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From: tanida@gso.saic.com (Tom Tanida)
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Subject: Disneyland FAQ
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Disneyland Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Part 1
(Last update June 14, 1994)
This document is Copyright (c) 1994, by Walt Hoffman, all rights reserved.
It is intended for public use, and may be redistributed freely printed or
electronically in its complete and unaltered form provided distribution is
done at no charge to the receiver. Partial and other distribution means
require the permission of the author.
The Disneyland FAQ document is intended to provide information to answer
the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Disneyland Park in Anahiem,
California, USA. All reasonable efforts have been made to make sure this
information is accurate, but the author cannot be held responsible for
errors or schedule changes. This FAQ list is maintained by Walt Hoffman
based upon the original list was created by Adrian McCarthy. This
Disneyland FAQ is published 3-4 times a year. Please send any suggestions
and comments on the Disneyland FAQ to Walt Hoffman at
Walter.T.Hoffman@jpl.nasa.gov or whoffman@ganymede.jpl.nasa.gov.
CHANGES SINCE LAST POSTING: Reorganized sections, updated operating hours,
prices, entertainment, attraction refurbishment schedule and closures, and
What's Happening at the Park information.
HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?
-- Contact Disneyland Guest Relations at (714) 999-4565, (213) 626-8605,
extension 4565 or visit Disneyland's City Hall. The address for Disneyland
is 1313 Harbor Boulevard, P.O. Box 3232, Anaheim, CA 92803-3232.
-- For other Disney information see the rec.arts.disney FAQ and WDW FAQ
maintained by Tom Tanida (tanida@gso.saic.com). These include information
for Walt Disney World (WDW) theme parks, plus other general Disney
entertainment such as film, movies, and television. The FAQ documents can
be obtained using ftp to rtfm.mit.edu and looking in the
pub/usenet/news.answers directory.
HOURS OF OPERATION: Here is the schedule information from an updated
Disney calendar. Everything is subject to change.
A: 8 am to 1 am () Basic Annual Passport not valid
B: 8 am to midnight on these days
C: 9 am to midnight
D: 9 am to 11 pm
E: 9 am to 10 pm
F: 9 am to 7 pm
G: 10 am to 6 pm
June '94
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1F 2F 3C ( 4B) Aladdin's Royal Caravan performing
5D 6D 7D 8E 9E 10C (11B) daily through the June 30th
12D 13D 14E 15E 16E 17C (18A)
19D 20D 21D 22D 23D 24C (25A)
26C 27C 28C 29C 30C
July '94
1C 2A Lion King Parade begins performing
( 3A) 4A 5C 6C 7C 8C 9A
10C 11C 12C 13C 14C 15C 16A
17C 18C 19C 20C 21C 22C 23A
24C 25C 26C 27C 28C 29C 30A
31C
August '94
1C 2C 3C 4C 5C 6A
7C 8C 9C 10C 11C 12C 13A
14C 15C 16C 17C 18C 19C 20A
21C 22C 23C 24C 25C 26C 27C
28D 29D 30D 31D
September '94
1D 2D 3C Sept. 4=Last night for fireworks
( 4C) 5D 6D 7D 8D 9D 10C Sept.11=Begin weekend only schedule
11E 12G 13G 14G 15G 16G 17C for Beauty & The Beast Live, and
18E 19G 20G 21G 22G 23G 24C Lion King parade. Last night for
25E 26G 27G 28G 29G 30G Main St. Electrical parade.
********************
CURRENT PRICES: (US $) Current as of April 2, 1994
1-day 2-day 3-day Annual Premium Guided
=========================== Annual Tour
Adults 31.00 55.00 75.00 99.00 199.00 42.00
Children (3-11) 25.00 44.00 60.00 99.00 199.00 32.50
Seniors (60+) 25.00
Adults (MKC) 29.00 51.00 69.00 89.00 189.00
Children (MKC) 23.00 40.00 54.00 89.00 189.00
Parking 6.00/car
7.00/vans,campers,RV's
12.00 Preferred Parking
********************
Magic Kingdom Club (MKC) cardholders get admission discounts (about 7
percent) and other discounts. For more details about the MKC and how to
join, read the description elsewhere in this document.
********************
Current promotion through June 30,1994, Southern California residents can
buy a special Disneyland passport for just $22 per person ($21 with the MKC
card). Must show proof of California residence within ZIP codes 90000
through 93599. Passports are good for day of purchase only with a daily
limit of 8 Passports per individual with valid identification.
