When Disneyland first opened in July 1955, the adult "General Admission" ticket cost just $1.00, while children paid $0.50. However, this price only covered entry into the park; it did not include any of the attractions. Once inside, guests had to purchase individual tickets for each ride, which were categorized into "A, B, and C" tickets (D and E tickets were added later). These individual ride tickets typically cost between $0.10 and $0.35 each. A typical guest in 1955 would spend about $4.00 to $5.00 for a full day of entry and several attractions, which is roughly equivalent to $45.00-$55.00 in 2026 currency when adjusted for inflation. It wasn't until the early 1980s that Disney transitioned to the "Passport" system used today, where a single high-priced ticket grants unlimited access to all rides. This historical "pay-per-ride" model is why many older fans still refer to top-tier attractions as "E-Ticket" rides, even though physical coupons haven't been used in decades.