Source: AllEars February 2001 – September 2008 LOCATION Paradise Pier – Burger Invasion sat along the waterway of Paradise Pier, in front of the grand Paradise Pier Hotel. Guests could find this quick service spot by walking down the pathway on the right hand side of Paradise Bay, toward Mickey’s Fun Wheel. Today, this space houses […] Read more…
There are tons of rides in the Disneyland Resort that offer fast pass, and having so many choices can be daunting to newer park visitors. If you can’t grab every available fast pass during your visit, which are the best ones to go for? The following is a guide to which fast passes I find […] Read more…
If your favorite part of a Disney trip is visiting the thrilling coasters, odds are you’re a pro at using fast passes or hopping in the single rider lines. Both are great ways to avoid big wait times, and each opens up time in your day to visit more rides! Some attractions at the Disneyland […] Read more…
Source: Matterhorn 1959 April 1957 – September 1966 LOCATION Tomorrowland – Guests could find the Yacht Bar in Tomorrowland, overlooking the lagoon. To reach the Yacht Bar, guests followed the main path from Main Street USA to the waterfront, and the Yacht Bar stood on the left. Today, this is the approximate location of Tomorrowland […] Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Paradise Gardens Park – If you’re coming from Buena Vista Street, head toward the Wine Country Trattoria. When you reach the restaurant, follow the path around the bend, and you’ll see a pathway leading to the Terrace on your right. If you’re coming from the boardwalk or Grizzly Peak, head […] Read more…
Main Street USA is by far Disneyland’s most famous street; it’s always buzzing and usually has live entertainment throughout. But did you know that Main Street is not Disneyland’s only street? In fact, the park is loaded with streets; they’re just not as famous as their lively neighbor. The following is a guide to all […] Read more…
July 1965 – present LOCATION Main Street USA – President Lincoln anchors the right entrance to the park. When you arrive on Main Street, turn right and you’ll see him toward the end of the block, next to the Disney Gallery. BACKGROUND Walt originally envisioned an extension of Main Street with an animatronic attraction paying […] Read more…
June 2012 – present LOCATION Buena Vista Street – Carthay Circle is the largest building on Buena Vista Street, so it’s hard to miss. Head to the center plaza at the end of the street, and you’ll see Carthay Circle on your left, next to the entrance to Hollywood Land. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – […] Read more…
New Orleans Square: July 1987 – August 2009 Main Street USA: October 2009 – present LOCATION Main Street USA – The Disney Gallery is located right at the front of the street. At the main gate, keep to the right to enter the park. You’ll see the Gallery on your right, just before Great Moments […] Read more…
UPDATE: as of January 15, 2021, Disneyland has indefinitely suspended the annual pass program. For information about its replacement, Magic Key, see my post here. Annual passes are tools of the trade for Disneyland veterans, but for those new to the system, choosing a pass can be tricky. Each pass has its own pros and […] Read more…
January 2003 – January 2016 LOCATION Hollywood Land – To find the Aladdin show, which was housed in the Hyperion Theater, guests followed the main path through Hollywood land from Buena Vista Street. The theater stood the end of the main road, just before the turn toward the Tower of Terror. BACKGROUND The Hyperion Theater in Hollywood […] Read more…