Everything you need to know about visiting Downtown Disney now that it’s open with new health and safety procedures at the Disneyland Resort. The area reopened July 9th to the public. Plus you can now enter Disney California Adventure, no ticket required to shop and eat. See details on my post about Buena Vista here.
Downtown Disney offers shopping, dining, music and more. The reopening has brought some much needed Disney Magic our way. Even though Disneyland remains closed you can still enjoy the views, shop, eat and soak up a bit of magic! I have visited several times myself and felt very safe while there. Disney has done a great job implementing new safety procedures and rules. Let’s dive into the details as well as share some helpful tips if you plan to visit. Here’s what you need to know for the best time!
Parking
There is only one self-parking lot open, the Simba Parking Lot. None of the other parking lots are open at this time. Parking as of November 19th is $10 per car. The parking lot opens at 9:45 a.m. most mornings.
After parking guests will walk to the Downtown Disney entrance adjacent to the Disneyland Hotel, near Earl of Sandwich. (see map included)
The Harbor Boulevard Guest drop-off and pick-up location is open for drop-offs as well. In addition there is another guest drop-off and pick-up location on Downtown Drive.
Other parking options
If you don’t want to park in the Simba parking lot there are other parking options. You can park at the Anaheim hotel just across from the Harbor entrance for $15. Plus the Anaheim Garden Walk is across Harbor and down the street. You pay by the hour at the Garden Walk to park. The first hour is free and then it’s $3 per hour to park up to $30 total for the day. I have also heard the Tropicana is offering parking for $15 per day. And the Grand Legacy hotel across the street on Harbor is offering parking for $10 plus tax. The Best Western Park Place also has parking for $15. These locations and prices are subject to change.
Security
Once you have parked you will head to security. There are 3 spots you pass through at security. First temperature screenings, then a walk through past the sniffing dogs and lastly bag check.
I’d bring only bare minimum to keep bag check easy. If you don’t want security to touch your bag with their gloves you can ask them to change into new gloves. Or you can ask them to check with their flashlight only as you open each compartment. But as long as you cooperate they will work with you.
Just a little tip on busy days. If you can Uber or get dropped off on the Harbor Blvd side that’s the fastest. The security lines and whole process goes much faster with little to no wait times. Above I mentioned several places to park on the Harbor side.
Hours of Operation
Operating hours are normally 10 am to 8, 9 or 10 pm. You can check the Disneyland app for sure on the day you plan to visit. Scroll all the way down on the home page and click on All Hours. Then click the date you plan to go and it will tell you the hours for Downtown Disney.
Safety Procedures
Disney has implemented new health and safety measures based on guidance from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and appropriate government agencies. All guests and cast members must comply. There are reminders all around in Downtown Disney.
Face coverings are required for Guests ages 2 and older. Kids must wear masks and stay 6 feet away from others. Practice before you go. If your child can’t do this you shouldn’t bring them.
Physical distancing measures, including physically-distanced queues and seating, and physical barriers at select locations. Cashless transactions are recommended.
An increased focus on cleaning and sanitation, including the addition of hand-washing stations and hand sanitizers in key areas. There are hand sanitizers and hand washing stations all over so use them!
Dining options and tips
Make a reservation in the Disneyland app ahead of time at many dining locations: La Brea Bakery Cafe, Naples, Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen, Tortilla Jo’s and Uva Bar. Another option, you can look for a reservation in the app Open Table for Naples, Ballast Point or Tortilla Jo’s. The other option is to just go directly to the dining location once you arrive. You will be added to the wait list or be seated depending on availability. Many locations don’t offer reservations it’s just first come first served at the following establishments, Asian Street Eats, Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes and Earl of Sandwich. Look in the Disneyland app to see all the dining options that are open at this time. Search under Dining in the app.
Pro Tip: If you want to guarantee entrance into Downtown Disney book a dining reservation for the day you plan to go. When you get to the parking lot or line for security you can show them your dining reservation to skip the line. They will give you immediate access if there is a wait to get inside Downtown Disney. They will only let you in 15 minutes prior to your reservation though. This tip is helpful on weekends when it gets busy.
Special note: Now that Buena Vista Street is open you can get advanced dining reservations at Carthay Circle. It can be tricky to get a reservation for this in demand location so make sure you read about how to get one here.
Disney treats
Marceline’s is open with a limited variety of park treats, but hey it’s a start! They normally have caramel apples, rice crispy treats, cookies, marshmallow wands and of course my favorite churro toffee! In addition to treats in the bakery cases they have packaged items like popcorn, toffee, candy etc. 
When the line is at capacity they offer a virtual queue. Find the cast member holding the sign for the virtual queue. Give them your phone number and they will put you in the virtual line. When it’s your turn you will get a text message to return. It will tell you how long you have to return so if you’re eating or shopping don’t worry you have time to get back.
Shopping
World of Disney is open and stocked with all the Disney merchandise. When the store is at capacity they will implement a virtual queue as well. Find the end of the line and give the cast member your phone number for a text back when it’s your turn to go inside. 
There are other stores where the same rules apply, if they are too full there will be a virtual line you wait in. Look in the Disneyland app to see all the stores that are open at this time. Search under Shops in the app.
