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Disability Accessibility Shortcut information index

• Where can I buy standard discounted Tokyo Disneyland tickets?
• Can I buy Tokyo Disney Disabled tickets?
• How do I use my disability pass?
• What is a Pram as a Wheelchair sticker?
• How much does a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability pass cost?
• What is the certificate to prove your disability at Tokyo Disney Resort?
• Is there a place to wait instead of the ride queue at Tokyo Disney Resort?
• Can I get a Disability Access Service pass added to a day pass?
• Can my family group ride with me using my disability pass?
• Can I do other rides whilst waiting for my DAS time slot?
• Can I take my wheelchair on the Tokyo Disney Resort monorail or shuttle bus?
• Tokyo Disney Resort disabilities resource page

Tokyo Disneyland tickets

Disability Access Services

 How do I buy a Tokyo Disney Disability pass?

You can only buy a Tokyo Disneyland disability entrance ticket at the official Tokyo Disney Resort website or at an official Tokyo Disney Hotel ticket counter.

Where should I buy our other Tokyo Disney Tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online also on the official website, or at the official third party discount seller Klook.

Buy your Disneyland tickets at Klook online here

How do I enter Disneyland or DisneySea with my Disability ticket?

After buying your Disney entrance tickets, upon arrival at the Tokyo Disney park  produce your ticket barcode on your mobile phone or paper ticket.
You will need to produce proof of your disability to enter.

You will still need to Register inside the park at your first ride.

(Make sure all members of your party who may wish to ride with you – up to five people – are also present so they can also be noted as your ride group)

Are Tokyo Disney Resort disability tickets cheaper?

Yes, Tokyo Disney Resort Disability one day passes are cheaper than standard one day passes. They are around AUD$25 and USD$11 cheaper than standard Tokyo Disneyland day passes, or roughly 20% cheaper.

Your accompanying Carer can also buy a disability one day pass. Only one accompanying person may buy a disabled pass per disabled pass visitor.

Here are the current (August 2023) ticket prices for comparison:

Tokyo Disneyland Disability park entrance ticket price:

Adult ticket price ¥6,800 Junior ¥5,600 Child ¥4,000

(Adult ¥6,800 = AUD$72.51, USD$46.44)

Tokyo Disneyland Standard day pass price:

Adult ¥8,400 Junior ¥7,000 Child ¥5,000
(Adult ticket price ¥8,400 = AUD$89.57, USD$57.36)

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What certificate or paperwork do I need to prove I am disabled?

There isn’t a great deal of information, other than eligible certificates should be a “certificate for” their disability, including physical, developmental (neurodiverse such as Autism / ASD and ADHD), neurological, cognitive and intellectual / mental disabilities.
This implies official-issued documents such as government documents.

That said, there are numerous incidences of NDIS or Doctors letters that are accepted as proof for DAS at Tokyo Disneyland.

Australian Compaion & Carers Cards

Australian NSW Companion Cards and even Carers pension cards would have a strong case, particularly if they include a photograph. This is because they are issued by the state or federal governments.

What disability proof worked for us:

NDIS original paperwork for Australians carries weight – state that it is a government document.

Bring an accompanying doctor’s letter on their letterhead stating queuing may be difficult/not possible. MOST LIKELY this alone will work.

I asked a Cast Member if you can try to register with just a doctors letter and was met with some doubt. It can depend on who you register with!

Any kind of carers card, Australian Companion Card or pass with a photo would also be helpful.

UK Blue Cards

UK Blue Cards have been used with success due to them being a government issued identification card with photograph.

Japan has a photo pass system and may assume other countries do also. Explain that your government doesn’t issue the same.

Personally, if I only had a doctor’s letter as proof I would buy a regular Park entrance ticket and not a Disability entrance ticket – just in case the doctor’s letter is rejected as not enough proof (so that you don’t risk losing your entry ticket).

Do I need to take original certificates or can I take photocopies or digital scans?

Only take originals, as copies probably won’t be accepted. Officially they must be originals.

You should always carry your passport in Japan – it’s the law for tourists.

For Disney Disability Registration, you should bring photo id (so, your passport for example) if there is no photo id on your disability certificate or other proof – they probably won’t check it, but just in case.

Tokyo mobile phone internet data eSims

Buy an eSim so that you have data from the moment you land in Japan. Airalo eSIM is proven to work reliably in Tokyo Disney Resort and allows you to access the internet in Japan.

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Do I need to supply a Japanese translation of my disability certificate or medical letter?

No. Most don’t. There doesn’t seem to be a requirement for Japanese translations as then this would be a copy, so not admissable as proof.

That said, if my only documentation was a doctor’s letter, a translation may help strengthen your claim.

Can I buy Tokyo Disney multi-day disability tickets?

No. Disability tickets are one day passes only.

Is there Tokyo Disney Resort disabled ride access if I have already bought a standard ticket?

Yes. This is called the Disability Access Service pass. You can add this to your standard park access ticket by registering for the Disability Access Service add-on after you enter the park.

