLAND?

Even though my kids are both teenagers now, we all agree that Malaysia LEGOLAND was a big highlight of what was already an epic Asian family holiday.

There are lots of rides that tweens, teenagers and parents can all enjoy together at LEGOLAND Malaysia. My girls (14 and 16 years old during our visit) say LEGOLAND is cool!

How many rides are at LEGOLAND Malaysia?

There are over 40 rides at LEGOLAND Malaysia, separated into 8 different themed worlds that are spread along a large walking circuit. Along the way you’ll also find restaurants, shows, characters, shops and other park features.

There are both fast-paced and slow and gentle rides at LEGOLAND.

Are there any thrill rides at the LEGOLAND theme park?

We rode and enjoyed several big thrill rides at LEGOLAND including Dino-Island – a breath-taking water flume plunge ride, the Ninjago laser shooting ride, a fast water carriage ride, and several exciting roller coasters.

In addition to the LEGOLAND rides, you can enjoy slow themed carriage and boat rides and enchanting walk-through LEGO displays.

Kids love to take part in LEGO building opportunities and workshop areas such as the LEGOLAND Academy.

A LEGOLAND cinema shows 4D movies, and a theatre performs live theatre shows each day starring Ninjago and LEGO Princess characters.

There’s a huge LEGO miniature countries display area situated within the centre of the park, which can also be seen from the colourful LEGOLAND train.

A favourite ride of mine was the large observation tower, “The Tower” which gently rises up to slowly rotate as it showcases beautiful views across the lush city-meets-jungle surroundings.

It’s the perfect opportunity to take a short break from all the running around and excitement. Grab an ice-cream or cool drink to take up with you so you can relax and take in the view whilst enjoying refreshments at the same time!

The huge LEGO gift shop at the front entrance has more LEGO than you’ve probably ever seen in one place! It’s hard not to walk out with at least one little set, and some are unique to LEGOLAND Malaysia.

All in all, it took us around four hours to circumnavigate the whole theme park. If we had had little ones with us, it could easily have been a full day out.

What are the LEGOLAND rides height limit?

A few rides at LEGOLAND are too small for adults, and some rides are too big for small children. Height guides are at the entrances to rides that have height minimums and maximus. There are plenty of English-speaking ride attendants to help supervise height limits.

LEGOLAND Malaysia weather

We visited Singapore and Malaysia during August and it was very hot and humid – you definitely need to keep your fluids up and drink plenty of water. We became connoisseurs of constant iced drinks! Malaysia enjoys a tropical climate, so it stays warm, humid and often rainy all year round. Just go with it – you’re in a different climate and on holiday – different is always a novelty!

Is it safe to go to Malaysia LEGOLAND?

Basic care and caution is always your friend when traveling. I’m sure I’m telling you the obvious here, but in Malaysia and elsewhere, terrorism is always a possibility. Always be sure to follow any Malaysia government directives or advice in the event of an emergency and consult with the Australian Embassy.

Before you go anywhere, always check the Australian Government Smartraveller website . They know which countries are a heightened risk to your safety. At the current time (January 2023), their advice is that visitors to Malaysia are advised to exercise normal safety precautions.

LEGOLAND Malaysia felt very safe to visit – it really felt a lot like a standard western theme park. Everyone spoke English everywhere. Everything was clean, neat and well-maintained. Quality food and water was always available to purchase.

Do I need cash for Legoland Malaysia?

No you don’t need Malaysian cash if you are just visiting Legoland Malaysia. Credit cards are readily accepted. The only thing you need cash for is if you are going shopping outside of the parks, or if you want to buy a copper press coin inside the park. Cash can be obtained from the ATM at the front entrance.

Helpful English-speaking staff are dotted all around LEGOLAND to answer any questions or concerns visitors might have, too.

The hotel was also very clean and comfortable, and the atmosphere overall at LEGOLAND Malaysia was a warm and welcoming one.

Plan your trip to LEGOLAND Malaysia!

Discounted LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel rooms

I actually found the cheapest LEGOLAND Hotel room deal on a hotel comparison website instead of booking directly with LEGOLAND, so it may be worth checking first – it saved me almost $100 a night! Read more in our LEGOLAND Hotel review here.

The cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets were on Klook

I like to shop around for the cheapest prices always, so I researched prices on the official LEGOLAND website, the third party app Pelago and the third party app Klook.

