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Disneyland in Anaheim, California stands as one of the top tourist destinations in the world and a beacon of imagination and fun, captivating millions of visitors each year with its two major parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park.

How many people visit Disneyland each year?

Disneyland in California attracts over 28 million visitors annually.1

Breaking Down the Magic: Attendance Per Park 

How many people visit Disneyland Park every year?

Disneyland Park welcomed approximately 18 million visitors annually before the pandemic and consistently attracts more visitors than its sister park, Disney California Adventure. 

In 2023, there was a 2.2% increase in visitor numbers (17.2 million visits).

How many people visit Disney California Adventure every year?

Disney California Adventure also maintained a strong visitor count, reaching nearly 10 million visitors annually before the COVID-19 pandemic.

In 2023, 10 million people visited Disney California Adventure Park.


How many people visited Disneyland in 2023?

How many people visited Disneyland in 2022?

Disneyland California, which includes Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, welcomed 25.88 million visitors in 2022.

How many people visit Disneyland every day?

Below are the average daily visitor numbers calculated from annual attendance data:

Disneyland Park:

Disney California Adventure:

How much do visitors spend in Disneyland? 

Economic Impact of Disneyland in California

How much did visitors spend in Disneyland in 2022?

Visitor spending in 2022 saw a 40% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to Disney’s 2022 second-quarter report.

How much does Disneyland make a day?

Impact of Coronavirus – Disneyland Tourism Statistics 2020 & 2021

The 2020 and 2021 tourism statistics highlighted $4 billion in revenue loss.5 The COVID-19 pandemic affected global tourism, and Disneyland Resort was no exception. 

Where do visitors to Disneyland come from?

When is the best time to visit Disneyland?

The best time to visit Disneyland depends on the visitor’s preferences for crowd levels, weather, and events.

Crowd Levels:

Weather:

Events and Special Celebrations:

To avoid the largest crowds, it’s advisable to visit on weekdays during the off-peak periods mentioned above.

California Travel Resources

How much does it cost to go to Disneyland?

The cost of a visit to Disneyland can vary depending on the length of stay, ticket options, and additional expenses. Here’s a breakdown of typical costs7:

Tickets:

Additional Expenses:

Estimated Costs for a Family of Four (Three-Day Visit):

This estimate does not include accommodation or travel expenses to and from the resort. Costs can vary based on personal preferences and spending habits.

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References

  1. AECOM: Theme Index and Museum Index Reports ↩︎
  2. CSUF: Total Economic Impact Of Disneyland Resort In Southern California ↩︎
  3. DCC: Economic Impact of Disneyland CA ↩︎
  4. OCRegister: Disney’s Second – Quarter Earnings Report ↩︎
  5. OCRegister: Impact of COVID-19 pandemic to Disneyland Resort  ↩︎
  6. TMCA: 2018 International Travel to California – Top Market ↩︎
  7. Disneyland: Theme Park Tickets ↩︎