********************
The Annual Passport price is now $99 per person and is valid for 338 day of
the year, excluding some Saturdays and peak holiday periods. Parking is
not included but can be added for $25. The cost of a one-day passport used
on your visit can be applied towards the purchase of an annual pass. The
Basic Annual Passport is not valid on Jan. 1, Feb. 19-20, Mar. 5,12,19,26,
Apr. 2,9,16,23,30, May 7,14,21,28, 29, June 4,11,18,25, July 3, Sep. 4,
Nov. 26, and Dec. 25,30-31.
********************
The Premium Annual passport includes admission for all 365 days of the
year, special preferred parking, a one year subscription to Disney
Magazine, discounts on food (10% for buffeteria and table service, 15%
discount on Aladdin's Oasis and Blue Bayou), Disneyland Hotel
(accommodations and restaurants), and a 10% discount on most merchandise
(not including purchases under $5, collectible art, Disney Dollars, and
commemorative tickets).
********************
For ticket purchases, Disneyland accepts U.S. currency, VISA, American Ex-
press, Master Card, traveler's checks, Disney Dollars and personal checks
with proper identification. Foreign currency *can* be used at Disneyland
but is best to exchange for U.S. currency ahead of time. For some reason,
Discover card is not honored at Disneyland or the Disneyland Hotel. An ATM
(no longer BofA) is located to the left of the Main Entrance.
Tickets can also be purchased in advance at a Disney Store or by mail with
a check or money order in the exact amount to Disneyland Admissions, 1313
Harbor Blvd., P.O. Box 3232, Anaheim, CA 92803-3232. Merchandise available
from the park or hotel can also be ordered by calling 1-800-3-MAIL-33 (1-
800-361-4533). Merchandise Special Events information can be obtained by
calling the hotline at 714-490-3935.
********************
The Main Street Information Center, provides a variety of banking services
such as cash advances, credit card Disney Dollar advances, foreign currency
exchange. Also available are Disneyland annual passports, gift
certificates, postage stamps, ticket upgrades/downgrades, and even a
mailbox.
********************
Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), now provided by First Interstate Bank,
are available in multiple locations and accept ATM cards for PLUS and
Exchange networks as well as Visa/Mastercard and American Express. These
ATM locations are: outside of the park to the left of the Main Entrance,
Main Street Information Center, telephone area between the Frontierland and
Adventureland entrances, Main Street Penny Arcade, Tomorrowland Starcade,
Circlevision 360 theater exit, and inside the Disneyland Hotel Travelport
lobby.
********************
If you leave the park anytime during your stay, make sure you still have
your Disneyland passport and you get your hand stamped before exiting. For
re-admission into the park, you *must* have a current Disneyland passport
and a handstamp.
********************
ENTERTAINMENT:
Entertainment schedules can be changed at any time, or cancelled due to
inclement weather. For the actual schedule for a particular day, contact
Disneyland or pick up a 'Disneyland Today' schedule when you visit the
park.
++ 'Fantasmic!', a spectacular mix of magic, music, live performers and
sensational special effects, is scheduled to be featured on nights when the
park is open until 10 p.m. or later.
++ 'Fantasy in the Sky' fireworks are presented, June 3-4, 10-11, and every
night from June 17 through September 4.
++ 'Aladdin's Royal Caravan' parades down Main Street daily through June
30th.
++ 'Lion King Parade', a high-tech parade based upon Disney's newest
animated feature, is performed from July 1 through September 11, September
17-18, 24-25, and October 1-2.
++ 'Main Street Electrical Parade', a Disneyland tradition with "thousands
of sparkling lights and magical sounds" performs every night from June 3
through September 11.
++ 'Beauty & The Beast Live', a splendid stage show based upon the animated
classic is performed at the Sony Videopolis stage, June 8 through September
11, and September 17-18, 24-25.
++ 'Golden Horseshoe Jamboree', a song-and-dance revue stars Miss Lily and
Sam the bartender is performed live daily in Frontierland. Reservations
are a must, as this show usually plays to a full house.
++ 'Aladdin's Oasis' dining entertainment is featured on selected days
(June 18/19, June 24/25, and June 27 through August 28) for lunch and
dinner which features magic, music, song, and dance with Aladdin, Princess
Jasmine, the Genie and Jafar from the movie, "Aladdin". In addition to the
show, the food offerings are every bit as exotic.