I purchased through Klook as it had the cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets. I also liked that you could downloaded the Klook app to your phone and then have your purchased tickets easily accessible digitally. I bought several of our Singapore attractions tickets on Klook, so it worked really well for me during our Singapore family holiday.

Another benefit was that the ticket codes meant no standing around in lines – you can go straight to the express entrance gates to be scanned in. So you can skip the queues!

You can buy competitively priced LEGOLAND Malaysia and other Singapore family attraction tickets on Klook here

LEGOLAND Malaysia is closed on Wednesdays

LEGOLAND Malaysia completely closed on Wednesdays, and the LEGOLAND Water Park is closed on Tuesdays.

Go to LEGOLAND Malaysia on a weekday

LEGOLAND Malaysia is most quiet on weekdays. We went on a Monday and it was extremely quiet, with no queueing for rides. LEGOLAND staff told me that weekends are apparently very busy, so it’s good to avoid weekends for your visit if possible.

The LEGOLAND Hotel was moderately busy even on a Monday, however the LEGOLAND Hotel is a big part of the experience, so do try to stay there if possible!

You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

How do you get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?

We flew our sponsor airline Jetstar Australia from Sydney to Singapore and from there caught transfers to LEGOLAND Malasia. You can read all about how to organise your own family trip from Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia in our guide here.

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A LEGOLAND Hotel stay is fantastic fun

You truly shouldn’t even contemplate a visit to any LEGOLAND without spending at least one night in a LEGOLAND Hotel, and Malaysia LEGOLAND Hotel is no exception!

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LEGOLAND Malaysia have one huge LEGOLAND hotel set right in the middle of the surrounding attractions. You can’t miss it – because it looks as though it’s constructed out of gigantic LEGOBLOCKS! Huge LEGO figures guard the entrance doors and make for really wonderful family photos, too!

Everything is Awesome!

One of our absolute favourite hotel stays anywhere, LEGOLAND Hotels are exactly as the LEGO song says – Everything Is Awesome!

They are themed to the max – absolutely everything, from the walls to the carpet to the lobby to the hotel pool to the very food you eat in the restaurant is – well – LEGO! Or at least, it looks like it. You don’t need to love LEGO to get completely caught up in the fun of a stay inside a LEGOLAND Hotel. It’s a destination all of its own.

LEGOLAND Hotel Lobby

From the moment you enter the main lobby to check in you realise that this is no ordinary hotel. It truly is a LEGO lover’s dream!

The Lobby is covered in play areas. Scattered big LEGO pits for random LEGO building, a giant LEGO castle and pirate ship to play in, and the most LEGO minifigs you’ve ever seen in your life along the wall at Hotel Reception. Good luck getting your kids out of the Lobby. Even my teenagers were engrossed in LEGO building when it was time to leave!

Free Entertainment

Check your schedule as soon as you arrive, because although the LEGOLAND theme park, water park and SeaLife Aquarium are the main attractions at LEGOLAND Malaysia, there’s also free entertainment happening in the LEGOLAND Hotel too, as part of your stay! Keep an eye out for LEGO characters wandering around for you to pose with for photographs too!

A gift shop is inside the hotel

Leaving in the morning but you were too busy to find time for the huge LEGO shop in the LEGOLAND theme park? Never fear, there’s a gift shop off the hotel lobby with after-hours time slots too! Keep your eyes open for the exclusive LEGOLAND Malaysia LEGO sets for a truly unique souvenir!

The LEGOLAND elevators

Get ready for a magical ride up to your room, because the LEGOLAND lifts are boppy, musical fun with lights and sounds galore. We had a disco rule that you had to dance every time you got into the lift – it was hilarious good fun, and what other hotel can you do that in and not look just a little crazy?!

Our LEGOLAND Premium Adventure themed room

I don’t care how old you are – lying under a LEGO quilt cover gazing out at LEGO themed walls, carpet and LEGO figures and models on the walls is darn fun! That’s what you’ll get with a Premium LEGO room.

Pay the little bit extra for premium or deluxe if you can, as you’ll get more luxurious decorations and more LEGO figurines in your room. Remember, your child will never be this young again, and they will love their stay even more with their very own LEGO decorations to sleep next to.

