Tips & Trivia

Dietary Restrictions

If youโ€™re a vegetarian, have food allergies, or any kind of dietary restrictions, figuring out where to eat in Disneylandย would seem likeย a challenge. But have no fear, Disneyland has tons of choices for guests with specific food requirements, and a number of restaurants will also accommodate specialty meal requests with your reservation. The following is […] Read more…

Lockers

Lockers

If youโ€™re visiting the resort on a day where you need layers, or if you end up purchasing lots of souvenirs, you might want a locker to store your belongings. The Disneyland Resort has lockers in four different locations, and rentals range from $7 to $15 per day, depending on the locker size. Esplanade โ€“ […] Read more…

ATMs

ATMs

Though all of the shops, restaurants, and carts at the Disneyland Resort accept credit cards, you may find yourself in need of cash during your visit. If thatโ€™s the case, you donโ€™t have to go off property to visit a bank. The resort has a number of ATMs located both in the parks and around […] Read more…

Stolen Trophies

Stolen Trophies

Most Disney fans would love to take a piece of the park home with them, but some fans take this to an extreme. Instead of buying a souvenir or ride photo, some guests go so far as to steal from the rides themselves, taking mementos as โ€œstolen trophiesโ€. In the early days of the Disneyland, […] Read more…

Ride Cameras

One of my favorite things about riding the bigger coasters and thrill rides in Disneyland is checking out the photo afterward. Sometimes theyโ€™re funny, sometimes theyโ€™re embarrassing, but theyโ€™re always a great way to remember your trip to the park. The following is a list of the rides at the resort with cameras, with my […] Read more…

Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World

Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World

If you follow me on Twitter, you probably know that I visited Walt Disney World in Orlando for the first time since I was very small (I had no memory of it!). I definitely had a magical week, and during my visit I felt an interesting mix of familiarity and newness, particularly in the Magic […] Read more…

Deaths At The Resort

Since itโ€™s opening in 1955, the Disneyland Resort has had its fair share of mishaps, some of which have unfortunately left guests and cast members severely injured. In a number of cases, some of these incidents ultimately lead to the death of either a guest or a cast member, prompting a series of investigations into […] Read more…

PhotoPass

PhotoPass

When youโ€™re visiting the park, you may want to have a nice photo taken by a Disneyland photographer at one of the parkโ€™s landmarks. In order to make this process as easy and efficient as possible, Disneyland has a system to help you keep track of your photos: PhotoPass. A PhotoPass is a free card […] Read more…

While You Wait

BASIC INFO App Name: While You Wait Company Name: Brett Rounsaville App Price: $1.99 Free version: No HOW IT WORKS While You Wait is a scavenger hunt app that challenges park guests to find hidden details as they wait in line. To play, select the land youโ€™re visiting, and flip through the clue photos to […] Read more…

Lots To Do in Line

Lots To Do In Line

BASIC INFO App Name: Lots To Do In Line Company Name: Frantic Goose Applications App Price: $5.99 Free version: Yes HOW IT WORKS Lots To Do In Line is an interactive app that makes the worst part of visiting Disneyland, waiting in lines, part of the fun. You can select the specific line you are […] Read more…

Disneyland Menus

BASIC INFO App Name: Disneyland Menus Company Name: Floraโ€™s Secret App Price: $0.99 Free version: No HOW IT WORKS Disneyland Menus is an easy-to-use app that offers breakdowns of Disneyland and California Adventure dining options, sorted by land. You can look at breakfast, lunch/dinner, or snack menus for the various restaurants in each land, and […] Read more…

City Hall

City Hall & Guest Relations Lobbies

Disneyland can be a little overwhelming at times, and you may find yourself looking for some extra guidance during your trip. Whether you are looking for show times, need dining reservations, or are looking for disability assistance, the guest relations lobbies scattered throughout the resort are there to help. The biggest guest relations center in […] Read more…

Opening Day Experience

Have you ever wondered what it was like to visit Disneyland on Opening Day in 1955? Even though the park has dramatically changed, expanded, and updated since its debut, youโ€™d be surprised at how many of the original rides and attractions are still fan favorites today. This touring plan is designed to mimic the Opening […] Read more…

Mickey's Halloween Party

Mickey’s Halloween Party

OVERVIEW Every fall, after the gates to the park close and night falls over Disneyland, the park transforms into a Halloween wonderland. Fog pours into the park, spider webs appear across the castle, and the villains from classic Disney films prowl Main Street USA. From late September through October, guests can witness these sights and […] Read more…

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