I had read once in a blog about the things you MUST do when visiting Disneyland. While reading her pg it made me go a bit of :] and :\ . Her list seemed to me like if you have a multi-day hopper pass that it would be okay. So what my list is going to consist of is a list of things to do if you do have a multi day hopper pass and a day for a one day hopper.
Here are some things you HAVE TO DO when you go to Disneyland,but only if you have a one day hopper.
Here are some things you HAVE TO DO when you go to Disneyland,but only if you have a one day hopper.
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1.) If you want to know a lot about the Disneyland Resort but don't want too much info that you've become annoyed by it, invite a friend who's got a pass. lol I mean seriously, they go a LOT more times than you do AND speaking personally every time I visit I ALWAYS learn something new. For example, finding hidden Mickeys! Those are a fucking blast to find, especially those fuckers that took u over a month to find. ^^ Also, passholders know ther way around showtimes and fastpass and other inside shitz you'd never would've known on your 672nd visit there. I guess it all depends on what kind of day you'd like to have... But it's highly recommended.
2.) Quick tidbit- Character dining. I feel if you're only going to be there for one day it's a must. Have your party the night before brainstorm weather they want to splurge on breakfast or lunch. I didn't mention dinner cause if you do have a meal during breakfast or lunch you're done for the day. lol With Breakfast i'm ALWAYS full the entire day, and lunch is the same deal. If you have a pass it's nifty discount, so if you don't have a pass invite an annual passholder so you can smooch on their 10-15% discount. :] There's lots of themed breakfasts/lunches like a Lilo & Stitch luau or a wilderness treat with Chip & Dale. both breakfasts are located outside of the park. Minnie & Friends can be located inside the park & is great for meeting all your favorite characters. Even though it can be pricey ((25-50 bucks a pop)) the memories will last forever, and so will that fullness feeling. I like it cause it's a buffet, so stay there till you know you had your monayz worth. If you feel like being apart of a western themed environmment there's the Celebration Roundup, which comes with an all you care to eat entree with Ribs, chicken, corn, beans etc.It even comes with a yummy dessert. WORTH EVERY PENNY.
3.) As soon as I enter those gates... PHOTOPASS! ^^ A photopass is a really awesome thing where photographers at the Disneyland Resort take your picture and add a bit of that Disney magic. You can purchase it for a fee at the store or look at it & buy it at home. As for me, I have my own “system” of getting those pics. ((e-mail me if u wana know. ^^)) Go to City Hall. This year is the year of celebration, so naturally everyone at Disneyland will ask... What are you celebrating? Get a button for it! Weather it's a birthday, anniversary, just married/graduated, or just want to be an honorary citizen they have it! Even if you don't have the exact button you're looking for they have a button that says “I'm celebrating!” Plus it's free, so why not get one?
4.) Waft in Main Street USA. Smell the popcorn making, those damn basterds secretly blowing the scent of ice cream at the Carnation Cafe'... That theater that ALWAYS has “Now showing: Steamboat Willie!” is actually a little exhibit. go in. It's nifty. Walk slowly. Retards w/strollers have this habit of running over a shoe or two while trying to get their child on the Dumbo ride/ Fantasyland. But for a few mins... take a look around... but don't shop till you're going home... unless you like carrying that huge plush all day.
5.) I don't know if it's b/c i've gone to disneyland 100+ times this year alone, but i think starting at Adventureland has always been the best bet. First things first though... GET AN INDY FASTPASS. I honestly don't think it's worth waiting 30 mins for... just go back on at your specific time. PIRATES IS A MUST. Does not matter if the only words you know in the song is “yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me... blah blah blah blah...” It's fun. go on. Haunted Mansion next. I regret not going to that darn ride till i was 18 ((for reals, no one told me it wasn't scary, it just sounded scary to me, lol)) but it is indeed fun. By that time u should be able to get a Fastpass for Splash Mtn. As for jungle cruise, it's always nice to hear a crappy joke every once & a while, but not a must. While you're around New Orleans Square spend $3.25 for a Mint Julep, bloody brilliant.
6.) When going to Disneyland you MUST visit all Mountains... Splash, Thunder, and Space. A MUST. I don't think Splash & Space are worth waiting foor in line, unless you're a hidden Mickey finder... Get a bloody fastpass. Also, hit the Matterhorn bobsleds. Fun.
7.) Wait for Nemo. Wait for Nemo. Wait for Nemo. WAIT FOR NEMO. K thanks.