General tips
- If you can go during the week to Downtown Disney you will find there are less people. It gets busier on the weekends. So if you do go on the weekends arrive early in the day to maximize your time.
- It can get hot in Southern California plus add a mask so remember that when you’re planning your visit. There is not much shade in the heat of the day. Keep this in mind as you decide what time to go. Check my Amazon park items list for my favorite Disney fan to keep you cool!
- If you go on a busy day I recommend getting in the virtual queue for Marceline’s and World of Disney first thing. That way you can spend your time exploring others stores while you wait for them to text you back.
- There is a new shopping area called the Backlot Premiere Shop. It is located on the east side of the Esplanade. It’s kind of just an extension of the World of Disney store. That line is usually shorter depending on the day and is a great way to spend time while you wait for your texts back from other locations. Update: the only way to go in this store now is to have a ticket to A Touch of Disney.
Buena Vista Street
Update: This area is only accessible now if you have a ticket to A Touch of Disney. The new extension to Downtown Disney has opened up. Guests can now enter Disney’s California Adventure for shopping and dining at no additional cost. Once you arrive to Downtown Disney you will want to get in the virtual queue if this is on your to do list, which it should be. I have a whole separate blog post here with all the information you need to know.
Follow the rules!
Stay safe and follow the rules if you plan to visit Downtown Disney. Keep your masks on, stay 6 feet apart and wash your hands frequently. State officials are watching your posts, stories etc and we don’t want to give them any reason to shut down this experience. Plus we want to show them that we can comply and are ready for them to let Disneyland open!
If you plan to make a trip to visit Downtown Disney and are looking for a place to stay check out this post.
For more tips and information be sure to follow along daily on my Instagram page.
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Super excited to go back to downtown Disney and go into California adventure 😍 once numbers/ wait times to get in go down!
Insta @malia_rose
Thanks for all your help and knowledge! ☺️☺️ @ashley__sou
Very informative thank you for all the updates! We are waiting patiently to get back to Disney!
Looking forward to visiting now that Buena Vista Street is open, just to stroll the parts of streets that are open will hopefully provide a much needed Disneyland fix! @lady_pugsley on ig
I am so glad Downtown Disney is running, but I just cannot wait to visit Buena Vista Street. We need a little Disney magic these days, and I’ll take it anyway I can! Instagram name: @snazzysnazz 😊
Thank you for all this!! I can’t wait to go and probably cry walking down buena vista street! Waiting for the hype to die down! @erinsathre
I am so glad Downtown Disney is running, but I just cannot wait to visit Buena Vista Street. We need a little Disney magic these days, and I’ll take it anyway I can! Instagram name: @snazzysnazz
I cannot wait to go back to DTD. I was there in August and October, but would love to go at Christmas time!
I love going to down town Disney and Disney Springs as much as the parks! The stores are fun to visit and eat at the various restaurants! Earl of Sandwich is of my favorite places!
@annalaru
My favorite part of returning to downtown Disney was not the stores..not the restaurants,.but..the cast members! Seeing them back in action at their happy place just makes me so happy!
Instagram: jen_lara
Looking forward to Buena Vista St!
@zoedeventure
Loved your blog post. I followed you and your sister-in-law’s trip to WDW a few weeks ago. I lived vicariously through your stories. Thanks for bringing magic to your followers.
My insta is marissa.lynn.todd for the giveaway
Thanks for always keeping us updated on the latest stuff. Hoping to make it out there in January.😊
@1_funredhead
Thank you for the tips! I can’t wait to go one day!
@julie_ish
Love walking and looking at the decorations and listening to music entering Worl of Disney store
Hey Chantelle!
Thanks for all the tips!
I’m staying at the Anaheim hotel this coming week, I usually stay in a Hilton. But since it’s so close, we’re gonna give it a try. Plus the price wasn’t too much of a difference!
The closer the better cause my pregnant self cannot do the long walks😅
Hi!
I previously posted, but I wanted to add that I’m really excited to get into Buena vista street!!
I sure hope that the white Christmas tree popcorn bucket comes to downtown Disney now that Burns Vista Street is open! (Instagram: laurenn_garciaa)
Thank you for your amazing tips!
@itsmarisun
Hi Shantelle!
Oh man, where do I start about downtown Disney?! I guess I’ll start by saying how much I miss it. My husband and I have yet to visit since this pandemic has started. The reason being is mainly because we have a 10 month old daughter born in January that we have just been very precautious about bringing out to public places. Of course we would love to bring her (we literally dreamed about the day we would have a child of our own to share the Disney magic with) but are waiting until we feel much more comfortable with the idea. I personally love the holiday/seasonal decor in downtown Disney, as well as the food. I was actually pretty sad when they were closing down Earl of Sandwich, because we loved going there to grab a bite before heading into the parks. So glad they reopened it.
Just want to say thanks so much for sharing your adventures at all the parks and of course tips, it’s fun and interesting to follow along with you. We live a couple hours away from Disneyland in California but hope to go to Walt Disney when our daughter is 3 or 4. Hope to use a lot of your tips for vacationing there.
