Disney World and Disneyland Resort both contain classic attractions, characters and much more Disney magic. However, there are planning differences between these 2 U.S. locations. For frequent Disney World visitors or first time Disneyland visitors, these planning tips show just how different Disneyland Resort versus Disney World can be. Learn planning differences of Disneyland vs. Disney World below.
1. Park Hopper
One of the disadvantages of Park Hopper at Disney World is travel time to actually park hop. However, at Disneyland Resort guests will find the 2 main theme park entrances across from each other. This close proximity makes park hopping at Disneyland Resort as easy as walking from one park entrance to the other, in minutes.
2. Resorts
Disneyland Resort offers 3 Resort options where as Disney World offers more than 30 on-site Resorts. Of the 3, the lowest price option is Paradise Pier Hotel. Al though, staying “on-site” at Disneyland Resort has less advantages than Disney World offers. For this reason and because of the in-city location, staying off-site at Disneyland Resort can be just as good an option with cheaper rates.
3. Less Days Needed
Past guests who have been to both Disney World and Disneyland Resort say that fewer days are needed to feel satisfied at Disneyland Resort. Disney World contains 4 main theme parks, 2 water parks plus Disney’s Boardwalk and Disney Springs. Where as Disneyland Resort contains 2 main theme parks and Downtown Disney. In each case I recommend at least 1 full day per park, excluding travel days. This would make Disney World a minimum of 6 days and Disneyland Resort a minimum of 4 days.
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