I have to admit, it gave me a bit of a thrill too – staying at a LEGOLAND Hotel is a magical experience for any LEGO-loving family, young or old!

LEGOLAND rooms are more like suites

LEGOLAND themed rooms have a main bedroom for parents with a TV, desk, chair and telephone, and a bunk room for up to three children with their own TV. It’s not an ordinary bunk bed of course – it’s covered in LEGO pictures, LEGO decorations and there’s even themed LEGO figures.

My girls are tall teenagers, and they fit the bunk beds just fine, too. A trundle pulls out for a third child if needed.

Our room had two big and two child sized robes to borrow and slippers to keep. There were abundant tea and coffee facilities supplied too.

What themed rooms are available at LEGOLAND Malaysia?

Themed rooms include Pirate themed, Adventure themed (our room – think Egypt and Indianna Jones), Ninjago themed and Kingdom themed (medieval times like knights, princes and princesses). Read more about all the different themes and deluxe add-ons at the LEGOLAND My (LEGOLAND Malaysia) official website here.

LEGOLAND hotel bathrooms are also themed

It’s not just limited to the bedrooms though – oh no. Even the ensuite is LEGO themed – how fun is that?! There’s nothing quite like taking a shower surrounded by LEGO  – it’s just so much fun! There’s a child sized bathroom sink as well as an adult sized one too.

Also included are toothbrushes and toothpaste, shampoos and conditioner and soap.

A mysterious locked LEGOLAND Hotel room safe!

Just like LEGOLAND California, LEGOLAND Malaysia also has a mysterious coded safe in their hotel rooms – guarded by a LEGO animal figure! How do you find the safe padlock code? And what’s inside?

It may or may not be a little surprise gift for each of your little LEGO fans when they solve the supplied clues! (Or you can just ring reception if you get stuck and they’ll give you the code!)

The LEGOLAND Hotel swimming pool shouldn’t be missed

Bring your swimsuits with you! It may seem like you are already pressed for time with so much fun on offer, but you really should allow some time for the LEGOLAND Malaysia LEGO themed hotel swimming pool. It’s the perfect place to cool off in the tropical Malaysian climate.

Up on the roof top with gorgeous views across the surrounding Malaysian high-rises-meets-jungle, this is a truly beautiful hotel pool experience.

There’s a smaller kiddie pool adjoining the big swimming pool too, with floatie jackets to wear and giant pieces of foam LEGO to play with (what else, of course!).

The LEGOLAND Malaysia family restaurant

Just like the hotel itself, eating in the huge family restaurant is an experience in itself.

Full of large LEGO statue installations, eating at the restaurant is worth it just to see them. Everywhere you wander in the restaurant there’s a comical set of huge LEGO figures stuck in hilarious poses – tripping over, dodging pancakes….it’s so fun!

Purchase the family dinner deal for an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner of everything you can imagine, including lots of Western kid’s meal favourites like chicken nuggets and chips.

If you have a fussy eater, there’s lots of fried kids food choices, as well as basics like bread and rice – even green rice! There’s plenty of cooked vegetables, fruit and of course lots of yummy desserts too!

Breakfast has all the standard western food choices (so Australian brekky favs) like cereal, toast, pancakes, eggs and lots more.

You’ll find a cafe outside of the main restaurant too for mum and dad to get their barista coffee or tea fix and a nice cake to go down with it – and of course there is a whole other LEGO play area right there too, so you may actually get to finish your coffee – lovely!

A stay at the LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel is an absolute must during your visit for the complete LEGOLAND experience – you and especially your kids will be so happy you did!

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Discounted LEGOLAND Malaysia rooms

How much does it cost to stay in a LEGOLAND Hotel?

Less than you think! The Malaysian LEGOLAND Hotel is good value for money, costing around the same as a three to four star Singapore hotel. So if you swap one of your Singapore nights for a side-trip to LEGOLAND, the hotel is about the same cost as you would have paid in Singapore – but you’ll have a lot more hotel fun!

Where I booked our discounted LEGOLAND Hotel room

I found the cheapest LEGOLAND Hotel room deal on the Agoda hotel comparison website instead of booking directly with LEGOLAND Malaysia, so it’s definitely worth checking first – it saved me almost $100 a night, and I booked it less than a week before we went! Our Premium Adventure Room cost me $333.93 AUD for one night in August 2022.