This is obtained by presenting a disability certificate or other acceptable documentation (see above) to one of several park locations, including any ride operator for your first ride. They will register you, your carer and your other group (family) members in the system width you so you can all ride together.

After you have registered for the first time you don’t need to do this process again that day. You can just request your DAS ride return time from ride operators at each ride.

Here are the Tokyo Disney Resort Disability Access Service registration locations:

At Tokyo Disneyland:

• All rides and attractions
• Woodchuck Greeting Trail
• Mickey’s House and Meet Mickey
• Minnie’s Style Studio

At Tokyo DisneySea:

• All rides and attractions
• Village Greeting Place
• Saludos Amigos! Greeting Dock
• Mickey & Friends’ Greeting Trails

Can I register for Disability Access Services for more than one day at a time?

The official website says you need to register each day at each park separately, on the day you attend. It is each day, each park.

Do I need a Carer with me to be registered for a Tokyo Disneyland disability pass?

Yes. If you have visual, mental, or developmental disabilities you must have an able-bodied person accompanying you in order to get a registered disabled pass.

You need one carer per disabled person for some rides like Space Mountain. So if you are a single parent and have two disabled children for example, or are two parents but are outnumbered with disabled children , consider registering only ONE disabled child if you can safely manage more than two on your own. The family group of up to five more people join you anyway.

Can my family or group board with me when I’m using my Disability Access Service (DAS)?

Yes. Up to five other people can board the ride with you when using your DAS. Up to nine people can go with you at a Character Greeting. You’ll need to have all their passes scanned with yours when entering the park with a disability ticket / registering for DAS.

From the Tokyo Disney website:

”At an attraction, this service is valid for up to six persons (yourself and five members of your party).”

How do I use a disability pass to skip the ride queue?

If you have bought a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability entrance ticket then once it is verified at the entrance gates then you will need to register again. After your initial registration at the first ride, reserve each ride by attending the ride and make yourself known to the ride queue attendants. You will receive a return time that equals the current queue wait time.

Watch my DAS registration video

Watch how to do your initial disability ride registration on our YouTube video.

If you have a standard Park entry ticket, then you will need to Register for a Disability Access Pass at your first ride, once for that day.
After you are Registered, then you only need to make what is called a Disability Reservation or Return Time at each ride you want to go on.

Speak to the ride attendants first to Register and once your ticket is digitally linked as a disability pass (as will be your Carer’s and you’ll also need to present all the passes of the family or group members you’re visiting with) then – then after registration you only need to make a ride reservation by attending that ride and receiving a return time.

Do Tokyo Disney Cast Members speak English?

Not all cast members speak English, however cast members do have translation devices or access to them.

When requesting Disability Access to a ride it may be wise to use Google translate or translate a note into Japanese prior, to give or show attendants in case of language barriers.

What happens during the Tokyo Disney Disability Registration Process?

The process takes around ten-fifteen minutes and is a one-off procedure for that day in that park.

If you have a Tokyo Disney Resort Disability entrance ticket your papers will be checked at the front gates. You will still need to do your official DAS Registration at your first ride.

If you have a standard park entrance ticket then you enter the park as normal and register at your first ride.

You may need to queue to register, particularly if you are registering at a popular ride first-thing in the morning such as Beauty and the Beast. I would advise registering at a less popular ride with a shorter queue first.

Cast members will ask to see documentary proof of the disabled person’s disability (see above).

They will photograph the disabled person and register their pass. They will also register/scan the passes of all the accompanying family/friends, so make sure everyone is there for registration.

After registration you will make your first ride Disability Reservation.

How do you make a Disability ride reservation at each ride?

Seek out any ride queue Cast Member who will direct you to the appropriate Cast Member. They usually hold a light stick.

The Cast Member will check the disabled person’s photograph on their system and ask the Carer of the disabled person questions to make sure the disabled person will be able to physically ride the ride and also be able to safely exit the ride in an emergency.

Appropriate questions will also be written in English etc. on cards, and will be about sitting, walking and navigating stairs capabilities.

They may ask if the disabled person is capable of being able to walk or be supported by your Carer out of a ride for safely.

You will be given a return time to come back to the ride so that you don’t have to wait in the queue. The return time will exactly equal the current ride queue time as signposted – a wait time identical to the current wait time for that ride queue.

You will then be free to leave to spend that time elsewhere instead of standing in a queue.

This process is not regarded as a fast pass like a Tokyo Disney paid Premier Pass or the USA Genie+ pass, but a queue place holder.

Can we do other rides whilst waiting for our disability ride return time?

Yes you can provided you can make it back in time (strictly within 15 minutes of your return time).

You should be able to book other ride passes such as a Premier or Priority Pass – you can certainly try. We had some success but also some system blocks.

You can do other rides queuing as a normal park pass guest, however you can only use your Disability Pass one ride at a time, and only once per ride.

Where do I go at my ride queue return time?

You go to the ride Priority Lane – the same place you go to if you have a paid Premier Pass or a 40th Anniversary Priority Pass.

Same as the other Tokyo Disney passes, you will have a pass with barcode listed on you official Tokyo Disney Resort App.

When you return, scan the barcode of your disabled ticket holder’s pass FIRST at the Premier Access/Priority Pass lane. Cast members will need to be notified that you are disabled entries and verify your disabled persons first scan pass with their own device. Then all other members of your party/family group scan as normal.

Watch my DAS return-time ride entry video

Watch how to use your disability return-time on our YouTube video.

What happens if I miss my return time or are running late?

You have up to 15 minutes ONLY after your return time passes to turn up to the ride. So you can arrive back up to fifteen minutes late after your stated DAS pass return time. Cast Members expect you to be on time. You cannot enter any earlier.

Will my Tokyo Disney Disabled Pass get me into Fantasy Springs?

Yes, Fantasy Springs is open to all and you can use your DAS pass on the rides there.

Can I use my DAS Pass to skip the queue for Fantasy Springs rides?

Yes, you can use your DAS pass for a return-time to use the Priority lanes.

What  Tokyo Disneyland Holiday Planning Facebook Group members say…

Okay I just did this last week.

You have to set it up each day at the park, at your first ride you need to use it.

At that time you will show your proof – being in US we showed a doctors letter.

They will scan tickets and get things set up for you. This will take at least five to ten minutes to do. And that’s if they don’t need to find someone else to do it.

After that it should be linked in the app and you’ll basically use it as a premier pass.

You will only have 30 minutes to use it after it is time.

At each ride they will have you confirm a series of saftey basically saying pass holder can evacuate in case of an emergency – they can walk down 200 stairs, climb a ladder, etc. Also that they can hold themselves up right m, things like that.

Next ride will be a little quicker but it still usually took 5 mins to get the return time, sometimes they had to find the right person, grab the book with instructions, etc.

I started keeping Google translate open and using the message “I need to get a disability access return time for my daughter.” Because asking verbally in English was not always immediately understood.

If you need a wheelchair it can get more complicated. We used a stroller as a wheelchair which was not always easy. – Cassie.

Our family is from the U.S. and just returned from Japan spending 4 days at Disneyland and DisneySea. We bought our tickets at full price and did not do a DAS discounted ticket. We used the DAS pass which allowed us to skip waiting in the queue line with everyone else but we still had to wait for the same amount of time outside the queue. To get the DAS pass we needed to show proof of my son’s ASD. To do this I had his primary care physician write a letter on her letterhead stating that my son has ASD and has a difficult time staying with the group and standing in line. Once inside the park, we went to the first attraction we wanted to ride and let them know we wanted to register for a DAS pass. They then asked to see the letter from his doctor and they scanned all of our tickets into a digital DAS pass that was now linked with our park tickets. We were then issued a return time. When that time came we would return to the Priority queue where our park tickets were scanned and we were admitted onto the attraction. To ride other attractions you then go to a cast member at each attraction you want to ride and ask for a DAS pass return time. The cast members have a transtator device which makes communicating with them really easy. They are all really helpful and once you do a few rides it becomes really easy. – Ann.

…we call it DAS disabilty access service. they will ask you to show proof (disability card, doctor’s note etc) that someone in your group has a disability.

after you enter the park, you go to any ride cast member and tell them that you will register for DAS. you show your proof and they take the picture of the person who has the disability. you do the registration once.

you have to tell the attraction cast member that you will use DAS, they will explain safety procedures and you get a return time.

you can do whatever you want while waiting for a return time. you can queue in line for a different ride. you can only use das for one ride at a time. – Group member.

Can I wait somewhere else instead of standing in line or queuing until boarding a ride?

Yes, if you are unable to stand or wait in a ride queue, there are separate ride waiting areas for conditions such as if you have a temporary disability (like a broken leg), are disabled, pregnant, wheelchair bound or elderly.

If you don’t have a DAS pass you will be separated from your group to wait in a special separate area and your group will wait in line as normal and then you can rejoin your party at their ride boarding time.

Can I bring food into Disneyland and DisneySea if we have strict dietary requirements?

Yes you can, and several park restaurants have microwaves available to you.

Are vegetarian meals available at Disney in Tokyo?

Yes, you can get vegetarian meals and a “Special Dietary Menu” at many park restaurants which avoid allergens.

Using a pram or stroller as a wheelchair

If you obtain a special sticker you can have your pram treated as a wheelchair which give you much closer access to rides. Like a wheelchair, staff will transport it to the end of rides for you to. You can also get access to special wheelchair viewing areas in theatres and at shows and parades.

You can get a Pram As A Wheelchair sticker from the monorail stations, official Disney Hotels and at the following locations iin each Tokyo Disney Park:

Tokyo Disneyland

• Stroller & Wheelchair Rentals
• Main Street House
• Cast Members at attractions and
  entertainment programs

Tokyo DisneySea

• Stroller & Wheelchair Rentals
• Guest Relations
• Cast Members at attractions and
  entertainment programs

Is there a special place for those in wheelchairs to view shows and parades?

