What are the different Disneyland California parks?

Disneyland Resorts is made up of two theme parks in Anaheim, California, USA. The two parks are Disneyland Park, which opened in 1955, and Disney California Adventure, which opened in 2001.



The Disneyland Resort in California consists of two distinct primary theme parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Disneyland Park is the historic original opened by Walt Disney in 1955, featuring iconic lands such as Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, and the immersive Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. In 2026, it remains the heart of the resort's 70th Anniversary celebrations. Disney California Adventure Park, located just across the esplanade, focuses on the stories of Pixar, Marvel, and California culture; it is home to the high-octane Avengers Campus and the beloved Cars Land. Beyond the gated parks, the resort includes the Downtown Disney District, a sprawling outdoor promenade that requires no ticket and offers a wide array of specialized dining, retail, and live entertainment. These areas are supported by three official onsite hotels—Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel, and the Pixar Place Hotel—each providing unique themes and direct proximity to the parks.

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If it's your first time visiting, we recommend you begin the trip at Disneyland Park for a feel of the original Disney magic across its nine themed lands: Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Critter Country, Fantasyland, New Orleans Square, Tomorrowland, Mickey's Toontown, and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge®.

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Come adventure through an incomparable collection of thrilling experiences across the Walt Disney World theme parks when you purchase a 4-Park Magic Ticket. The 4-Park Magic Ticket provides one visit to each of the 4 Walt Disney World Resort theme parks (one theme park per day).

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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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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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For a longer trip complete with luxury accommodation and visits to multiple parks, Walt Disney World in Orlando might be your best bet. If you live on or near the West Coast and you're looking for a short getaway teeming with nostalgia, Disneyland is the way to go.

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Fireworks occur on select nights only. Please check the Entertainment Schedule for the performance schedule. All fireworks at Disneyland Park are dependent on weather conditions and are subject to change or cancellation.

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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. Inform a Security Cast Member of any food items when you enter the park.

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According to Disneyland Resort Rules, Guests over the age of 14 are not permitted to wear costumes in the theme parks (with the exception being Oogie Boogie Bash which has specific costume guidelines).

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The lineup is always changing, but inside the Royal Hall, you might meet Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, Jasmine, Belle or any surprise friend. We have seen Mulan, Anna, Elsa, Elena, Tiana and Pocahontas there!

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What I'm referring to is Disneybounding, which allows adult guests to dress in ways that resemble their favorite Disney characters while not wearing a costume.

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California Adventure Park is 100% worth visiting on your trip to Disneyland, California, due to its unique themed lands, rides, attractions, shows, restaurants, and special events throughout the year. Read on to find out more about reasons to visit California Adventure!

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The Disneyland Resort did give a free park admission ticket to Guests on their birthday as part of a limited-time promotion several years ago, but this is not currently offered. Tickets to enter Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park must be purchased for all visitors ages 3 and up.

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However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected.

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How far apart are Disneyland and Universal? There are about 35 miles between Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. Disneyland Resort is located in Anaheim, a city that's about 40 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport.

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