IG: its_jenn_v
@herder_of_cats
@herder.of.cats
I couldn’t remember if I had an underscore or period. It’s a period. 🤦🏻♀️😜
Missing Down Town disney 😢 nicey_luv
I miss going to Downtown Disney! @bethbnault
Can’t wait to be there in two months! I’ve missed Disney and wish I lived closer! Love all your tips and knowledge! I love following you and living a little through your posts! Thank you!
Thank you for all that you do sharing your love of Disney! I miss downtown Disney so much, its always the first place we go on our arrival day of our Disneyland trips. A visit to WOD and Tortilla Joe’s
@aliciacm86
I absolutely loved our visit to Downtown Disney. I followed all of your tips as to wear to park. Getting into virtual ques. Everything!! It was awesome the steps they are taking made me feel safe. Visiting the stores getting to see Mickey at the entrance to Disneyland. The food the music. Made me miss it even more. @valenzuela7335
Thank you
Ah I’m just missing Disney magic! @hcdavis3
I’m so excited to visit sometime soon! Instagram: @tinkgirl831
I would to win the gift card, I have yet to eat there! I’m excited to visit when everything is back to normal.
Stephygram17
Haven’t been to downtown Disney since the spring and miss it so much! I can’t wait to get back and walk through World of Disney. One of my favorite modes of transportation was taking the tram from downtown Disney into the park.
@adamgotelli
This post makes me want to go to Disneyland!! Gosh I just love Disneyland!! disneyland_4
Thank you so much for the helpful information. We hope to go in the first half of next year for my daughters birthday! 🤞🏻 @meganr_28
THANK YOU Disneylandtourguide for posting all that you do! You make it so much easier for me to make my plans! I was so excited to return to Downtown Disney! When my husband and I went, it was not busy at all. We literally walked straight to get our temperature checked and the dog sniffed us and we walked straight in. It felt so wonderful walking in. I teared up. Then as we were walking out by ESPN the music started to play from the Little Mermaid…I wanna be, where the people are…..and I lost it. I couldnt stop crying. It just got me so emotional. My family has been through a lot almost losing my dad to Covid 19 but because of God and the plasma donor my dads life was spared even though he had less than 20% chance of life. So to feel the joy we did going to Downtown Disney… it felt wonderful. We will be back to visit Buena Vista!
Thanks for all the tips. Hopefully I’m husband and I make it to BVS soon! From cholas1972
I wish I could to go DTD for Christmas time! I went for Halloween time but there is something about being there for Christmas time that seems even more magical if that makes sense! Thank you for always sharing your experiences with us all. Your posts, stories, and blog posts are so helpful! 👏🏽🙌🏽
Thank you!
– @amber.eliza.dickson
Can’t wait to visit again.
suzysimms
I love being able to experience some of the magic in downtown while Disneyland is closed. OPEN THE GATES ALREADY!!! My pass is getting dusty!
I love the music while walking through downtown Disney.. the pink horse
Looks like fun, would love to visit! @alyssanichole9219
Thanks for the tips!! Going in December for some Christmas magic 🎄 @k.pazjk10
Love this website! Thanks for the tips.
My Instagram name is @matthew.lifford
I am so happy that a Disney theme park is open, even if it is just for shopping. There’s only one problem, I’m from Canada, and the borders are closed
My Instagram name is @matthew.lifford
I am so happy that a Disney theme park is open, even if it is just for shopping. There’s only one problem, I’m from Canada, and the borders are closed, making travel to the United States impossible.
Love all of your Pro Tips! Thankful for all the work you do for us Disney fanatics
IG nikki__woods
Thanks for all the great tips!! Hopefully going to visit soon!! @goldengatebridgie
I haven’t been to dtd since March and miss it dearly especially now that it’s xmas season. Thanks for the awesome content. @jikellee1
We love Downtown Disney and can’t wait to go again! Really can’t wait for Disneyland to open again also! Love following along! 😊@theblubaughzoo
Loved watching your stories when you were at WDW!! We were there as well! I even went to ABC commissary because that grilled cheese sandwich looked so good. @leslylou_95
Such great information.. I am excited to check it out and feel a little more secure after reading all about your visit. I am also looking forward to checking out Buena Vista street. Thank you so much for all of your information.
*Instagram name: BobbyBarbs82
Love all your tips! Appreciate you sharing them with us! @cassielarson16
Were going Tuesday to check out BVS, I can’t wait! Thanks for the tips. @mrspearce16
Finally got to try Marceline’s!!! Churro Toffee did NOT disappoint!! ❤️❤️❤️
@rebeccafsanchez
Love the gingerbread mickeys!! Thank you for all ur tips and tricks!! @tara_gonzo
Thank you for sharing what you know about DTD! I recently just went and wished I saw your blog post. I’m a local here in California so I’ve been to DTD and didn’t even know they began charging for parking until I arrived!
Instagram: @robledoyaritza <3
Love all your tips!
@remsberga
Great tips! I’m going next weekend. @shannin_19
@Shannon_19 😂
New follower here and really appreciate the thoroughness of your posts and blogs! Great tip on making dining reservations to ensure entry. Here’s to hoping people follow the rules and CA can see that Disney can open up safely!