8.) Go into Fantasyland early in the morning if you really really really REALLY want to. Lately I've just been going on the rides that are the shortest or just pick my fav movie ride there. And that's the beauty of having a pass, not worrying & having to cram every bloody thing. But you only have a one day hopper, so choose wisely.
9.) Walk to the Sleeping Beauty Castle before you leave. I don't care how many times you'e taken a pic there, but you can NEVER take too many Disney pics there. :] One thing I really liked about Nat's blog was “Get really excited when you see Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Jump up and down and say "I'm at Disneyland!" I mean, soak it in, dammit.” For reals. You only live once, and who knows when you'll visit again. Oh & if it's not your b-day but you want to meet Mickey, go to his house. He dresses up in 4 different costumes for you, but you'll never know which one he'll pick when he meets you. 8(:-D
10.) California Adventure: You won't need just as much time to see a junkload of things, but this park is just as important. If Aladdin the musical is showing that day, WATCH IT. The Genie makes you glad you did. It all depends on what type of day it is, but if Tower of Terror looks empty, go on. I like waiting till it's sundown so it looks scary. :]
11.) Walk into the Animation studio. If you have time to go into all the rooms i highly suggest you do, but if you don't, draw a character! This is the best free souvenior there. After go on Soarin' & if it's hot enough get a FP for GRR, that's another ride not worth waiting 65 mins for.
12.) They just started doing construction on their new Symphony Swings, which is taking place of the orange swings. Other than that, Ferris Wheel, Toy Story Mania, Cali Screamin', all worth it. I really miss my Corn Dog Castle, but they still have em behind the PT Flea Market, highly reccommended especially if you're on a budget. Very filling.
13.) If you have time stop at Muppet Vision. It's a good 20+ min rest. Lastly, go on Monster's Inc. if it's less than 20 mins, unless you really love that movie, enjoy your trip to Montropolis. Also, if you want to have a minor panic attack, watch “It's Tough to be a Bug!” at Bug's land. hahaha The rest of the time you have go back & do the things you kinda sorta wanted to do but you told yourself “we'll go back when we have time...” If you have time go buck wild. ;]
14.) Fantasmic > Electrical Parade > Magical. Choose wisely what you want to watch at night. Everything is packed like a mofo & if you feel like fireworks I highly suggest Fantasmic! Fantasmic's got a water show plus a mini Mickey adventure plus characters galore. Magical's got a real Tinkerbelle & real Dumbo, but it's only a 30 second cameo... then perdy fireworks. I think it's worth seeing once. lol So if you just want to see fireworks, see Magical.
Even though it seems like a little, it's all packed with an awesome Disneyland Resort adventure. 8(:-D)
2.) Quick tidbit- Character dining. I feel if you're only going to be there for one day it's a must. Have your party the night before brainstorm weather they want to splurge on breakfast or lunch. I didn't mention dinner cause if you do have a meal during breakfast or lunch you're done for the day. lol With Breakfast i'm ALWAYS full the entire day, and lunch is the same deal. If you have a pass it's nifty discount, so if you don't have a pass invite an annual passholder so you can smooch on their 10-15% discount. :] There's lots of themed breakfasts/lunches like a Lilo & Stitch luau or a wilderness treat with Chip & Dale. both breakfasts are located outside of the park. Minnie & Friends can be located inside the park & is great for meeting all your favorite characters. Even though it can be pricey ((25-50 bucks a pop)) the memories will last forever, and so will that fullness feeling. I like it cause it's a buffet, so stay there till you know you had your monayz worth. If you feel like being apart of a western themed environmment there's the Celebration Roundup, which comes with an all you care to eat entree with Ribs, chicken, corn, beans etc.It even comes with a yummy dessert. WORTH EVERY PENNY.
3.) As soon as I enter those gates... PHOTOPASS! ^^ A photopass is a really awesome thing where photographers at the Disneyland Resort take your picture and add a bit of that Disney magic. You can purchase it for a fee at the store or look at it & buy it at home. As for me, I have my own “system” of getting those pics. ((e-mail me if u wana know. ^^)) Go to City Hall. This year is the year of celebration, so naturally everyone at Disneyland will ask... What are you celebrating? Get a button for it! Weather it's a birthday, anniversary, just married/graduated, or just want to be an honorary citizen they have it! Even if you don't have the exact button you're looking for they have a button that says “I'm celebrating!” Plus it's free, so why not get one?
