Disneyland

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Theme Park:	Disneyland Park (since 1955)
	Part of the Resort Disneyland Resort

Address:	Disneyland Resort
	92802 Anaheim
	https://disneyland.disney.go.com

Operated by:	Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Disneyland in Anaheim, California, is the original Disney theme park and the only one designed and built under the direct supervision of Walt Disney. Since opening in 1955, Disneyland has become one of the most influential theme parks in the world, inspiring every Disney resort that followed while continuing to set the standard for themed entertainment.

The park is divided into a series of themed lands, each offering its own atmosphere, attractions and experiences. From the nostalgic charm of Main Street, U.S.A. to the adventures of Adventureland, Frontierland and Tomorrowland, Disneyland combines classic attractions with modern additions such as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Signature attractions including Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain and Indiana Jones Adventure have become icons of the theme park industry.

More than seven decades after opening, Disneyland continues to evolve while preserving the ideas that made it famous. The combination of historic attractions, immersive themed environments and Walt Disney’s original vision makes Disneyland one of the world’s most celebrated theme parks.

Reviews

Exploring Disneyland

Highlights of the Theme Park

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

The classic runaway mine train

Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room

A great musical sensation

Haunted Mansion

The eerie haunted house

Indiana Jones Adventure

A fast-paced experience

Jungle Cruise

The trip to the backside of water

Matterhorn Bobsleds

The classic steel coaster

Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Train

An awesome dark ride

Pirates of the Caribbean

The great classic attraction

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

The best dark ride

TKathke March 8, 2024 July 29, 2026 Disneyland

Disney California Adventure

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Theme Park:	Disney California Adventure (since 2001)
	Part of the Resort Disneyland Resort

Address:	Disneyland Resort
	92802 Anaheim
	https://disneyland.disney.go.com

Operated by:	Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Disney California Adventure in Anaheim, California is the second theme park at the Disneyland Resort and opened in 2001. While neighboring Disneyland celebrates Disney’s classic characters and timeless stories, Disney California Adventure draws inspiration from California itself, along with Pixar and the Marvel Universe. Following a major transformation over the past decade, the park has become an essential part of the Disneyland Resort experience.

Among the park’s biggest highlights are Cars Land and Grizzly Peak. Cars Land faithfully recreates the town of Radiator Springs from the Pixar films, while Grizzly Peak captures the atmosphere of a national park with towering pine trees, waterfalls and its iconic mountain backdrop. Other major attractions include Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!, Incredicoaster and a variety of family-friendly dark rides.

Although Disney California Adventure is smaller than neighboring Disneyland, there’s easily enough to keep visitors busy for a full day. Its mix of immersive themed lands, major attractions, live entertainment and seasonal events makes it an experience that perfectly complements a visit to Disneyland.

Reviews

Going on an California Adventure

Highlights of the Theme Park

Grizzly River Run

The great rapids ride

Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Break Out

A very fun drop tower

Incredicoaster

A large-scale launch coaster

Pixar Pal-A-Round

The Coaster Wheel

Radiator Springs Racers

A world-class ride

Web Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure

A fun interactive dark ride

TKathke February 25, 2024 July 27, 2026 Disney California Adventure Park

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

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Theme Park:	Six Flags Discovery Kingdom (since 2007)
	Six Flags Marine World (1999 - 2006)
	New Marine World Theme Park (1998)
	Marine World Africa USA (1986 - 1997)

Address:	1001 Fairgrounds Dr:
	94589 Vallejo
	https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom

Operated by:	Six Flags

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California, is one of the more unusual parks in the Six Flags family, combining a full amusement park with animal exhibits and presentations. The park traces its roots to 1968 and moved to its current location in Vallejo in 1986. After operating for several years as Marine World Africa USA, the park gradually added more rides and roller coasters before eventually becoming Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in 2007.

Today, roller coasters are a major part of the park, with Medusa, Joker and Superman Ultimate Flight among its best-known attractions. They are joined by a broad selection of thrill rides and family attractions, while the park’s animal exhibits remain an important part of its identity. Visitors can encounter a variety of marine animals and other species throughout the different areas of the park.

This mix of rides and animals gives Six Flags Discovery Kingdom a character of its own. With its long history as Marine World still visible in parts of the park, it feels quite different from a typical Six Flags amusement park.

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An evening at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom