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Disneyland Park California
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions

Disneyland Park California

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Starting May 16, 2025, Disneyland Resort will launch a year-long 70th anniversary celebration! Centered around the theme "Celebrate Happy," the resort will unveil exclusive global experiences to honor seven decades of magic and joy. The parks will be adorned with 70th anniversary-themed décor, while Mickey Mouse and friends debut special outfits. Interactive surprises await at select attractions. Limited-time ticket offers include 3-day and new 4-day tickets (upgradeable for park-hopper and Lightning Lane Multi Pass). The celebration runs through summer 2026—plan your visit now to experience Disney's "Rainbow of Happiness"! In 1955, Walt, the father of Disney, built California Disneyland in Los Angeles, which is the world's first original Disney theme park. The park is located within the California Disney Resort. There are two main parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. The two parks are adjacent to each other. Visitors can visit both parks at one time and experience the joyful magic of Disney World. Come and enter the land of fairy tales and meet classic characters such as Mickey, Minnie, Disney princesses, Avengers, and Star Wars heroes. △ Step into fairy-tale worlds filled with Character sightings, attractions and more! △ Enjoy a leisurely stroll through small-town America—you'll love the turn-of-the-century charm! △ Explore this out-of-this-world land, where you can live your adventure in a galaxy far, far away!

Anaheim · 18.3 km from Rowland Heights
Disneyland Resort California
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Disneyland Resort California

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4.7/5
40 reviews

Disneyland Resort California is an entertainment resort in Anaheim, California, USA. It is owned and operated by The Walt Disney Company through its experiences division, featuring two theme parks (Disneyland and Disney California Adventure), three hotels, and the Disney Downtown shopping, dining, and entertainment district. Disneyland Park features Sleeping Beauty Castle as its landmark, with scenes from the fairy tale displayed inside. The Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge area recreates the streets of Batuu from the movies, where visitors can board the Millennium Falcon. Classic attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain, and Haunted Mansion in New Orleans Square have been operating for decades, with daytime parades often winding through the park. At Disney California Adventure Park, Cars Land is modeled after the desert town from the movie, with Radiator Springs Racers remaining a perennial favorite. The Avengers Campus offers thrilling experiences like Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! and an interactive shooting adventure with Spider-Man. Over at Pixar Pier, the Incredicoaster races along the bay. At night, Disneyland lights up the sky with castle fireworks, while Disney California Adventure dazzles with a grand water and light show on the lake. Given the resort's size and long queues for popular attractions, two full days are recommended to fully explore both parks—hit the top rides early, then explore at leisure. Keep an eye out for hidden Mickey easter eggs scattered throughout the parks, as spotting them adds to the fun. After the parks close, head to Downtown Disney for dining and shopping to cap off your day. Disneyland was the company's first theme park, and also a theme park built by Walt Disney, which opened on July 17, 1955. Disney California Adventure Park is a theme park based on Disney's interpretation of California, which opened on February 8, 2001.

Anaheim · 18.4 km from Rowland Heights
Knott's Berry Farm
No. 14 of Family-friendly Attractions in California