I wish I could go to DTD !!! I’m a huge Disney fan but working full time and being a full time student takes a toll and no time to go to DTD 🙁
IG: babyyap
I’ve been to downtown Disney since you posted on Instagram stories that you went with your kids, and I loved it. I was hesitant at first because of Covid but Disney has made it so safe for all to enjoy in a safe way
(Daniellacaceres_)
Thank you for sharing all Disney details
Instagram @tfa.est.2015
I love your Instagram Stories they are fun and so full of information thanks for all you do!
From @pandabearang
I’m going to Downtown Disney with my BFF in a couple of weeks! Can’t wait. Woo hoo!
@kristinlynch413
Thank you Shantelle! I appreciate your content and cannot wait to get back to DTD or Disney Springs!
@disneymmlover4970
I can’t wait to go back! I wish I could go during the Christmas season but will Denair be back soon! @steelergrl68
Great post! I love Downtown Disney!!! @amyviolet
Can’t wait to go back in visit again.
Instagram – julia_parque
Downtown Disney is a wonderful way to get a piece of Disney magic. I’ve gone several times for dinner and to shop. Each time I have felt extremely safe at all times. Looking forward to going back for Buena Vista St. and being back in DCA.
IG: briannaricabal
Love this blog post! Super helpful as im very visual and I love the pictures of all the in person signage. We are hoping to go in May of 2021 with our two boys ages 3 and 2 months, so this is great!
zoe.mays
Love downtown Disney and happy that buena vista street is now open to enhance the experience too!!
Thank you for this guide! Tried going to DD a few weeks ago and it was at capacity, using your tip of making a restaurant reservation and hoping we can see all the holiday magic! ❤️❤️
@hayden_rexroad
Thanks for the tips! @hanbananza
You give such incredibly detailed info that is so much appreciated! Such time savers! I’m excited to go back to DTD asap and the dining reservation is the best tip yet to guarantee getting in! Hoping everyone follows the rules so DL can open fully soon. Would love to win the dining gift card. Hope you & yours stay safe & healthy this holiday season.
– @wanderingrealist
I miss everything about Disneyland and Downtown Disney! We are headed to Disneyworld in March to get our Disney fix! @heather92007
I love their QR stations. Walk up, scan and that’s all. Safer for everyone
Instsgram: linawithani
Missing Downtown Disney so much!
My mom and I LOVE to just drink coffee and listen to the music in DTD! We love that you can still feel the magic there! @hannaraexo
Missing Downtown Disney so much!
Insta @ntiede
@vanillareagan
Our family loves Downtown Disney. I feel like they have taken a lot of precautions to make people feel safe. I can’t wait to see the holiday decorations.
I can’t wait to go back! I love seeing all things Disney through your Instagram for the time being. – elivict
I can’t wait to go back soon!! Thank you for sharing the info!
@rainiesmom
I love everything about downtown Disney.. the smells, the sounds & all the fun shops and places to stop for food and treats. My fav place to eat down there is Earl of Sandwich. Walking through downtown Disney is like the preview of going into Disneyland! Miss being there 😭
Forgot my IG tag… @brelam2010
I’ve had so much fun my last few trips to Downtown Disney! These tips are super helpful! I can’t wait to visit Buena Vista though, looking forward to that 💖
– @chantalcaroline
I LOVE everything about DTD!! How can you not!! When we first started going to Disneyland many years ago, we would always go to DTD the night we got to Anaheim. My kids would be so excited! It was so fun to stroll through all the stores, especially the biggest Disney store ever…World of Disney!!
@trudiluvsdisney
Cant wait to visit Earl of Sandwich and Buena ista Street this week! Do you think it will be crowded? I do! Amy @fort_mort
Cant wait to visit Earl of Sandwich this week! Amy @fort_mort
Thanks for all the tips you give!!! I love seeing what you have to say and then planning out my trips to the parks.
IG- betsyschutz
This has some super helpful info! Would love the earl of sandwich gift card to try their food for the first time!!!
Instagram: @amanda_malfy
What’s your fave Earl of Sandwich sammie?
@michel29johnson
I can’t wait to get back to Disneyland once it opens!! Thank you for sharing all your Disney goodness with us 🤗 ashleyadeline11
Your blogs are so helpful! Right now I am savouring any taste of Disney I can get! We are from Canada so unfortunately cannot get even a little fix right now. Downtown Disney is always our first stop as soon as we check in to our hotel. We rarely get to Anaheim before 7pm after a day of flights but we drop off our bags and head over to start the magic. We always scope out all the new ears and find a pair for our first park day the next day, and we always head to Earl of Sandwich for a late dinner. It has become a tradition for us and we CANNOT wait until we are finally able to do it again!
@eliasmama
Typo in my Instagram handle lol
@elias__mama
Thank you for this informative post! I love downtown Disney. 💕
Can’t wait!!! I’m heading there in December!!!
Beth
Instagram: flexibleinfirst
Can’t wait to go back! We typically visit for Halloween and after realizing DL wasn’t opening we booked WDW for January! @kellifoos
Oh oops it’s @kelli.foos 🤪
I love wondering around and shopping at Downtown Disney. Can’t wait to get back!
-jessmom6
My family and I have been visiting DTD about every two weeks just to keep that Disney feeling. We have not been to buena vista yet – maybe in a week when it’s calmed down a bit.
Thank you for all your tips snd shares.
