Can you enter Disney through Downtown Disney?

Right next to Disneyland Hotel is an entrance to Downtown Disney District. You'll need to go through security at this point. Once you do that, walk through Downtown Disney District until you arrive at Disneyland Esplanade. If you look left, you'll see the entrance to Disneyland Park.



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Downtown Disney is also accessible at the opposing Harbor entrance. This entrance can be reached on foot by walking from any of the adjacent hotels that sit on Harbor Street across from the Resort. There is also a drop-off loop that is perfect for any ride-sharing services and/or taxis.

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No, there is not a separate entrance fee for the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort in California. The Downtown Disney District is conveniently located within walking distance of Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Park and the Disneyland Resort hotels.

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Downtown Disney hours are generally 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on weekends and may close earlier during the week or during off-peak times. Individual restaurants and shop hours can vary.

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Disney Springs (formerly known as Downtown Disney) consists of several different neighborhoods, featuring more than 150 stores, restaurants and entertainment locations. The neighborhoods are named Town Center, The Landing, West Side, and Marketplace, and each has a distinct feel.

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Unlike Disney Springs, Downtown Disney isn't big enough to plan a visit for an entire day, but it is worth visiting for at least a morning, afternoon, or evening. Weekends and evenings are typically busier, so it's best to keep that in mind, especially when booking dining reservations.

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A: Most restaurants at the Downtown Disney District do not require reservations. However, depending on the location or the date and the time you plan on visiting, reservations may be available and are highly recommended. You can make dining reservations online up to 60 days in advance.

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Your princess is in luck though, the attire policies at the Disneyland Resort allow guests under the age of 14 to wear costumes in the park! Sadly, wearing a costume doesn't cover park admission.

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Guests with valid theme park admission can skip the Main Entrance by boarding the Monorail at the Downtown Disney District station—and travel straight to Tomorrowland! Trains run approximately every 10 minutes.

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While of course you would need to pay for shopping or dining, you can walk around the area with no admissions charge. There is also often entertainment happening for free outside. Disney Springs is along a lovely waterfront that you can take in and enjoy.

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Incredible dining options, unique entertainment, and of course amazing shops make this spot a must-see during your visit. And the best part is, there are no tickets or entrance fees required! You can visit as often as you like without worrying about purchasing a ticket or making a reservation to enter Disney Springs.

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A: Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverages into the parks for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers, do not require heating, reheating, processing or refrigeration and do not have pungent odors.

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Disneyland fireworks usually begin at 9:30 p.m. each night and 9:00 p.m. during cooler months.

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Downtown Disney District If you want to spend some time at Downtown Disney, you can see fireworks from the outdoor dining area of Naples Ristorante e Bar, UVA Bar's outdoor area, and the balcony of Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen.

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(But be sure to take a little time for yourself! Computer work pairs perfectly with a Mickey Pretzel and Warm Cheese… Or a Churro… Or both… Keep that in mind!) You are more than welcome to bring your laptop into the Disneyland Resort theme parks, the Disneyland Resort Hotels, and Downtown Disney District!

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Special Event tickets, including those for Disney After Hours at Disney's Hollywood Studios, are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

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Can I visit both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in one day? A: Yes. It is possible to visit both Disneyland Resort theme parks in one day using either a Park Hopper Ticket or Magic Key pass.

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