Split-day nap planner
The best park days with little kids usually aren't the longest ones. Go early, leave by lunch, rest, and come back for one big evening moment. Enter your times and print the plan.
Last checked: Oct 31, 2026
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Your split-day timeline
Enter park hours, when you'll leave, travel time and rest length to build your timeline.
How this works
Your day starts at park opening, or 30 minutes earlier if your hotel offers Early Theme Park Entry. The morning block runs until the time you choose to leave. We then add your travel time, your rest length, and travel back.
The evening is deliberately simple: pick one big moment, not a checklist. Everything else is bonus.
The sleep figures are a general guide from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, not medical advice for your child.
FAQ
What is a split day?
You go to the park early, leave around lunch, rest at your hotel (nap, pool, quiet time), then come back in the late afternoon for the evening. It's common advice for families with little kids.
How much sleep do toddlers need?
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends 11–14 hours per 24 hours (including naps) for ages 1–2, 10–13 hours for ages 3–5, and 9–12 hours for ages 6–12.
Where do I find park hours?
On Disney's official park hours calendar. Hours change by date, so check close to your trip.
Can I bring snacks for the break?
Disney's FAQ says outside food is allowed, with no glass containers and no loose or dry ice.
Sources
- Source: Walt Disney World: Early Theme Park Entry · Last checked: Oct 31, 2026
- Source: American Academy of Sleep Medicine: pediatric sleep consensus · Last checked: Oct 31, 2026
- Source: Walt Disney World FAQ: outside food and drink · Last checked: Oct 31, 2026
Every figure on this site is listed on our sources page.
Related guide: A split-day plan for toddlers