November 2016 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – PANDORA occupies a retail space right at the front of Downtown Disney, across from Naples Ristorante e Pizzeria. If you’re coming from the parks, you’ll see PANDORA on your left, just before Jamba Juice. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Jewelry and accessories Price Range – Most charms between […] Read more…
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Wetzel’s Pretzels claims an ideal corner spot next to the Uva Bar. To find it, head toward the center of Downtown Disney, near Marceline’s and Catal. You’ll find Wetzel’s on the north side, after the path around Uva narrows from an open circle. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type […] Read more…
Whenever I visit Downtown Disney, I like to walk the grounds of the Disneyland Hotel. Even if you aren’t staying at the hotel, it’s fun to visit Trader Sam’s and explore the scenery. On the path across from Trader Sam’s, toward Frontier Tower, you’ll find a small walkway. Follow this walkway, and you’ll stumble across […] Read more…
January 2001 – present LOCATION The Grand Californian bumps up against Grizzly Peak in California Adventure. The hotel is accessible from inside California Adventure, by the Grizzly River Run, or through Downtown Disney, across the walkway from Naples Ristorante e Pizzeria. BACKGROUND In the late 90s, Disneyland announced plans to massively expand Disneyland, finally turning […] Read more…
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – La Brea Express is part of the larger La Brea Bakery, at the end of Downtown Disney. If you head toward the park gates, you’ll see La Brea on your right; it’s the last building before you hit the esplanade between Disneyland and California Adventure. EXPERIENCE Details: […] Read more…
My favorite hotel at the Disneyland Resort is the Grand Californian. Whether or not you stay there, it’s a fun place to unwind, grab a drink, or just sit by the giant hearth and listen to live piano music. The lobby is extra magical during the holidays, thanks to a massive tree and garlands strung […] Read more…
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Sephora is one of the larger stores in the Downtown Disney district. You can find it on the southern side, next to the Grand Californian entrance off the strip. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – cosmetics & beauty accessories Price Range – most individual products are under $50, with […] Read more…
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is one of my favorite attractions at the Disneyland Resort; the queue, track, and mountainside are each so intricately detailed. There’s so much to see, and it’s impossible to take it all in when you’re racing on the train. Lucky for us, the Disneyland Hotel offers a unique birds-eye view. Venture into […] Read more…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…