Love love Downtown Disney. Can’t wait to visit Buena Vista street, but prob not till our first time to WDW in January! Only a few weeks for some Disney magic we’ve been missing for 8 months here!
Camille022
Camille022
Thank you so much for all the time and effort you out in to sharing scout Disney. It helps so much! I can’t wait to be back in the parks. All the tips help me feel like I’ll be ready when the time is right!!! #givethanks
IG: aulani.memories
Thank you for all your wisdom!!! @staceymarietown
Downtown Disney definitely does a good job with social distancing and regulating visitors about the proper way to wear masks. As someone with an annual pass, Downtown Disney makes me miss the atmosphere of Disneyland and DCA but it does justice to the point where the music soothes my soul from this hardship we’re all going through. Super grateful to have Downtown Disney open. My instagram is @iisjessicaa
Downtown Dinsney is so fun! My family loves the beignets at Jazz Kitchen! We are going to WDW in December! We could totally use the gift card in Disney Springs! Thanks! @gfdisneymom
Good info! Wish we could go.
Love all of your info and especially appreciate all the photos! I hope to make it out there at some point. @amals104
Such a helpful post! I am looking forward to visiting during the holiday season for some yummy treats and you answered so many of my questions! Thank you!
@emilyshlep11
I haven’t been yet since Covid, I have been wanting to go, but am nervous. Thanks for the visuals!
@bringing_up_tammie
Love Downtown Disney! Went there earlier this year to celebrate my daughters birthday.
Can’t wait to return to visit with the opening of Buena Vista Street!!
Instagram handle @chr1ss3y
Can’t wait to get back! Thanks for all the great info.
Tracy2029
Thank you so much for all the wonderful tips on the reopening of Buena Vista. Hope to go soon! Maybe during the week would be nice.❤️
Instagram
_mamabear3_
Can’t wait to go back to Disney!!! I even dream about it 😂
Can’t wait to go! Cjoolia07😊
I can’t wait to get back to the park! I miss Disneyland, DCA, and Downtown Disney so much!
We were just there for opening weekend of Buena Vista Street. So impressed with how Disney is making the best of it while maintaining standards to keep everyone safe. And Earls is totally yummy!!! @Q_partyof2
We were just there for opening weekend of Buena Vista Street. So impressed with how Disney is making the best of it while maintaining standards to keep everyone safe!And Earls is totally yummy!!!
@Q_partyof2
Can’t wait for my next Disney trip!!! @pipsqueak11
Oh DTD… how I miss Disneyland so much! I cannot wait to visit Buena Vista next month! Thanks for all the info! @zemmizem
@ryannandsara I just can’t wait for Disneyland to get to reopen!!
Love going to DTD ! My bf took me when they first opened as a surprise ! Of course World of Disney is a must when you go !
@queen.emlyy
Went to DTD a few days ago but now i HAVE to go back now that buena vista is open ! 🥰
Instagram is @kyradoesbalayage
Thanks for all the info!!
Thanks for all the great info!
First and foremost…love the page and all the content!! Thanks for sharing all your Disney adventures and tips – especially the food!!
Favorite thing about Downtown Disney is how even during this pandemic it can bring so much joy to everyone ☺️ It’s hard to keep a mask on all day or be away from the Parks, but even just cruising thru Downtown with music and people (socially distanced of course) can bring so much joy! Plus the long waits and lines are just like the Park!!
Thanks for the tips!!
– @desireethefeminist
Love getting that little taste of Disneyland at Downtown Disney! Been going as much as possible at can’t wait to go visit Buena Vista Street tomorrow! jillstewart_
Thank you for always posting fun and informative posts about all things Disney!
Miss Disneyland wish it was open
Ig: sweetnessloks
Miss Disneyland 😩
Ig sweetnesslokz
I love holiday downtown Disney! The music, decorations, etc brings all the feels!!! The shopping and eating is one of a kind and can’t wait to go back!
Thank you for all the information!
Thank you for all the great tips and information
@danielle_and_keira
What a lovely post ! So informative and descriptive! Thanks for the tip in regards to getting your bags checked. I had no idea that you can request the CM to change out their gloves before you get your bag checked. During these times, it is especially important to know tips like these! Thank you !
IG Name: moniquakkkk_08
I’m excited to go see all the Christmas decor at Downtown Disney 😀
Thank you all this info, its very helpful. I find you to be the most thorough for giving tips on all things Disney!
Insta: @amanda.venice
This is so thorough! We really haven’t gone anywhere since March. I can’t wait to make the trip down someday with my girls. We’re total creatures of habit and always stop at Earl of Sandwich, haha.
Heading to CA this week, moved out of state at the beginning of Covid and cannot wait to go back!! Have been waiting for this!! Will miss Disneyland, but so excited to see all the Christmas decor at downtown Disney!
We’ve been back to downtown Disney a couple time now, I love walking through the shops, and hear the Disney music. Can’t wait for the day that’s we can go back in the parks. @traskforce4
Our last Disney trip was Oct 2019. We go at least twice annually…. we’re missing the Holidays at Disney. Living in AZ, I’m tempted to pop on over to visit Downtown Disney and Buena Vista st!! Thanks for sharing your WDW trip.
