Disneyland Resort (Anaheim)
The original Disney theme park resort in Anaheim, with Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure.
The call
Worth it if you're traveling with kids and you're traveling as a couple.
Short answer
Is Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) worth it?
Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) deserves a place on most first itineraries. Go early or reserve ahead. Crowds are part of the cost.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
Why
- 01
The gold standard of theme parks — Walt's original, with Galaxy's Edge, classic dark rides, and a level of polish Universal can't match.
- 02
The catches are the big ones: it's a 30-50 minute drive south of LA, expensive once you add the Genie+ line-skip, and exhaustingly crowded on peak days.
Is it a fit?
Go if
You're traveling with kids
With kids, Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) is an easy yes.
You're traveling as a couple
As a couple, Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) is an easy yes.
You want something active
Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) rewards a trip built around adventure.
You care about the visual experience
Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) rewards a trip built around beauty & photography.
Think twice if
You're watching the budget
Save the money. Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) does not return enough for the price.
You only have one day
Leave Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) for a longer trip.
You're traveling solo
Solo, Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) needs the right timing and tolerance.
History and culture matter to you
Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) offers some history & culture, but not enough to make it the reason to go.
Plan it well
- Cost
- $110-200+ per park per day
- Timing
- A weekday in shoulder season; arrive before opening.
- Booking
- Buy dated tickets and reserve a park; consider Genie+ on busy days.
- Allow
- Full day (or two)
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible with Disability Access Service for ride queues.
- Getting there
- Drive to Anaheim (~30 miles); allow time for the toll-road and parking tram.