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    Adnan K.

    Downtown Disney District is a vibrant lifestyle center located at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, offering an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages. In the evening, the district provides an especially inviting atmosphere, featuring live jazz performances and a welcoming, family-oriented environment. Visitors can choose from a wide variety of dining options and explore the Disney shops at their leisure. On a cool evening, it is an ideal destination for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding entertainment. Guests arriving by car should also remember to have their parking pass validated before departing.

    So fun!
    Danielle P.

    Downtown Disney is always a blast! I was a little bummed when I learned they removed the movie theater, but they've honestly done such a great job with the space, I truly don't even miss it! Located right outside Disneyland and California Adventure theme parks, there's definitely something for everyone here. Plenty of restaurants and quick bites to choose from. There's also a lot of dessert options including a couple of candy shops and ice cream shops. Retail and clothing stores, etc. There's also some cute vendors along the walkway which is where we got our caricature done. Service has always been great, no matter where we decide to spend our time. Things can tend to be a little bit pricey, but given the location and the proximity to the theme parks, that's to be expected.

    Destiny L.

    downtown disney is the perfect disneyland/california adventure pre-game. i walked here from my hotel, so i can't really speak to the parking situation, but it's free to enter & the whole area is disney-themed, so you get a little taste of the disney magic before even stepping into the parks. there are tons of stores, restaurants, food carts, snack carts & little shops to walk around & explore. i loved just walking around, grabbing snacks & taking everything in. it does get very busy, but honestly, that's kind of part of the disney experience. just be prepared for crowds & disney prices because everything is definitely more expensive than what you'd find outside of a disney-related place.

    Corndogs cart
    Phil C.

    DTD has undergone many changes over the years! It's still a touristy destination, but I've grown to enjoy the latest food and entertainment options as a local. The extensive upgrades over the past couple of years, along with the current growth and expansion plans, are leveling up the Downtown Disney Experience. The latest food options include Din Tai Fung, Earl of Sandwich, Paseo, Centrico, Black Tap, Ballast Point, Parkside Market, and more coming soon! If you're craving snacks, there are churros, corn dogs, Wetzel's Pretzels, Salt & Straw ice cream, Wonderful World of Sweets, and more. There's undoubtedly a place to satisfy your taste buds. Plenty of bars and lounges to suit your needs: Naples, Centrico, and Jazz Kitchen, all with relaxing bar settings. The Disney Resort hotels are also within walking distance and offer more food and bar options. DTD offers plenty of shopping options, including merchandise from Disney and partners, art, clothing, Sephora, Lululemon, and more. Disney fans and visiting guests can be sure to find something to add to their collections. The main stage on the west side of DTD showcases various performers during the day and evening. With a nice area to relax, let the kids loose, and enjoy the atmosphere. On Saturday evenings, live music is also played at the Jazz Kitchen. Some restaurants and shops will honor discounts for Magic Key pass holders. Prices are generally on the premium side since it's on Disney property, but it's worth visiting DTD if any of the food or shopping options interest you. Parking info from the website: The nearest parking is the Simba Lot off Disneyland Dr. The first hour costs $10. Validations apply after the first hour of paid parking. Enjoy an additional 3 hours of same-day parking with a $20 minimum purchase and validation from any Downtown Disney location--or up to 5 additional hours of same-day parking with validation from any Downtown Disney table-service restaurant. Additional hours cost $14/hour, charged in 30-minute increments. Daily maximum of $66. Please see the website for more details. ChargePoint charging station spots are also available in the Simba Parking lot.

    Michelle M.

    Downtown Disney District near couple of the hotels free admission and security at the entrance also entrance to the park with your ticket you can ride the monorail to Tomorrowland. Lots to browse around , shop and dine. Parking 1hr $10 fee and get validated after purchase at any shops or restuarants after the 2nd hr they do have a World of Disney Store , Lego land , Starbucks (no disney logo merch) , Disney storyland boutique and home store. do recommend if not going to the parks and just want to browse

    Disney Walk with H. Hee
    Kay O.

    Omg! I'm not a fan of LED lights and crowds, but man! There's something just magical about watching a child's eyes light up as one walks them Disneyland or in THIS CASE, Downtown Disney. Hee My fiancé 's sister was searching for speciality Disney pins, so we went to at least 3 different stores to check out their Trading Pin Boards! I had no idea that was a thing! Hee. As she traded her Florida pins for other people pins, she told us about fakes and Cheaper ones, which I guess like Labubu, is a thing! Hee. We had a so much fun walking into all the stores and if you're eating down here, make sure you get into a restaurant by 9p, come 10p, everyone starts closing Down. I also loved watching the Disneyland fireworks, even though we didn't go into the park, it was a beautiful experience to end the night! Hee

    Kisha L.

