Disneyland

[Eyorefan]

I know this is a thread for WDW fans, but I have just been invited to go to Disneyland for the day next weekend.

I have never been. Is it a lot like the Magic Kingdom in WDW?

What are the things that are "Must See?"

Thanks for your help

 

[DisneyMarg]

Woo hoo! You'll have a great time! I've been to Disneyland twice and I recommend hitting your WDW favorites at Disneyland to see the difference and also the attractions that WDW doesn't have. Their Matterhorn is a headliner so you definitely want to see that. I also love Small World there and the Storyland Canal Boats (or something like that). You can get a Dole Whip and enjoy Fantasmic. Disneyland is smaller than Magic Kingdom and has many of your favorites plus a few other offerings. If you check out the Disney.com website, they list all of the attractions in Disneyland, just like they do in Disney World.
Have fun!

 

[Rufus T Firefly]

I know this is a thread for WDW fans, but I have just been invited to go to Disneyland for the day next weekend.

I have never been. Is it a lot like the Magic Kingdom in WDW?

What are the things that are "Must See?"

Thanks for your help

Must Sees:

Matterhorn
POTC
HM
Indiana Jones
Mr Toad (not at MK)
Roger Rabbit Cartoon Spin (not at MK)
Perhaps a meal at the Blue Bayou

 

[Ms. Tinkerbell]

Woo hoo! You'll have a great time! I've been to Disneyland twice and I recommend hitting your WDW favorites at Disneyland to see the difference and also the attractions that WDW doesn't have. Their Matterhorn is a headliner so you definitely want to see that. I also love Small World there and the Storyland Canal Boats (or something like that). You can get a Dole Whip and enjoy Fantasmic. Disneyland is smaller than Magic Kingdom and has many of your favorites plus a few other offerings. If you check out the Disney.com website, they list all of the attractions in Disneyland, just like they do in Disney World.
Have fun!

I second this! I've been to Disneyland twice and loved it all Besides the Matterhorn, you can ride Mr. Toad and Roger Rabbit too! and oy my, I almost forgot, you can ride Indiana Jones. Have fun!

 

[disneygrl89]

1. The Indiana Jones Ride!!! It is AMAZING!!!! You will definitely need a fastpass for it. (And in line, if you see a rope that says 'do not pull/touch' pull it! you are supposed to!)

2. HM - You can see the updates and decide whether you like them or not. (I was their last April, I got to see Leota 2.0, but not the new bride.)

3. Matterhorn Bobsleds - already mentioned, but being the ancestor of EE, you need to check it out

4. Alice in Wonderland - Fantasyland Dark Ride, I love the movie and it is the only one of its kind (unless you count the maze in DL Paris).

5. Pinocchio - Fantasyland Dark Ride that is not in WDW

6. Storybook land canal - already mentioned, but is a nice, slow ride

7. Casey Jr. Train - get another view of the minatures in the Storybook land canal

8. Tiki Room - the original version before Zazu and Iago took over

9. Roger Rabbit Cartoon Spin - the line to the ride is well done, and keep an eye on the license plates!

Basically, EVERYTHING is a "MUST SEE"

 

[isitingood]

I know this is a thread for WDW fans, but I have just been invited to go to Disneyland for the day next weekend.

I have never been. Is it a lot like the Magic Kingdom in WDW?

What are the things that are "Must See?"

Thanks for your help

1. Matterhorn
2. Mr. Toad
3. Small World ( much better then the WDW version)

 

[Nicole220]

:wave: You're going to have a great time!

My must sees are:
Indy
Space Mountain- I'm surprised no one has mentioned this!
Matterhorn
POTC
HM
EDIT: never mind about Fantasmic. Pirates Lair construction has started, so no more show for a while.
Remember
Parade of Dreams

Keep in mind you are going on a weekend, which can get pretty busy. So try and do the big things right away when the crowds are smaller.

Have a great trip!! :wave:

 

[disney_fan_fam]

:wave: You're going to have a great time!

My must sees are:
Indy
Space Mountain- I'm surprised no one has mentioned this!
Matterhorn
POTC
HM
EDIT: never mind about Fantasmic. Pirates Lair construction has started, so no more show for a while.
Remember
Parade of Dreams

Keep in mind you are going on a weekend, which can get pretty busy. So try and do the big things right away when the crowds are smaller.

Have a great trip!! :wave:

Don't miss Space Mountain, they just refurbished it recently! POTC is wayyyy better at DL than WDW! You'll get to see Capt Jack too

If you go to DCA, don't miss California Screamin'.....great coaster!!

Have a nice time!!

 

[Skip]

I know this is a thread for WDW fans, but I have just been invited to go to Disneyland for the day next weekend.

I have never been. Is it a lot like the Magic Kingdom in WDW?

What are the things that are "Must See?"

Thanks for your help

The layout is a lot like Magic Kingdom, but it has a few unique lands (New Orleans Square, Mickey's Toontown [not the fair], Critter Country) and a bunch of unique and better attractions.

Must Sees:

• Indiana Jones Adventure (Unique to DLR!)
• Matterhorn Bobsleds (Unique to DLR!)
• Splash Mountain (Better than the WDW version imo)
• Space Mountain (Definately better than the WDW version)
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Roger Rabbit's Car-Toon Spin (Unique to DLR!)
• Haunted Mansion (Better than the WDW version imo)
• Pirates of the Caribbean (WAY better than the WDW version)
• Buzz Lightyear's Astro Blasters (Better than the WDW version)
• Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (Unique to DLR!)

Also, if you're looking for some attractions that you won't find at WDW, try:

• Indiana Jones Adventure
• Tarzan's Treehouse
• Enchanted Tiki Room (original version)
• Pinocchio's Daring Journey
• Mr. Toad's Wild Ride
• Alice in Wonderland
• Roger Rabbit's Car-Toon Spin
• Matterhorn Bobsleds

Have a great trip! Hope this helped,

-Skip