Hello there Lauren! How exciting that your trip to the "Happiest Place on Earth" is coming up so soon!
We love taking a ride on the
Disneyland Railroad! There is a very special part on your journey where you venture through Primeval World - Land of the Dinosaurs, but you are correct that the Disneyland Railroad is currently closed for refurbishment. There are some very exciting things taking place at the Disneyland Resort which means that the Disneyland Railroad needs to temporarily close for these updates to take place. It is currently the only place to see dinosaurs, there are not any other dinosaur-themed attractions at either theme park.
However, I do have a few recommendations for you! Even though it's not dinosaurs, I highly recommend taking an adventure on the world famous
Jungle Cruise in Disneyland Park where you'll get to see so many fun animals throughout your journey. Your skipper will also entertain you with some jokes and laughs along the way!
If you are a
Toy Story fan, then I'd head over to Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park to see Trixie the Triceratops while on
Toy Story Midway Mania, or take a spin on
Jessie's Critter Carousel! It may not be dinosaurs that you get to take a ride on, but there are a ton of fun characters, my kids love the skunks!
I'm wishing you and your family a wonderful trip full of memories, Lauren! If I can help with any other questions or suggestions before your trip, please
come back and ask!
Have a magical day!
Melissa