Skip Nav
Love It. Save Your Favorites Now.
40 Disneyland Hacks That Will Make Your Trip a True Fairy Tale
Best Gifts For Men 2018
Gifts For Men
27 Top Gifts For Men That Are Selling Like Nobody's Business in 2018
Cool Amazon Products
Gift Guide
16 Cool Amazon Products That Will Change Your Life — All Under $30
Cheap Last Minute Gifts
Gift Guide
With These 15+ Affordable Gifts, No One Will Know You Waited Until the Last Minute
Best Tech Gifts 2018
Tech Shopping
21 Cool Tech Gifts Anyone Would Be Thrilled to Receive This Holiday Season
Top Gifts For Men
Gifts For Men
The 33 Hottest Gifts For Men Are So Good, Retailers Can Hardly Keep Them in Stock
View On One Page
ADVERTISEMENT ()
Start Slideshow

From hardcore Disney fans to first-time visitors, everybody loves a good Disneyland vacation! If you're looking to step up your game for your next trip to the happiest place on earth, there are tons of little-known tricks for making the most of your time and money while in the park. While many of these tips also apply to other Disney parks, some are specific to the original Disneyland resort. Read on for Disneyland hacks that will save you time, money, and stress on your next vacation.

— Additional reporting by Allison Chan

Related:
If you're visiting the park for a special occasion, ask for a pin.
Use Disneyland websites to locate your favorite characters.
Touch Snow White's apple for a spooky surprise.
You can bring food and drinks into the park.
Visit Walt's special bench for inspiration.
Save money by buying souvenirs ahead of time.
Pressed pennies make wonderful (and cheap!) souvenirs.
When it comes to price, all snacks are not equal.
You can get free souvenirs simply by asking.
Your Disneyland store purchases can be held at will call or sent to your room.
Asking nicely might land you a special seat on the Disneyland Railroad.
Go to non-Fastpass attractions immediately upon entering the park.
Breaking the rules in line for Indiana Jones results in a fun surprise.
Visiting on a rainy day means fewer lines.
The single-rider line is always shorter.
Disneyland has longer hours during Summer, so it's a better deal!
You can try to get selected for a stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite.
Look for special shout-outs on the Main Street USA windows.
Time your meals around parades for the best seats.
Shuttle from your hotel to save $17 per day in parking costs.
Riding the train is the best way to rest your legs.
Visit during nonpeak months for shorter lines and fewer crowds.
Attend the flag retreat ceremony during the afternoon.
Disneyland hotels come at a high price tag, so weigh your options.
Some Disneyland eateries include store discounts in the fine print.
The later nighttime shows are usually emptier.
If you ask, Photopass Photographers will snap a picture on your cell phone.
Disneyland offers bargain tickets for military personnel, D23 fans, and AAA members.
Stand to the side during Fantasmic for a sneak peek.
Disneyland stores are open for an hour past closing.
You can double up on Fastpasses.
10
more images
Start Slideshow
Join the conversation
From Our Partners
Disney Wedding Inspiration
Disney
Transform Your Wedding Into an Enchanting Fairy Tale With These Disney-Inspired Ideas
by Zara Patel
Best Big Bags For Women
Winter Fashion
If You Carry Your Life in Your Bag, We Found 13 of the Prettiest Options Imaginable
by India Yaffe
New Walt Disney World Attractions in 2019
Family Travel
15+ New Attractions Coming to Walt Disney World in 2019, Because Yes, It Can Get Even More Magical
by Megan duBois
New Disneyland Attractions 2019
Family Travel
20 New Attractions Coming to Disneyland in 2019 That'll Make You Book a Trip ASAP
by Megan duBois
Can You Buy the Disney Starbucks "You Are Here" Mugs Online?
Food News
Starbucks's Forever-Sold-Out Walt Disney World Mugs Are Finally Available Online
by Kelsey Garcia
Is Mary Poppins Returns Based on a Book?
Mary Poppins
Here's How Closely Mary Poppins Returns Follows P.L. Travers's Original Books
by Stacey Nguyen
Disneyland Park Tropical Hideaway 2018
Family Travel
Disneyland Just Released a First Look at Its New Tropical Hideaway, and It Looks AMAZING!
by Danielle Jackson
Mary Poppins Returns Review
Mary Poppins
6 Ways Mary Poppins Returns Is Just as Magical as the Original
by Kelsie Gibson
Disney Onward Movie Details
Pixar
Disney's New Pixar Film Sounds SO Cute and Has an Epic Cast to Boot
by Ryan Roschke
Barilla Pasta World Championship 2018
Food News
I Went to the Pasta World Championship in Italy, and It Was a Carb-Lover's Dream Come True
by Erin Cullum
Gifts For Men Who Travel
Gifts For Men
50+ Travel Gifts That Are Great For Any Guy Who's Always on the Go
by Lauren Harano
Gifts That Fit in Your Carry-On
Gift Guide
Traveling This Holiday Season? Here Are 17 Gifts That Will Fit in Your Suitcase
by India Yaffe
From Our Partners
Latest Affordable DIY & Organization
We're Hiring! Write For Us About Us Advertising Contact FAQ Archives
Power Your Happy POPSUGAR at Kohl's Collection Beauty by POPSUGAR POPSUGAR Must Have POPSUGAR Insights
Terms Privacy Policy
©2018 PopSugar • POPSUGAR Living
All the Latest From Ryan Reynolds