Disneyland Resort | Ironcrest Travel Co

Two Worlds, One Resort

The Two Parks

Disneyland Resort's two parks sit side by side — you can step from one to the other in minutes, making multi-park days effortless.

SINCE 1955

Disneyland Park

The original. Walt Disney personally walked these grounds before opening day, and his fingerprints are still on every detail. Sleeping Beauty Castle is more intimate than its Florida counterpart, and that closeness makes it more magical — you feel like you could reach out and touch the fairytale. Main Street, U.S.A. is filled with Walt-era atmosphere you won't find anywhere else.

The park's eight lands include the original Pirates of the Caribbean (longer and more elaborate than WDW's), the Matterhorn Bobsleds, Big Thunder Mountain, Indiana Jones Adventure, and the brand-new Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

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Pirates of the Caribbean Indiana Jones Adventure Matterhorn Bobsleds Haunted Mansion Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE

Disney California Adventure

The resort's second gate opened in 2001 and has evolved into one of Disney's most acclaimed parks. It celebrates the spirit of California — from its stunning Pixar Pier boardwalk to the ambitious Avengers Campus, which drops you into the heart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Radiator Springs Racers in Cars Land is consistently rated one of Disney's best attractions worldwide.

World of Color — the nighttime spectacular on Paradise Bay — is one of the most impressive water, light, and projection shows in theme park history. Plan your evening around it.

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Radiator Springs Racers Guardians of the Galaxy Avengers Campus Incredicoaster World of Color

Stay Within the Magic

Disneyland Hotels

All three official Disneyland Resort hotels offer walking distance access to both parks and Early Park Entry every day. Staying on-property transforms a theme park visit into a true immersive resort vacation.

The Classic

Disneyland Hotel

The original Disney hotel that has welcomed guests since 1955. Recently reimagined with a stunning Fantasy Tower renovation, it now features themed rooms inspired by classic Disney animated films. The iconic Never Land pool complex is a destination in itself.

Direct Park Access Themed Rooms Never Land Pool

FLAGSHIP

Luxury Flagship

Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Disney's finest hotel in California, the Grand Californian is a stunning Arts and Crafts masterpiece inspired by the great national park lodges. Its unrivaled location offers a private entrance directly into Disney California Adventure — you walk from the lobby into the park. The Napa Rose restaurant is one of Southern California's most acclaimed fine dining destinations.

Private DCA Entrance Napa Rose Restaurant Mandara Spa

Family Favorite

Pixar Place Hotel

Transformed in 2024, this newly rebranded hotel celebrates the beloved stories and characters of Pixar. Vibrant, imaginative decor brings Woody, Buzz, Nemo, and the Incredibles to life throughout the hotel. A fantastic choice for families with younger children who love Pixar films.

Pixar Themed Rooms Newly Renovated Family Friendly

Shop, Dine, Play

Downtown Disney District

Just steps from both park entrances, Downtown Disney District is Disneyland Resort's free admission shopping and dining promenade. It's the perfect place to extend your day before or after the parks — and it costs nothing to browse.

Acclaimed Dining

From the legendary Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen and Tortilla Jo's to the new Black Tap Craft Burgers and iconic Naples Ristorante, Downtown Disney delivers genuine culinary variety beyond the parks.

Shopping

World of Disney — one of the largest Disney stores anywhere — anchors the shopping scene alongside LEGO, Pandora, bespoke boutiques, and specialty Disney merchandise you won't find in the parks.

Entertainment & Atmosphere

Live entertainment, interactive experiences, and a lively outdoor atmosphere make Downtown Disney worth a dedicated evening stroll. It's a great way to ease into vacation mode the night before your first park day.

Insider Knowledge

Disneyland Planning Tips

Park Hopping is Effortless

One of Disneyland Resort's greatest advantages over Walt Disney World is proximity. The two parks are a 5-minute walk apart, making park hopping genuinely practical. With a Park Hopper ticket, you can start your morning in Disneyland for rope drop and cross over to DCA for the afternoon World of Color show without any transportation headaches.

Use Lightning Lane Strategically

Radiator Springs Racers, Rise of the Resistance, and Web Slingers are the marquee Lightning Lane Single Pass attractions at Disneyland Resort. Purchase these at 7am on your day-of. Lightning Lane Multi Pass covers most other major attractions — buying it at park opening and tapping in quickly builds a solid itinerary for the day.

Stay for After-Dark Magic

Disneyland at night is one of the most visually stunning experiences in all of theme park travel. Fantasmic!, the fireworks spectacular over Sleeping Beauty Castle, and the World of Color show in DCA all happen after dark — and all three are worth planning your evening around. Crowds also thin noticeably after 8pm on weeknights.

Book Dining 60 Days Ahead

Disneyland Resort's ADR window opens 60 days in advance. Napa Rose, Carthay Circle Restaurant, Blue Bayou (inside Pirates of the Caribbean), and character dining at Goofy's Kitchen fill quickly. We book your reservations the morning your window opens — ensuring the tables your family will treasure.

Your Advantage

Why Book Disneyland with Ironcrest

Personalized Park Plans

We build a custom touring plan for your group — which park each morning, when to hop, which Lightning Lane to grab first — all tailored to the ages, interests, and energy levels in your party.

Hotel Selection Expertise

The Grand Californian's private DCA entrance alone can change your entire vacation rhythm. We match your family to the right hotel tier and room category based on your priorities — not just price.

Zero Extra Cost

Our full planning service is completely free. Disney compensates us directly so you receive expert guidance, dining reservations, and touring advice at no additional charge compared to booking on your own.

Let's Plan Together

Plan Your Disneyland Trip

Share your dream trip details and your dedicated Compass Planner will build a personalized Disneyland Resort itinerary within 24 hours — completely free.