Here’s a 5-day Disneyland itinerary for your holiday

Here’s a 5-day Disneyland itinerary to help you make the most of your trip. I’ll assume you’re visiting Disneyland Resort in California, but let me know if you mean a different location.

Day 1: Disneyland Park – Classic Attractions & Iconic Rides

• Morning
  • Arrive early for Rope Drop (park opening)
  • Start with big rides before lines get long:
    • Space Mountain
    • Indiana Jones Adventure
    • Pirates of the Caribbean
  • Breakfast at Carnation Café
• Afternoon
  • Classic rides: Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Big Thunder Mountain
  • Lunch at Blue Bayou (inside Pirates of the Caribbean)
  • Watch the Magic Happens Parade
• Evening
  • Explore Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – ride Rise of the Resistance
  • Dinner at Docking Bay 7
  • End the night with Fireworks at Sleeping Beauty Castle

Day 2: California Adventure – Thrills & Pixar Fun

• Morning
  • Ride Radiator Springs Racers first (Lightning Lane recommended)
  • Other must-dos:
    • Incredicoaster
    • Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout!
    • Soarin’ Around the World
  • Breakfast at Flo’s V8 Café
• Afternoon
  • Explore Avengers Campus – Ride Web Slingers
  • Lunch at Pym Test Kitchen
  • Chill at Pixar Pier, ride Toy Story Midway Mania
• Evening
  • Dinner at Lamplight Lounge (Pixar-themed)
  • Watch World of Color nighttime show

Day 3: Park-Hopping & Hidden Gems

• Morning at Disneyland
  • Ride anything missed on Day 1
  • Explore Toontown & Fantasyland (great for photos)
  • Breakfast at Red Rose Tavern (Beauty & the Beast-themed)
• Afternoon at California Adventure
  • More rides or relax at Grizzly River Run
  • Lunch at Wine Country Trattoria
• Evening
  • Explore Downtown Disney for dinner and shopping
  • Option: Disneyland After Dark event (if available)

Day 4: Beyond the Parks – Relax & Explore

• Morning
  • Sleep in or enjoy your hotel amenities
  • Breakfast at Goofy’s Kitchen (character dining)
• Afternoon
  • Visit Downtown Disney for shopping and snacks
  • Explore Disneyland Hotel or Grand Californian Resort
• Evening
  • Dinner at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
  • Optional: Catch another nighttime show in the parks

Day 5: Favorite Rides & Final Magic

• Morning
  • Hit your favorite rides one last time
  • Breakfast at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café
• Afternoon
  • Last-minute shopping
  • Relax at your hotel or visit a beach before departure

Bonus Tips:

✅ Use Genie+ to skip long lines.
✅ Mobile Order food to save time.
✅ Stay at a Disneyland hotel for early access.
✅ Hydrate & rest—Disney is exhausting!

Let me know if you want hotel recommendations or ticket info!