But there are plenty of lesser-known spots and secrets about Disneyland that you might not be aware of.
How about the fact that the resort does not sell gum to help maintain park cleanliness?
Silhouettes of Mickey Mouse’s head are hidden throughout the park.
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Some are even full-body outlines.
Disney California Adventure Park used to be a parking lot.
In fact, the land for Disneylands second theme park was originally the parking lot for Disneyland Park.
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The Haunted Mansion features a working elevator.
Sleeping Beauty Castle uses paint to make it look bigger than it actually is.
Disneylands Sleeping Beauty Castle is a mere 77 feet tall.
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To make the structure look larger and more grand, Walt Disney Imagineering uses a technique called atmospheric perspective.
Davy Crocketts Explorer Canoes are not on a track.
Many parkgoers believe these canoes are on a track, but they are not.
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This is the only Disneyland attraction that is solely powered by guests.
A Buddy Pass can get you on a popular ride even faster.
Sleeping Beauty Castle has a hidden attraction.
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Inside the Sleeping Beauty Castle lies a lesser-knownwalk-through attractionthat retells the story of “Sleeping Beauty.”
Carnation Cafe at Disneyland Park features one of Walts favorite meals.
Walt Disney was a man of simple tastes when it came to food.
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This restaurant is a replica of a once-famous Hollywood theatre.
The Disneyland Resort has a hotel inside a theme park.
TheGrand Californian Hotel & Spais Disneys first domestic hotel to be built inside a theme park.
The Disneyland Hotel wasnt always owned by Disney.
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Walt Disneys former apartment is located above the fire station.
Hoping to take a peek inside the famous animators former living quarters?
It’s sometimes open for special tours, so check theSpecial Events & Tourspage ahead of your visit.
There are six variations of Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: Breakout!
The Mickey Mouse floral design is replanted multiple times a year.
The New Orleans Square Train Station plays a special message.
Disneyland does not sell chewing gum.
You won’t find chewing gum at any of Disneyland’s stores.
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Cars Land features a recreation of Ornament Valley.
Walt Disney Imagineering recreated this space inside Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park.
There’s a secret, invite-only restaurant and club.
For die-hard Disney fans, becoming a member ofClub 33is a wish come true.
Founded by Walt Disney, this private club is located in New Orleans Square.
But you gain access to private dining, member-exclusive merch, and much more.
