May 2015 – present LOCATION Fantasyland & Main Street USA – The parade starts in Fantasyland, at the plaza in front of It’s A Small World. From there, it winds down past the Mad Tea Party and the Matterhorn, along the right side of the castle, and down Main Street USA. The Paint the Night […] Read more…
The Disney Princess Fantasy Faire is a hub of activity, and is home to Disneyland’s princes and princesses. At the Faire, you can watch a live show, meet characters, or enjoy sugary snacks. Its prime location off Main Street USA makes it hard to miss. But did you know there is a hidden path to the […] Read more…
October 2008 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Along with the Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, Pixie Hollow is one of the two remote sections of Fantasyland, disconnected from the main land behind the castle. The entrance to Pixie Hollow is located off of Main Street USA. Turn right at the castle, toward the Matterhorn Bobsleds. You’ll […] Read more…
The Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, located off Main Street USA, is one of the most detailed and beautiful areas in the park. With its lively shows, souvenir carts, and princesses roaming the square, details within the Fantasy Faire are easy to miss. But attentive guests can find a hidden gem right in the heart of […] Read more…
October 2006 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Head toward the rear of Fantasyland, near It’s A Small World. Turn left at the Mickey And the Magical Map theater, and head up toward the stage. You’ll see Troubadour Tavern on your left, before the actual theater. Note: You do not have to see the show, wait […] Read more…
Guests looking for souvenir Mickey ears or a hat love Fantasyland’s Mad Hatter shop. This quaint shop, located right next to the Mad Tea Party and Alice in Wonderland, has the largest selection of hats outside of Main Street USA, as well as custom embroidery to personalize your purchase. But did you know that this […] Read more…
Fantasyland is full of beautiful details, wandering princesses, and sometimes even hosts a villain or two. But did you know there’s a villain who takes permanent residence in Fantasyland, watching over guests and characters alike? If you look closely at the window above the entrance to Snow White’s Scary Adventures, you’ll find a hidden gem… […] Read more…
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 “stolen trophies”. In the early days of the Disneyland, […] Read more…
If you’re a frequent park visitor, you probably know all the pathways of Disneyland inside and out. (Remember the days when you needed a map?) Real Disneyland pros know all of the short cuts, how to avoid parades, and the best ways to navigate fireworks or show traffic. But did you know there is a […] Read more…
Posing for ride photos is half the fun of Disneyland’s coasters, but it’s much harder to capture memories on the tamer rides. Taking photos on moving ride vehicles is a challenge, not to mention very distracting! To remedy this issue, Fantasyland has a number of stationary ride vehicles for guests to pose in, all of […] Read more…
The Disney Princess Fantasy Faire is the epicenter of royal happenings at Disneyland, and its detailed décor sets the perfect scene for the princesses and their respective princes. There is so much to take in at the Fantasy Faire, so most guests never notice its hidden gem: Figaro! Figaro, Geppetto’s beloved cat from Pinocchio, sits […] Read more…
September 2009 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Edelweiss Snacks is tucked behind the Matterhorn Bobsleds, overlooking a small pond. To reach this somewhat hidden dining spot, head to the Matterhorn (behind and to the right of the castle). Continue behind the Matterhorn, and you should see Edelweiss Snacks across the walkway from the main entrance […] Read more…
With all of the hustle and bustle in Disneyland, it’s hard to find a quieter place to relax and take in the sights. Main Street USA is the busiest land of them all, with a constant stream of visitors and tons of activities at all hours of the day. But did you know that one […] Read more…
May 1983 – February 2017 LOCATION Fantasyland – When you entered through the castle, you’d find the Village Haus on your left, around the corner past Pinocchio’s Daring Journey. If you arrived in Fantasyland from Frontierland, you’d see the restaurant first thing on your right. And if you entered Fantasyland from Tomorrowland or Mickey’s Toontown, […] Read more…