Hey howdy hey, Sarah! You’ve got a friend in me at
planDisney, so let’s get started!
As a mom of three Mouseketeers ages 10 and under, I can understand your plight! Visiting the
Disneyland Resort with little ones can feel like a daunting task. But I’m here to tell you that it is possible, and it's so worth it!
One way to get personal help during your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth is to book a
VIP Tour, which is the most magical way to experience Disneyland Resort! With a Disneyland Resort VIP Tour, your family will be assigned a friendly Disney expert and “personal concierge” for the day, who will plan your day based on your family’s needs and priorities. Plus, your guide can make your
dining reservations and help you receive expedited access on your favorite attractions! Tours can be booked up to one year in advance, with a maximum of 10 Guests per tour and a minimum of 7 hours. The hourly rate currently fluctuates based on the day of the week and the time of year, though the latest pricing is usually set about three months in advance. To schedule your red-carpet tour, you can contact the helpful Cast Members at Disney Special Activities at (714) 300-7710, or via email at
DisneylandVIPTours@disney.com.
Another way to make your visit easier is to stay on property at a
Disneyland Resort Hotel. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is your best bet, since it’s the closest to the theme parks. In fact, it’s located adjacent to Disney California Adventure Park, and it even has an exclusive entrance into the park! So, your family could easily leave the park for a quick nap or pool break, and be back to the magic in minutes! The Disneyland Hotel is also a great option, offering the convenience of the Disneyland Monorail for a quick ride into Disneyland Park from the Downtown Disney District station.
You’ll also want to get familiar with the
Baby Care Centers located inside each theme park. These Centers are the perfect spot to take a break and feed or change your little one. You can find the Disneyland Park location on Main Street, U.S.A., and the Disney California Adventure Park location on Pacific Wharf.
Last but not least, I have a few handy helpers to recommend using in the
Disneyland app. The first one is
Disney Genie+ Service, and it will save your family valuable time by avoiding waiting in long lines. Of course, you wouldn’t need to use this service on a day you have a VIP Tour scheduled, but it’s the perfect tool to use on any days you don’t. I recently used Genie+ with my family, and we were amazed at how many attractions we were able to ride in just a few hours!
You’re also going to want to take advantage of
mobile ordering food and drinks on the Disneyland app – this has saved me from many toddler meltdowns when hunger strikes! You can schedule orders ahead of time and change them as needed to accommodate your schedule.
I hope this information helps you and your family enjoy a memorable, stress-free visit, Sarah! Please stop by with any additional questions… we’re all EARs!
Happy planning,
Kristin