How much does it cost to ride the gondolas at Disney World?


How much does it cost to ride the gondolas at Disney World? And one of the best parts about the Disney skyliner is it is absolutely free to ride. Just like the Disney World monorail and bus services you do not need a ticket or have to pay to ride.


Is the Disney gondola free?

Cute, practical, and free, the Skyliner is a gondola system used for transportation at Walt Disney World.


Does the Skyliner have seats?

Disney Skyliner Gondola Details. Each gondola has wooden bench-style seating that fits a maximum of 10 people (or six guests if you're riding a wheelchair-accessible gondola).


Does Skyliner get hot in summer?

It gets HOT in Florida. Okay, that might not be a secret, but it certainly may be a problem for Skyliner rides during the summer. The gondolas don't have any sort of air conditioning, but they are vented to allow air to flow through as you're moving. In our experience, it's not a huge problem — except if you get stuck.


Can you eat on Disney Skyliner?

Everywhere You Can Dine on the Skyliner. Just like with the buses, boats, and monorail, anyone visiting Walt Disney World can use the Disney Skyliner. And, you don't have to be staying at one of the Skyliner resorts to ride it, either.


How many people can fit in a gondola at Disney?

Disney Skyliner Gondola Details. Each gondola has wooden bench-style seating that fits a maximum of 10 people (or six guests if you're riding a wheelchair-accessible gondola). There is enough room for strollers to roll on without having to fold them up.


Can I bring coffee on the Skyliner?

As you soar to your magical adventures on the Disney Skyliner, you are welcome to take your jet fuel (i.e. coffee!) along for the ride! There is a restriction on bringing alcoholic beverages on the Disney Skyliner, but your boost of morning Java will be just fine!


Why is gondola ride so expensive?

Because gondolas are wildly expensive to build and maintain. They are fully handcrafted boats made out of wood using traditional techniques. There are only a few artisans left to build traditional Venetian boats and only the most skilled build and maintain gondole.


Can I take alcohol on the Skyliner?

While you may bring non-alcoholic beverages aboard the Disney Skyliner, you must finish your adult beverages before you board your gondola. While you are exploring The Big Blue Pool, you absolutely have to try my absolute favorite summer beverage, the Frosé.


What hotels does the Skyliner go to?

This grand, state-of-the-art gondola system conveniently connects Disney's Hollywood Studios and International Gateway at EPCOT to the following Disney Resort hotels:
  • Disney's Art of Animation Resort.
  • Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort.
  • Disney's Pop Century Resort.
  • Disney's Riviera Resort.


How long is the wait for Disney Skyliner?

Are there long lines to board Skyliner? During the morning and evening rush lines can be as long as 15 to 20 minutes at the Caribbean Beach station. Transportation at Walt Disney World whether you're waiting for a bus, monorail, boat or gondola, will usually be about 20 minutes when the parks are opening and closing.


Can you ride the Skyliner without staying at a resort?

Anyone can ride the Skyliner; you don't have to be staying at a Disney Resort. Probably the easiest way to catch a ride on the Skyliner (if you aren't staying at a resort with a station or if you are staying offsite) is to board at either Hollywood Studios or Epcot.


Can you walk around Disney World for free?

While of course you would need to pay for shopping or dining, you can walk around the area with no admissions charge. There is also often entertainment happening for free outside. Disney Springs is along a lovely waterfront that you can take in and enjoy.


Are gondola rides worth it?

Gondolas give a unique perspective over exploring the city otherwise. The pros of the Gondola ride are having a closer and unmatched view of the city while the cons are the ride can be super expensive from the crowded tourist spots and overall.


Can you ride the Skyliner without a reservation?

Sure can! While these aerial gondolas can be an easy way to get to and from Epcot, Hollywood Studios and the Disney Skyliner resorts, you don't need to be a hotel guest or even be going to the theme parks to give this transportation offering a try.