Knott's Berry Farm

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4.4/5
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Knott's Berry Farm is located in the northwest of Disneyland. The farm has theme parks such as Mexican Festival Village and Snoopy Camp. The founder Mrs. Knott's dinner is very famous. The restaurant attached to it still serves the chicken meal. Don't forget to try it when you go to the park. Knott's Berry Farm is a true representation of the Western Frontier Period and the Gold Rush, allowing visitors to travel back in time to an American village in the Western era. Snoopy, Charlie Brown and his friends, the souls of the park, show up more often to take pictures and shake hands with everyone. Outside the park gate is a shopping street, in addition to restaurants and various jams of Knott's brand, you can also buy Snoopy related products and souvenirs. People who like Snoopy should not miss this place. The division of the park is not very obvious, but it can be roughly divided into children's area, play area and ghost town. The children's area is on the right side of the gate, and all the amusement facilities are mainly for children. The amusement area is dominated by the thrilling roller coaster: "Supreme Scream" combines the characteristics of free fall and high-altitude bounce, allowing passengers to fall vertically from the top of the 30-story tower 77 meters to the ground to experience the feeling of soul and soul. The wood-structured Ghost Rider roller coaster is 1382 meters long. It takes passengers to dive down from the top of 36 meters at a speed of 3.14G. With the sound of wood shaking, you will be tense and dark. land. The "Perilous Plunge" is a yacht that swoops down from a 39-meter-high waterway at a nearly vertical 75-degree angle. At the moment of contact with the water, the water splashed up to more than 20 meters, which guaranteed to soak the whole body of the people on the boat and nearby, and no one was spared! Ghost Town is a re-enactment of the classic American West. You can experience the fun of sifting gold in streams, ride horse-drawn carriages and steam trains in the 1880s to speed through the backcountry Indian Railways, or ride back in time to 60 million years ago to experience the prehistoric universe, Dinosaur rampage. There are also overhead roller coasters and an expedition to the mines. When you are tired of playing, you can visit the ghost town and bring some souvenirs home. Knott's Berry Farm launches the "Knott's ScaryFarm" that scares people to death every year during Halloween, and it is the highlight of the Los Angeles Ghost Festival! At this time, the whole park was filled with a gloomy and miserable atmosphere. More than 500 ghosts and ghosts haunted in the dark night. They rushed out to greet you at any time and told you to "don't approach strangers"; You hugged from behind, only to hear screaming screams all over the garden, it was terrifying! Led by Avella After Darkness, every night at the "Happy Theater" in the park, a terrifying surprise night is performed, which is as terrifying as any horror movie.

Buena Park · 17.1 km from Rowland Heights
Exposition Park
No. 12 of Best Things to Do in California

Exposition Park

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4.7/5
9 reviews

Exposition Park is an urban cultural park covering approx. 160 acres. The park brings together several important cultural institutions, among which the California Science Center is one of the core venues, housing the retired space shuttle Endeavour. The science center also features ecological exhibition halls themed around different ecological zones such as kelp forests, deserts, and tropical rainforests, showcasing the Earth's diverse ecological environments. Adjacent to the science center is the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, which has a rich collection of paleontological and mineral specimens, including the Gem and Mineral Hall, which displays a large number of precious mineral crystals and raw gemstones. The 7-acreRose Gardenis located next to the museum and is planted with over 10,000 roses; the fountain in the center of the garden and the loggias on both sides form a symmetrical, classical garden landscape. The LA Memorial Coliseum is another iconic building in the park, having hosted the Summer Olympics opening ceremony twice. The peristyle at the east end of the stadium features a classical architectural style, and the Court of Honor is located between the columns, with bronze plaques recording distinguished figures and historical events related to the stadium. The park also houses cultural venues such as the California African American Museum.

Los Angeles · 35.5 km from Rowland Heights
Griffith Observatory
2026 Americas 50 - Night Attractions

Griffith Observatory

8.3
4.7/5
571 reviews

Griffith Observatory is located on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. This white-domed building, completed in 1935, is a classic spot in Los Angeles for watching sunsets and night views. The observation deck offers an expansive view, overlooking the Los Angeles Basin, the downtown skyline in the distance, and the Pacific coastline, while facing the nearby "Hollywood" sign. At dusk, the sun sinks toward the coastline, and as night falls, the city lights gradually fill the entire basin, creating a particularly magnificent scene. Films such as "Transformers" and "La La Land" have been shot here. The museum is packed with highlights: the Foucault pendulum hanging in the central hall swings continuously, periodically knocking down wooden pegs on its surrounding rail, visually demonstrating Earth's rotation. The dome is encircled by astronomical-themed murals painted by artist Hugo Ballin. The lower exhibition hall features a model of the solar system's planets suspended from the ceiling, while a massive photo wall spanning tens of meters displays millions of galaxies, accompanied by a statue of Einstein pointing toward it. In the central dome theater, visitors can recline in their seats and follow the live guide to explore the stars and the cosmos. During daytime visits, travelers can observe real-time solar images through the solar telescope in the exhibition hall. On clear nights, the rooftop Zeiss refracting telescope is open to the public for stargazing, and millions of travelers have gazed at the stars through it since its construction. To catch both sunset and night views in one trip, it's recommended to head up the mountain early, allowing ample time for exhibitions and waiting for nightfall. Weekends and holidays draw large crowds, often causing traffic congestion on the mountain road.

