Ocean Park / Disneyland any good for 2 year olds?

[Liquorice]

Trying to think of a nice day out. Are there rides / play areas in Ocean Park or Disneyland that are suitable for 2 year olds?

[AmyH]

I prefer disneyland for my two year old. She can go on most of the rides and it is mainly flat so if you have a stroller it is easier to get around. She also loved the parade and seeing all of the characters so it was a very enjoyable day out.

[thanka2]

I haven't been to Disneyland. I am making it my goal to stay as far away from that place as long as I can but, that's just my personal thing. However, we really love Ocean Park. One of my issues with Disney is how commercialized it is. But, I think Ocean Park is far more educational--you can see lovely animals, go to the aquarium and there is a small area of rides for small children. But, I'm sure Disney will have more rides for small children. I think either is a good choice if you're just thinking of things to do for small children--my son had a good time at 2-years-old when we first took him to Ocean Park--they also have a stage show for little kids. I also like that Ocean Park is a home-grown, local theme park, not a corporate brand.

[carang]

when my eldest was a baby, we bought a year pass for OP. he loved it from the time he was 10months (he was an early walker, but we still took a stroller).

both of my kids still love OP but they also like disney. disney is more expensive but OP is catching up fast.

[aussie mum]

I would say both are fantastic for 2 year olds. Disney I think has more options for 2 year olds and is stroller friendly (lots of shows etc are in aircon too which is a plus in the summer). Ocean park is catching up. My kids can quite happily spend a few hours in the aquarium and panda areas without needing any other rides or attractions.

[2010-NewDad]

Our one year old loves Ocean Park, especially the Aquarium. Have not been to Disney yet.. Ocean Park is incredibly commercialized too though - $20 for a $7 bottle of tea, every attraction ends in a retail shop etc etc. Still, lots of fun and I am sure will be returning with my daughter soon.

[carang]

yes, OP has changed dramatically over the past 10 years.

[Liquorice]

Thanks everyone.