Where do we eat lunch in Disneyland Park?

Your plan includes a sit-down lunch reservation at Blue Bayou Restaurant in New Orleans Square at 12:50 PM.

Are park tickets included in the cost?

This plan assumes your four park tickets are already booked; please see the cost breakdown for total expenses.

When does this plan have us leaving Disneyland Park?

You will leave Disneyland Park at 9:25 PM to arrive back in Los Angeles around 10:00 PM.

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland with flowers in front

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Day plan

Disneyland Day Trip from Los Angeles

Enjoy a magical day filled with classic rides, beloved characters, and unforgettable moments for the whole family.

Leave: 8:00 AM
Back by: 10:00 PM
Driving: 35 min each way
Travelers: Families

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Disneyland Park from Los Angeles: 35 min each way by car · best for 2 adults and 2 kids (6–9, 10–13) · hours checked for Tuesday.

Things to do

Ticketing & Entry · Disneyland Park (Main Entrance) (Day 1)
King Arthur Carrousel (Day 1)
Storybook Land Canal Boats (Day 1)
Alice in Wonderland (Day 1)
Mad Tea Party (Day 1)
Pirates of the Caribbean (Day 1)
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters (Day 1)
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue (Day 1)
Autopia (Day 1)
Matterhorn Bobsleds (Day 1)
Jungle Cruise (Day 1)
Enchanted Tiki Room (Day 1)
Back in Los Angeles (Day 1)

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Why this plan works

Clusters Fantasyland in the morning for gentle, kid-focused attractions, a sheltered midday sit-down lunch, then Tomorrowland and nearby family/thrill rides in the evening.