Cher
Insta – cherhnh
I’ve been dying to go back….even if it means no Disneyland or rides, I just need some sort of Disney fox. Thanks so much for the tips 🙂 my IG handle is @keegan.freer
I love Downtown! Haven’t had a chance to go back since the pandemic started, but hoping to make a trip soon now that BV is open!
Instagram @el_shannon
I will be driving down to downtown Disney Tuesday from Vegas to get a bit of that buena vista street magic!!
Instagram- nrsdrn90
Great advice! We’re so missing Disneyland and downtown Disney. Hopefully we can get there sometime soon! @jennydesmond7
Love your posts and blogs always so informative! – mrsmartinvero
Thanks for all the tips! I can’t wait to go back!
@hboss228
Thanks for all the awesome tips!!!
Ig: megatron21xo
So well organized and so much helpful information! I love following your IG stories. And I really like your WDW giveaway, made me super excited!😄 @myjuliet3
Thanks for the tips! The cast members at Downtown Disney are doing such a great job of keeping everyone safe. I can’t wait until they can open the parks!
@nsugarm
Thank you for all you insight. We are going to take our kids and the tip about doing a dinning reservation is brilliant. We are now going to do that so we don’t have to wait in line with two you g kids.
Instagram name:erikamccoy
The closest we’ll get to Disney until they open! ❤👍🏼😊 Just love being there and the magical atmosphere. Best part in the last few months was finally meeting you at World of Disney! 😁🎉 @candy2v
I love walking around a getting the Disney magic feel. The cast members make every visit great, they are always helpful and kind. I love going with my little sister and sharing the love of Disney with her even when we can’t get on the rides! -@iamcrystalita
We can’t wait to visit DTD and Buena Vista street! Thanks for all your descriptive tips!
Liz
@tomainstreetandback
I’ve been to downtown Disney a few times since it’s opened but I haven’t been since they opened Buena Vista Street. I REALLY want to I’m super excited. I plan on going soon but not too soon since the crowds have been reported crazy. @martinfamily04
Wonderful information! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with all of us.❤
IG michelelafferre
Shantelle, thank you for your time and dedication to providing all of us with such a wealth of knowledge. I know I can always count on you to have the most accurate and reliable information! -@m516
I love the chocolates that pre packaged the malt balls are my favorite.
@rockis6
I love downtown Disney so much! Thanks for the awesome tips! I hope you get to experience Buena Vista St soon! (Handle- @nichole.keele)
@smijus2004 on Instagram. Can’t wait to go back to Disneyland. Even if it’s downtown Disney.
It’s just magical since we cannot be in the parks.
@christinecantorna
SUPER informative! Thank you so much!
@disney_kat
I have learned so much from all your tips about downtown Disney! I can’t wait to go back and use all the insider info I’ve gained. Thank you so much!!
Thank you for always giving amazing Disney tips even from when I first messaged you for advice on WDW 😅 @marilynsevilla
So much good information here!! Love every bit of it!!
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Yay! Awesome post! Thank you! @kmcgeezee
You give amazing tips! When going to downtown Disney!
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Enjoy the content!
Ryan_grainger82
These tips are great!! thank you ! @briianuhhhh
I love DTD! So excited to see they are decorating for Christmas, I’ll take all of the Disney magic I can get a hold of.
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We had a recent visit to Downtown Disney and I felt so prepared for the experience from the info. Thanks! IG: Debitslv
I am missing DL so bad! We’re planning on a 2021 trip but who knows if that will happen.
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20Leticia00
Fingers crossed
I miss the sights and sounds of strolling through Downtown Disney! Thanks for providing all of these wonderful tips! @jenn.949
Super helpful tips. Love your Instagram and blogs! @kyfernz
Finally had made our 1st trip to downtown Disney &DL january 2020 with my kids it was awesome trip we loved it all. We live in east coast so we do all out trips Disney springs n WDW which prior to pandemic was 3-4x a year since we live 1100+mi away. Thank you for the posts it’s like we are there with them. Truly appreciate the time you put it. Good luck to all IG: cnaza2104
I haven’t been there yet, but hopefully soon! IG: luckyelena32
Hi Shantelle! Idk how I came across your account but I’m so glad I did. After watching your stories at Disney World, I can’t wait to make a trip myself. @jeremyychoiii
Since the parks are closed for regular business, just being in Downtown Disney makes me feel like I am enjoying a little bit of “normal”. I hope to go next week to attempt a visit to Buena Vista Street in DCA. Thank you for sharing your experiences. They help us all.
Gwen. @gwendulaynee
Love all that you do, always look forward to your posts.
@jenrb3
All of your tips are super helpful , my favorite was your tips on rider switch rides!
@Iduh28
Thank you so much for all of the helpful tips!
We are going tomorrow and were worried about being able to secure a spot inside, but went ahead and booked a dining reservation, thanks to your tips!
We are looking forward to wearing our Disney Christmas sweaters on Buena Vista street! Missed it so much!!
Forgot to add my IG handle: @hyejudes
You gave some really great detailed information. I love seeing at the great safety protocols that they have in place. Be safe. Can’t wait to go back.
Forgot to add in my Instagram handle. @bccuellar
We were in DD in October. We’re hoping to go again in Feb. thanks for sharing!! Insta: @instachrismiller
Thanks for all your info and tips! Love your stories and posts!