    It's always a good time at downtown Disney. They have so much to do in that little section from eating to shopping to bowling enjoys all out fun I love to watch the game at Naples love the Mexican restaurant in the Jazz restaurant and plus all the nice sweets that surrounding the stores great place if you want to hang out even if you don't go to Disneyland or California adventure just to go eat with your family or friends they have happy hour in envy which is amazing. Service is great in all places and also the value for items can be pricey but worth it .

    Final product! It's official! I'm a certified TIE fighter pilot! Beware all looking to join the rebellion!
    Robert G.

    Had a little business in the area (Downey-20 plus min drive) so what a perfect opportunity to drop into Downtown Disney and wait in a hopeful not too long of a line for my Galactic ID! You can opt for any of six classes of id, or you can do what some did and get all of them! I've always admired the visuals, sound, speed, and maneuverability of even the earliest of Tie fighters as seen in Star Wars, so getting my Galactic ID within the Tie Fighter class was an easy call. Be warned! This line can grow to gargantuan proportions! Don't believe me? Google **Disney Galactic Star Wars ID** and see what kind of line/wait your potentially looking at! But the force was with me today! Got in and out with $10 for parking, and $15 bucks for the id. I was probably in line all of a half an hour! But you folks know me by now, so you know what's coming next! The absolute singular reason this line was moving the way it did was without a doubt due to cast member and CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL STAR) Mariannie-pictured. Her smooth, pleasantly repetitive, and super informative dialogue should be considered the blueprint of Disney cast members when it comes to relaying instructions or information. By me being the middle aged guy that I am, I was admittedly a bit intimidated by getting into the booth, then dealing with God only knows what kind of technology. The way to sit/, sunglasses on or off/ payment ready asap/touch screen tech-of course, etc. some of you probably can do it easy breezy, but it can be a bit unnerving since you want to be conscious of time and courteous to the legions waiting behind you. Thanks Mariannie!, Your a credit to the Disney brand as your customer service was truly from another galaxy!

    $15 for this balloon! Pricier if there are designs or the balloon lights up
    Joyce Y.

    I love this place so much! Yes, it has gotten sooooo much more chaotic and busy over the years and I already miss Jamba, and it has barely been closed, but there are definitely some perks, including getting validation for parking up to 6 hours if you eat at a sit down restaurant (and up to 4 hours at most places -including most of the outside stands and the balloon place!- for $20). I have never had bad service at any of the facilities here and there are manyyyyyyyyy! Yes, going into the parks might be pricey, but doing a date night or coming here for snacks and whatnot is 100% worth it!

    Riley N.

    They have been doing lots of renovations almost feels like a Temu Disney springs. But they have fantastic food places, Disney stores and other stores. Areas for ur kids to play and be entertained, lots of clean bathrooms, security it's a very safe place. Things are a bit pricey but u r getting high quality goods, products and food. The service is fantastic as well.

    Yukari N.

    I love downtown Disney. There are many Disney related stores. There are variety of restaurants you can choose, Mexican, Italian, American, snacks, and sweets. Some restaurants are a little pricey but the most of them are reasonable. The grass area has a stage. There is a stage. I usually see someone plays on the stage.

    Christmas time in downtown Disney
    Millena P.

    Visit Downtown Disney for a touch of magic, food, and shopping without fully committing to the parks. Think of it like a city walk. Disney is very dynamic, so things are constantly changing. Almost nothing stays the same, and it's very rare that it does. Older restaurants and stores are always being closed with new ones taking its place. They do try to be inclusive by offering diverse food options. There's American food from Black Tap and Ballast Point, Italian food from Naples Ristorante and Napolini, Shanghainese food from Din Tai Fung, Mexican food from Centrico and Paseo, Creole style food from Jazz Kitchen, etc. There's enough options for everyone. There's also endless amount of sweet desserts. Even more restaurants are coming like Porto's, Gordon Ramsey's gastro pub, steakhouses, and BBQ house (as of 2026). Reservations are highly recommended. Don't always expect to get lucky with doing a walk-up. You can book online directly on the website or through the Disneyland app, if it is Disney affiliated. Not all restaurants are Disney affiliated. You'll know if it is if the restaurant doesn't pop up under the reserve dining tab. Larger parties are a bit difficult to accommodate, so wait times might be longer. Friday evenings, weekends, and holidays are extremely busier. Don't be shocked if finding a parking spot is difficult. The Downtown Disney parking lot is also called the Simba parking lot. Make sure to route to this specific parking lot if you're going to Downtown Disney. For whatever reason, if you route to the actual restaurant or shopping store, Apple Maps and Google Maps will route you through Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. And you will be turned away at the gatehouse once you pull up and rerouted to the Simba lot. Some restaurants and shopping stores validate. It depends on where you dine and shop. Just remember to bring your ticket and try to get it validated. Parking prices can be ridiculous. They charge hourly, and there's rarely any accommodations. Once you park, there are arrows and directories everywhere, so you shouldn't get lost. There's many photo opportunities. Almost everywhere has a touch of Disney magic. They have the best decor during Halloween and Christmas. The shopping stores are obviously catered toward resort guests. Curl Surf sells shoes for those who forgot to bring appropriate walking shoes, Lulu Lemon sells comfortable workout attire, Sunglass Hut sells sunglasses, etc. The World of Disney Store is the largest store, and it's the perfect store for all things Disney.

