Can You Vape at Disney World? The Short Answer
No, you cannot vape inside any Disney World theme park. As of May 1, 2019, Disney banned all smoking and vaping from inside the parks:
- All four theme parks - Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom
- Both water parks - Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach
- ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Downtown Disney/Disney Springs public areas
To vape, you must exit the park and use designated smoking areas located outside park entrances. This is a significant change from the previous policy that allowed smoking in designated areas inside the parks.
What Is Disney World's Vaping Policy?
The May 2019 Policy Change
Disney's official policy states:
"Smoking areas are located outside the front entrance of each theme park and at Disney Springs. Smoking is not permitted inside Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex or Downtown Disney area."
This applies equally to:
- Traditional cigarettes
- E-cigarettes and vapes
- Cigars and pipes
- Any smoking/vaping device
Why Disney Banned In-Park Vaping
Disney cited several reasons:
- Guest experience - Non-smokers don't want to encounter vapor
- Family environment - Protecting children from secondhand exposure
- Congestion - Former smoking areas created bottlenecks
- Fire safety - Reducing risk in crowded areas
- Consistency - Easier to enforce complete ban
Where Are the Designated Smoking Areas at Disney World?
Each park has specific smoking areas outside the entrance. You must exit the park to use them.
Magic Kingdom
Primary Location: Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC)
- Located at the TTC before taking monorail or ferry to Magic Kingdom
- Also accessible via walkway from Magic Kingdom entrance near the monorail station
Important: There is NO designated smoking area at Magic Kingdom's front entrance inside the gates. You must go back to the TTC or walk outside the entrance area.
Re-entry: Keep your ticket/MagicBand for re-entry after smoking
EPCOT
Main Entrance Area:
- Designated area opposite the bus shelters
- No security re-screening required for re-entry (if you stay in the designated area)
International Gateway (Back Entrance):
- Designated area near the entrance
- Useful if you're in World Showcase
Re-entry: Both areas allow re-entry without re-screening if you don't leave the immediate area
Hollywood Studios
Location: Near the Friendship Boat Dock
- Outside the main entrance area
- Requires security re-screening to re-enter
Re-entry: You'll need to go through bag check again
Animal Kingdom
Location: Left side of the entrance near the Rainforest Cafe walkway
- Outside the tapstiles
- No security re-screening required (if you stay nearby)
Re-entry: Can re-enter without full re-screening if staying in designated area
Water Parks
Typhoon Lagoon & Blizzard Beach:
- Designated areas outside park entrances
- Must exit the water park to smoke/vape
What Happens If You Vape Inside Disney World?
Disney enforces its smoking policy through cast members and security.
Typical Enforcement Progression
- First Incident: Cast member approaches, politely asks you to stop, directs you to exit for designated areas
- Continued Violation: Security involvement, formal warning
- Repeated/Defiant Violation: Removal from the park
- Serious Cases: Trespassing warning, potential ban from Disney property
Consequences of Removal
If you're removed for policy violations:
- No refund on your ticket
- No re-entry for that day
- Possible trespassing notice - Banned from Disney property
- Potential criminal charges if you return after trespassing notice
Real Enforcement
In practice:
- Cast members regularly patrol for smokers/vapers
- Bathrooms are monitored (smoke detectors present)
- Other guests may report you
- Repeat offenders are documented
Don't risk it. The walk outside is inconvenient but far better than being removed.
Can You Vape at Disney World Hotels?
Disney resort hotels have their own smoking policies.
Hotel Room Policy
All Disney resort rooms are non-smoking:
- Vaping in rooms is prohibited
- $250-$500 room recovery fee if caught
- Potential eviction from the resort
- No refund for remaining nights
Designated Hotel Smoking Areas
Each resort has outdoor designated areas:
- Usually near parking areas or remote sections
- Ask front desk for specific locations
- Not near pools, restaurants, or main entrances
Fort Wilderness Exception
Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is the only exception:
- Smoking/vaping permitted at individual campsites
- Smoking allowed on cabin porches
- Still prohibited in indoor common areas
- Consider booking here if vaping frequently is important
Resort Enforcement
- Housekeeping reports evidence of smoking/vaping
- Smoke detectors in rooms can trigger alerts
- Other guests may complain about balcony vaping
- Fees are charged to your room without warning
Can You Vape at Disney Springs?
Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney) has designated smoking areas.
Designated Smoking Areas at Disney Springs
| Location | Area |
|---|---|
| Marketplace Pedestrian Bridge | Near the marketplace |
| Grapefruit Garage | Parking garage area |
| Near Splitsville Luxury Lanes | West Side |
| Strawberry Parking Lot | Parking area |
| Orange Garage | Parking structure |
General Disney Springs Rules
- No vaping while walking around Disney Springs
- No vaping inside any restaurant, shop, or venue
- Use designated areas only
- Same enforcement as theme parks
Tips for Vapers Visiting Disney World
Planning Your Day
- Accept the policy - You'll need to exit to vape
- Time your breaks - Plan around shows, FastPass times
- Use nicotine alternatives - Patches or pouches for park time
- Stay near exits - If vaping frequently, position accordingly
- Know the locations - Identify designated areas for each park
What to Bring
- Vape device (obviously)
- Portable charger - Long days drain batteries
- Extra pods/liquid - Don't run out
- Nicotine pouches (Zyn, etc.) - For when exiting isn't practical
- Nicotine patches - Apply before entering for baseline
Alternative Nicotine Products
These can be used inside the parks (discreetly):
- Nicotine pouches (Zyn, Velo, On!) - No vapor, no smell
- Nicotine gum - Chew discreetly
- Nicotine lozenges - Slow release
These bridge the gap between designated area visits.
Park-Specific Tips
Magic Kingdom:
- Longest walk to smoking area (TTC)
- Consider nicotine alternatives
- Time breaks around shows
EPCOT:
- Easiest access to designated areas
- International Gateway good for World Showcase
- Drinking Around the World + vaping = frequent exits
Hollywood Studios:
- Security re-screening required
- Factor in extra time
- Tower of Terror area is far from exit
Animal Kingdom:
- Relatively easy access
- Pandora is far from entrance
- Plan around Flight of Passage wait times
Disney World vs. Other Theme Parks Vaping Policies
| Park | Vaping Policy | Designated Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Disney World | Banned inside parks | Outside entrances only |
| Universal Orlando | Banned (May 2025) | Outside entrances |
| SeaWorld Orlando | Allowed | Designated areas inside park |
| Busch Gardens Tampa | Allowed | Designated areas inside park |
| LEGOLAND Florida | Banned | Outside entrance |
| Disneyland (CA) | Banned | Outside entrances |
SeaWorld and Busch Gardens currently maintain in-park designated smoking areas, making them more vape-friendly options in the Orlando area.
Vaping at Disney World: Key Takeaways
- Vaping is banned inside all parks since May 1, 2019
- Exit the park to use designated smoking areas outside entrances
- You can bring your vape but cannot use it inside
- Getting caught results in warnings, then removal
- Hotel rooms are non-smoking - $250-$500 fees for violations
- Fort Wilderness is the only resort allowing campsite/porch vaping
- Disney Springs has designated areas in parking and peripheral locations
- Magic Kingdom has the most inconvenient smoking access (TTC)
- EPCOT has the easiest designated area access
- Consider nicotine alternatives for use inside the parks
References
- Property Rules, Policies & Regulations – Walt Disney World
- Designated Smoking Areas – Walt Disney World
- Smoking Policy Enforcement – Walt Disney World
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