Food includes papadom wafers w/chutney (a sort of a chips and salsa), fresh
fruit, and main entree (beef, chicken, or vegetable), raisin nut pilaf, and
a special dessert. Dinner menu has larger food portions. Children (11 and
under) can choose from cheese-filled pasta or chicken strips. Prices for
adults/children are $19.50/$14.50 for lunch and $24.50/$19.50 for dinner
plus tax and gratuity (15%). You must pay for your meal before entering
the Oasis.
SHOW RESERVATIONS:
Reservations can be made up until noon at the counter located in the exit
lobby of the Walt Disney Story Featuring Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.
Reservations may also be made for the Blue Bayou restaurant, Aladdin's
Oasis, and Disneyland Hotel Resort restaurants. It's a good idea to make
your reservations when you first enter the park, as they do fill up
quickly.
ATTRACTION REFURBISHMENT SCHEDULE: (Call (714) 999-4565 for latest info)
o Jungle Cruise closed through 6/27
o Storybook Land Canal Boats closed through 6/27
o Casey Jr. Circus Train closed through 6/27
Note: All other attractions are scheduled to be operating during the months
of June, July, and August, 1994.
CURRENT CHANGES and CONSTRUCTION
-- Adventureland, The Temple of the Forbidden Eye. A new attraction based
upon the "Indiana Jones" character due to open in Spring 1995. This attrac-
tion incorporates a unique ride system to navigate troop transports through
the Temple and explore the power of the native god Mara. Willpower and
courage is needed to avoid the curse befalled to anyone who looks into
Mara's eyes. You and your fellow passengers choose which path to take at
the Chamber of Destiny. The ride building can be seen from the parking
areas, emerging from the jungles of Adventureland. The pre-show area (only)
may be open in early July for guests to explore the temple artifacts.
-- For the Jungle Cruise, look for a new dock, a two-story boathouse, and a
trading post. Also, re-themed boats which are more rustic and each one is
unique based upon their previous "owners".
-- Storybook Land undergoing a refurbishment to update the structures to
include recent movies (Aladdin, Beauty & the Beast, The Little Mermaid,
etc.) and add a waterfall over the 'neverland' cave. The upgrade will be
completed in phases for a completion date sometime in 1995.
-- Village Haus Restaurant (Fantasyland) undergoing changes to become
Pinnochio's Pizzaria. The burger and fries menu will be replace with
Italian foods like pizza and pasta. This may be patterned after the same
restaurant in EDL.
-- Recently completed attraction refurbishments were Space Mountain, Star
Tours, Swiss Family Treehouse ("plumbing" system works again), and the Mad
Tea Party.
--Mission to Mars, Motor Boats, and Town Square Cafe are closed
permanently.
WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING AT THE PARK:
MAIN STREET U.S.A.:
* Main Street buildings repainted in a more colorful scheme of colors.
* The Main Street Information Center replaced the Bank of America branch.
* 'The Lion King' movie dioramas added to the Main Street shop windows.
* Added a lifesize bronze statue, titled 'Partners', of Walt Disney with
Mickey Mouse in the hub encircled with smaller bronze statues of classic
Disney characters.
* Walt Disney mural and mirrored signs added inside the Crystal Arcade shop
near the stuffed toy wall.
* Penny Arcade displays a large, green, 1000-pound, acrylic elephant statue
(nicknamed 'Penny') near the entrance. It was originally designed for the
Candy Palace at EuroDisneyLand (EDL) but due to a change in color scheme of
that facility, she now resides at Disneyland.
ADVENTURELAND:
* Closures continue in the area to provide access for the Indiana Jones
"Temple of the Forbidden Eye" attraction and perform extensive
refurbishment of the Jungle Cruise attraction including construction of a
two-story queue area.
* Enchanted Tiki Room pre-show area was altered for better visibility, and
the show uses a digital sound system (although the soundtrack is still the
same.)
* Larger entrance to accommodate the crowds generated by Fantasmic!
FRONTIERLAND:
* Casa Mexicana is no longer sponsored by Lawry's. Slight changes in decor
and menu items (like Mickey Mouse-shaped flan).
NEW ORLEANS SQUARE:
* Fantasmic! sound system improvements and a new viewing area (New Orleans
Square Promenade) around the Rivers of America. Promenade is tiered and
angled to provide better viewing of Fantasmic!