Yes, and also for prams being used as wheelchairs. One group member has mentioned this area is open to all DAS pass holders. Contact nearby Cast Members to show you how and where to go to access it.

Can I use the Tokyo Disney Resort monorail or buses with a wheelchair?

Yes. There are elevators at each station, and carriage numbers 3 and 4 have spaces for wheelchairs. Staff can help with a ramp if necessary. Ramps are also available to board the free Disney Resort Cruiser bus service.

Where should I buy our other standard Tokyo Disney entry tickets?

You can buy non-disability standard entrance tickets for the rest of your family or friends online also on the official website, or at the official third party discount seller Klook.

Buy your Disneyland tickets at Klook online here

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Tokyo Disneyland Disability Resorces

A comprehensive English language Disability guide book is available to read here.

It includes a list of where to find disabled rest rooms in Disneyland and DisneySea, special dietary restaurants, and a detailed list of attractions and what abilities are required to ride them and which ones have elevators plus much more.

More disability and ride queue challenges information can be found on the offical TDL website here. and on their barrier free index here

Where can I buy Tokyo Disneyland Tickets online?

You can also read our guide on how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets online here.

Buy your Tokyo Disneyland tickets online here

Tokyo Disneyland Facebook Group

Love all things Tokyo Disneyland, or just have more questions? Join our 100k+ member Tokyo Disney Facebook Group here!

What’s the cheapest airline to get from Australia to Japan?

We partnered with Jetstar Australia to fly from Australia to Japan. Jetstar Australia offer cheap fares to Japan every day – check their website for their low Tokyo and Osaka fares and frequent sales!

Check Jetstar’s cheap Japan flights here

Further reading…

Read our blog about how to buy Tokyo Disneyland tickets here.

You can read more about Tokyo Disneylands best rides here.

You may also be interested in these other Disneyland holidays…

Read about our Aussie family Disneyland Park California holiday here.

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Firstly, if you haven’t read our Aussie family Disneyland Park feature, read it here.

Or our Australian family Disney California Adventure Park feature here.

Here are some handy tips for what, why and where to buy the right Disneyland tickets in Australia so that you can make the most of your time at Disneyland Resort…

One of the biggest questions on Aussie parent’s minds when planning a trip to Disneyland is where to buy cheap Disneyland tickets

Where can I buy Disneyland Tickets in Australia?

Our first stop for Disneyland tickets is Klook, an official Disneyland ticket seller.

Not only are Klook Disneyland tickets cheap, once purchased you always have them on you digitally on the Klook app. It’s a simple scan in process at the Disneyland entrance, skipping the queue for tickets.

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In Australia (and many other countries around the world) you can also buy your Disneyland Resort theme park tickets direct from a travel agent in your country, but you will be paying a premium. A travel agent can also include tickets in a Disneyland holiday package.

Which Disneyland tickets should I choose?

Disneyland Resort Multi-day tickets are the best choice if you’ve never been to Disneyland before.

Tickets are available singly into either theme park, or Disneyland Resort Park Hopper tickets allows you to cross between the two theme parks during the same visit. It’s simply a matter of walking across from one park to the other. It’s best to allow at least three days to cover both parks. Five or seven days are even better! Multi-day tickets and Park Hopper tickets can be great way to enjoy the two California Disney Resort parks.

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What is Disneyland Lightning Lane?

Disneyland Lightning lane is the current name for the Disneyland ride queue fast lane. A Lightning Lane pass allows you to bypass the long ride queues to go straight to the front of the queue.

There are two versions of Lightning Lane passes to choose from.

The Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and the Lightning Lane Single Pass.

What is the difference between Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass?

Formally known as Disneyland Fast Pass and Disney Genie, there are now two new Disney Lightning Lane systems – here’s the simple explanation of how they work. Remember, you must have a valid Disneyland day ticket and park reservation first!

How does Lightning Lane Multi Pass work?

1. For several selected rides at Disneyland and California Adventure
2. For one use per ride
3. Book the next available ride window
4. Get free Disneyland photo benefits
5. Buy either in advance (can buy from Klook) or in the park, but limited availability

How does Lightning Lane Single Pass work?

1. For the following two rides only:
   1. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disneyland
   2. Radiator Springs Racers in California Adventure
2. Both of the above 2 rides are not included in the Lightning Lane Multi Pass
3. Use one time only on one ride
4. Book the next available ride window
5. Buy once you are inside the theme park using the Disneyland app (if available)
6. You can buy both if you like, but only one per ride is allowed per day.

Is Disney Lightning Lane worth it?

Yes! One thing is for certain – your Disneyland time is precious – and valuable. You may have traveled half-way around the world to visit Disneyland. You need to make the most of your time whilst you are there – this is no time to try and save a few dollars! So, it makes good sense to spend a bit more on a Disney Lightning Lane and streamline your Disneyland ride and entertainment experiences.

Disney Lightning Lane may seem like an extra expense, but even if you are only visiting Disneyland Resort for a limited number of days, you should definitely consider upgrading your standard ticket to a Lightning Lane pass for a more efficient visit.

