The Disneyland Resort’s largest hotel is the massive Grand Californian, which sits right between California Adventure and much of Downtown Disney. The hotel lives up to its name, with tons of restaurants, lounges, and floors to explore. But did you know that the hotel has a hidden gem which pays tribute to some of California’s […] Read more…
Downtown Disney & Disneyland Resort Hotels
Wonderground Gallery
June 2012 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Wonderground Gallery sits on the western side of Downtown Disney’s large circle courtyard. The Gallery sits between Build-A-Bear Workshop and Tortilla Jo’s. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – unique art prints, paintings, and collectible souvenirs Price Range – smaller collectibles under $20, with some paintings as much as $500+ […] Read more…
La Brea Bakery
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – La Brea Bakery anchors the eastern corner of Downtown Disney. Head as far down the district as you can, in the direction of the park gates, and you’ll spot it. The Bakery overlooks the end water fountain, World of Disney, and the walkway toward the tram. EXPERIENCE […] Read more…
Marceline’s Confectionary
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Marceline’s Confectionary is located near the center of Downtown Disney, on the southern side of the street. If you are coming from the parks, you’ll find Marceline’s on the left, just after Anna & Elsa’s Boutique. If you are coming from the hotel end of Downtown Disney, […] Read more…
Naples Ristorante e Pizzeria
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Naples is located in the northeastern corner of Downtown Disney, near the park gates. If you are coming from the parks, keep to the right, and you’ll see Naples after the water fountain. If you are coming from the other end (by the hotels), keep to the […] Read more…
World of Disney
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – World of Disney anchors the eastern end of Downtown Disney. If you walk through Downtown Disney from the park gates, you’ll see the store on your left, just after La Brea Bakery. If you are coming from the hotel end of the district, keep to the right, and […] Read more…
The LEGO Store
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – The LEGO Store sits toward the western end of Downtown Disney. If you’re starting from the park gates, follow the main path and keep to the left side. You’ll see The LEGO Store on your left, just beyond the Jazz Kitchen. If you’re starting from the Disneyland […] Read more…
Uva Bar
January 2001 – April 2023 LOCATION Downtown Disney – Whether you entered Downtown Disney from the parks or from the hotels, you’d head straight down the main walkway and find the Uva Bar. The bar was at the very center of Downtown Disney, and the large circular space was hard to miss. EXPERIENCE Uva Bar […] Read more…
Storytellers Cafe
LOCATION Grand Californian Hotel – When you reach the lobby, head to the back of the hotel, by the pools. You’ll exit through the doors and head down a walkway, and the Storytellers Café will be on your left. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – table service Seating – several dining rooms Entertainment – character breakfast […] Read more…
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
LOCATION Disneyland Hotel – If you arrive at the Disneyland Hotel from Downtown Disney, turn left when the path opens up in front of the pools. Head down the left-hand path until you reach the large patio and fireplace, and you’ll see Trader Sam’s on your right. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – table service Seating […] Read more…