PhotoPass & Memory Maker at WDW

If you’ve ever been a member of a Disney-based forum or a group on Facebook (we run one here!), you’ve likely seen the huge variety of questions people ask about visiting Disney parks. PhotoPass and Memory Maker are by far one of the things people seem to ask about most, because how they work can be confusing to those unfamiliar with them.

This is a long article, so here are some links to help you navigate through the information.

How it Works
Accessing Your Photos
Magic Shots
PhotoPass Photographer Locations
Picture Spots
Product Pricing
Purchasing Tips
Contact PhotoPass

Click here to download a PDF of the PhotoPass Photographer & Picture Spot Locations.

Memory Maker partners with PhotoPass and allows you to have Disney photographers take pictures of your family with their camera or yours, or even both. The real beauty in all this is that everyone can be in the pictures, and some of these photographers are phenomenal! In a few locations, the photographers can even add a little extra “magic” to your pictures with Magic Shots.

You can purchase pictures either with Memory Maker or with PhotoPass. In our opinion, unless your trip is super-short (like one-day short) or you visit the parks throughout the year, it is really worth the $169 to purchase Memory Maker in advance because it allows you unlimited downloads of your photos from the attractions as well as those taken by Disney’s photographers during your trip. I’m going to say it again – UNLIMITED DOWNLOADS. It is possible to get over 500 pictures through Disney’s photographers and Memory Maker, and it covers as long as a 30-day trip. The photos you are able to download are high-resolution and once you download them, you own the digital rights, so you can do as you wish with them (including getting prints made anywhere).

Memory Maker purchased at least 4 days in advance – $169 – includes all photos taken in the parks, all dining photos, all ride/attraction photos and videos, all Magic Shots, unlimited downloads, and the ability to purchase additional products (see below).
Memory Maker purchased to start immediately – $199 – includes all photos taken in the parks, all dining photos, all ride/attraction photos and videos, all Magic Shots, unlimited downloads, and the ability to purchase additional products (see below).
PhotoPass – the ability to purchase park photos 1 at a time, as well as the ability to purchase additional products (see below). With PhotoPass, you are under no obligation to buy anything.

You may link your My Disney Experience account with the accounts of friends and family so that you may each view your pictures online, up to 25 people.

How All this Works

The first time you approach a Disney PhotoPass Photographer, they will either hand you a PhotoPass card after scanning the bar-code on the back, or they will ask to scan your MagicBand. If they give you a card, make sure to present it to each photographer for future pictures, AND either a) text yourself the number on the back or b) take a picture of the back of the card. You can use multiple PhotoPass cards, and as long as you have the number, you will still be able to retrieve the photos on a missing card.

Upon returning home, you can access your photos online, share them, and order prints or other products. Everything you need to access your photos is on the Disney website under your My Disney Experience account (if it isn’t already linked to your account, you can link your PhotoPass card after logging in).

Here are a Few Tips…

Either text yourself the 16-digit number on the back of your PhotoPass card, or take a picture of it on your phone. You can link more than one card to your account, so missing cards can still be accessed online, AND you can request cards for each person in your party if you plan on splitting up.
You may have the same photo linked to more than one card!
There are no limits on the number of photos you can have taken.
Photographers can take pictures of you in more than one pose, and they can also take pictures with your camera.
Don’t be afraid to ask for pose suggestions!
Always bring your own camera or cell phone with a camera, just in case the photographers are unavailable due to rain or other unforeseen circumstances.
You MUST purchase Memory Maker more than 3 days before you travel, otherwise you’ll pay the full $199 for instant activation.

Accessing Your Photos

The simplest way to access your photos is through your My Disney Experience (MDE) account on the Disney website. Way down at the bottom of the MDE drop-down menu, there is a link for PhotoPass…click that link. MyDisneyPhotoPass.com will open, and if you already have a Disney online account or an MDE account, you just need to log in. If you don’t have either of these accounts yet, just register for one. (If you are attempting to access photos from Disneyland, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (Gameday Photos) and Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, you will need to do so through separate website links provided on MyDisneyPhotoPass.com.)

On the website, you can organize your photos chronologically, change them from color to black and white or sepia, and add borders or stickers. You can share your photos online, and download them (make sure to make copies before editing so you still have the originals).

PhotoPass Tips

Your photos expire 45 days from the date they were taken unless you purchase the extension to 60 days from the date they were taken for $19.95. Only one extension may be purchased, and once your photos expire, they are gone forever, so don’t forget to download them before the expiration date. To view the expiration date, simply click on the photo to enlarge it and the date will appear below the photo.
Make sure your e-mail address is correct, as you will receive e-mail notification prior to your photos expiring.
Photos expire at midnight on the date of expiration. If your photos expire on 12/12/15, your last full day to access them is 12/11/15.
You can create and send e-cards from your account that include your photos and music.
You can share your photos online.
If you register your PhotoPass cards right away, you can share your photos while you are still on vacation. (The only downfall is that your photos will expire 45 days after your first log-in.)
If you lose your PhotoPass card and don’t have the number, Disney may still be able to locate them if you are within the 45 days from date taken window.

Magic Shots

Magic Shots add a little bit of pixie dust to your photos by using props and including things like Disney characters or other surprises. Just ask any PhotoPass Photographer if they can do Magic Shots!