@coo_coo_cachoo_mrs._robinson
I cannot wait to get back to Downtown Disney and also DCA! I need some amazing Disney sights, sounds, smells and tastes!
Can’t wait till I’ll be able to go back!!!!
@kookie_dough09
Thank you for all the tips! We will be waiting a couple of weeks to go but very much looking forward to it!
@ms_mina_
Always wonderful tips thank you!
I throughly enjoy your IG posts and blog. I cannot wait to take a trip to DTD, sooner rather than later hopefully. Thank you for keeping the magic alive even during this time °o°. IG: jasminnterzianjohnson
Thank You for all your updates and info. Question, is there a way to get to Downtown Disney for guests who are handicapp and cannot walk the whole way, and doesn’t use a wheelchair? Can’t wait to go soon. IG kre8tivebites
Thanks for the wonderful info! Amyortiz6
My family and I went to Downtown Disney two weeks ago and before we left to head to Cali (drove from AZ) I went to your page for all the tips and tricks to navigating the shops. I’m so grateful that I knew about the virtual queues ahead of time! Thank you for your help! Insta: @yourtokenredhead
I’m in AZ also and we can’t wait to go to Downtown Disney or even Disneyland soon🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 I have been living vicariously through you and your travels from my couch. I was hoping to go to Disney for my 40th birthday in Feb. Hoping for the best.
Gosh I can’t wait for the parks to open back up again! We live in northern ca, so we can’t visit downtown Disney as much as we’d like, but it looks so nice & appreciate all of your Disney advice! IG: @jeskissd
I love Earl of Sandwich! @tiffany_boolay
Awe so nostalgic even just being in downtown Disney! Thanks for the amazing tips as always!
@alisonhenrie
Thanks for all the helpful tips! Can’t wait to make a trip over there. Definitely going to give Asian Streets a try. Ig @gigismom19
I love getting all of your advice!! I love downtown Disney!! @bbroit
I can’t wait to visit Buena Vista Street! 💚🎄💚
-@sealorepolish
I can’t wait to visit Buena Vista Street—I’ll be visiting this week! Thanks for all the helpful info!
IG—stephchan8
Thank you for all of this super helpful info! I haven’t been to DTD since February, but am hoping to go for my bday in Dec 🙂 I’m @ithinkurswell on IG thank you!
Thank you so very much for all you do for us with sharing all of your wonderful Disney knowledge. Thank you for being my Tour Guide 😉 @omelero
Looking forward to visiting DownTown Disney with my husband on our second wedding anniversary! @myramagdalena
Thanks for always being so helpful with all things Disney! 🙂 I always love the outlet tips especially!
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I, love downtown Disney mostly because when I’m there I know I am about to visit my true home which is Disneyland 😪 but for now the lights food and and leftover Disney magic has to do
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Than you for all the info and updates you share with everyone. For some disney magic i guess buena vista is better than nothing. I need a road trip to Anaheim asap.
@susyesp218
I miss Disneyland so much and I’m excited that we can finally visit California adventure Buena vista street! Its a first step in possibly reopening again. We’re planning to visit on Sunday, so I’m hoping to win the gift card. Crossing my fingers and good luck to everyone who entered! 🤞 if I do win my Instagram name is @nurse_jits. 🤗
Love that your in AZ like me . I so badly need a lunch day at downtown Disney and some Christmas shopping . I miss the parks being open
IG: Bitch_from_birth
I am so excited to go visit again now that DCA is open on Buena Vista St! I’ve been a couple times already, but being inside a park again seems so much more magical!
Hi Shantelle,
Thank you for all the great tips, tricks and content on your Instagram. Just signed up for your Blog too 👍🏼. Have only been able to go once to DTD back in September and would love to go again now that Buena Vista Street is open ❤️.
Happy Thankgiving🦃,
Renel
@Calisun365
PS. Thanks for telling how to find your comments. Really helped 👍🏼
Love all your tips! Can’t wait to visit we miss it sooo much! @corog1z
I miss downtown Disney and Disneyland soooooo much. I went to WDW for the first time ever due to my Disney withdrawals and it was amazing!
@breenduhh3
There are so many places I want to try to eat at in downtown Disney but I’ve only ever eaten at Earl of Sandwich because I love them so much. I can’t wait to go back soon!
@meghanbarnes84
Thank you so much for all the info! Can’t wait to make it out and enjoy a little bit if much needed Disney magic !! @tinker0711
This is so helpful! Thanks for all the tips!
@PixieDustNails
Thank you for always sharing your wonderful tips & advise! Very much appreciated. Stay safe & happy holidays! @teagswai
Thank you so much for always posting such amazing and helpful tips! I’m recently planning a trip to Disney World in January and everything thus far has made me much more excited to go!! ☃️❄️🏰 I just turned 21 this week and going to downtown Disney is such a different experience. So many yummy drinks to choose from!🍹 Im so anxious to wear and show off all my new Disney gear in Florida 🧚♀️🎡 I’m so excited for this much needed Disney fix! Thank you again for everything! 😊
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Hoping to go to Downtown Disney Soon but I’ll be in Disney World the beginning of December!!! @tastingdisney
So greatful for all your tips and suggestions!! It makes such a difference!! Thanks !💕
Liztomania32
Thank you for alllll the info!! Happy Holidays! @mar_gee_
I can’t wait to eat all the Disney treats, get some Salt and Straw, and buy all the Disney merch!
