Key Takeaways
- What: Disney PhotoPass Service, Walt Disney World’s complimentary photography service at more than 175 locations
- Downloads: Memory Maker costs $185 in advance or $210 without advance purchase, and Memory Maker One Day costs $85
- Passholders: The Annual Passholder Photo Downloads add-on costs $109 plus tax for the year
- Private Shoots: Capture Your Moment costs $99 for 20 minutes, and Signature Portrait Sessions cost $399 for 40 minutes
- Magic Shots: More than 100 effects, plus Tiny World and Super Zoom camera styles
OPEN Brief: If you want every price, location, and download option for Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World, this OPEN guide has the verified details in one place, including Memory Maker packages, the Annual Passholder add-on, Magic Shots, and private photo sessions. Disney PhotoPass Service runs at more than 175 locations, and taking the photos costs nothing. Downloading them is where the price point starts to matter. This guide shows what each option costs and what each one covers.
What Is Disney PhotoPass Service at Walt Disney World?
Disney PhotoPass Service is Walt Disney World’s complimentary photography service, available at more than 175 locations.
Professionally trained photographers work across the theme parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs. Disney PhotoPass Service also covers special experiences such as Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and runDisney races. Most photographers wear green shirts, so they are easy to spot. Disney PhotoPass Service charges nothing to capture photos, and a purchase is needed only when you want to download them.
The split between free capture and paid download shapes every buying decision. Taking the photo costs $0, so the price point that matters is the download package you choose. The sections below break down each option so you can match one to your trip. Full details sit on the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
How Does Disney PhotoPass Service Work at Walt Disney World?
Disney PhotoPass Service works in four steps: capture, link, view, and download, with most photos ready within minutes.
Photographers capture photos anywhere you see one, and Disney PhotoPass Service also captures photos on 15 attractions. Most photos reach your gallery within minutes. Magic Shots can take up to 24 hours to appear.
- Capture: Stop at any PhotoPass photographer. No purchase is needed to capture photos.
- Link: Link photos to your MyDisney account with a MagicBand, MagicBand+, Disney MagicMobile digital pass, admission card, annual pass, or Disney PhotoPass card. Any photographer can give you a Disney PhotoPass card.
- View: Open your gallery in the My Disney Experience app or online. The gallery also shows photos from people on your Family & Friends list who share photos with you.
- Download: Buy photos one at a time at DisneyPhotoPass.com, or buy a Memory Maker package to download all of them.
- Order: Turn photos into keepsakes such as ornaments, mugs, and magnets.
A MagicBand, MagicMobile pass, or eligible mobile device with Bluetooth enabled for the My Disney Experience app is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Read the full steps on the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
Where Can You Find Disney PhotoPass in Walt Disney World Theme Parks?
Disney PhotoPass photographers work at more than 175 Walt Disney World locations, including icons in all four theme parks.
Photographers stand near Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, Spaceship Earth at EPCOT, the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and the Millennium Falcon at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Photographers also work at character greetings, on rides, and at interactive photo experiences. Disney’s own PhotoPass guide on the Disney Parks Blog covers the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs.
Does Disney PhotoPass Service Cover Character Greetings at Walt Disney World?
Disney PhotoPass Service captures photos at more than 40 character experiences across Walt Disney World.
Photographers capture the hugs, high-fives, and candid moments at select character greetings, so you can stay in the moment while the photographer handles the camera. Photos from 40+ character greetings are part of Memory Maker downloads. Find character photo locations through the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
Which Walt Disney World Attractions Have Disney PhotoPass Ride Photos?
Disney PhotoPass captures photos on 15 Walt Disney World attractions and videos on three of them.
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin shows your mission score and rank in your photos. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets offers a variety of concert-inspired posters. Disney says more PhotoPass attraction updates are on the way. A MagicBand or mobile device is required to receive some attraction photos and videos. See the official Disney PhotoPass Service page for how attraction photos link to your account.
What Is The Magic of Disney Animation Photo Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?