What days is LEGOLAND Malaysia closed on?

Keep in mind that LEGOLAND Malaysia closed on Wednesdays, and the LEGOLAND Water Park is closed on Tuesdays, so plan around those days depending on what you want to see and do. 

Our Malaysia LEGOLAND theme park review

Malaysia LEGOLAND is a brilliant family theme park. Read our LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park review here.

The cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park tickets I found were on Klook

Klook had the cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets I could find.

You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

How far is LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?

LEGOLAND makes a great Singapore side trip. It only takes one hour to drive from Changi Airport to LEGOLAND Malaysia, and whilst there is a border crossing involved it’s not a difficulty. We trialed getting there from Singapore by private driver and also the daily LEGOLAND coach from the Singapore Flyer and videoed the whole experience. Read our How to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore guide here.

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How do you get from Australia to LEGOLAND Malaysia?

We flew our sponsor airline Jetstar Australia from Sydney to Singapore and from there caught transfers to LEGOLAND Malasia. Jetstar Australia have several flights to Singapore every week.

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Well run, good quality and good value as a bonus, LEGOLAND Malaysia makes a fun and exciting holiday side trip from Singapore. But if you’re like me, you like to do your research first – particularly if you are taking your kids to a foreign country.

We test-ran two of the main ways to get your family to LEGOLAND from Singapore – here’s how it went!

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You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

Watch our Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia bus video

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You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

Watch our LEGOLAND to Singapore private car trip here!

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A lot of Australians want to visit LEGOLAND during their Singapore holiday – but for many, it may seem a little daunting. Where exactly is it? Is it hard to get there? Are you allowed to go to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?

We found that even as a family with teenagers, a visit to Malaysia LEGOLAND is definitely well-worth the effort. Once you’ve got the logistics worked out, it’s really quite easy to get yourself and your fellow LEGO lovers singing “Everything is Awesome!” in beautiful LEGOLAND Malaysia in no time!

Is there a LEGOLAND in Singapore?!

No, there isn’t a LEGOLAND in Singapore – but there is a LEGOLAND very close to Singapore!

It was just a week before we left for our Singapore trip when I learned that there was a LEGOLAND near to Singapore. Upon further research I found it was actually in a neighbouring country – Malaysia. But how exactly do you get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?!

Can you drive from Singapore to Malaysia?

Despite Singapore being an island, thanks to two long bridges across the water that separates the two countries – the Johor Strait – you can actually drive from Singapore to Malaysia LEGOLAND! No ferries to Malaysia and LEGOLAND are needed! But what is needed is specific vehicles with cross-border permission.

Being only one hour’s drive away from Singapore Airport, it seemed really doable to me. I was determined to make a trip to LEGOLAND Malaysia happen!

LEGOLAND Malaysia makes a great Singapore day trip or overnight trip

I shuffled our still-rough Singapore itinerary around (no mean feat when the Singapore attractions we were visiting were closed on certain days!) so that we had a whole free day and night. Then I started researching how to get myself and my girls to Malaysian LEGOLAND.

Can you go to LEGOLAND Malaysia as a day trip from Singapore?

Yes. As Malaysia LEGOLAND is only one hour’s drive away from Singapore, it’s definitely possible to visit LEGOLAND Malaysia as a day trip from Singapore.

The LEGOLAND bus arrives mid-morning at leaves at at 5:15pm in the afternoon. So you do miss out on some afternoon/evening fun time. A private car trip would give you extra time, as you can choose pick up time.

That said, I wouldn’t recommend doing LEGOLAND as a day trip from Singapore if you have a night to spare. The reason being that then your kids would be missing out on staying at one of the most fun hotels for kids in the world, Malaysia’s LEGOLAND Hotel! And Unlike some other theme park main hotels, a night or two at the LEGOLAND Malaysia Hotel isn’t hugely expensive.

Malaysia LEGOLAND hotel rates are reasonable in comparison to Singapore hotels – so it’s not costing you any more than staying in Singapore for the night. (LEGOLAND in Malaysia is even cheaper to stay in than California LEGOLAND, but it’s just as fun!)

How far is LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore?

LEGOLAND Malaysia is located in Iskandar Puteri in Johor, Malaysia, a neighboring country of Singapore in South-East Asia.