What is Disneyland Early Entry?

As a bonus, when you stay at an official Disneyland Resort Hotel you get access to the Disneyland 30-minute early entry to one of the two Disneyland theme parks every day of your hotel stay. This is a really good reason to stay at a Disneyland Hotel. That’s a 30 minute head-start on other Disneyland visitors, which is a great advantage when it comes to the most busy rides at Disneyland! You do still need to have a valid park ticket and have booked a park reservation.

Which days are early entry for Disneyland Park for hotel guests?

Disneyland Park are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Which days are early entry for California Adventure for hotel guests?

Disney California Adventure Park are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

Download the Disneyland Apps

In preparation for your days at Disney Resort, download the Disney Resort App before you go at the App Store and Google Play. The Play Disney Parks App. is another Disney family essential.

The Disneyland Resort App is essential to make the most of your Disney days. Us this app for entry, Lightning Lane, live navigational maps, to find out ride wait times, event information and even where Disney characters are going to appear! Your photo pass ride photos can also be loaded into your app as you make your way around the theme parks.

In the USA or Japan, you can also use the Disney Parks App to purchase park tickets. We decided we wanted an extra day at Disneyland before flying home to Australia, and bought tickets using the Disneyland App.

The Disneyland Resort Play App comes in very handy if you are waiting in line for a ride, as families can use it to play Disney games together! It keeps everyone entertained and is a lot of fun.

Can I connect my paper Disneyland ticket to the App?

Yes you can. It’s a good idea to link your Disneyland Resort ticket to the Disneyland App on your phone before your visit, however you can do this anytime, such as after receiving your ticket (if you bought tickets online) at the gate.

Ticketing and Lightning Lane work seamlessly within the Disneyland Resort App on your smart phone via a scannable barcode system.

How do I scan my Disneyland tickets into the app?

Watch my step-by-step video which shows you how to scan your Disneyland California tickets into the official Disneyland App .

Does holding a Disneyland ticket guarantee entry?

No. Like any other theme park, Disneyland has the potential to reach a maximum number of Guests in the park.

As there is still a park date reservation system being used in California Disney, it’s important you reserve the dates you wish to visit if this isn’t automatically included with your admission pass.

Do you still need to reserve your Disneyland date of visit in 2025?

Yes. This is managed by the Disneyland reservation system, which you can only make after you have bought a Disneyland ticket.

Therefore, at peak times such as USA holidays and weekends, it’s highly recommended that if your reservation isn’t included automatically with your Disneyland ticket, that you make your reservations early.

How do I reserve Disneyland tickets?

Watch my step-by-step instruction video which shows how to reserve your Disneyland California tickets.

Where to stay when visiting California Disneyland Resort

Disneyland is located around 45 minutes drive from LAX in the city of Anaheim, so it’s important to stay in Anaheim so that you aren’t wasting your precious Disney time commuting each day.

You can find a comprehensive listing of all hotels surrounding Disneyland in my guide here.

Whilst in Anaheim our family stayed in the Anaheim Marriot Suites, in Garden Grove. Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant hotel is the perfect base for any Disneyland family holiday. Find out more about the Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel here.

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Contact your travel agent to book your own magical Disneyland Resort Holiday. More information can be found at Disneyland.com.au

You may also be interested in Tokyo Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Orlando…

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Read all about the three exciting California destinations, including Disneyland, we visited in one trip here!

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Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at the Plaza Inn

If you want to experience all aspects of Disney magic whilst you are visiting Disneyland California, then you really must do at least one Disneyland breakfast.

There are several amazing California Disneyland breakfasts available, including the Donald Duck Breakfast at the Paradise Pier Hotel, Mickey’s Tales of Adventure and the Princess Breakfast at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, and Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel – however we think it would be hard to beat the Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park – which happens right inside Disneyland at the Plaza Inn.

Location Location Location!

This Disney breakfast is the only one to actually take place inside Disneyland. Hosted in the historic Plaza Inn restaurant, an original landmark of Disneyland Park, this location simply can’t be beat. If that wasn’t enough Disney magic, this Disney breakfast experience is made all the more special by it’s views of the Disneyland Sleeping Beauty castle!

Before you go – don’t forget these essential items!

Essential items to take along with you to your Minnie and Friends Disneyland breakfast are your camera (of course!) and a Disney Autograph book, which you can purchase from most Disneyland gift shops. Your Disneyland Autograph Book will become one of your child’s most treasured Disney souvenirs. My girls page through their autograph books in wonder. If I had a dollar for every time Brooke or Samantha exclaimed, “I can’t believe we filled up our autograph books!”, I’d be a rich mum! Each Disney character has their own, very special autograph style – and it’s absolutely charming watching them sign your child’s book as they look on in awe.

What is the Minnie & Friends Breakfast like?

This wonderful Disney breakfast was truly magical. My girls and I absolutely loved every moment. Whilst it’s truly a thrill to come across Disney character circulating outside in the Disneyland theme park itself, it’s here at the Minnie & Friends breakfast that you will be given the opportunity to spend quality time with almost every Disney pal you can think of will come to you!