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8:00 AM
Head out · Los Angeles → Disneyland Park
8:00 AM
35 min by car. Leave Los Angeles by 8:00 AM, arrive around 8:35 AM.
8:50 AM
Ticketing & Entry · Disneyland Park (Main Entrance)
8:50 AM
You told me tickets are already arranged; start here to join the entry queue and pick a physical park map.
Use the park entrance for ticket scanning, security and park maps; confirm your pre-purchased tickets or will-call at the turnstiles before you enter.
9:20 AM
Breakfast · Carnation Cafe
9:20 AM
A quick, bookable sit-down breakfast near entry so kids can start the day rested and parents can get park orientation.
Book ahead · Call ahead: most restaurants open tables about a month out, and large parties often need longer
Sit-down breakfast on Main Street U.S.A. with kid-friendly pancakes and shaded outdoor seating close to the park entrance.
10:10 AM
King Arthur Carrousel
10:10 AM
Quick, child-friendly attraction that keeps the morning pace gentle and photo-ready.
Classic carousel ride suitable for all ages and a short, gentle break between Fantasyland attractions.
10:35 AM
Storybook Land Canal Boats
10:35 AM
A family-friendly, low-motion boat ride in Fantasyland that keeps your morning relaxed and photo-ready.
A gentle guided boat trip through miniature fairytale scenes — relaxing for little ones and full of recognizable storybook sets.
11:20 AM
Alice in Wonderland
11:20 AM
Short Fantasyland ride that follows your morning loop and keeps little ones entertained.
Colorful dark ride with familiar scenes for kids and short loading times if you go mid-morning.
11:50 AM
Mad Tea Party
11:50 AM
An easy, kid-focused filler that keeps energy up before your planned snack and lunch.
Spinning teacup ride — fun, short and near other Fantasyland stops so you stay clustered and save walking time.
12:15 PM
Snack · Jolly Holiday Bakery Café
12:15 PM
Short, convenient Fantasyland-side counter stop to tide everyone over before your Blue Bayou lunch.
A family-friendly stop for pastries, sandwiches and coffee — grab a light snack and refill water before your lunch reservation.
12:50 PM
Lunch · Blue Bayou Restaurant
12:50 PM
This matches your request for a sit-down lunch inside the park with an iconic, sheltered setting.
Book ahead · Call ahead: most restaurants open tables about a month out, and large parties often need longer
Sit-down lunch inside New Orleans Square overlooking the Pirates of the Caribbean bayou — family-friendly menu and a calm indoor setting.
2:15 PM
Pirates of the Caribbean
2:15 PM
Nearby New Orleans Square attraction that fits the post-lunch pace and delights kids with storytelling.
Iconic boat dark ride through pirate scenes — sheltered, visually engaging and runs smoothly for families after lunch.
3:05 PM
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
3:05 PM
A Tomorrowland staple that matches the kids' ages and keeps the afternoon upbeat and active.
Interactive Tomorrowland target-shooting ride where kids can compete for points and both children can enjoy active participation.
4:00 PM
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
4:00 PM
Kept in Tomorrowland to minimize walking while adding a family-friendly motion simulator experience.
Short motion-simulator Star Wars adventure with rotating story lines; a good mid-afternoon Tomorrowland attraction for older kids.
4:40 PM
Autopia
4:40 PM
An easy, family-friendly Tomorrowland ride that spreads out the afternoon without being strenuous.
Drive-along cars on a charming, themed track — a gentle midway attraction that lets the kids feel like drivers while the adults supervise.
5:20 PM
Afternoon rest · Royal Theatre
5:20 PM
Mid-afternoon downtime in an indoor, seated venue helps younger kids recharge for an evening on Space Mountain.
Slow down with indoor seating at Royal Theatre in Fantasy Faire to rest, hydrate and let little ones sit in a quiet, shaded show area before evening rides.
6:15 PM
Matterhorn Bobsleds
6:15 PM
An accessible coaster near Fantasyland/Tomorrowland that delivers a classic Disneyland thrill for the family.
Outdoor family coaster with a mild thrill element — a good step-up after rest for older kids and adults who want excitement.
6:55 PM
Jungle Cruise
6:55 PM
Adds Adventureland variety close to your evening loop and is entertaining for a wide age range.
Lighthearted riverboat adventure with family-safe scenes and skipper jokes — good for variety and sheltered seating.
7:35 PM
Enchanted Tiki Room
7:35 PM
A restful, seated show that slots in before dinner and keeps walking light.
Indoor audio-animatronic musical show — a short, seated classic that cools you down and entertains younger children.
8:10 PM
Dinner · Red Rose Taverne
8:10 PM
Close to Fantasyland attractions and suited to a family dinner before heading to Tomorrowland for Space Mountain.
Family-friendly dinner in Fantasyland with burgers, kid plates and themed desserts; an easy table spot before your evening ride.
9:10 PM
Main Street Cinema
9:10 PM
A low-effort filler on Main Street as you transition toward the park exit and your drive home.
Short visit to Main Street Cinema for a calm, seated film loop showcasing classic Disney shorts.
9:25 PM
Head back · Disneyland Park → Los Angeles
9:25 PM
35 min by car.
10:00 PM
Back in Los Angeles
10:00 PM
Right on time for 10:00 PM.

If you fall behind

What to cut if you fall behind: Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters

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Bookings & costs

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Food not included: about $400, listed below

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Booked prices are exact. Everything else is an estimate.

Know before you go

Practical notes for this trip — the things worth sorting before you leave.

Set up before you go

Download the official Disneyland app, link all four park tickets, and enable mobile order for meals to cut queue time.

Booking windows & timing

Reserve Blue Bayou Restaurant as soon as possible — seating fills fast and the app shows current availability; check the restaurant when you book.
Time-sensitiveBlue Bayou Restaurant
Buy and link your four Disneyland Park tickets in advance and confirm gate-entry instructions in the app to avoid delays at arrival.
Time-sensitiveDisneyland Park entrance

Getting around & driving

Park at the Disneyland Resort parking structure and allow 10–20 minutes to walk/ESPNA shuttle to the Esplanade; keep a photo of your car location handy.

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Questions about this plan

Where do we eat lunch in Disneyland Park?: Your plan includes a sit-down lunch reservation at Blue Bayou Restaurant in New Orleans Square at 12:50 PM.
Are park tickets included in the cost?: This plan assumes your four park tickets are already booked; please see the cost breakdown for total expenses.
When does this plan have us leaving Disneyland Park?: You will leave Disneyland Park at 9:25 PM to arrive back in Los Angeles around 10:00 PM.