Singapore is an island. It’s connected to the Malaysia mainland via two long bridges spanning the Johor Strait. The bridge we crossed to get to LEGOLAND was named the Johor-Singapore Causeway.

Iskandar Puteri where LEGOLAND is located is 30 minute’s drive from the Malaysian city of Johor Bahru.

LEGOLAND Malaysia is around a 45 minute drive from the Singapore central business district.

LEGOLAND is around one hour’s drive from Singapore’s Changi Airport. Changi Airport is the huge international airport you will fly into from Australia (if you can, allow some extra time to explore this amazing airport’s family attractions!).

How far is LEGOLAND Malaysia from Kuala Lumpur?

LEGOLAND Malaysia is three and a half hours drive from Kuala Lumpur. So LEGOLAND Malaysia is actually located a lot closer to Singapore.

Crossing the Singapore-Malaysia border

The travel times I’ve mentioned from Singapore don’t take into account any possible delays at the Singapore-Malaysia land border checks, which can be hard to predict – anywhere from about twenty minutes all together, to maybe taking an hour or more.

There are two customs checkpoints either side of the Johor Strait bridges – one for each country.

On our trip, we went straight through each of the border checkpoints with no delay either way. It took around five to ten minutes at each check point.

My family test-ran two ways to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore

I decided we would try the two main ways to get from Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia and back, so that I could let you know which worked best. We took a coach there and a private car back.

Both ways have their advantages and disadvantages, but each were safe, effective ways to go. They did differ in price, and so convenience. My comparison between the two ways to get to LEGOLAND from Singapore is coming up!

Things you need to know before you go to LEGOLAND Malaysia

The following information is everything I found out about traveling to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore and back, visiting the main theme park and staying overnight at the LEGOLAND Hotel – which I highly recommend.

Our LEGOLAND trip was taken in August 2022, and then again in 2024, so prices, conditions and wait-times may vary according to your travel dates – double check everything and feel free to use this article as a useful planning tool.

What day is LEGOLAND Malaysia closed?

The same as the major Singapore tourist attractions, LEGOLAND Malaysia has days it is closed. The LEGOLAND theme park is currently closed on Wednesdays (excepting all December 2025 to January 7th 2026), and the LEGOLAND Malaysia water park is closed on Tuesdays (excepting 17th December 2025 to 23rd February 2026). The LEGOLAND Aquarium is open every day.

It’s important that you check if the LEGOLAND park you want to visit will be open on your planned visiting dates – this can also change if there are public holidays.

If you’re planning to take your family to Singapore Universal Studios too, make sure you schedule them both in before you buy the tickets for either, as Universal Singapore also closes on certain days.

For us, the main LEGOLAND theme park was where we wanted to visit (there is also a LEGOLAND Water Park and a LEGOLAND Sea Life Aquarium on site).

Check the opening dates status on their official website. It may even be wise to call LEGOLAND to double-check too.

Legoland Malaysia tickets

Another way is going through the motions of trying to purchase entry tickets on their official website simply to check that the dates are available (but you can save money by buying your entrance tickets on a third party ticket app like Pelago or the cheapest one that I could find, Klook).

LEGOLAND Malaysia opening hours

The LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park is open 10am to 6pm (excepting Wednesdays when it is closed) some days and 10am to 8pm others – you really need to check on their website, because it varies from week to week.

The LEGOLAND Malaysia Water Park is open from 10am to 6pm every day (excepting Tuesdays when it is closed).

The LEGOLAND Malaysia Sea Life Aquarium is open from 10am to 6pm every day.

Do Australians need a Visa to go to Malaysia?

No. Australians (tourists) don’t need a visa to enter Malaysia for a short stay (we stayed one night at the LEGOLAND Hotel).

Although Australian citizens holding an Australian Passport don’t need a visa to enter Malaysia, you MUST take your passport to enter.

Your passport is stamped both entering and exiting Malaysia at the land border.

On our passport stamp it says “permitted to enter for 99 days for social reasons”. You’ll see an example passport entry stamp in our passports in our bus video.

The Singapore 3 day entry card

What you do need to get is another Singapore (3 days notice) entry card to re-enter Singapore upon your return. (More about this following)

This information is correct as of January 2023 – check the most recent Singapore immigration requirements at the Singapore Australian Embassy official website here.