PhotoPass Photographer Locations (Updated 6/6/2019)

Magic Kingdom

Partner’s Statue
Agrabah Bazaar Character Experience
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Studio
Tomorrowland Character Experience
Enchanted Tales with Belle
Train Station at the Main Entrance
Fairytale Garden Character Experience
Fantasyland Bridge
Gaston’s Tavern Character Experience
Ariel’s Grotto Character Experience
Main Street U.S.A. near Main Street Bakery
Main Street U.S.A. near Main Street Cinema
Main Street U.S.A. near Casey’s Corner
Journey of the Little Mermaid Bridge
Caribbean Plaza Character Experience
Pete’s Silly Sideshow Character Experience
Town Square Character Experience
Town Square Theater Character Experience
Fantasyland Teacups Character Experience
Fantasyland Thoughtful Spot Character Experience
Tomorrowland Bridge
Big Thunder Mountain
Belle’s Village Bridge
Peter Pan’s Flight Character Experience
Space Mountain Attraction Photos
Splash Mountain Attraction Photos
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Attraction Photos
Plaza Garden
Liberty Square Bridge
Town Square Courtyard Character Experience
Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Photos
Haunted Mansion Courtyard
Tomorrowland Galactic Federation Character Experience
Princess Fairytale Hall Character Experience
Rapunzel Lantern (after sunset)

Epcot

Fountain of Nations Courtyard
Epcot Character Spot
China Character Experience
Entrance Character Experience
Main Entrance
France Character Experience
France Fragrance Gardens Character Experience
Germany Character Experience
Mexico Character Experience
Morocco Character Experience
United Kingdom Character Experience
France Fountain
Hiro’s Workshop Character Experience
Headquarters Character Experience
Royal Sommerhaus Character Experience
Frozen Ever After Attraction Photos
Test Track Attraction Photos

Hollywood Studios

Sunset Boulevard
Animation Courtyard
Disney Junior Character Experience
Hollywood Boulevard
Jedi Training Academy
Hollywood Studios Entrance
Tower of Terror Attraction Photos
Rock N’ Roller Coaster Attraction Photos
Star Wars Launch Bay Character Experience
Celebrity Spotlight Character Experience
Red Carpet Character Experience
Commissary Lane Character Experience
Toy Story Land

Animal Kingdom

Adventurer’s Outpost Character Experience
Tree of Life on Discovery Island
Everest Bridge
Africa Bridge
Dinoland U.S.A. Welcome Center Character Experience
Main Entrance
Asia Ruins
Tree of Life Garden
Tree of Life Overlook
Wilderness Explorer Character Experience
DINOSAUR Attraction Photos
Cretaceous Trail Character Experience
Expedition Everest Attraction Photos
Everest Overlook
Pandora Overlook
Lion King Corner
Pandora Waterfall
Africa Marketplace
Aerial Adventures Character Experience
Treasure Cove Character Experience
Slamosaurus Character Experience
Lion King Step-in Frame

Typhoon Lagoon

Miss Adventure Falls
Lilo & Stitch Greeting
Gangplank Falls
Ketchakiddie Creek
Crush N’ Gusher
Surf Pool

Blizzard Beach

Tike’s Peak
Melt Away Bay
Snow Family
Sonny’s Sled
Summit Plummet
Teamboat Springs
Goofy Character Greeting

Additional Locations:

Disney PhotoPass photograhers are available at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach seasonally, and may not be available during the cooler months.
Dining Locations – You must dine at any of the following locations, where photographers are available, the pictures will show up in Memory Maker automatically.
- Be Our Guest Restaurant (Dinner only)
- Chef Mickey’s
- Cinderella’s Royal Table
- Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
- Mickey’s Backyard BBQ
- 1900 Park Fare
- ‘Ohana (Breakfast only)
- Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
Disney Springs PhotoPass Studio

Special Events

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

PhotoPass Photographer Location Tips

Disney Visa cardholders get access to a free, private meet & greet at Epcot in Innoventions West. Hours are 1:30-7pm daily.
Photographers in the water parks can get some very unique photos!
Different times of the day can create amazingly different photos!
Make early reservations for Crystal Palace and enter the park before opening for pictures of an empty Main Street!
If you find photos are missing from your account, get in touch with Disney – they can usually locate them for you.
If you are running out of space on your personal camera’s memory card, there are a few camera/photo centers that are able to allow you to download your photos and burn them to a CD.

Picture Spot Locations

Look for the Picture Spots! They can be located on the Park Maps or you can search “Picture Spot” in the My Disney Experience app to find them on the park maps.
- Magic Kingdom
  - Big Thunder Mountain
  - The Sword in the Stone (near Prince Charming’s Regal Carousel)
  - Tiki Statues
  - Splash Mountain
- Epcot
  - Germany
  - Japan
  - Morocco
  - Main Entrance
  - United Kingdom
  - China
  - Canada
  - France
- Hollywood Studios
  - Rock N’ Roller Coaster
  - Hollywood Studios Arch
- Animal Kingdom
  - Main Entrance

Product Pricing

Advance purchase of Memory Maker – $169
During- or after-vacation purchase of Memory Maker – $199
Digital Downloads (if Memory Maker was not purchased) – Price not listed.
Magnet: $14.95
Mug: $15.95
Photo Books: $39.95
Metal Prints: Starting at $29.95
Ornaments :Starting at $16.95
Stationery and More: Starting at $24.95
Coasters: Starting at $16.95
Wood Block Prints: $39.95
Phone Cases: Starting at $35.95
Place Mats: $29.95
Mouse Pad: $16.95
Premium Canvas: Starting at $59.95

Purchasing Tips

Check for special offers on any online PhotoPass page.
You may upload photos from your personal camera to use in Disney PhotoPass products or to order prints. You can also add borders or captions to them.

Contacting PhotoPass

Web – https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/photopass/contact-us/
Phone – (407) 560-4300