What time should I get to California Adventure?


What time should I get to California Adventure? Your goal should be standing outside the gates of the park 45 minutes before the official opening time so that you are near the front of the gate queue so that you can get up close to the front of the rope for the beginning of rope drop.


How early to get to Disney California Adventure?

We recommend leaving your hotel around 60 minutes prior to early entry (so 90 minutes prior to regular opening). For a 7.30am early entry you will want to leave your hotel by 6.40am at the latest and have cleared security and arrived at the entrance to Disney California Adventure by 7.15am.


How many hours does California Adventure take?

We took teenagers with us and we were all happy with about 6 hours in the park. You could do both parks if you prefer. It would be a long day for me, but still doable unless you want to ride on all rides. If it is warm...go on Grizzly River Rapids, way fun water ride.


Is California Adventure worth a full day?

You really need a full day in California Adventure Park to experience it to the fullest. Plus, the wait times for many rides are between 20 minutes to 2 hours, so you will need the full day to sit on most rides, even with Genie Plus.


Does California Adventure have fireworks?

All Firework shows at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are presented on select nights, weather permitting. Enjoy this comprehensive guide to Disneyland Resort Fireworks and Parades!


What is the slowest day at Disneyland?

Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, especially Monday-Thursdays. On weekends, Sundays are usually less crowded than Saturdays. Regular weekends tend to be less crowded than holiday weekends.


What time are fireworks at Disneyland?

Disneyland fireworks usually begin at 9:30 p.m. each night and 9:00 p.m. during cooler months. For the upcoming schedule check the online daily schedule or the Disneyland app (Apple/Android) under entertainment.


How do you maximize time at California Adventure?

The main rule of thumb for having a successful day at the Disneyland Resort remains the same: arrive early! Be prepared to get to the resort before official park opening. On weekdays the gates have been opening anywhere from 30-45 minutes before the park officially opens.


Is it better to go to Disneyland in the morning or afternoon?

The best way to get a lot done in Disneyland is to get there in the morning EARLY and power through as many attractions as you can. Most times you will be able to get more attractions done the first two hours of the morning than you will the rest of the day combined.


Is Genie Plus worth it?

Genie Plus is definitely worth it for Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, and if you don't like early starts, you might consider it for Epcot and Animal Kingdom. If you are park hopping, Genie+ is even better value as it maximises the number of rides you have access to.


How early should I arrive at Disneyland?

We recommend guests without Early Entry plan to arrive at the park gates 30 minutes before scheduled park open. Keep in mind you'll need to account for parking and security time, too. On busier days, you might arrive even earlier, but at some point you have to be pragmatic.


Do Disney parks let you in early?

What Is Early Entry at Disney World? Early Theme Park Entry is a perk of staying at a Disney hotel or select other hotel that allows these guests access to every park, every day, for 30 minutes before the park opens.


Is it better to start your day at Disneyland or California Adventure?

The general consensus in most Disney and travel forums is that Disneyland should be your first choice, and moving on to California Adventure afterward. If you are trying to get everything done in one day, staying in a hotel on-site the night before is a good idea.


What are the busiest days at California Adventure?

Peak Spring Break season. Most schools are out of session on the weeks before and of Easter Sunday (April 31). Grad Nite. The event tends to make Disney California Adventure more crowded, so avoid going on these dates if you can.


Is California Adventure less busy than Disneyland?

Crowds at Disneyland vs California Adventure Disneyland is always a little more crowded than Disney California Adventure, but it is also a bigger park and has more rides and attractions.