* Disney Gallery offering preferred balcony seatings of Fantasmic! with cof-
fee, desert, and show for $25. (Unbelievable, but true.)
* Cemetery added to the front yard of The Haunted Mansion.
* Pirates of the Caribbean added portraits of pirates along the walls of the
indoor queue area. Added previously were silhouettes of fighting pirates
located on the right side of the burning city scene. This scene was taken
from EuroDisneyland. Also, additional items were added in the bayou near
the boat loading area. Waterfall area now sprinkles guests with liquid
magic (water). Mist has been added just before entering into the battling
ship area. Possible new pirate figures installed for the drunken pirate
figure hanging over (whoops, a pun) a bridge in the burning city scene and
prior to the exit ramp, the shooting pirate on the left.
FANTASYLAND:
* Sleeping Beauty's Castle walk-through now appears to be permanently open.
* It's a Small World added a new digital sound system complete with a
different soundtrack (with more instrumentals) inherited from EDL.
* Fantasia Gardens filled the space left from the removal of the Motor
Boats.
* Window near Peter Pan's Flight has children's toys in it with audio of the
Darling children playing.
TOMMORROWLAND:
* Skyway is scheduled to be replaced with a newer system to comply with
regulations.
* Space Mountain is now sponsored by Federal Express.
* Space Place: Disneyland Birthday Parties on weekends. Two different party
plans are available which include cake, ice cream, party favors, character
photo opportunities, lunch (with one of the plans), and park admission.
Call 714-520-5045 for details on Birthday Parties.
MICKEY'S TOONTOWN:
* Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin ride is open. This wild and zany attraction
captures the feeling of being in a cartoon world with Roger Rabbit and
friends. Turn the steering wheel to spin your cab around 360 degrees and
avoid "The Dip". Entertaining, but deceptive queue area walks you through
the back alleys of Toontown prior to boarding your cab. This is
Disneyland's newest attraction.
* Toontown's Jolly Trolley is jolly again. The trolley now bounces all
around (like it originally did) during it's trip through Toontown (although
usually one car per trolley instead of two).
OTHER:
* Low Price Children's menus for $2.99 at most table service and buffeteria
restaurants.
* Second Meal discount program. When you buy a meal before 2pm (most
restaurants, except outdoor vending), you get a discount coupon for a full
20% off the second meal purchased that day after 4pm. The coupons are
valid ONLY if the receipt is legible and stapled onto the coupon. Limited
time only.
* Preferred Parking now available, located to the right of the Main
Entrance.
* Disneyland Hotel access to the waterfall area has been restricted.
* ATM outside main entrance changed sponsorship to First Interstate Bank.
Future Plans and Rumors:
* Westcot Center, a west coast version of WDW Epcot Center, planned to be
built in the current Disneyland parking lot. A multi-level parking
structure will be constructed to the east. It will feature dedicated
freeway ramps to funnel cars directly into the parking structure with
transportation and a peoplemover to transport guests over to the parks.
Expansion plans also include multiple hotels and other entertainment
venues. Environment impact study completed and approved by the City of
Anaheim but still battles remain in making Westcot a reality. The Walt
Disney Company announced the project may be on hold for about two years.
Details about the expansion plan are available at the Disneyland expansion
preview center located at the Disneyland Hotel (in the Plaza building,
above Maize's Pantry) and is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 2pm to 8pm.
WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO SEE FANTASMIC!?
Come in from the Splash Mountain side as soon as they start clearing out
the crowds from the first show. If you come in from the other side, you'll
be fighting 7,000-10,000 people who are exiting out through Frontierland.
The show lasts about 23 minutes and the entire area is darkened during the
show making travel through here a little tricky.
HOW DO I BEAT THE CROWDS?
Unlike WDW, Disneyland does not usually open the park early to deal with
incoming crowds. However, often on weekends Main Street will open 30
minutes before the rest of the park. Some tour packages do offer a "Magic
Morning" package which allows participants to enter a themed area (usually
Toontown) one hour prior to opening to the general public.
In general, attendance is highest on Saturday, then Friday, Sunday, and
weekdays. Monday through Wednesday is probably the best day to visit to
avoid the large crowds.
Space Mountain is long most of the day and into the night, so first thing
in early morning is usually your best bet. Ditto Rocket Jets. Star Tours
will shorten significantly in the late evening (when the line is completely
inside, you're in good shape). Splash Mountain is always busy (avoid it
when backed up beyond the Briar Patch shop) but is OK when it's raining or
right before the park closes. An early-morning dash might also be a good
idea (since it's at the back of the park). The Country Bear Jamboree is
seldom crowded and it a good place to visit if you ventured over to Splash
Mountain and found a long line.
