Tips for California Adventure in the Disneyland Resort:
Sometimes they allow people in about 30 minutes before scheduled opening to line up for the Radiator Springs Racers Fastpass, so make sure you arrive early.
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Tips for California Adventure in the Disneyland Resort:
Sometimes they allow people in about 30 minutes before scheduled opening to line up for the Radiator Springs Racers Fastpass, so make sure you arrive early.
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disneyland is the wildest ride in the wilderness! You’ll race along the tracks in a runaway mine car through an abandoned mine shaft ran by the Big Thunder Mining Company. You’ll even dart through the ghost town of Big Thunder and you might even hear conversations going on.
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Disneyland Resort in Anaheim is composed of two parks. Disneyland and California Adventure. In these two parks are more attractions than are in the four parks of the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Yes, for real! Some are the same, some are a bit different, and some are completely unique. But even though these two parks take up a smaller land mass, it can still take some planning to get through the parks and enjoy everything you can. So today, I am going to share with you some Disneyland Resort Planning and Touring Tips.
What are my transportation options at the Disneyland Resort? The Disneyland Resort has a monorail that runs between the parks and to the Grand Californian. However, the best mode of transportation is walking! Yes, the Disneyland Resort Hotels are situated so close to each other and to the parks that you can walk! If you stay at the Disneyland Hotel, you walk through Downtown Disney and are at the park entrance in about 7-10 minutes The Grand Californian has its own entrance to Disney’s California Adventure Park, which makes walking very convenient.
Does the Disneyland Resort open early for resort guests? Yes. One of the parks opens at 8AM every day. So for example if Disney’s California Adventure has Magic Morning Hours on Monday, Disneyland will have it on Tuesday, etc. Something else to keep in mind, if you have chosen to stay off site. Off site guests of Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels are allowed ONE morning of their stay to access a park early if they have a 3 day or more park ticket.
Do you recommend a park hopper or a base ticket for my Disneyland trip? I highly recommend a park hopper. The reason is because the parks are literally right across from each other. It makes it so easy, and valuable, to have a park hopper at the Disneyland Resort.
How many days are ideal to spend in the Disneyland parks? I think 3 days is ideal with a park hopper at the Disneyland parks. You will be able to see everything you want to see, plus enjoy some time at the parks. On the “no park days”, you can easily take a day trip to San Diego, drive to the beach, or even visit Legoland or Sea World.
Does Disneyland utilize FastPasses? Yes. Disneyland utilizes the ticket Fastpass system. One thing to note is to see World of Color, you MUST have a FastPass. It doesn’t interfere with your other Fastpasses throughout the day. It’s a good idea to FastPass the Radiator Springs Racers, as well as Fantasmic and World of Color if possible.
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The Disneyland Railroad in Disneyland Park is a vintage train that makes a full circle of the park. Walt Disney was a train enthusiast and even built a railroad in his backyard. When he designed the theme park, he put a railroad all the way around the perimeter.
The entire loop is 22 minutes long and approximately 1.2 miles. A train will run every 5 to 10 minutes throughout the day. You’ll be able to ride onboard 1 of 5 meticulously resorted, working narrow-gauge trains that include 4 sets of passenger cars.
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Animation Academy in California Adventure is home to a number of fun exhibits. It is a great way to spend an afternoon or during a rain storm. As you enter, be sure to look for the Pixie Dust on the floor.
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The Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland is an exciting jeep ride that takes you deep inside the cursed Temple of the Forbidden Eye. With Indy’s help, you can escape the supernatural pull of the Gates of Doom. Be sure not to look into the Forbidden Eye!
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Cozy Cone Motel in California Adventure is located in Radiator Springs. Each of the 5 giant cones serve different treats. Snacks and drinks range from $2.79 to $12.49.
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Considering a trip to Disneyland? Here is a list of the Disneyland attractions not at Disney World:
Disneyland Park
The Disneyland Story presenting Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
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If you are traveling with a little one, be sure to take advantage of the Baby Care Station at Disneyland. You will find the Disneyland location at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., next to First Aid. In California Adventure, it is next to Ghiradelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop in Pacific Wharf.
