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.
Sailing Ship Columbia is 110-feet-long with the main mast tower towering at 84 feet. The port side offers mainland views and starboard offers views of Tom Sawyer Island. There are also 10 cannons and 2 deck-mounted swivel guns that were used to protect the ship from ruthless pirates.
Below the main deck, you will find historical displays that recreate the living conditions of the 18th-century sailors who called the ship home for 3 years while they made their historic voyage.
The Sailing Ship Columbia takes you in a full circle around Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island in about 15 minutes. You can visit anytime before it closes at dusk, but I would suggest visiting in the early afternoon.
You would also enjoy Astro Blasters in Disneyland.
Learn more about Disneyland Parks.