Hiya there, Karlene! Thanks for visiting us at planDisney!
In my opinion, planning my vacation is half of the fun! Well, maybe not half, but I do enjoy it! It can certainly be helpful to have a tangible map in front of you to better understand the layout and offerings at each Disneyland Resort theme park. However, another incredibly helpful tool is this
interactive map available on the Disneyland Resort Website. You can filter the map by location and even activities, allowing you a more personal planning experience. A similar map is available through the
Disneyland Mobile App. My family and I love to use these online maps, as it helps everyone in our planning party participate in the conversation and share their must-dos, opinions and recommendations!
Paper maps are available once you enter the parks at both
Disneyland Park and
Disneyland California Adventure Park. Though I know this doesn't help much with planning before you arrive, it can be nice to have something in hand while you're walking around the parks. I do recommend keeping the interactive map on the Disneyland Mobile App open or easily accessible, as it provides the clearest and concise direction from one attraction or experience to another.
Karlene, while the theme parks are certainly the most thrilling and exciting part of a Disneyland Resort vacation, don't forget to carve out some time to explore the
Downtown Disney District! This is where you will find all the shopping your heart could wish for, plenty of tasty sweet treats, and lots of nearby dining options. For me, no trip is ever complete without a stop at
Salt & Straw for a
Cinnamon Snickerdoodle ice cream!
I hope this vacation is your happiest one yet!
Ashley