Part One: Eight Ways to Play at Disney California Adventure® Park

The past five years has truly been a magical transformation for the Disneyland® Resort. The expansion project brought new attractions, entertainment and experiences to the parks as well as gave a refresh to a few of the favorites. Most of the work centered in Disney California Adventure® Park creating new adventures for guests of all ages. Young or old, thrill seeker or night owl – there really is something for everyone!

We have eight themed touring plans for you to try on your next visit! Whether you mix, match, add, or subtract, you are sure to have a great time at the new Disney California Adventure® Park. Be sure to check back tomorrow for the final 4 touring plans.

Thrill Seekers Adventure

Disney California Adventure® Park could be considered a thrill seeker’s paradise with 6 of the highest rated attractions at the Disneyland® Resort. This touring plan is packed with flying, spinning, screaming, soaring and racing fun that any thrill seeker would love.

  • Radiator Springs Racers
  • Soarin’ Over California
  • Twilight Zone™  Tower of Terror
  • Grizzly River Run
  • California Screamin’
  • Silly Symphony Swings
  • Goofy’s Sky School
Thrill Seeker
Night Cap

The Night Cap

When the sun goes down, a magical nighttime experience is just beginning at Disney California Adventure® Park. Watch as Cars Land flips the switch from day to night and enjoy the illumination of Route 66 with its amazing neon signs. Don’t miss a twinkling view of the skyline from the top of Twilight Zone™ Tower of Terror and catch all the fun, music and games at Mad T Party.

  • Cars Land Neon Lighting
  • Dinner at Carthay Circle Restaurant or Golden Vine Winery, with reserved viewing for World of Color
  • Carthay Circle Lounge
  • Twilight Zone® Tower of Terror
  • Hot Chocolate at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
  • Mad T Party
  • World of Color

A Day with Character

Disney California Adventure® Park is the perfect place to get up close and personal with favorite characters! Enjoy being immersed in the stories of classic Disney characters and Pixar pals, plus there are many opportunities to greet favorite characters. Talk with Crush, sing along with Minnie, and go under the sea with Ariel on this character-filled itinerary.

  • Greet Lightning McQueen and Mater
  • Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree
  • The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure
  • Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline
  • Toy Story Mania!
  • Pixar Play Parade
  • Redwood Creek Challenge Trail with Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s Up
  • Turtle Talk with Crush at Disney Animation Building
  • The Beast’s Library, Sorcerer’s Workshop, at Disney Animation Building
  • Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!
  • Muppet*Vision 3D
  • Ariel’s Grotto Princess Character Dining
Character

A Tour Full of Flavor

Sometimes you have to make FOOD the star of your vacation! With its new dining locations, Disney California Adventure® Park is a foodie’s paradise.  Comfort food, gourmet meals, regional specialties, signature cocktails and even delectable vintages are all available on this tour through the park.  From small bites to fine dining, your palates will be met with some of the best food and drink options from around the Disneyland® Resort.

  • Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café
  • Trolley Treats
  • Wine Country Trattoria
  • Flo’s V8 Café
  • Cozy Cone Motel
  • Fillmore’s Taste-In
  • Pacific Wharf Café
  • Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta
  • Carthay Circle Restaurant
  • The Cove Bar
  • Ariel’s Grotto (character dining)
  • Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
  • Corn Dog Castle
  • “World of Color” picnic dinners; includes reserved viewing for the show