4.) Waft in Main Street USA. Smell the popcorn making, those damn basterds secretly blowing the scent of ice cream at the Carnation Cafe'... That theater that ALWAYS has “Now showing: Steamboat Willie!” is actually a little exhibit. go in. It's nifty. Walk slowly. Retards w/strollers have this habit of running over a shoe or two while trying to get their child on the Dumbo ride/ Fantasyland. But for a few mins... take a look around... but don't shop till you're going home... unless you like carrying that huge plush all day.
5.) I don't know if it's b/c i've gone to disneyland 100+ times this year alone, but i think starting at Adventureland has always been the best bet. First things first though... GET AN INDY FASTPASS. I honestly don't think it's worth waiting 30 mins for... just go back on at your specific time. PIRATES IS A MUST. Does not matter if the only words you know in the song is “yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me... blah blah blah blah...” It's fun. go on. Haunted Mansion next. I regret not going to that darn ride till i was 18 ((for reals, no one told me it wasn't scary, it just sounded scary to me, lol)) but it is indeed fun. By that time u should be able to get a Fastpass for Splash Mtn. As for jungle cruise, it's always nice to hear a crappy joke every once & a while, but not a must. While you're around New Orleans Square spend $3.25 for a Mint Julep, bloody brilliant.
6.) When going to Disneyland you MUST visit all Mountains... Splash, Thunder, and Space. A MUST. I don't think Splash & Space are worth waiting foor in line, unless you're a hidden Mickey finder... Get a bloody fastpass. Also, hit the Matterhorn bobsleds. Fun.
7.) Wait for Nemo. Wait for Nemo. Wait for Nemo. WAIT FOR NEMO. K thanks.
8.) Go into Fantasyland early in the morning if you really really really REALLY want to. Lately I've just been going on the rides that are the shortest or just pick my fav movie ride there. And that's the beauty of having a pass, not worrying & having to cram every bloody thing. But you only have a one day hopper, so choose wisely.
9.) Walk to the Sleeping Beauty Castle before you leave. I don't care how many times you'e taken a pic there, but you can NEVER take too many Disney pics there. :] One thing I really liked about Nat's blog was “Get really excited when you see Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Jump up and down and say "I'm at Disneyland!" I mean, soak it in, dammit.” For reals. You only live once, and who knows when you'll visit again. Oh & if it's not your b-day but you want to meet Mickey, go to his house. He dresses up in 4 different costumes for you, but you'll never know which one he'll pick when he meets you. 8(:-D
10.) California Adventure: You won't need just as much time to see a junkload of things, but this park is just as important. If Aladdin the musical is showing that day, WATCH IT. The Genie makes you glad you did. It all depends on what type of day it is, but if Tower of Terror looks empty, go on. I like waiting till it's sundown so it looks scary. :]
11.) Walk into the Animation studio. If you have time to go into all the rooms i highly suggest you do, but if you don't, draw a character! This is the best free souvenior there. After go on Soarin' & if it's hot enough get a FP for GRR, that's another ride not worth waiting 65 mins for.
12.) They just started doing construction on their new Symphony Swings, which is taking place of the orange swings. Other than that, Ferris Wheel, Toy Story Mania, Cali Screamin', all worth it. I really miss my Corn Dog Castle, but they still have em behind the PT Flea Market, highly reccommended especially if you're on a budget. Very filling.
13.) If you have time stop at Muppet Vision. It's a good 20+ min rest. Lastly, go on Monster's Inc. if it's less than 20 mins, unless you really love that movie, enjoy your trip to Montropolis. Also, if you want to have a minor panic attack, watch “It's Tough to be a Bug!” at Bug's land. hahaha The rest of the time you have go back & do the things you kinda sorta wanted to do but you told yourself “we'll go back when we have time...” If you have time go buck wild. ;]
14.) Fantasmic > Electrical Parade > Magical. Choose wisely what you want to watch at night. Everything is packed like a mofo & if you feel like fireworks I highly suggest Fantasmic! Fantasmic's got a water show plus a mini Mickey adventure plus characters galore. Magical's got a real Tinkerbelle & real Dumbo, but it's only a 30 second cameo... then perdy fireworks. I think it's worth seeing once. lol So if you just want to see fireworks, see Magical.
Even though it seems like a little, it's all packed with an awesome Disneyland Resort adventure. 8(:-D)