A 2nd Singapore SG Arrival Card is needed upon return from LEGOLAND

When visiting Singapore from anywhere, you are also required to lodge what is called an SG Arrival Card online using the MyICA Mobile app.

The Singapore Arrival Card is a FREE process. Don’t fall for scamming websites offering to do it for you for a fee or charge!

Make sure to keep the MyICA App on your phone to show proof of your lodged Singapore arrival card if necessary.

The SG Arrival Card must be submitted within the 3 days prior to your visit.

That doesn’t mean it has to be done at least 3 days prior. It means you can do it any time within that 3 days.

Therefore you’ll also be required to do an additional SG Arrival Card for your re-entry into Singapore from LEGOLAND Malaysia. Even if you’re only on a day trip to LEGOLAND.

The lodged online Singapore entry card and your Australian passport is all you need to re-enter Singapore when returning from LEGOLAND Malaysia.

How to fill in a Singapore Entry Card

The entry card is nothing to worry about. You can do it any time online within 3 days before arriving in Singapore from Australia or Malaysia.

Although it’s better to be prepared, if you forget to do it beforehand you can still fill the Arrival Card out on the LEGOLAND bus or in your private car on the way back to Singapore from LEGOLAND Malaysia – or even when you arrive at the Singapore/Malaysia border crossing checkpoint if you like.

Tip: If traveling by private car, ask your car company to provide you with your private car details (the registration number) prior to the day they pick you up so that you can fill out/lodge your Singapore re-entry SG Arrival Card in advance. This avoids the inconvenience of doing it in the car, or having to sit at Singapore Immigration doing it at the last minute.

For our return LEGOLAND trip entry into Singapore, I asked for the private car rego number from the company, and then lodged our Singapore three day entry card online whilst still at our Singapore hotel the night before we even left for LEGOLAND.

(When arriving in Singapore, you can literally do a Singapore entry card at Changi Airport if you wish. I saw people standing around doing them, so last minute doesn’t seem to be a problem. That said, I wouldn’t recommend that, as airlines may have their own requirements before you leave for Singapore)

How I filled in our Singapore entry cards

For my first SG Arrival Card, I put my departure date as my final departure date from Singapore, even though I was submitting a second SG Arrival Card for our return from LEGOLAND Malaysia within that time period. It didn’t seem to cause any issues, so I assume the departure dates don’t have to be precise with regards to a Malaysia side trip. The entry dates however, must be correct.

How long does it take to cross the Malaysia-Singapore border?

Delays at the border are possible dependent upon the day and time. It can apparently take up to an hour. We had no delays at all and went straight through both there and back. We were held up no more than five to ten minutes at immigration on both sides of the border, however we entered Singapore on National Day morning, a public holiday – so we may have just got lucky!

The cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets are on Klook

I like to shop around for the cheapest prices for anything, so I researched the prices of tickets on the official LEGOLAND website, the third party app Pelago and the third party app Klook.

I purchased through Klook as it had the cheapest LEGOLAND Malaysia tickets at the time.

I also liked that you could downloaded the Klook app to your phone and then have your purchased tickets easily accessible.

I ended up using Klook for cheap tickets to several Singapore attractions as well – it worked really well for me during our trip. Another benefit was that the ticket codes meant no standing around in queues – you can go straight to the express entrance gates.

Which is the best way to get to LEGOLAND from Singapore? A comparison.

You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

We trialed and compared the two main ways tourists usually take to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia easily. By private driver, and by coach.

The Coach from Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia

Cost: $13 Singapore dollars each = $40 AUD total

Watch our Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia bus video

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There are two coach companies that go from Singapore to LEGOLAND.

I checked the reviews and decided to book with WTS Travel.

Where is the Singapore to Legoland bus station?

Now moved to Sunteccity Mall – follow the signs to the bus station.

About Singapore Taxis and Grab cars (Singapore Ubers)

Whilst in Singapore we caught taxis most of the time – particularly if we were short on time, or there was no convenient MRT station. Costs for taxis and Grab cars (Singapore’s version of Uber cars) are similar – the benefits of Grab (download the Grab app) are that you have already paid online so you don’t need to fumble around or wait at the destination to pay. Singapore taxi drivers/Grab car drivers don’t require tips.

