5 Unspoken Rules About Buying Souvenirs in Disney World

It’s time to talk Disney souvenirs!

We’ve seen a TON of amazing Disney deals lately online at places like shopDisney and Amazon, but there’s something special about picking up those souvenirs in person at Disney World! So, if you happen to be in the Most Magical Place on Earth and grabbing a couple of things on your list, let’s go over the unspoken rules about buying souvenirs in Disney World!

Wait Until Things Go On Sale Or Look Online!

The first unspoken rule we have to talk about is the “art” of being strategic with your timing. You’ll find that if you exercise a little bit of patience and wait, you’ll most likely be rewarded with lower prices, which is perfect since those new Minnie ears are going to eat into the budget. Disney World will periodically run deep sales on various merch, so keep an eye out and resist the urge to impulse buy.

Also, you might want to consider going online instead of in the store. This will not only let you skip all the lines at the physical stores, but then you won’t have to carry any bags while you’re skipping around the parks. Sometimes you’ll even find exclusive online deals!

Avoid Long Lines With Mobile Checkout

Alright, the next unspoken rule is to ditch those long lines and use Mobile Checkout! We all know that Disney World is magical, but it can get pretty dull when you’re waiting in long lines, which, again, is where Mobile Checkout will save the day.

Simply put, it will allow you to save a TON of time and make those purchases without skipping a beat. You’ll scan your items and pay with the My Disney Experience app meaning you bypass the lines altogether. It’s a simple process and one that will get you back into the fun of the parks!

Check Disney Character Warehouses

Next up, you’ll find that the next unspoken rule will have you skipping the shops in Disney World in favor of spots those savvy souvenir hunters know about — Disney Character Warehouses!

There are two of these shops in the outlet malls in Orlando, and they have a HUGE array of discounted items from the past seasons. So you might stumble upon those unique souvenirs or wardrobe pieces you missed during your last park visit, and they’re now available at a fraction of the original cost!

Don’t Wait Until Your Last Day To Pick Up What’s Been Catching Your Eye

Okay, so with this next one, you know how you might spot that one spirit jersey or pair of Minnie ears that really catch your eye on your very first day at Disney World, and then you plan to come back for it on your last day? We’re telling you, from experience, DO NOT WAIT!

A lot of the other people on trips to Disney World are also planning to do a big shopping/souvenir day at the end of their trip, maybe in Disney Springs, and they might grab what you were looking at. Merchandise in Disney World has a tendency to be there one minute and gone the next, so you have to seize the moment.

The bottom line is if you say, “I’ll come back for it,” that piece of merch is most likely going to have vanished by the time you come back for it.

Wait Until The End Of The Day To Buy The Bulky Stuff

Time for the last unspoken rule for today. I know we just talked about not waiting, but you should wait until the end of the day to buy all the bulky souvenirs you were eyeing. This is especially strategic if you’re planning on buying oddly-shaped items at the parks.

The last thing you want to do is give yourself the task of carrying around those oversized “delights” for the entirety of the day when you should be focusing on enjoying your time at the parks. Also, until they decide to bring back package pickup to hotels, you’re going to be the one to carry those items with you. Save your back, and grab them at the end of the day and on the way out!