Disney's California Adventure

To all who believe in the power of dreams...
Welcome!
DISNEY'S 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'S 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's 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 a giant golden sun presides over a wave fountain, while 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". Playhouse Disney is 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 Playhouse Disney - 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, Mulholland Madness, a "Wild Mouse" type of roller coaster, Jumpin' Jellyfish, Orange Stinger, MaliBoomer, which launches riders into the air, 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. Dining opportunities include a Disney Princess Character meal at Ariel's Grotto, pizza and pasta from Pizza Oom Mow Mow, and frozen ice cream treats from Catch a Flave. 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 The 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 frequent character appearances in the area. Farmer's Market serves fish and chicken strips, while Sam Andreas Shakes provides a variety of frozen confections.

What's New?

Holidays at Disney's California Adventure - November 13, 2009 - January 3, 2010. The holiday season returns with the candy cane "CALIFORNIA" letters at the park entrance and festive decorations in the Hollywood Backlot, Flik's Fun Fair, and Paradise Bay. Disney's Electrical Parade runs nightly from December 18-January 3.

What's Next?

Disney's World of Color - this all-new nighttime spectacular premieres in spring, 2010.

Toy Story - The Musical - will take over the Hyperion Theatre in early 2011.

DCA Expansion - A major expansion of the park, including a new Cars Land, as well as 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's California Adventure, please email us. Thank you.

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