Hi there, Claudia! Welcome back to planDisney. You’ve come to the right place if you’re in need of planning for a group of any size! I’d love to walk you through how I plan with my family or friends in mind.
If you’re planning for a group, I usually recommend focusing first on a mix of can’t-miss attractions across both parks. When I went to the parks with
17 close friends of mine, we created a survey where we ranked attractions across both parks to help strategize which ones were a must-do and which ones we could skip.
At Disneyland, top priorities always include classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Indiana Jones Adventure, “it’s a small world,” and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Over at California Adventure, popular group favorites include Radiator Springs Racers, WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure, Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!, and Incredicoaster.
For
Lightning Lane passes, it’s a great idea for everyone in your group to link their tickets in the
Disneyland app ahead of your visit. Once linked, you can easily select all members of your party when booking Lightning Lane selections so your group can experience attractions together. Just make sure each Guest has their own valid park ticket and has been added to your Family & Friends list in the app.
For dining, it helps to plan at least one sit-down meal in advance since
reservations can go quickly for larger groups. Book as soon as you have a date in mind or up to 60 days ahead of time! At Disneyland Park, options like Carnation Café, Plaza Inn, and Blue Bayou Restaurant are great choices depending on your vibe. In Disney California Adventure, Carthay Circle Restaurant, Lamplight Lounge, and Wine Country Trattoria are all popular for groups and offer various and unique dining experiences.
Claudia, thank you so much for visiting planDisney. I hope this scratched the surface of what you’d like to accomplish with a group visit to The Happiest Place on Earth. If you need any more recommendations or help, planDisney is here for you!
With a Sprinkle of Pixie Dust,
Bev