Disney California Adventure

To all who believe in the power of dreams...
Welcome!
DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE
opens its golden gates to you.

Here we pay tribute to the dreamers of the past... the native people, explorers, immigrants, aviators, entrepreneurs and entertainers who built the Golden State.
And we salute a new generation of dreamers who are creating the wonders of tomorrow... from the silver screen to the computer screen... from the fertile farmlands to the far reaches of space.
DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE
celebrates the richness and the diversity of California...
its land, its people its spirit and above all,
the dreams that it continues to inspire.

-- Dedication
read by Michael D. Eisner, Chairman and CEO,
The Walt Disney Company on February 8, 2001.

OVERVIEW

Upon entering Disney California Adventure guests pass under a version of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge (this one is a bridge for the Disneyland Monorail) and into Sunshine Plaza where classic California songs play in the background.

Though not the classic spoke design, pathways from Sunshine Plaza lead to the other areas of the park:

Hollywood Pictures Backlot - A large ornately decorated movie studio gateway leads into this Hollywood-themed area. The names of shops and restaurants are clever plays on words, like "Award Weiners" and "Schmoozies". The Disney Jr. Theateris located here, as is the Hyperion Theater, where the musical spectactular Disney's Aladdin is presented on stage. Next to the Hyperion the Hollywood Tower Hotel invites guest to "drop in" for a vist to the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. On the lighter side take a tour of Monstropolis in Monsters Inc., Mike and Sulley to the Rescue or watch some of those zany Muppet antics in Muppet*Vision 3D. The Animation Building houses several different activities - chat with a turtle, learn to draw a Disney character, or play in the Sorceror's Workshop. Younger guests will enjoy seeing their favorite TV characters come to life in the Disney Junior - Live on Stage! show.

Condor Flats, which pays homage to California's aviation tradition, hosts one of the park's signature attractions: Soarin' Over California. This simulated hang glider ride takes guests "soarin'" over some of California's beautiful scenic areas. Taste Pilot's Grill serves tasty ribs, chicken, burgers and fries.

In the Grizzly Peak Recreation Area take a whitewater raft ride on Grizzly River Run. You WILL get wet!

Paradise Pier is the largest area in the park. Located around Paradise Bay are a number of attractions and amusements reminscent of those found in classic seaside amusement parks, like the aircar ride The Golden Zephyr, Jumpin' Jellyfish, Silly Symphony Swings, Mickey's Fun Wheel, a deceptively thrilling ferris wheel, King Triton's Carousel with its ocean-themed carousel animals, and Paradise Pier's signature attraction, California Screamin'. This fast and smooth roller coaster takes guests on an exhilirating ride up, down, and around, including a loop under the Paradise Pier logo emblazoned on the front of the coaster track. The very popular Toy Story Mania attraction, with a wild ride-through as you play popular midway games with your favorite Disney*Pixar characters, is located here. The new spectacular nighttime show World of Color, takes place nightly in the waters of Paradise Bay. Dining opportunities include a Disney Princess Character meal at Ariel's Grotto, frozen ice cream treats from Catch a Flave and snacks like hot dogs and corn on the cob. Guests can stroll the boardwalk and try their luck at Disney-themed classic boardwalk games like Dumbo's Bucket Brigade and Bullseye Stampede.

At the Golden Vine Winery and the Pacific Wharf areas guests can sample a variety of cuisines, from al fresco Italian at Wine Country Trattoria to soups and salads in sourdough bread bowls from The Pacific Wharf Cafe, Mexican entrees from Cocina Cucamonga, and Chinese food from The Lucky Fortune Cookery.

"a bug's land" includes attractions based on characters from the movie A Bug's Life. The bugs take center stage in the 3D movie It's Tough to be a Bug. Flik's Fun Fair is designed for younger guests and hosts kid-friendly attractions like Heimlich's Chew Chew Train, Tuck'n'Roll's Drive 'em Buggies, Francis' Ladybug Boogie, Flik's Flyers, and Princess Dot Puddle Park. Flik and Atta make character appearances in the area.

What's New?

Disney Junior - Live on Stage! opened March 25, 2011.

ElecTRONica is a new nighttime event. After dark the Hollywood Pictures Backlot is transformed into the futuristic world of ElecTRONica, where guests can enjoy a 3D preview of TRON: Legacy, the LaserMan show, high energy dance parties, and the End of Line Club, which serves a selection of glowing beverages. Guests can also try their luck in Flynn's Arcade, where a wide selection of 1980s video games is available.

World of Color, the new nighttime water and light spectacular in Paradise Bay, opened June 11, 2010. On May 20, an updated version of the show premiered, featuring an extended Pirates of the Caribbean - On Stranger Tides segment.

Corn Dog Castle re-opened in May 2011.

Blue Sky Cellar has been updated with new exhibits on Ariel's Undersea Adventure, Cars Land, and Buena Vista Street.

What's Next?

The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure opens on June 3, 2011. This dark ride uses omni-mover technology to take guests on a trip "under the sea."

Goofy's Sky School opens July 1, 2011.

Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta and Paradise Garden Grill open July 1, 2011.

DCA Expansion - A major expansion of the park, including the new Cars Land, as well as other new attractions, shows, and dining, will be coming to DCA over the next several years.

If you have comments or tips to share with others about touring Disney California Adventure, please email us. Thank you.

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