The Magic of Disney Animation lets guests play games in the Portrait Gallery while Disney PhotoPass captures the fun.
Guests help Maximus find Pascal, pump up party balloons with Baymax, and set sail with Moana and the Kakamora through interactive gameplay. Disney PhotoPass adds your game score to the photos, which gives you a keepsake with a score attached. Details appear in the Disney Parks Blog PhotoPass guide.
What Are Magic Shots at Walt Disney World?
Magic Shots are PhotoPass exclusives that come in three types: Classic, Tiny World, and Super Zoom.
Classic Magic Shots add 100+ enhancements to your photos. Tiny World Magic Shots use 360-degree capture cameras, and Super Zoom Magic Shots use a camera high above. Magic Shots can take up to 24 hours to appear in your gallery. Here are the park spots for the two special camera types.
| Park | Tiny World Magic Shot Spot | Super Zoom Magic Shot Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Magic Kingdom | In front of Cinderella Castle | Cinderella Castle |
| EPCOT | In front of Spaceship Earth | Spaceship Earth |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom | In front of the Tree of Life | Tree of Life |
| Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Next to Alien Swirling Saucers in Toy Story Land | Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge |
What Do Classic Magic Shots Add to Your Disney PhotoPass Photos?
Classic Magic Shots add more than 100 effects to your photos, including Disney characters, pixie dust, and seasonal overlays.
Photographers can place effects such as Tinker Bell in your hand or a bundle of balloons lifting you away. Other effects show a banshee or an X-Wing soaring above you. Classic Magic Shots are available at most PhotoPass locations, so ask your photographer about them. The official Disney PhotoPass Service page lists the Magic Shot types.
How Do Tiny World Magic Shots Work at Walt Disney World?
Tiny World Magic Shots use 360-degree capture cameras to photograph classic park spots from a new angle.
Photographers use special cameras that capture a panoramic perspective, so you stand in the center of the action. Tiny World Magic Shots are offered at four spots, one in each theme park, as listed in the table above. Disney describes the experience on the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
What Are Super Zoom Magic Shots at Walt Disney World?
Super Zoom Magic Shots are zoom videos captured by a camera high above you in a magical setting.
Super Zoom Magic Shots are one-of-a-kind zoom videos that only Disney PhotoPass can offer. The four Super Zoom spots appear in the table above, and each one sits at a well-known park icon or land. Check the official Disney PhotoPass Service page for the current spots.
Where Are the Disney PhotoPass Studios at Walt Disney World?
Walt Disney World has three indoor Disney PhotoPass studios, including the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs.
The Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs sits in the Marketplace and offers a complimentary photoshoot with no reservation required. The studio uses new immersive backdrops and seasonal sets that change throughout the year. A PhotoPass photographer guides themed photo adventures inspired by Disney stories, including Frozen and Toy Story. Guests can also use Disney-themed props and Magic Shots at the three indoor studios.
OPEN tracks shops, dining, and changes across the district on our Disney Springs hub, so check there before you go. Disney’s PhotoPass guide on the Disney Parks Blog covers the studio.
How Much Does Memory Maker Cost at Walt Disney World?
Memory Maker at Walt Disney World costs $185 with advance purchase, $210 without it, or $85 for a single day.
Memory Maker is the all-inclusive package that lets you download every photo and video Disney PhotoPass Service takes of you and your family and friends. The regular package covers media from within 30 days of activation. Memory Maker One Day covers one day only, from 6:00 AM Eastern Time on the activation date through 5:59 AM Eastern Time the next day. Here is how the three packages compare.
| Package | Price | What It Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Maker (Advance Purchase) | $185 | All photos and videos within 30 days of activation. Buy at least 3 days before your vacation to save $25. Photos taken within 3 days of, or before, the purchase date are not included. Nonrefundable. |
| Memory Maker | $210 | All photos and videos taken within 30 days of activation. Nonrefundable. |
| Memory Maker One Day | $85 | All photos and videos from one day of your choosing. Nonrefundable. |
- Iconic Locations: Photos from iconic locations across 4 theme parks.
