Location: Anaheim
Top Things to do in Anaheim
Top 8 Water & Amusement Parks in Anaheim, California (CA)
Known as the home of “the happiest place on Earth,” there’s more to Anaheim than thrilling theme parks. Bring your appetite to the Anaheim Packing District and Center Street Promenade for some eclectic eateries and award-winning craft breweries. Explore the latest exhibits at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center. Enjoy live music at the all-new House of Blues, now at the Anaheim GardenWalk.
Restaurants in Anaheim
1. Disneyland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27,350 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15,496 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,768 reviews
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. Luigi's Rollickin' Roadsters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 344 reviews
Reviewed By The_Wrights_Komoks - Comox, Canada
Our first trip to Disneyland (and California Adventure Park) and this was our very first ride!!! Super cute and fun ride to break yourself in with.
5. Adventure City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Adventure City is the little theme park that's big on family fun! Admission for a family of four is less than a ticket to a big park so you can enjoy all of our 17 rides, shows and attractions for one affordable price! Experience thrills on one of our two roller coasters including our newest coaster, Rewind Racers. North America's first forward and reversing family shuttle coaster. Take a ride on the Adventure City Express Train for a scenic trip around the park or get a little loony on the crazy bus. Meet some new animal friends in our petting farm. Enjoy fun, interactive children's shows and so much more! Adventure City, Orange County's premier destination for affordable family fun!
Reviewed By elizabethlascheid - Marina del Rey, United States
Adventure City is just the best little theme park in Southern California. The people that work there are so kind and helpful. The place is spotless and I don't know how they do that with all the kids. There are plenty of bathrooms, and all are super clean. There is not a ton of food there so maybe eat before. We have been before. This time we went to their Halloween event. They were open for most of October at night and on a week night--they are usually not open late on weeknights. It was wonderful. It was a great price. You just go to their website and buy on line. The staff is dressed up and they have trick or treating for the kids. All the rides are dressed up for the holiday and the whole experience is just the best. Adventure City is not something for adults without kids. Most of the rides are for 13 and under, but anyone can go on them. They do have a big coaster which is the best. You will love this place. Have the best time.
6. Disneyland Resort VIP Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
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!!
7. Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
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.
8. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
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!
