November 2001 – January 2018 LOCATION Downtown Disney – Build-A-Bear stood in a prime location in Downtown Disney…right at the center! Build-A-Bear was on the north end of the main Downtown Disney circle, next to RIDEMAKERZ. QUICK FACTS Details: Merchandise – Teddy bears and stuffed animals, clothes and accessories for the toys Unique Features – […] Read more…
If you’ve been to a Disney park in the last few years, you’re familiar with the all-inclusive admission process. You buy one pass per guest, and it’s good all day, for every ride. But that wasn’t always the case. Disneyland visitors used to pay per attraction, in what was called the A-E Ticketing System. In […] Read more…
June 1956 – present LOCATION Main Street USA – The fireworks are designed for the view from Main Street USA, but they don’t technically belong to any particular land. The show lights up the night sky at roughly 9:30 pm every evening, and virtually every land in the park offers at least partial views of […] Read more…
The Disneyland Resort is a welcoming, family-friendly place…but sometimes, guests need a little extra help. Each park is equipped with several different Care Centers, to provide additional support, resources, and safe spaces for visitors and their families. BABY CARE If you have a little one with you at the park, sometimes you need a quiet […] Read more…
When I think back to my first few visits to the Disneyland Resort, I’m amazed at how much I missed out on by making just a few basic mistakes. Disneyland has TONS to see and do, and knowing where to start can sometimes be overwhelming. With that in mind, I’ve put together a list of […] Read more…
Mickey’s Toontown may be one of the smaller lands in Disneyland, but that doesn’t mean it has any less magic. Every time you turn the corner in Toontown, you’re bound to discover some kind of secret or hidden gag. Some of the most popular gags require a little effort, like pushing a button or pulling […] Read more…
Source: Inside the Magic October 2010 – April 2012 LOCATION Sunshine Plaza & Hollywood Land – When the show first opened, the main stage sat in Sunshine Plaza. The arcade and movie screenings were located in Hollywood Land, slightly separate from the main performances. But after about a month, the entire show moved into Hollywood […] Read more…
Today is a big day for pin traders at Disneyland…it’s the start of Disney Pin Quest! What is Pin Quest, you ask? Source: WD Pro Media Disney Pin Quest is part scavenger hunt, part pin trading madness. The event launched in Walt Disney World a few months ago, and now the adventure has reached the […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess Vol. 9, a monthly Q&A post covering a variety of resort-related topics. Ask The Duchess answers questions submitted by readers. If you have a question you’d like answered, send me a message here! 1. Do I have to go through bag check every time I hop parks? (submitted by Ken) No! The great thing about Disneyland […] Read more…
July is Disneyland’s birthday month, so it’s always a busy one at the Resort. This July was no different: parties, announcements, Pokemon, mishaps…never a dull moment at the park. DISNEYLAND TURNS 61 July 17 is possibly the most important day of the year for Disney fans in Anaheim; it’s Disneyland’s birthday! The park turns 61 […] 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…
San Diego Comic-Con is in full swing this weekend, and Disney fans finally heard some news we were all a bit in denial about: the Tower of Terror is closing. The classic Hollywood Land attraction will become a Guardians of the Galaxy attraction called “Breakout”. This new ride will still be randomized drop-ride, but will […] Read more…
May 2012 – present LOCATION Paradise Gardens Park – The Magic Key Terrace sits above the vineyards, overlooking Cars Land. To find the Terrace, head toward the Wine Country Trattoria (the large Italian restaurant between Cars Land and The Little Mermaid). The stairs to the terrace are to the right of the Trattoria entrance. EXPERIENCE […] Read more…
It’s the middle of summer, so it may seem strange to be talking about Halloween already! But for those of you planning a visit to the Disneyland Resort this fall, you need to plan ahead. Tickets for the largest fall event at the resort – Mickey’s Halloween Party – go on sale today for annual […] Read more…