How does Disney PhotoPass work at Walt Disney World?
PhotoPass photographers work in the parks, resorts and Disney Springs, and photos are added to your gallery in the My Disney Experience app. Ask for Magic Shots, buy Memory Maker before your trip if you want unlimited downloads, and book private sessions up to 60 days ahead.
PhotoPass is Disney's photography service. Photographers stand at scenic spots and character meets, and photos are saved to a gallery tied to your account.
What you get
- 175+ locations. Reporting in 2026 counted more than 175 PhotoPass spots, including Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, the Tree of Life and the Millennium Falcon.
- Magic Shots. Digital add-ons with characters, pixie dust and seasonal themes. Ask the photographer. More than 100 effects were reported.
- Attraction photos. Ride photos and videos are available at more than a dozen attractions. Newer examples include personalized mission-score photos on Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and concert-style posters for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.
- Capture Your Moment. Private 20-minute sessions at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios.
- Signature Portrait Sessions. Longer sessions of up to 40 minutes at the Grand Floridian and Polynesian Village, bookable up to 60 days ahead.
- Disney Springs studio. Complimentary indoor sessions with props and backgrounds, no reservation needed.
Tips
- Go early. Morning light is softer and lines at photo spots are shorter.
- Ask for a Magic Shot. Photographers won't always offer.
- Check your gallery in the app. Photos are added automatically.
- Decide on Memory Maker before you travel. Buying ahead can cost less. See is it worth it.
- Wear solid colors for private sessions, and avoid busy patterns.
- Book portraits early. Popular times fill up.
Check Disney's PhotoPass page for current prices and package details.
Check Disney's own pages
Disney prices, policies and availability change, so check Disney's own pages before you book.
