Hollywood Land might be the land in California Adventure with the strangest mix of personalities. The main drag of the street resembles a movie studio backlot, complete with false exteriors and forced perspective murals. But then the rear area mixes superhero meet and greets, Monstropolis, the Beast’s library, a sorcerer’s lair, etc. To explore Hollywood […] Read more…
April 2019 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – Mickey’s Philharmagic faces the main street, so it’s hard to miss. If you’re coming into Hollywood Land from Buena Vista Street, you’ll see the entrance on your left, one door down from Award Wieners. If you’re confused about the theater entrance, you’re not imagining things! It used […] Read more…
Hollywood Land is California Adventure’s living movie set. You’ll see painted backdrops, false buildings, even a few soundstages. And no backlot would be complete without its own water tower. You’ll find it in the backlot section of the land, to the right of Monsters, Inc. The Hollywood Water Tower draws inspiration from those located on […] Read more…
May 2017 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – The Collector’s Warehouse occupies most of the lower level of the Fortress. If you ride Guardians of the Galaxy, you’ll end up in the Warehouse. But if you want to visit the shop without riding, head to the left side of the building, and you’ll see the […] Read more…
May 2017 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – The Disney Junior Dance Party is hard to miss; its neon marquee is the largest in Hollywood Land. To find the theater, keep to the right side of the street. You’ll see the marquee about 1/3 of the way down, just before the Disney Animation building. BACKGROUND […] Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – Gone Hollywood occupies much of the block on Hollywood Land’s main street. If you’re coming into the land from Buena Vista Street, you’ll see Gone Hollywood on your left, across the walkway from the Disney Junior theater. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – mostly Mickey & Minnie, Marvel, and […] Read more…
California Adventure’s Hollywood Land transports guests into the height of old Hollywood. The land looks so much like a glamorous movie set it should be in black and white. This beautiful little street and backlot celebrate the magic of the movies, and inspires guests to dream up a dream of their own. Here are a […] Read more…
June 2012 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – Studio Catering Co. is parked in the backlot. To find this quick service truck, walk down Hollywood Land’s main street, and turn left at the Hyperion Theater. You’ll see the truck on your right, next to the Hollywood Backlot Stage. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – quick service […] Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – The Hollywood Backlot Stage is an open space in the Hollywood Studios section of this land. To find the stage, head to the back section of Hollywood Land, near Monsters, Inc. You’ll see the main stage on your right, across from the attraction entrance. Sometimes, a second […] Read more…
When I think of Hollywood Land in California Adventure, I think of neon lights, palm trees, and glamorous building facades. Basically – it’s all about the details! The sidewalks, window displays, and street signs all pay tribute to the heights of old Hollywood. No matter where you go in Hollywood land, magical little details await. Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – Off The Page stands tall, right in the middle of Hollywood Land’s main street. If you walk toward the backdrop, keep to the right and you’ll see the shop’s marquee, just after a rest area with bathrooms. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Disney collectibles (jewelry, figurines, ornaments) and […] Read more…
Hollywood Land is pretty busy during the daytime, but it gets a whole new vibe at night. The neon lights reflect off the street and trolley tracks, and the land suddenly feels like the famous umbrella scene from Singing In the Rain. It’s quiet, but vibrant, and there’s an extra dose of that old Hollywood feeling on […] Read more…
May 2016 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – Frozen Live plays multiple times per day at the Hyperion Theater in Hollywood Land. To find the theater, head all the way down the main street until you reach the large stage doors. BACKGROUND The Hyperion is the Disneyland Resort’s largest theater, and has always been home […] Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – If you enter Hollywood Land from Buena Vista Street, you’ll find the Fairfax Market on your left, about halfway down the block. If you’re coming from A Bug’s Land, keep to the left at the fork, and you’ll see the Market on your right. EXPERIENCE Details: Service […] Read more…