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Disneyland General Information

Walt Disney's original theme park, Disneyland, opened on July 17, 1955.  It has over 60 attractions, shows and entertainment spread through eight themed lands: Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Frontierland, Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown and Tomorrowland.

The blueprint for three other "Magic Kingdoms," Disneyland is the "Happiest Place on Earth" and is now the heart of the Disneyland Resort.

Browse through these pages to see what there is to see and do at this magical place.

Quick Links: General Overview | Fun Facts | Shopping and Dining | Attractions

Special Events

The Merriest Place on Earth  - The Disneyland Resort becomes the “Merriest Place on Earth” November 18 through January 2, with a festive lineup of holiday entertainment.  Disneyland park will offer the “it’s a small world holiday” attraction, Haunted Mansion Holiday and a colorfully decorated 60-foot Christmas tree.  Other highlights include “A Christmas Fantasy” parade and “Remember ... Dreams Come True" fireworks spectacular.

Happiest Homecoming on Earth - This celebration, honoring Disneyland's 50th Anniversary, is a unique opportunity for new and returning guests to be part of an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime milestone anniversary and the park’s biggest event ever. It’s also a fun-filled tribute to the rich legacy of innovation, creativity and storytelling that has made Disneyland a national treasure.  Some highlights of the celebration include:

  • Sleeping Beauty Castle - The focal point of the celebration has been transformed into an elegant “Crown Jewel,” gowned in richly colored finery, royal banners, adorned with custom-made jewel-like stones, decorated in gold, topped by five regal turret “crowns,” and glowing with enchantment as never before.

  • Walt Disney’s Parade of Dreams - Audiences are immersed in the musical grandeur and visual spectacle of this innovative new parade, featuring one of the largest casts of Disney Characters and performers ever assembled.

  • Remember . . . Dreams Come True - The acclaimed new fireworks spectacular, the most elaborate in Disneyland history, is a truly immersive, uniquely Disney entertainment experience highlighted by an incredible musical score, dramatic close proximity pyrotechnics, never-before-seen firework designs and an incredible new flight path for Tinker Bell.

  • Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters - This all-new Tomorrowland adventure is inspired by a Walt Disney Pictures presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios film, “Toy Story 2,” and takes guests on a comical interactive space mission featuring cutting-edge online technology that allows fans at-home to join in the excitement - - a first for any Disney theme park attraction in the world.

  • Space Mountain - This classic Disneyland adventure (voted the most popular Disney theme park attraction in a recent nationwide poll) has been re-“Imagineered” for the 21st century and features an all-new queue and Space Port, redesigned rockets, an all-new exhilarating on-board audio soundtrack and “out of this world” new effects.

  • Disneyland: The First 50 Magical Years - Created exclusively for the 50th anniversary, this new attraction features a funny and heartwarming film hosted by famed Hollywood stars Steve Martin and Donald Duck and showcases the rich Disneyland heritage of laughter, innovation, imagination and storytelling.

  • Happiest Faces on Earth . . . A Disney Family Album - Smiles and memories combine in a series of 34 gigantic photo collages of classic Disney imagery comprised of over 100,000 guest photos that speaks to the emotional connection people have to “The Happiest Place on Earth.”

  • Golden Attraction Vehicles - Select, original attraction vehicles from 1955 have received the “Midas Touch” and have been transformed into stunning visions of gold including a steed from King Arthur Carrousel, an Autopia car, a cup from the Mad Tea Party and Dumbo the Flying Elephant.

Attractions

In the more than 45 years since Opening Day, the number of Disneyland attractions has grown from fewer than 20 to more than 60. Some attractions have come and gone. Many have evolved with time and technology. A few, essentially unchanged, have continued to entertain generations of Disneyland guests.  See what's waiting for you on your trip to Disneyland on the attraction page.

In Adventureland, guests can explore a “wildly” entertaining attraction inspired by Disney’s hit motion picture, Tarzan. Tarzan’s Treehouse is a “climb-through” experience, which tells the story of Tarzan’s remarkable survival and coming-of-age in the jungle. At the base of the tree, guests find an interactive play area where his mate, Jane, has turned salvaged belongings into playthings and musical instruments for her jungle friends.

Autopia—a favorite DISNEYLAND attraction since the original version debuted on opening day—features new visual show elements, restyled car bodies and an entertaining new pre-show area. Before their ride, guests can view a giant video screen playing humorous animated scenes of cars discussing life’s challenges, providing insights into the world as they see it. Wacky billboards and unexpected “road hazards” surprise and amuse guests once they’re on Autopia’s expanded track layout that wends through Tomorrowland and Fantasyland.

Dining

In one year Disneyland guests buy: 4 million hamburgers, 1.6 million hot dogs, 3.4 million orders of french fries, 1.5 million servings of popcorn, 3.2 million servings of ice cream, 1.2 million gallons of soft drinks and 2.8 million churros.  Take a look to see what's available from quick service to table service on our dining information page.

Disney Dining Priority Seating - Priority dining arrangements are available at any of the 20 full-service restaurants throughout the Disneyland Resort, including Character Dining, Casual Dining and Fine Dining.  Call (714) 781-DINE (3463).

Shopping

Examples of the many shopping adventures at Disneyland can be found on the shopping page.