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You have the opportunity to get photographs, hug, high five and generally hang out with all your Disney favourites – from the fabulous Minnie Mouse to Eeyore and even Chip and Dale, you’ll be starstruck with this very special Disneyland experience. With character after character dropping by our breakfast table to sign autographs, hug and pose for photographs, we all agreed this was one of our favourite times at Disneyland – and given how much we adored every aspect of Disneyland, that’s really saying something!

What is on the menu at a Disneyland Breakfast?

An expansive all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is laid out for all to enjoy – with lots of special Disneyland themed foods too, of course! From all your standard hot breakfast or continental breakfast regulars such as bacon and eggs, to the essential Mickey Mouse waffles, you will be well set-up and ready to hit the Park afterwards!

You can even add a Mickey ears cake to your Disney breakfast reservation if you like!

Are Disneyland breakfasts just for kids or families?

No way! Whilst Disneyland breakfast are every child’s dream, and of course Disneyland breakfasts are very popular with families,  you will also see adults of all ages, be they singles, young to elderly couples and groups of adults without a child to be seen. People of all ages love Disneyland!

How do I book a Disneyland Character Breakfast?

You will need a valid ticket for entrance into Disneyland, and so access the Plaza Inn. Reservations for the Minnie & Friends Disney characters breakfast are highly recommended, however if there is availability you can attend without a prior booking (You will need to pay for the character breakfast experience if you are a walk-in).

Any Disney fan is going to absolutely adore this special Disneyland breakfast, and it really adds further wow-factory to your special Disney California family holiday. Don’t miss the Minnie & Friends Breakfast at the Plaza Inn at Disneyland!

To book a table, or find out more about the Minnie & Friends Disneyland breakfast, go to the official Disneyland Park website here

Where to stay in Anaheim

Whilst visiting Disneyland Resort in Anaheim we stayed in the Anaheim Marriot Suites, in Garden Grove.

Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant full-service hotel is the perfect base for your Disneyland family holiday.

To book your Anaheim Marriot Suites or find out more, go to their official website here.

Read all about the three exciting California destinations we visited here!

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What is Summernats?

Summernats is known for it’s loud cars, mullets and black t-shirts – but there’s so much to this exciting Canberra car festival than just that! It’s a really fun family-friendly event that even us non-car enthusiasts can really enjoy!

Summernats is a huge annual car festival held in Canberra. It’s really popular with all kinds of car enthusiasts. Vehicles featured can be anything from souped up street cars to classic vehicles, rally cars to hot rods.

There are several car competitions held over the weekend. Competitions include presentation of vehicles such as the Show and Shine, and driving skills competitions such as the burn out competition where competitors spin their car wheels to make smoke until eventually something gives – usually the tyres!  There are car cruise parades, fireworks on Saturday night and outdoor rock concerts. This year there was an aerial stunt show several times a day over the grounds.

At Summernats you’ll also find lots of car-themed shopping, every outdoor food stall you can think of, numerous outdoor bars and several display pavilions for car products and hotted-up display cars.

It’s safe to say that although the Summernats has a high admission cost, there is lots to see and do!

Summernats 38 2026 Car Festival Canberra is coming!

One event to put in your calendars for January 2026 is the Street Machine Summernats Australian Car Festival!

Head on down to Canberra for some great rev-head fun as car-loving fans from all-over Australia converge on the National Capital for the Summernats Annual Car Festival.

Summernats 37 2025 Car Festival Canberra – the year that was

We attended on the Friday of Summernats 37 and had an absolute ball checking out the Show and Shine cars, shopping stalls, food, car displays and of course the famous burn outs!

The 2025 Festival ran from Thursday the 2nd of January to Sunday the 6th of January 2025.

Now with its conclusion, eyes turn to planning next year’s Summernats 38. From our day at Summernats this year we gained some valuable insights in how to prepare for a successful Summernats visit!

What are the Summernats 2026 Dates?

The Summernats Car Festival in the ACT will be run a little later next year, from Thursday January 8th to Sunday 11th 2026.

Is Summernats safe for kids?

When I went to Summernats as a 20-something it was all still pretty new, and it fast grew a reputation for young women flashing, drunk driving, burn outs all around the grounds and basically trashing Northbourne Avenue – Canberra’s main road in. The locals in particular were not very happy with how Summernats visitors were treating the area, and families didn’t feel it was a safe environment to take children to. But all that has changed.

Is Summernats Family Friendly now?

Yes! The ACT Government and Summernats organisers worked together to clean Summernats up and make it more attractive as a family attraction. One of the main measures was moving the date of the car festival to after New Year’s Eve instead of during, to avoid combining the two celebrations. Another was restricting the street access to temporary road-closures and a single organised city cruise at the start of the car festival. Permanent car barriers were also installed along Northbourne Avenue.

