Disneyland Resort
Overview
Disneyland Resort, located in Anaheim, California, is a premier, world-renowned destination for entertainment and recreation. The resort, owned and operated by Disney, spans over 500 acres and includes two theme parks, three hotels, and a shopping, dining, and entertainment complex known as Downtown Disney.
History
The Disneyland Resort was conceived by Walt Disney as a place where families could enjoy a day of fun and entertainment together. The original Disneyland Park opened on July 17, 1955, and was the only theme park directly supervised by Disney himself. Over the years, the resort has expanded to include a second theme park, Disney California Adventure Park, and additional hotels and entertainment venues.
Disneyland Park
Disneyland Park, often just referred to as Disneyland, is the original theme park at the resort. It is divided into two main areas: Main Street, U.S.A. and the Adventureland, Tomorrowland, Frontierland, Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown, and Critter Country themed lands.
Main Street, U.S.A.
Main Street, U.S.A. is the first area visitors encounter upon entering the park. It is designed to resemble a typical Midwestern town from the early 20th century, inspired by Walt Disney's childhood hometown of Marceline, Missouri. Main Street features various shops and restaurants, as well as the Disneyland Railroad, which provides transportation around the park.
Adventureland
Adventureland is themed around the concept of an exotic tropical place in a far-off region of the world. It features attractions such as the Jungle Cruise, the Indiana Jones Adventure, and the Enchanted Tiki Room.
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is themed around the concept of the future and outer space. It features attractions such as Space Mountain, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters.
Frontierland
Frontierland is themed to resemble the setting of America's Old West during the 19th century. It features attractions such as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the Mark Twain Riverboat.
Fantasyland
Fantasyland is themed around Disney's classic animated films and fairy tales. It features attractions such as Sleeping Beauty Castle, Peter Pan's Flight, and It's a Small World.
Mickey's Toontown
Mickey's Toontown is themed around the homes of Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. It features attractions such as Mickey's House and Minnie's House.
Critter Country
Critter Country is themed around the concept of an old-time southern bayou. It features attractions such as Splash Mountain and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.
Disney California Adventure Park
Disney California Adventure Park, often just referred to as California Adventure, is the second theme park at the resort. It is divided into eight themed lands: Buena Vista Street, Grizzly Peak, Paradise Gardens Park, Pixar Pier, Pacific Wharf, Hollywood Land, Cars Land, and Avengers Campus.
Buena Vista Street
Buena Vista Street is the main entrance of the park, themed to resemble Los Angeles as it appeared when Walt Disney first arrived in the 1920s. It features various shops and restaurants, as well as the Red Car Trolley, which provides transportation around the park.
Grizzly Peak
Grizzly Peak is themed around California's wilderness and national parks. It features attractions such as Grizzly River Run and the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
Paradise Gardens Park
Paradise Gardens Park is themed around a Victorian boardwalk on the California coast. It features attractions such as The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure and Goofy's Sky School.
Pixar Pier
Pixar Pier is themed around the films of Pixar. It features attractions such as the Incredicoaster, Toy Story Midway Mania!, and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind.
Pacific Wharf
Pacific Wharf is themed to resemble the waterfront dining and shopping districts of Monterey and San Francisco. It features various restaurants and shops.
Hollywood Land
Hollywood Land is themed around the Golden Age of Hollywood in the 1930s. It features attractions such as Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout! and the Disney Junior Dance Party!
Cars Land
Cars Land is themed around the Disney-Pixar film "Cars" and its fictional setting of Radiator Springs. It features attractions such as Radiator Springs Racers and Mater's Junkyard Jamboree.
Avengers Campus
Avengers Campus is themed around the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It features attractions such as WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure and the Avengers Training Initiative.
Hotels
The Disneyland Resort includes three hotels: the Disneyland Hotel, Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel, and Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
Disneyland Hotel
The Disneyland Hotel, opened in 1955, is the oldest hotel at the resort. It features a variety of themed rooms and suites, dining options, and recreational facilities.
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel, opened in 1984, is themed to the California beachfront boardwalks of the early 20th century. It features a variety of rooms and suites, dining options, and recreational facilities.
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, opened in 2001, is themed to the Arts and Crafts movement of the early 20th century. It features a variety of rooms and suites, dining options, a full-service spa, and recreational facilities.
Downtown Disney
Downtown Disney is a shopping, dining, and entertainment complex located between the Disneyland Resort's two theme parks and its hotels. It features a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, including the World of Disney store, the LEGO Store, and the ESPN Zone.