- Character Greetings: Photos from 40+ character greetings.
- Attractions: 15 attraction photo opportunities.
- Magic Shots: 100+ Disney Magic Shots, including photo effects, 360-degree capture cameras, and bird’s-eye cameras.
- Session Photos: Guests with Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day can download all Capture Your Moment session photos at no extra cost.
Download your photos from the My Disney Experience app or DisneyPhotoPass.com. A MagicBand device, MagicMobile pass, or eligible mobile device with Bluetooth enabled is required to receive certain attraction photos. Valid theme park admission is required for certain photo locations, and photos expire under Disney’s expiration policy. Full terms appear on the official Memory Maker page.
Is There a Military Price for Memory Maker at Walt Disney World?
Eligible U.S. military members and their spouses can buy Memory Maker for $98 through December 18, 2026.
The special $98 price is sold only at Walt Disney World theme park ticket windows and runs through December 18, 2026. An eligible Service Member or spouse can buy no more than two Memory Maker products in total, regardless of where or by whom they were purchased. The offer cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. Read the terms on the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
What Is the Disney PhotoPass Downloads Add-On for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders?
The Annual Passholder Photo Downloads add-on costs $109 plus tax and covers PhotoPass downloads for the entire year.
Annual Passholders can download all photos and videos taken of them and up to 25 family and friends at 175+ locations, including on 15 attractions. The add-on price is $109 plus tax. The add-on also covers 100+ Magic Shots, props, and seasonal offerings. Here are the rules that come with the add-on.
- How to Add: Upgrade your Annual Pass with unlimited photos through My Passes on the Walt Disney World website.
- What Counts: Photos and digital content linked to your Disney account and captured while your Annual Pass is valid for admission to a Disney Parks theme park.
- Expiration: Photos and digital content expire 365 days from the date of capture.
- Device Requirement: A MagicBand, or an eligible mobile device with Bluetooth enabled for the My Disney Experience app, is required for certain attraction photos.
- Personal Use: Downloads are restricted to personal use by the Passholder only, and online registration is required.
- Session Photos: Passholders with the add-on can download all Capture Your Moment session photos at no extra cost.
Annual Passholders get coverage for as long as the pass is valid, while Memory Maker covers a 30-day window. Confirm current terms on the official Disney PhotoPass Service page.
What Is Capture Your Moment at Walt Disney World Theme Parks?
Capture Your Moment is a private 20-minute Disney PhotoPass session available at all four Walt Disney World theme parks.
Each session costs $99 and lets a PhotoPass photographer capture moments such as first visits, birthdays, and graduations. Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios each offer sessions, with separate sessions in Batuu. Photos are not included in the session price. Guests with Memory Maker, Memory Maker One Day, or the Annual Passholder add-on can download all session photos at no extra cost.
Each park has its own backdrop choices. Here are the backdrops listed in Disney’s session listings.
| Park | Backdrop Choices |
|---|---|
| Magic Kingdom | Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, or Liberty Square |
| EPCOT | Italy, Japan, Morocco, Germany, or American Adventure pavilion |
| Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Toy Story Land, Hollywood Tower Hotel, Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood Boulevard, or Echo Lake |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom | Discovery Island (ideal for Tree of Life backdrops), Pandora, Africa, or Asia |
| Batuu | Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge |
- Extra Time: Additional 20-minute sessions must be booked in advance at $99 each. At Magic Kingdom and Batuu, a second back-to-back session must begin 30 minutes after the first one starts.
- Admission: Valid theme park admission is required and is not included in the session price.
- Check-In: Arrive at least 10 minutes before your reservation time. Sessions cannot be extended because of late arrival. At EPCOT, check in by the Kidcot Fun Stop next to Art of Disney in the American Adventure Pavilion.
- Booking: Reserve online or in the My Disney Experience app. Advance reservations are highly recommended.
- Cancellation: Canceling within 24 hours of the reservation time, or missing your session, means paying the full price.
