Welcome to planDisney, Tina! We are so glad you are here. Are you excited about your upcoming vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth? I think you will have the most magical time walking down Main Street, U.S.A., enjoying all the churros and Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars!
Tina, Disneyland Resort is divided into two theme parks:
Disneyland Park and
Disney California Adventure Park. Both theme parks are mere steps away from each other. Personally, what I think the best option for you to do is to start off with Disneyland! It is the OG, and you will feel like you've stepped into a storybook and gone back in time. I love the nostalgia of Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, and the thrills of Adventureland and Tomorrowland. Personally, I love Disneyland so much because of its history (I am a big Walt Disney fan!). I would spend a full day here first, then head on over to California Adventure the next day. I love Pixar Pier, riding The Incredicoaster, and make sure to check out the new Marvel Avengers campus! End your evening with a viewing of one of my favorite nighttime shows, World of Color! Finally, get a Park Hopper ticket for your third day, go back and forth between both parks, and hop on all the attractions you loved the first time!
There are three resorts at Disneyland:
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the
Disneyland Hotel, and
Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. Each one is uniquely themed and is a quick walk to the theme parks. Check them all out! They all have something wonderful to offer!
I hope you have the most magical visit to Disneyland, Tina!
Frances