    Nancy S.

    Came for a night out with my drip and she wanted to check out Trader Sam's. Saturday night they have live music in downtown area and it was packed with people. Fun to check things out and eat or drink all the foods. We had a great time! We will be back. Parking is expensive. Try to get validation somewhere.

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    By any chance, does anybody know if Din Tai Fung is open?

    Not yet

    Are dogs allowed in a stroller?

    Only service animals are allowed in the Downtown District and the parks but, I've seen a few small dogs without a service vest on leased in the district. You can call and ask for sure at 714-781-4636.

    Is the Downtown Disney security checkpoint faster/less crowded compared to main entrance security?

    We went in February (presidents weekend) and went through the downtown Disney security line. Literally not one person in line. Walked right in. We do Disney all the time and have always done main entrance security where the line is a lot longer,… 

    Is there a fee entrance?

    You do not pay to enter Downtown Disney. However, make sure you have the restaurants or stores validate your parking ticket when you make a purchase so you can save money on parking.

    Do they still have Christmas decorations? And if so, until when will do keep it up for? Thanks

    Yes they do. They will have them until January 8th according to the website: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/attractions/holiday-decorations/

    Are there other entrances into Downtown Disney aside from the main gate on Harbor Blvd?

    Yes. You can enter right near the DL Hotel side, where Earl once was.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Dogs are not allowed into Downtown Disney and even Service Dogs are heavily scrutinized. I am training a service dog as part of an official program and was denied entry after being asked what my disability was. A security supervisor was brought… 

    Can I bring my skateboard or scooter into Downtown Disney?

    No you can't.

    Is there a movie theatre?

    It's Closed & It's Gonna Be Imploded And Replaced With Contemporary Buildings And More Grassy Areas.

    How long is the wait now?

    If you mean the wait to get into Disneyland Park, it took less than 10 minutes to get in two weeks ago. There's no wait for downtown Disney. You just walk in. Keep in mind that you need tickets AND a reservation to get into either of the… 

    Can I bring a dog into downtown Disney only, I see so many contradicting answers?

    Their policies apply to the entire resort. Here is their page on Service Animals - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/guest-services/service-animals/

    How long is the wait to get in today?

    Wait times will vary, due to the Pandemic. Be expected to wait a couple of hours.

    How long is the wait to get it?

    Depends when you go. Definitely recommend getting there before they open so you can get in line as soon as possible. When we left at 12:30ish, the line to get into downtown Disney was at least an hour. Lines for everything inside too.

    I know parking is $10 but how much does it cost to get into downtown Disney and Buena vista street?

    It's FREE! 😊

    Permiten la entrada de mascotas?

    Yo pregunte una vez y me dijieron que no permiten mascotas, solo que tengan un chaleco puesto que diga que es una mascota de servicio

    Is there a wheelchair Rental service?

    No, the wheelchair rental is inside the parks and due to the pandemic; there wouldn't be any rentals even if they would offer it at the district.

    With the new COVID procedures, does anyone know when Simba lot opens for parking? Edit: What time…

    Hi, Danielle. As of now, Simba parking lot is open for parking but subject to closure if it reaches max capacity. Hope that helps 😉

    Does anyone know around what time they have been reaching capacity and closing simba lot?

    All the answers given are true yet not correct. I spoke with the staff and the parking lot is 75% empty by choice. They will only let a certain amount of people in Downtown… 

    Does anyone know if downtown Disney district is open to the public today; 7/17/20?

    Yes it is.

    Since few places are opening up is Downtown Disney open?

    Yes, currently Downtown Disney and many of it's shops and restaurants are currently open for business.

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