Browse through the quaint shops in New Orleans Square including the new Le Bat en Rouge that features Disney Villains and Nightmare Before Christmas Merchandise.  Main Street, U.S.A. has a variety of shops that range from Disney souvenirs, character clothing and plush toys, magic tricks and custom made watches.  Stop by Disneyana or The Disney Gallery for collectibles and one-of-a-kind merchandise or the Candy Palace for homemade delicacies.

Services

AAA Auto Club Corner - The specially themed center, staffed by Auto Club professionals, is conveniently located next to City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A., the main entry and exit area for Disneyland Park guests. The location is open during the Park's regular operating hours, providing AAA services to members, including hotel reservations.  Also providing towing and flat tire services to non-members during Park hours without assessing a fee.

Baby Care Center: The Baby Center is available for preparing formulas, warming bottles and changing infants. The Center also offers baby sundries for purchase including diapers, Carnation formulas, bottles and pacifiers. Diaper machines and changing tables are available in most rest rooms throughout the Park.

Banking Service: Check cashing up to $20 with proper identification is available at the Starcade in Tomorrowland. ATM machines, presented by CHASE, are located for your convenience: outside the Main Entrance near the Guest Relations window; near the Bank of Main Street; in the Frontierland stockade near the telephones; in the Premiere Shop, Tomorrowland; the Starcade in Tomorrowland; at the Fantasyland Theatre; and in The Disneyland Pacific Hotel lobby.  Basic banking services and foreign currency exchange are provided at City Hall.

Credit Cards: Visa is a proud sponsor of the Disneyland Resort.  Traveler's Checks, Cash, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express and JCB are also accepted at most stores and restaurants.

Disney Dollars: The official currency of the Disneyland Resort, Disney Dollars are available in various denominations and feature limited-edition designs.  Great for Disney collectors of giving as gifts!  Purchase yours today at selected Resort locations.

Entertainment: For up-to-date entertainment schedules, stop by City Hall or consult the Disneyland Today brochure.

First Aid: Registered nurses are on duty at all times in the First Aid Center, at the end of East Plaza Street, just off Main Street.

Foreign Currency: Foreign currency may be presented for most purchases for the current exchange rate. It may also be exchanged at City Hall.

Information: Complete Disneyland Resort information is available at Information Centers at City Hall and Central Plaza. The Central Plaza Information Center posts wait times for many attractions as well as show and parade times for the day.

For advance Disneyland information, contact Disneyland Guest Relations, P.O. Box 3232, Anaheim, CA 92803 or phone (714) 781-4565 or (213) 626-8605, ext. 4565. Information for The Disneyland Hotel and The Disneyland Pacific Hotel are available by writing directly to the respective hotel: The Disneyland Hotel, 1150 West Cerritos Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802, telephone (714) 778-6600; and The Disneyland Pacific Hotel, 1717 S. West Street, Anaheim, CA 92802, telephone (714) 999-0990. Reservations for either hotel can be made by calling (714) 956-6400.

Kennel Club: The kennel is located right of the Main Entrance. The charge is $10 for the day. Food and water are provided. There are no overnight accommodations for pets.

Lost Children: Facilities for the care of lost children are maintained next to the First Aid Center at the end of Main Street. Messages for lost persons may be left at City Hall in Town Square.

Locker Facilities: Locker facilities are located between the Market House and Disney Clothiers on Main Street. Lockers large enough for suitcases are located near the Parking Lot Tram Stop.

Package Check Service: Shop and check your purchases for pickup later in the day at Newsstand (Main Entrance), Star Trader (Tomorrowland) and Pioneer Mercantile (Frontierland).  Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests may have purchases delivered to Bell Services for next-day pickup after 7am.  Certain restrictions apply.

Parking: Disneyland parking

  • $11.00 for Cars and motorcycles

  • $13.00 for Oversized vehicles, motor homes and tractors without trailers

  • $18.00 for Buses and tractors with extended trailers

  • Valet Parking: Available from 5:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. for $6.

Physical Considerations: For safety and comfort, you should be in good health and free from heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by certain attractions.  Expectant mothers should not ride.  Young children should be accompanied by an adult.

Prepaid Phone Cards:  Vending machines offering AT&T Prepaid Calling Cards are located in Disneyland Park inside the Main Street, U.S.A. locker area and at the Starcade in Tomorrowland.

Readmission Policy:  If you leave the park and plan to return the same day, you must get your hand stamped when you exit.  To re-enter, you must present your ticket or Resort ID as well as your hand stamp.

Safety Considerations: Walt Disney World works to maintain a comfortable, safe and enjoyable environment for all Guests.  Please assist by showing common courtesy to fellow Park Guests.  Please be respectful of others.  Do not use profanity or engage in unsafe, illegal or offensive behavior.  Please abide by all safety warnings and notices.  Proper attire, including shirts and shoes, must be worn at all times.

Services for Guests with Disabilities: For specific information, obtain a copy of the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities. An audio tape tour and Disneyland Braille Guidebook are available in City Hall. Written aids are available for use at many Disneyland attractions. A limited number of wheelchairs and electric convenience vehicles are available. Guests must be at least 18 years of age to rent or operate an electric convenience vehicle.

Smoking: For the comfort of all Guests, smoking is allowed in designated areas only.  Please look for the smoking symbol on park guide maps for specific locations.

Wheelchair and Stroller Rentals: Available for rental just inside the Main Entrance. Strollers are $7 per day and wheelchairs are $27 per day including a $20 refundable deposit. Electric carts are $50 for the day, including a $20 refundable deposit; a driver's license and credit card are required for electric carts.

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