@ctina_n
Thank you so much for all you do helping to make sure we have all the info we may need for all aspects of Disney. @come_with_me_to_disney
Thanks for the very thorough information!
@whitnay20
Wish we could disneyland this year 😭😭😭 Thank you for keeping us updated
Love going to downtown Disney! So many good memories made there. @markathgow
Thank you for your helpful post! I’m so excited to visit BVS soon!
IG: blondedu4
Thank you so much for sharing all these fun tips! Earl of Sandwich in DTD is my favorite place to eat there! I love love love their holiday sandwich! It’s like a thanksgiving meal all wrapped up!
Instagram: @jawajac
I was hoping to make it to Buena Vista Street over this Thanksgiving weekend but with sliding back into the purple tier I’m going to hold off to see what happens. – @misskdcox
so excited to be back in downtown disney!!
I want to thank you for all of your amazing tips! I’m planning on going to DTD tomorrow!! I’m so excited to have some Disneyland popcorn again. It’s the little things right now! 😆 Happy Holidays and I hope you get to make a trip out here soon! IG: @Kelle_with_an_e
Loved your stories from WDW! It’s so fun to see it decorated for the holidays. Earl of Sandwich is my Disney Springs staple. Has been since it was Downtown Disney! Can’t wait to see your stories from Buena Vista Street. @girlwithasong
Thank you for all your super helpful tips and advice! I look forward to visiting Downtown Disney soon. ❤ IG: jakgranch
I love your stories. I get my disney fix through you!
Forgot to leave my IG name: @jacquiedd
All great information. Thanks for sharing 💙 makeitblue_april
I was just in downtown Disney in September &’ I loved it, hopefully I can see buena vista soon! i’m also going to WDW for my birthday next month &’ taking the tips you’ve given with me! 🙂 instagram: medel.silvia
Churro toffee is life!!!!
@stephcab9
I love all your tips, ty, I really enjoyed my last stay
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This was so informative
Thank you
Thank you for all the info. Will come in handy. @apdisneyaunt
Thank you for your wonderful tips always!!!
Planning to take my Daughter Delilah Vianey to DTDisney this week Dad & Daughter Time to eat & shop. We love to walk around Eat , & do some shopping..
I have already commented, so not sure if I can enter twice. Haha! Thanks for all your awesome content!! You put a lot of work into your blog and what you share on social media. It is so appreciated!!
@trudiluvsdisney
So much good information!!!
Insta: @gidget42005
I miss Downtown Disney so much but I’m going in December! @allthingsdisneyluver
I really want to go, I miss the magic of Disney so much 😢
Thank you for all the tips. Can’t wait to get back to the Disney Magic, even if it’s only a small bit 🥰 @Dulcevida
I love DTD and the safety precautions they are taking to stay in business and keep ll their Mikey friends safe!
I can’t wait to go and let the crowds simmer down
@youloveeeme
Thank you for the great tips and information! The tip about the dinner reservation is wonderful! Loved seeing DCA open again, even it’s just a portion of it!
@diekoenigen
I do want to visit Downtown Disney but I’m a little iffy about it 😐 @lyperez76
Omg can wait to visit Buena Visita street …Im super excited & cant wait to be @our 2nd home! Can’t wait for all the treat!!!❤❤❤❤ @lilianas_momma
GREAT info, I’m going next week and this eased my mind a bit so I know exactly what to expect! @kwalsworth19
I love following you! Had it not been for your posts about making dinning reservations on a Saturday afternoon, I would have waited over two hours to get into DTD. Because of my reservation I waited 45 minutes in line.
I had so much fun visiting Downtown Disney and now I want to visit again to see Buena Vista Street!! Thanks for the helpful info!
Instagram name: @lovejandt
Thank you for all the great information. Can’t wait to head down there and check it all out.
It was so magical to return to Buena Vista St last week. Everything was magically safe and crowd management was amazing.
IG: @aloha_lisa
As always, what a wonderful and helpful article! I can’t wait to visit soon.
@lowshizle for my Instagram!
Thank you Disney Tour Guide. I love that you included the times the lot opens.
I really hope your post helps everyone going DTD in staying safe while having a bit of magic.
Ig name: k.stephanie__
I went to Downtown Disney last Saturday because I’ve been watching your posts and even though there are a lot of restrictions it was just like being back home. That’s why I watch all your posts✨
Thanks so much!
Sincerely,
Tigerlili1111
We are heading to WDW next week for the first time and your blogs and stories have helped me tremendously in planning my trip! So thankful for you! We look forward to reuniting with DTD as soon as we get back. Tortilla Jos and Uva Bar are our favorites!
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Here in AZ also! We can’t wait until we can go to Disney, DCS, Downtown Disney… I’ll take anything!
I cannot wait to visit! I miss it so much! @melissadenise_13
Thank you for the useful tips! Cant wait to go back for a visit! @lerokz
DTD has been great. I love how they opened BVS.
@ssegal_
Thank you for everything you do and info you compile!! I can’t wait to go to BVS and DTD!
@catiemartinez