Disney California Adventure Park
Disney Parks · Anaheim, CA
About this park
The second gate at the Disneyland Resort, celebrating California-inspired stories, Pixar favorites, and Marvel adventures across richly themed districts. Cars Land, Pixar Pier, and Avengers Campus anchor an eclectic lineup that balances family charm with high-energy thrills and a distinctive food culture.
Highlights
- Cars Land with Radiator Springs Racers — one of Disney's most immersive themed experiences
- Avengers Campus featuring WEB SLINGERS and Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!
- Pixar Pier with Incredicoaster and midway games along the boardwalk
- Strong food and beverage scene with craft offerings and festival-style booths
- Distinct visual identity that sets it apart from its neighboring Disneyland Park
Fun facts
- The park opened in 2001 to underwhelming reviews and attendance — a massive billion-dollar reimagining starting in 2007 transformed it into the park it is today.
- Cars Land was built at a cost of over $500 million, making it one of the most expensive themed land expansions in Disney history.
- Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! was converted from the original Twilight Zone Tower of Terror structure, reusing the same drop shaft hardware.
- Buena Vista Street, the park's entrance boulevard, is themed to 1920s Los Angeles and Walt Disney's early years arriving in the city.
- The Incredicoaster on Pixar Pier is California's longest looping roller coaster.