For dinner, venture over to the Disneyland Hotel to get some relief from
the crowds and then head back in. The Monorail Cafe has excellent food
with good portions. Goofy's Kitchen Character Dinner is all-you-can-eat,
all-you-can-drink. Alcoholic beverages are available but not all-you-can-
drink :-).
After dinner, the attractions in Fantasyland shorten a bit, but not much.
Dumbo, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Mr. Toad's Wild Ride will remain
popular throughout the entire day. Lines are usually short for Snow
White's Scary Adventures, Pinocchio's Daring Journey, and It's a Small
World. If the line is long at all, skip it and try again later. Skyway
line is almost always shorter from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland than the
other way around.
Matterhorn lines are usually the shortest during the parades. Normally
there are two separate lines, one for each bobsled run. But sometimes
during the parades they combine both lines into one and route it away from
the parade area. This gives the impression the wait is long but is really
it is moving twice as fast. The line splits up into two later on as you go
through the turnstile. Usually the bobsled run on the right has the
shortest wait since most people turn to the left as they enter the
turnstile area.
PARADES
Crossing a parade route is possible but time consuming. Certain areas are
marked for crossing and guests are allowed to cross during gaps in the pa-
rade. Plan which side of the park you want to be on during the parade and
get there early. If you must cross, consider using the Disneyland RR or
the Skyway. Parade crossing zones north of the Matterhorn are usually less
congested than the one at the Hub. Main Street is tough (though not
impossible) to negotiate during popular parades.
WHAT ABOUT SMALL CHILDREN?
Kids age 2 and under are free. Strollers may be rented, but some people
prefer to bring their own. Many attractions have height and age
requirements, with limit signs ('You must be at least this tall...')
present at the entrance to most attractions. They seem to be fairly picky
about this. If you're an inch off, they won't let you in.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad 40+ inches
Space Mountain 40+ inches
Autopia (alone) 52+ inches
Autopia (w/ adult) 1+ years
Splash Mountain 3+ years and 40+ inches
Star Tours (alone) 7+ years
Star Tours (w/ adult) 3+ years
Matterhorn Bobsleds (alone) 7+ years
Matterhorn Bobsleds (w/ adult) 3+ years
Gadget's Go-Coaster 3+ years
Goofy Bounce House 52 inches or under
Chip 'N Dale's Treehouse/Acorn Crawl 49 inches or under
Children under 7 are supposed to be accompanied by an adult on other
attractions as well (Snow White's Scary Adventures, The Haunted Mansion,
etc.)
HOW DO I GET A MAGIC KINGDOM CLUB (MKC) CARD AND WHAT DOES IT GET ME?
MKC stands for the Magic Kingdom Club which is a benefit originally
provided to employees of large businesses for discounts on Disneyland
admissions. The program has expanded to other Disney parks and merchandise.
Check with your employer or credit union first, especially if you live near
any Disney attractions. If not, you can purchase a Gold MKC for $59 for 2
years. The address is Magic Kingdom Club Gold Card, PO Box 3850, Anaheim,
CA 92803-3850. Charge by calling (714) 490-3200. Gold card members get a
2-year subscription to Disney Magazine, a personalized gold membership
card, travel video, tote bag, and other goodies. Both types of MKC cards
get you the same discounts at the Disney Stores (except in the parks), on
admission tickets, and on Disney, Delta Airlines, and National Rent-a-Car
packages. The discount for both MKC cards are the same. The discounts do
NOT apply to merchandise at the park or the Disneyland Hotel but will
provide a 15% discount at Aladdin's Oasis and the Blue Bayou (2-5pm only).
The card is also good for 10% off at The Disney Stores which are usually
found in shopping malls throughout the world.
WHERE SHOULD WE STAY?
Since I'm a local, I've haven't stayed at many of the hotels in this area.
Here is a summary of the responses received so far. No guarantees. For
more information regarding lodging in the Anaheim area, contact the Anaheim
Area Visitor and Convention Bureau at 800 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA
92802, or phone (714)999-8999.
From a Disney handout: "The Walt Disney Travel Company: Offers the finest
in family vacation travel. A `Disney Vacation' is the ideals way to visit
the Magic Kingdom. Contact The Walt Disney Travel Company, P.O. Box 3232,
Anaheim, CA 92803 for information about travel arrangements and packages.