What happens at the Singapore Malaysia land border checks by coach

Once you set off, it really seems like you are at Singapore immigration in no time, right before the bridge crossing to Malaysia.

The coach stops and everyone gets off and walks inside the immigration building.

Singapore officials check your passport (Singapore don’t stamp your passport anywhere).

Your suitcases stay on the bus and the bus moves to meet you where you come out of the building at the other end.

This whole process only took 5 minutes. (This was a Monday morning at around 9am)

What happens at the Malaysia Immigration border check by coach

After driving across the long bridge between Singapore and Malaysia, the coach stops at Malaysia immigration on the other side.

Everyone gets off and retrieves all of their suitcases and bags from the bus to take with them.

You proceed inside the immigration building to a desk where they check your passport and stamp it. Then you walk through to the bag checking area.

All bags are put on an x-ray conveyor belt, and you walk through an x-ray detector like you do at an airport.

Then you collect your bags and head back out to the bus which has moved down and is waiting outside.

Again, this whole process only took about 5 minutes.

One tip we were told by our coach driver is MAKE SURE THAT MALAYSIAN IMMIGRATION PUT THE CORRECT DATE ON YOUR PASSPORT STAMP. Apparently, it’s common for a wrong date to be put on by mistake, and then you may need to pay a fine later. It certainly can’t hurt to double-check that your passport date stamp is correct before you leave Malaysian Immigration for LEGOLAND. If you watch our video you’ll see an example of our passport date stamp to check.

The LEGOLAND Coach drops you off at the Legoland Malaysia entrance.

We arrived at LEGOLAND Malaysia at around 10:30am. The coach drops passengers off at the main entrance.

If you hired a car and self-drove, the carpark is a walk of around 200 metres with our bags down a long, shaded concrete path.

Return Coach from LEGOLAND to Singapore

To catch the WTS Coach back to Singapore, meet it at the same car park drop off point at 5:15pm in the afternoon.

How much does the Singapore bus to LEGOLAND cost?

The price of the WTS Travel Singapore Flyer bus to LEGOLAND Malaysia costs around $30 Singapore Dollars per person.

How do I book a seat on the LEGOLAND Malaysia bus?

You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

The company we used was WTS Travel. We encountered no problems with this company during our booking, payment and trip.

Private car from LEGOLAND Malaysia to Singapore

Cost: $130 Singapore dollars = $150 AUD total one way

Watch our LEGOLAND Malaysia to Singapore private car trip on YouTube

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Using a private car service to and from Singapore to LEGOLAND is a very convenient, but of course much more expensive option.

Certain companies with a permit to cross the border offer this service. I used the company most talked about positively in Facebook groups (I have put all the contact details at the end).

I saw MOSTLY good reviews online (I did a bit of Googling and saw a couple of complaints on Trip Advisor I think, however overall, this company seem well reviewed and looked professional – one person complained they had been dropped off at the wrong hotel, one complained of bad driving) For us, fortunately the service was excellent.

When to book:

I arranged our journey a few days in advance in Australia and paid without any issues. I recommend pre-booking to be sure.

There were a couple of slightly worrisome planning issues that ended up fine, like when you message with the car company via Whatsapp, however they responded immediately no matter the time of day and were very efficient.

SGMYTAXI payment options – you can use a Singapore app to pay them but only in Singapore, so ask them for a link to pay them by credit card from Australia (there is an extra charge of a few percent – this was really the only option available to us).

Important notes:

For the company we used, booking and arrangements are done via the Whatsapp App. Keep your Whatsapp live on your phone for messages with the company.

How it went – private car from LEGOLAND to Singapore

The car driver picked us up at the front door of the LEGOLAND Hotel. He was early by 5 minutes and called me to let me know. He was very helpful and respectful and loaded our suitcases. The vehicle was a spacious, air conditioned and modern mini van.

The Singapore & Malaysia border crossings are easy by private car.

What happens at Malaysia Immigration by private car

After about twenty minute’s drive from LEGOLAND Malaysia, we arrived at the Malaysia Immigration car entrance.

The driver took our passports and handed them to the Malaysia Immigration officer. They check your face against your passport.

The passports were stamped, and then we drove out of Malaysia Immigration.

What happens at Singapore Immigration by private car

Then we drove through and over the bridge to Singapore Immigration. The passport check happened the same way – you now need to get out to go through customs on foot.