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Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin in Disneyland is a runaway taxicab ride as you stay on the trail of Roger Rabbit and Benny the Cab who are trying to find Jessica Rabbit. Make sure you avoid the villainous Weasles who are pouring Toon-melting Dip in the paths of passing vehicles! Turn your steering wheel and your car will rotate a full 360 degrees!
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Red Car Trolley in California Adventure can be found on Buena Vista Street. The two trolley cars are based on the Pacific Electri Railway trolleys that navigated the streets of Los Angeles from 1887 until 1961. Authentic to the time period, they feature advertising from the 1920’s inside the trolley. It runs on battery and the overhead wires are just for show.
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Sailing Ship Columbia in Disneyland is based on the majestic 3-masted Columbia Rediviva ship which sailed in 1790. It was the first American ship to sail around the globe and had a crew of 30 men.
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Astro Orbitor in Disneyland is a rocketship ride located in Tomorrowland. Similar to Dumbo, you fly in a 3 passenger rocket and use a level inside the ship to control how high you fly.
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Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is a great place for kids to burn off some steam while earning Wilderness Explorer Badges. Kids can explore paths, rock climb, glide down slides, experience rope bridges and inspect a cross-section from the Millennium Tree with growth rings dating back 1,000 years.
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The Games of the Boardwalk in California Adventure are located in Paradise Pier. The games are all themed to Disney characters and it includes Casey at the Bat, Dumbo Bucket Brigade, Bullseye Stallion Stampede and Goofy about Fishin’.
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Jungle Cruise in Disneyland is one of the original opening day attractions. It takes you on a guided tour of the world’s most remote rivers located in Asia, Africa and South America. During the holidays, it transforms into Jingle Cruise which makes the skippers even more lively and entertaining.
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Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters in Disneyland is arcade style ride where you assist Buzz in his fight against the Evil Emperor Zurg. Board your XP-40 Space Cruiser and pick up your canon to stop Zurg and earn points for your effort.
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Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular in California Adventure is an extremely entertaining and hilarious retelling of Aladdin and Jasmine’s story. The Genie makes every show a new experience for guests by taking his jokes from current headlines. Check the Times Guide for showtimes on the day of your visit.
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Tarzan’s Treehouse in Disneyland is a full size replica of his home in the movies. The 150-ton mammoth tree features 450 branches and over 6,000 leaves. When you make it to the top of the tree, you are rewarded with a breathtaking view of Disneyland park.
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Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree in California Adventure is a tractor hoedown set to music by Mater and the Billy Hill and the Hillbillies and Larry the Cable Guy. On this attraction, guests are pulled by baby Holstein Heifer Chewall Diesel Powered tractors that spin and slide around. Each tractor is unique, so make sure you notice the characteristics of your specific tractor.
Length of Ride: 2 minutes
Height Requirement: 32″
Scare Factor: Possible Motion Sickness
Rider Switch (for small kids): Yes
Weather Procedure: Closed in inclement weather
Ride Photo: No
Flash Photography: Yes
Queue: Queue has memorabilia from Lightning and Mater’s adventures. Talk about which things belong to which episodes of Mater’s Tall Tales (if you have seen them)
Open for Magic Mornings: Yes
Fastpass: No
When to Ride: First thing in the morning
Our Touring Strategy: We rode this one right after the Racers in the morning
Secrets/Tips and Tricks:
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From March 20th – April 12th, 2015, stop by Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree in Frontierland to meet Mr. Easter Bunny, Thumper, Roger and several other Disney characters in their Easter outfits.
Throughout the day, there will also be dancing cowboys and cowgirls. You’ll also find performances from Disney Performing Arts, egg decorating demonstrations, crafts, treats and more!
The fun will continue on the weekends through June 7th, but I am sure that the Easter Bunny will be long gone.
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