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.

Going on an California Adventure

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