Telephone (714) 520-5050; Telex 655474.
DISNEYLAND HOTEL: $$$$
Official hotel for Disneyland including many shops and attractions and
the only hotel with a monorail station for transportation into the Magic
Kingdom. Since this is a Disney property, it provides the best "Disney
experience". Great shops, restaurants, and swimming pools. Free evening
water shows and other entertainment. Hotel guests can have their park
merchandise purchases delivered to their rooms free of charge. Call 714-
956-MICKEY for room reservations.
PAN PACIFIC: $$$
Located next to the Disneyland Hotel. Rooms are about half the price of
the Disneyland Hotel rooms and are large and quiet with comfortable beds
but somewhat dated decor. Average, no frills.. No refrigerators or
microwave ovens in the room but does have on-site restaurants (including
Japanese) and room service is available. A walkway provides access to the
Disneyland Hotel Resort's amenities such as shops and restaurants and
Monorail station for transportation into the Disneyland Park.
ANAHEIM HILTON AND TOWERS: $$$
"Above average Hilton." Small bathrooms (at least in non-tower rooms).
MARRIOTT: $$$
"Typical Marriott." Nobody said anything particularly good or bad.
PEACOCK SUITES, S. Harbor (just north of Katella).
Clive Feather (clive@sco.com) says "I can speak well of Peacock
Suites...We had a 3-room suite (lounge, double bedroom with en-suite, twin
double bedroom, and additional bathroom) for $129 a night plus tax.
Continental Breakfast included and free hourly Disneyland shuttle is
available. It's also a reasonable walk to the park."
BEST WESTERN STARDUST: $$
"Very spacious. Clean comfortable and reasonably priced. Walking
distance, but a Disneyland shuttle is also available. No frills."
RESIDENCE INN: $$$
Very nice, apartment-like suites with complete, full-size kitchens and
some with fireplaces. Continental Breakfast included and free Disneyland
shuttle is available (with stops to the Disneyland Hotel if requested).
WHAT PARTS OF DISNEYLAND CAN I SKIP IF I'VE BEEN TO WALT DISNEY WORLD?
There are subtle differences in almost every corner of the park. If you're
a Disney aficionado, you'll want to check out everything. If you're
pressed for time, you can skip the following:
o Haunted Mansion
o People Mover (more primitive, but seems to last longer)
o Monorail (unless you want to go to the Disneyland Hotel)
o Submarine Voyage (nearly identical to WDW's except for order of
presentation and absence of little Jules Verne nuances)
o Skyway (useful for getting around, especially during parades)
o Captain EO (same movie as EPCOT Center)
o Circle Vision 360 (same as at WDW but also shows China film from EPCOT
during the early part of the day.)
o Autopia
o Small World (biggest difference is the exterior facade, including a
special presentation of the time every 15 minutes)
o Golden Horseshoe Jamboree (same show, different finale)
Tough calls: (similar, yet different and worth experiencing)
o Space Mountain
o Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
o Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln (a trimmed down version of the Hall of
Presidents) and The Walt Disney Story
o Splash Mountain (front/back seating instead of side-to-side, story not as
narrative.)
o Country Bear Playhouse (different show and DL has 2 theaters,)
o Disneyland Hotel resort complex (accessible from within the park by
monorail).
Whatever you do, don't miss out on:
o Fantasmic!
o Star Tours (unless you've been on the one in Disney/MGM Studios)
o Matterhorn Bobsleds (2 different tracks, too)
o Jungle Cruise (my DL experiences have far surpassed the one at WDW)
o Pirates of the Caribbean (parts are identical, but DL is better)
o The Disney Gallery (above Pirates of the Carribean)
o Disneyana Shop on Main Street (features cels and other limited editions)
o Disneyland RR between Tomorrowland & Main Street for Grand Canyon and
Primeval World dioramas (not quite as impressive as EPCOT's World of Energy
dinosaurs)
o Mickey's ToonTown (new land)
o Roger Rabbit's Cartoon Spin ride (Toontown)
o Aladdin's Oasis (extra cost, about $25 per person)
The Disneyland parade route is different than WDW. North of Main Street,
Disneyland parades proceed north along the east side of the Castle up to
It's a Small World. WDW MK parades turn at the Hub, heading through
Liberty Square and Frontierland.
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