The 6 Best Disney Parks & Activities in Orange County, Orange County

January 21, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Beyond its epic theme parks and perfect weather, Orange County is celebrated for outdoor dining, entertainment and beach-bound adventure. Treat yourself at South Coast Plaza for the finest in luxury shopping and superlative restaurants. Spend an afternoon aboard a whale watching cruise in Newport Harbor, or cast a reel from the Huntington Beach Pier. Stop to smell the flowers at the Sherman Library and Gardens, or explore Laguna’s vast variety of boutique shops along the Pacific Coast Highway.
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1. Disneyland Park

1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802 +1 714-781-4636 https://disneyland.disney.go.com/
Excellent
64%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 27,350 reviews

Disneyland Park

Welcome to the place where imagination is the destination. For young and old, big and small — it's the happiest place on earth! Come build memories with your family that last a lifetime as you discover the wonder of this magical, fantastical world. When you enter the lands that comprise Disneyland Park, stories come to life around you, immersing you in tales from some of your favorite Disney films.

Reviewed By silvia_martins - Katy, United States

We had a wonderful time there! It was not supposed to be crowded, according to crowd calendars, but I did think it was quite busy and some lines were long, which makes it difficult with two very young kids. It is natural to compare with Orlando and the possibility of getting Fastpass for almost everything (which does not happen at Disneyland!), so in that sense we could not go to all the rides we wanted to as it would be too tiring for the kids, but we definitely enjoyed it a lot and we were able to go to many. Since a lot of the rides do not have a minimum height limit, we really enjoyed a lot of options! We really enjoyed Buzz Lightyear (it is definitely one of our favorite ones - we got to go twice on the same day!) and the classicals like Small worls, Dumbo, Storybook Canal, Finding Nemo, Space Mountain (single rider line was really helpful as only my husband and I could go and we needed to go separately!) Highlight for the kids was Toontown!!! They loved every bit of it and had major fun to greeting the characters (including Goofy and Pluto that were just walking around!!!!)

2. Disney California Adventure Park

1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92803-3232 +1 714-284-6391 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disney-california-adventure/?CMP=OKC-dlr_TA_173
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 15,496 reviews

Disney California Adventure Park

Experience the thrill of the an old wooden rollercoaster, but with modern twists, turns and technology, at "California Screamin." Or enjoy a live performance by your favorite characters at Disney's newest theme park, featuring a slew of exciting rides and family entertainment.

Reviewed By vicky255068 - Brisbane, Australia

So much to see and do , Cars Land is amazing and the cars ride is epic ???? world of color show is stunning , I did the dessert party , best seat in the house and scrummy food ???? plenty to do for young and old ????

3. Downtown Disney District

Disneyland Dr at Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804 +1 714-781-4565 https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/
Excellent
50%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8,768 reviews

Downtown Disney District

Make way for more magic with unique eateries, upscale shops and exciting entertainment for Guests of all ages at Disneyland Resort's Downtown Disney District! Check out Disney fan favorite shops like World of Disney, Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, & Disney Home; and unique restaurants like Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes & Salt & Straw. For the most up to date health and safety measures and top things to know, go to: https: //disneyland.disney.go.com / experience-updates / downtown-disney / Check out Disney fan favorite shops like World of Disney, Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, & Disney Home; and unique restaurants like Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes & Salt & Straw. For the most up to date health and safety measures and top things to know, go to: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/downtown-disney/

Reviewed By CMelam - Bend, United States

In addition to the two Disney parks, there's also Downtown Disney which is a must see when in Anaheim. We always have a great time walking around Downtown, shopping, having a great meal, and just hanging out. There are plenty of restaurants, great shopping opportunities if you've forgotten to buy your keepsakes in the park, and a great place to people watch. You can get many of the sweets that you can find in the park, and the huge Disney store has everything you could want.

4. Disneyland Resort VIP Tours

1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92803 +1 714-781-4565 https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/vip-tour-services/
Excellent
78%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 49 reviews

Disneyland Resort VIP Tours

Reviewed By M4436IHkellya - Yakima, United States

Worth every damn penny! A friend recommended the tour so that you’re able to get on all the rides in one day at the park. The cost was around $500/hr with a minimum of 4 hours. But you do get to have up to 12 people in the group so it’s totally worth it. We did get to go on every ride, just walked right up and got on when the lines were outrageous (many dirty looks from ongoers, let me tell you!) Our tour guide, Jeff, was so awesome and fun! He even took the kids on rides we (the adults) didn’t want to go on! He got us Dole slushees when that line was like 8 miles long too! The tour has ruined me because I never want to stand in line again!!

5. Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!

1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/attractions/disney-california-adventure/guardians-galaxy-mission-breakout/
Excellent
76%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 196 reviews

Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!

Reviewed By WilsonLin - Coquitlam, Canada

Super fun, thrilling ride! It is so fun and also so scary. Really cool entertainment too for all the guardians of the galaxy parts.

6. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

1313 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92802 +1 714-781-4636 http://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disneyland/star-wars-galaxys-edge/?OKC=CMP-dlr_starwarsland_TA_19025523
Excellent
62%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 169 reviews

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Reviewed By 02corvette - Marietta, United States

Being handicapped, we were put in a special shuttle with wider aisles. It was on the ride as a gunner I found out that after 3 yrs, my SiL who never calls me by any name knew my name when he goes Shoot Harriette, Shoot...When I got over the shock, I did shoot. The entire area is so well done and so much detail to see. Even the bathrooms have a lot of stalls so there is no waiting. Storm Troopers everywhere which made it fun as our dtrs theme for her wedding 2 yrs ago was Star Wars and she had a storm trooper there. We got in line and it moved fairly well and steadily and we were there the Sun after t-giving. Took about 20 min total so not bad. At 78 I had a riot here!

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