- Attire: Wedding attire is not permitted.
Locations can change with weather and park operations, so your photographer confirms the available backdrops at the start of your session. Book through the official Capture Your Moment session listings.
What Are Signature Portrait Sessions at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels?
Signature Portrait Sessions are private 40-minute photo shoots at select Disney Resort hotels for $399.
Sessions run at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Each $399 booking includes up to 40 minutes of photo capture and consultation time, access to select props, photo retouching, and downloads of session photos. Most parties with fewer than 10 guests receive around 60 retouched photos, though the number is not guaranteed. Photos can take up to one week to appear in your Disney PhotoPass gallery.
- Booking Window: Advance reservations are required, and sessions can be booked up to 60 days in advance online or in the My Disney Experience app. Full payment is due at booking.
- Other Resorts: To ask about a specific resort, email DisneyPortraitSessions@disney.com.
- Party Size: Disney recommends 10 guests or fewer per session. Larger parties can book two back-to-back sessions, with the second starting 60 minutes after the first.
- Age Rule: Guests 14 or younger must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older.
- Attire and Props: Wedding attire is not permitted. Guest-supplied props must follow Walt Disney World Property Rules.
- Cancellation: Canceling within 24 hours of the reservation time, or missing your session, means paying the full price.
Walt Disney World visitors comparing resort hotels can also browse our Disney Resorts hub. Booking details and both resort booking pages sit on the official Signature Portrait Sessions page.
Which Disney PhotoPass Download Option Costs the Least at Walt Disney World?
Memory Maker One Day is the lowest-priced all-photo package at $85, and the Passholder add-on is $109 plus tax.
Two Memory Maker One Day packages cost $170, and a third brings the total to $255, which is above the $185 advance price for the 30-day package. Buying Memory Maker at least 3 days before your vacation saves $25 against the $210 price. Eligible U.S. military members and spouses pay $98 through December 18, 2026. Here is how each option compares, sorted by price.
| Option | Price | Coverage Window | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memory Maker One Day | $85 | 6:00 AM to 5:59 AM Eastern Time the next day | Nonrefundable |
| Annual Passholder Photo Downloads | $109 plus tax | Photos captured while the Annual Pass is valid, expiring 365 days after capture | Requires an Annual Pass and online registration |
| Memory Maker (Advance Purchase) | $185 | 30 days from activation | Photos taken within 3 days of purchase are not included |
| Memory Maker | $210 | 30 days from activation | Nonrefundable |
Count your park days first, then match them to a coverage window. OPEN covers Walt Disney World news and updates on our Walt Disney World hub. Check current prices on the official Memory Maker page before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Disney PhotoPass Service free at Walt Disney World?
Disney PhotoPass Service is complimentary at Walt Disney World, and no purchase is required to capture photos at more than 175 locations. Downloading your photos requires buying individual photos or a Memory Maker package.
How much is Memory Maker at Walt Disney World?
Memory Maker at Walt Disney World costs $185 when purchased at least 3 days before your vacation and $210 otherwise. Memory Maker One Day costs $85.
How much is the Disney PhotoPass add-on for Annual Passholders?
The Disney PhotoPass Downloads add-on for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders costs $109 plus tax. The add-on covers photos and videos of the Passholder and up to 25 family and friends.
How much do private Disney PhotoPass photo sessions cost at Walt Disney World?
Capture Your Moment costs $99 for a 20-minute session in a Walt Disney World theme park. A Signature Portrait Session at a select Disney Resort hotel costs $399 for 40 minutes, with retouching and downloads included.
Status Brief
Disney PhotoPass Service at Walt Disney World is complimentary to capture and paid to download, so pick your download option before you arrive. Memory Maker costs $185 in advance, the Annual Passholder add-on costs $109 plus tax, and private sessions cost $99 in the parks or $399 at select resorts. Buy Memory Maker at least 3 days before your trip to lock in the advance price, and allow up to 24 hours for Magic Shots to reach your gallery. Confirm current prices on the official Memory Maker page.
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