The van tailgate was raised and our bags were somehow checked or xrayed whilst still in the back of the van. The car was quickly checked over at the same time. That was it. It was all easy and quick.

We spent no more than 10 minutes at each immigration stop and it was a much easier process than the coach, where you had to get out and physically walk through the customs halls with your suitcases.

Passing through immigration took about ten minutes total at 8:30am on National Day (a Tuesday and a public holiday)

Soon we were back on our way to where we wanted to go in Singapore – the Jurong Bird Park (which has now moved to the Singapore Zoo site).

Our driver had driven carefully all the way, was polite and helped us load and unload our suitcases. All in all, we were very happy with our private car experience.

How much does a private car to LEGOLAND cost?

The private car to LEGOLAND price is normally about $150 AUD ($130 SGD) one way (on public holidays it will cost an extra 30%). 

How do I book a private car to LEGOLAND?

You can buy Legoland Bus tickets on Klook here

You can book a private day trip to and from Singapore here on Klook here

You can book a private day trip from Kuala Lumpur here on Klook here

The company we used was Singapore – Malaysia private car services – SG-MYTAXI. We encountered no problems with this company during our booking, payment and trip.

You can book them through the above Klook link.

Can you get to LEGOLAND Malaysia using public transport?

Yes, you can get to LEGOLAND Malaysia using the MRT train or a taxi and then change to public bus to cross the border, or just public bus all the way. There is also a specific Causeway Link Bus. Apart from it being cheap, you really aren’t going to save much money in comparison to taking the Singapore Flyer coach that we took – but you will lose some time due to the transfers. You’ll also need to know where and how to change public buses with kids and cases in tow. Time is money when you are on holiday, so I dismissed these options to get to LEGOLAND as not particularly feasible for tourists.

Legoland Malaysia train

There is also a train that crosses the border from Johor Bahru, a major city half an hour from LEGOLAND near the Malaysia/Singapore border, however this means you need to get to Johor Bahru first. Again, not straight forward, but perhaps a fun adventure if you have extra time and want to check out the city too.

Can you get to LEGOLAND Malaysia by taxi?

Yes, you can. There are special Singapore & Malaysia taxis who have permits to allow them to make the border journey. They are limited to leaving and dropping off a one point – Ban San Street Taxi Stand in Bugis in Singapore. This means no direct pick up or drop off to your hotel, so catching two taxis. There’s no great savings in using two taxis instead of one private car, plus they can’t pick you up at your hotel or LEGOLAND and make the entire journey in one go, so to me this method seemed overly complicated.

Can you hire a car and drive yourself to LEGOLAND Malaysia?

Apparently this is possible, however you would need to discuss crossing the border to Malaysia with the Singapore hire car company as many don’t allow it. You would also need to contend with Malaysia and Singapore street directions, tolls and border crossings. There is a large carpark at Legoland.

So, which is the best way to get to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore – coach or private car?

It really depends on your budget and priorities.

Are you visiting LEGOLAND Malaysia on a tight budget? Take the LEGOLAND bus

If you have a tighter budget, the coach is cheap, comfortable and the border crossing is still simple.

If you have a larger family it may be closer to more cost-effective to go by car. For example, the three of us would now cost around $60 Singapore Dollars by bus. The private car cost $130 Singapore Dollars – however it was a mini van, so could have carried two more people. Therefore the difference between the two would have been less, because 5 people would have cost more by coach.

In any case, the coach to LEGOLAND will cost significantly less than a private car and driver.

Is convenience more important to you than price? Order a private driver to get to LEGOLAND

If you have a higher budget, arrange a private car for an easier experience. You can be picked up at the airport or your hotel in Singapore, and be picked up at the door at the LEGOLAND Hotel. All at times that suit you, not a bus schedule.

You will also benefit from an easy border crossing without even having to get out of the vehicle.

Of course you pay much more. That’s the trade-off!

I hope my Singapore to LEGOLAND Malaysia guide helps you work out the best way for you to get your family to LEGOLAND Malaysia from Singapore.

Good luck with your decision, and have a wonderful time at LEGOLAND!

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If you’d like to see what visiting the LEGOLAND Malaysia theme park is like, read our feature here and you can read our read our full LEGOLAND Malaysia hotel review here.

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