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  • On Jul 6, 2025
    Jaime from TX Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi - Can Disney gift cards be used to pay for things inside Disneyland and Disney Adventure Park such as food and souvenirs? And can you recommend a spot in Disney Adventure Park for a group to meet up for a cold treat?

    Hi there, Jaime. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by with your questions for us. I see you’ll be heading to the Happiest Place on Earth at the end of the month. I bet you’re getting excited for your trip! 

    How lucky to have Disney Gift Cards to spend during your upcoming visit. You’re correct, Jaime, that Disney Gift Cards can be used towards merchandise as well as food and beverage at participating Disney owned-and-operated locations throughout Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Simply present your Disney Gift Card when paying at the shops for your souvenir and other merchandise. As for dining, Disney Gift Cards can be used at table service or quick service restaurants, as well as at snack carts too. When you’re using the Disneyland mobile app to place mobile orders for food and beverages, you can input your Disney Gift Card information and use as a form of payment. You can also use the gift card at Mobile Checkout on the Disneyland mobile app to pay for merchandise at participating retail locations. As you can see, there are lots of places where you can use your Disney Gift Cards!

    Since you’ll be visiting while the weather is warm, it’s a great idea to stay cool with a cold treat. There are several places in Disney California Adventure Park that is great for your group to meet up while enjoying a cold treat. My first recommendation is Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop in San Fransokyo Square. There are plenty of seating nearby and you can enjoy a sundae, banana split, or a shake. Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats is another place I’d recommend for some yummy soft serves. You can choose between lemon, mango, or raspberry flavored soft serves. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of seating available in this area for your group to relax in but these treats are delectable. Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream is another place I recommend for a frozen treat to cool you down on a hot day. There are plenty of tables and chairs in this indoor location to enjoy some ice cream or sundaes. And by the way, Jaime, you can use your Disney Gift Cards at these recommended locations as well!

    I hope you’ll have a magical time at the Disneyland Resort soon. Please feel free to stop by planDisney again if you have more questions for us.

    Sending you pixie dust,
    Kiki

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Meet the Panelist: Kiki, California

Greetings! I have been fascinated by the magic of Disney since I was a little girl; now that I am a mother of two, I love watching my children experience Disney Parks through their own eyes. I am also surrounded by fellow Disney-loving nurse friends whom I enjoy quick adults-only Disneyland Resort escapes or Disney Cruise Line voyages with. Whether you are planning your once-in-a-lifetime family trip or a short adults-only getaway to the Happiest Place on Earth, I am here to help!

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