Buena Vista Street celebrates 1920s Los Angeles, where Walt and Roy founded Walt Disney Productions and changed the world of animation forever. So where better in the park to hide a little tribute to his legendary team? First, we have to know who we’re looking for. You may have heard of Walt Disney’s Nine Old […] Read more…
Welcome to the Tivan Collection. You’re so fortunate – the Collector is offering tours of his latest pieces today! Please, come in, but first…his greeters strongly recommend you explore the gardens first. They’re part of the collection. These unusual stones and potted plants are just some of the discoveries the Collector made as he explored […] Read more…
Buena Vista Street is California Adventure’s little art deco wonderland. While Main Street USA brings charm and nostalgia, California Adventure’s front street is all about style and glamour. From the cobblestones to the highest railings, every inch of Buena Vista real estate looks fit for Hollywood royalty. If you’ve ever walked down the block, you’ve […] Read more…
June 2019 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – The Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is tucked beneath the tracks of the Incredicoaster. To find the attraction, head toward the Pixar Pal-A-Round from either direction. If you’re coming from the Goofy’s Sky School/Silly Swings side, you’ll see the Whirlwind on your right, after you walk beneath the […] Read more…
Pixar Pier has been anchoring the southern side of California Adventure for about a year and a half now, but it still feels new and a little unfamiliar. I still find myself exploring the boardwalk, finding new details and appreciating the brighter color scheme. Paradise Pier was a softer color scheme, playing second fiddle to […] Read more…
April 2019 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – Jessie’s Critter Carousel overlooks the central section of Pixar Pier. To find the attraction, walk over the bridge and follow the path as it curves down to the lower boardwalk. You’ll see the carousel on your left, just after the Incredicoaster. If you’re coming from the other […] Read more…
California Adventure draws a lot of attention at night. With neon lights, massive thrill rides, and the always stunning World of Color, crowds flock to the bright excitement of the park. But other lands don’t have that same energy in the evening, and for me, that’s a good thing. If I want to just roam […] Read more…
Buena Vista Street is California Adventure’s primary nostalgia spot. Guests here can enjoy handmade sweets, listen to the 5 & Dime, or hop on the Red Car Trolley. Like Main Street, Buena Vista Street’s nostalgia doesn’t fully extend into the shops; virtually every retail space sells the newest Disney goods. But one shop has a […] Read more…
At first glance, Paradise Gardens Park might seem like a land without an identity. It’s the only land in California Adventure without any clear marker indicating its beginning or end, and its hosting of festivals means the décor and layout often change with the season. But when you take some time to really explore the […] Read more…
When the sun goes down in California Adventure, Cars Land shows its full personality. The buildings shine in neon lights, the mountains glow in brilliant red, and the street buzzes with newfound energy. Every night, Cars Land transforms from a sleepy little town into a bustling neighborhood block party. I love to walk down the […] Read more…
Something unusual happens when the sun goes down in California Adventure. Crowds seem to float toward the neon glow in Cars Land and Pixar Pier, and the other lands start to get a little quiet. No land experiences this quite like Pacific Wharf. That’s not to say the land empties; rather, its walkways are dark […] Read more…
When Walt and his Imagineers designed Disneyland, they included tons of little nods to Walt’s interests, loved ones, and life. Imagineers continued these tributes without Walt during the design of California Adventure, so both parks at the Disneyland Resort celebrate the things Walt loved most. Take Buena Vista Street for example. This street is supposed […] Read more…
Pixar Pier has only been in California Adventure for about a year, so for most park visitors, there’s still so much detail to discover. Each “neighborhood” in this land has its own little personality, and with each comes slightly different stylized architecture, decorations, and little gems to find. Visitors to the boardwalk shrink to the […] Read more…
June 2018 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – If you walk through Pixar Pier, Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff is almost impossible to miss. Head toward Pixar Pal-A-Round from any direction, and you’ll see Bing Bong’s marquee across the walkway, nestled beneath the Incredicoaster track. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Candy, pastries, chocolate, caramel corn, and other […] Read more…