Los Angeles · 39.7 km from Rowland Heights

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Los Angeles In-Depth Day Tour | Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica & Griffith Observatory
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San Diego Day Tour from LA | Old Town, USS Midway & Harbor Cruise
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Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus
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Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour
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2-Hour Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills Open Bus Tour
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Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour
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Hollywood Stars Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes, Sunset Strip
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Los Angeles: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 35+ Attractions
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Europa Village Wine Tour, Food Pairing & Wine Blending
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Grand Central Market: 100 Years of Food & Immigrant Stories
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Los Angeles Luxury Boat Cruise with Wine, Charcuterie and Sea Lions
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Anonymous userOctober 14, 2026
5.0
Ticketing is convenient and quick. The world's first Disney park is a bit old, and the castle looks somewhat shabby, but it's the first one! The fun atmosphere remains undiminished, and the food prices inside the park are reasonable, similar to those outside, and the taste is also good. Visiting both parks in one day is perfectly feasible.

Disneyland Park California

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EN−February 26, 2026
5.0
It felt a little different from Disney Resort in Japan! It was exciting to ride Cars, a ride that doesn't exist in Japan!

Disneyland Resort California

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Anonymous userAugust 20, 2026
5.0
This place is worth the visit. I will go again but with my daughter dor the second time. My innee child is sooo happy

Disney California Adventure Park

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Anonymous userDecember 16, 2025
5.0
Well worth a visit especially if you are into american or international political history. Spare at least 2 hours.

Richard Nixon Presidential Library & Museum

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_TI***xlOctober 7, 2026
4.0
Lovely park to visit with amazing rides & low crowds! Best for thrill seekers with some kiddy rides as well. Worth a visit!

Knott's Berry Farm

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Marchi007November 5, 2026
5.0
Universal Studios Hollywood has the new fast and furious ride that is the signature of the theme park. I rode the ride once and i remember it forever. The fast and furious roller coaster is very thrilling and exciting and make me feel very thrilled. I love it so much and I recommend everyone to come visit here

Universal Studios Hollywood

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M45***29February 2, 2026
5.0
The dinosaur and mammal exhibits were truly impressive. Although it's a county-level museum, it was built in the 1920s and has a rich history. It allowed us to learn about nature and also to see how Americans treated nature at that time.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

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多多February 6, 2021
4.0
We took our kids there, 3 and 5. Went to the science museum, natural history museum, butterfly exhibit, and then let the kids play in the shade of the rose garden. They were only interested in the shuttle itself for about two minutes, but there were other things to see. They loved the dinosaurs and butterflies. They were entertained for over three hours, which was good. Need to buy tickets in advance. Many things have separate admission fees. I only noticed that parking was $12. Excellent museum, but in the transportation center of the city, so adjust your schedule accordingly.

Exposition Park

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子龙LLLCNMay 25, 2025
5.0
Lakers is the favorite team of most fans. From the Kobe era to the current James-led basketball empire, there is one less game to watch. The live viewing experience is definitely worth the fans to find out.

NBA Los Angeles Lakers Home Game

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notmaxpAugust 29, 2026
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Business Hours:Address:Tips:Reasons to Recommend:Reasons to Recommend: Griffith observatory please

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Don't miss these attractions in Rowland Heights: Disneyland Park California, Disneyland Resort California, and Disney California Adventure Park. If you like Culture & history, try Los Angeles In-Depth Day Tour | Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica & Griffith Observatory. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Los Angeles: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 35+ Attractions.

You can give Los Angeles: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 35+ Attractions and Europa Village Wine Tour, Food Pairing & Wine Blending a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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