Inside the venue, safety measures were strengthened with increased security and policing. Fences and barriers now line the internal cruising roads and are speed limited to 20kph, and pedestrian access and crossings are strictly controlled. As a result, Summernats is now very safe – and family-friendly!

What can kids do at Summernats?

Kids love watching the brightly painted, loud cars cruising up and down and burning out brightly coloured smoke. There are kid-friendly give aways in the pavilions, kid-friendly food and snacks and kid-tailored merchandise like blow up swords and even show bags.

For the bigger kids and teenagers there are go-karts, and lots more. My teenager was excited to get a free big finger to wave at the burn outs and an in-person meet and greet with motorsport legend John Bowe at the Rare Spares stand.

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What should I take to Summernats?

One thing about Summernats is that it is hot-hot-hot! The weather is usually around thirty degrees, but with the all-concrete and tar surrounds it feels hotter still!

The standard Summernats uniform is appropriately shorts, t-shirts (all black usually!) and huge Mexican sombreros which are available for purchase from around $15.

Cold drinks, slushies and of course many food vendors are scattered everywhere around EPIC, but shade can be sparing. Whilst the reserved grandstands for Burn Outs is covered, the general grandstand for casual day attenders is not. Prepare for the heat.

At a minimum, here are the Summernats essentials:

1. Sunblock
2. Wide Brimmed Hat
3. Ear plugs or headphones for the kids, those sensitive to noise such as for Autism – and for everyone else for burn outs! – Tip: Rare Spares stall inside a main pavilion offered free ear plugs (and big hands!) this year.
4. A refillable water bottle – Tip: there are water refilling stations which are connected to hoses and not chilled, but numerous bars offer free water which is chilled.
5. Pram shades and fans

Prebooking is highly recommended for the following Summernats services and merchandise

One of the frustrating things for day visitors is that even attending in the early days, event entrants have basically sold out some options. Here are some services and merchandise you may like to consider booking in advance:

• Parking everyday
• Casual day tickets for the main day of Saturday
• Season Passes were unavailable by Friday
• Event T-Shirt men’s medium and large sizes were sold out by Friday morning.

How much are Summernats T-shirts?

We bought Summernats event T-Shirts for $50 each, both men’s and women’s. Men’s medium and large sizes were already sold out by Friday and also the brightly coloured bucket hats, so get those first! Also available is a large range of branded Summernats official merchandise including hoodies, caps and much more.

How much are tickets to Summernats?

Adult (17+) casual day tickets start from $85 per day.

Child/Youth (11-16) tickets start from $55 per day.

Kids 10 and under are free.

Family tickets start from $215.

Are there Concession Tickets to Summernats?

No, however accompanying Carers/NSW Companion Card companions enter free.

How much is it to park at Summernats?

Casual parking is $35 per day, however car parks can pre-book up very quickly. The ACT Government offer a park and ride service as a backup. A Tram Station is located within ten minutes walk of the venue.

Where is Summernats located?

Summernats is held at the Exhibition Park In Canberra, otherwise known as EPIC – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

Have you ever been to the Summernats, or do you plan to go? What do your kids love to do there? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at January 2025 – always check the official website for relevant, up to date information and prices.

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The Original Disneyland

Disneyland Park is the original theme park created by Walt Disney in 1955. Disney fans travel from all around the world just to visit California Disneyland – and for good reason. It’s here that some very special memories are made together. As a parent, I’ll always remember seeing the look of wonder on my girls faces as we passed through the entrance gates for the very first time – and that tingling feeling I got when I caught my first glimpse of the Disneyland Castle. It’s just…magic!

The Disneyland atmosphere is one of sheer joy and excitement. Families skip through the park together, wearing group Disneyland-trip t-shirts and matching Mickey ears. Mickey Mouse, the Disney Princesses and all the other beloved Disney Characters roam the park to hug you and your kids, and pose for photographs. This is the real Disneyland, where you can even see the light that is always left on in Walt Disney’s original apartment.

Disneyland rides are fun for the whole family

Our family made it our mission to go on as many different Disneyland rides as possible during our holiday. Over the course of several days we still didn’t come close to riding them all – but we sure had a lot of fun trying!

There are so many wonderful rides and attractions at Disneyland. They range from the very gentle rides suitable for people of all ages and abilities, right up to rocket-fast thrill rides for the daring.  Each one has it’s own Disney theme, and immerses you into it’s own special world.

From the very charming rides such as It’s A Small World, Jungle Cruise, The Enchanted Tiki Room and Mark Twain Riverboat, to the very exciting rides like Pirates Of The Caribbean, Indianna Jones Adventure and the Matterhorn Bobsleds – the sheer scale of some of these rides is mind boggling. When you emerge at the end of each ride, all you want to do is go again, and again…but there’s so much to see – and onward to the next!

Disneyland are continually expanding their ride world’s and technology – it’s here you’ll find some of the most advance virtual reality and thrill rides in the world! If you’ve visited Disneyland before, you’ll find there’s always another new attraction, and so another reason to revisit Disneyland and see what’s new!

Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at the Plaza Inn

If you only do one Disney-themed breakfast at Disneyland Resorts California, then Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at the Plaza Inn should be the one! This wonderful breakfast was truly magical, with Disney character after character visiting our table to sign autographs, pose for photographs and give you a big hug – you haven’t been hugged, until you’ve been Disney-hugged! This breakfast is the Disney-est experience you could ever imagine, and just adorable. You can read all about our Minnie & Friends Disneyland breakfast here!

Newest ride at Disneyland is Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge

One of the amazing Disneyland Park areas to explore is Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge which is incredibly themed throughout, and has its own roaming Star Wars characters to interact with – including the newest, the Mandalorian! It also runs some really unique workshop experiences, such as building your own light saber or droid! Make sure you book for a spot in one of these – we couldn’t get in on the day, as they are very popular!

There are two incredible rides to experience at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge – Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run and the brand-new Star Wars ride, Rise of the Resistance.

No time to read? Watch our video of all the fun we had riding these two amazing new Disneyland Star Wars rides!

Considered two of the most immersive ride experiences on the planet, these new Star Wars rides will have you open-mouthed at how real they actually do feel – it’s next-level entertainment that will leave you and the kids, quite simply – dumbfounded.

You can walk up for a ride on Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run and Rise of the Resistance. It’s worth the extra wait times – whatever you do, don’t miss Rise of the Resistance! It definitely lives up to all the surrounding excitement and hype!

The night time show is a don’t-miss!

In the evening, the Disneyland Castle show had us all enchanted with its colourful projections and fireworks. And of course fireworks over Sleeping Beauty’s castle is an essential part of any Disneyland Park visit. Prepare to look on with your heart in your mouth at the final fireworks, wondering just how you’re ever going to top this family holiday!

Disneyland planning tips

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Add Lightning Lane to your Disneyland tickets

Disney Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass allow you to Fast Pass queue hop, and Lightning Lane Multi Pass also includes an unlimited Disney Photopass to download all of your Disney ride photos taken throughout the day.

Download the Disney Apps

In preparation for your days at Disney Resort, download the Disney Resort App and the Play Disney Parks App.

The Disney Resort App is essential to make the most of your Disney days. Us this app for virtual entry tickets, Max Pass, live navigational maps, to find out ride wait times, event information and even where Disney characters are going to appear! Your photo pass ride photos can also be loaded into your app as you make your way around the parks.

In the USA or Japan, you can also use the Disney Parks App to purchase park tickets.

The Disney Play App comes in very handy if you are waiting in line for a ride, as families can use it to play Disney games together! It’s a lot of fun.

Where to stay when visiting California Disneyland Resort

Disneyland is located around 45 minutes drive from LAX in the city of Anaheim.

As any trip to Disneyland requires several days to enjoy the full experience, it’s important to stay in Anaheim for this part of your California trip. Otherwise, you’re going to find yourself spending a lot of precious holiday time commuting in LA traffic (Uber journeys from Hollywood to Disneyland cost around $80 at the time of writing this article, and can take around an hour). Therefore, it makes good sense to book your stay in an Anaheim hotel – particularly one located in the Disneyland neighbourhood.

Whilst in Anaheim we stayed in the Anaheim Marriot Suites, in Garden Grove. Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant full-service hotel is the perfect base for any Disneyland family holiday.

Book your stay here, or read our review of the Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel here.

Disneyland lives up to its reputation of The Happiest Place On Earth

Three weeks following our Disneyland days, and on the last day of our California trip, I gave my children the opportunity to choose wherever they would like to visit in the Los Angeles or Anaheim area before we returned to Australia. They chose to return to Disneyland.

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Read all about the three exciting California destinations we visited in one trip here!

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Stuck for ideas on what to do these Summer school holidays? Don’t worry, we’ve been checking out the best new family-friendly movies you’ll all love, and a brilliant new show!

As always, I’m targeting movies and shows mums and dads will really enjoy too, rather than sit there bored!

Here are my top Summer School holidays movies…

1. – National Cinemas – WICKED Movie

WICKED Movie Review

A massive movie-hit around Australia and the world, we were privileged to attend the Sydney Premiere of WICKED the movie – and haven’t stopped singing yet!

Which is the best family movie to see these Christmas school holidays?

Released by Universal Pictures, this gorgeous Wizard of Oz timeline movie was masterfully directed by Jon M Chu and has already amassed over 500 million US dollars at the box office. But what you need to know is that school age kids up will be enchanted by this great story of the unlikely, charming friendship of two witches – Glinda & Elphaba. I love the moments of comedy and light-heartedness of the story. If you’ve seen the theatre show like us, we think you’ll love this adaptation too. Don’t forget to wear baby pink if you are team Glinda, and Emerald green if you are team Elphaba! WICKED is a great movie all around, and a must see whilst it’s still in cinemas so that you can soak up the vibe of all the other fans having fun getting in to it. If you’ve already seen WICKED, why not go again? There are even sing-along versions playing in many cinemas now!

Where can I watch the WICKED movie?

WICKED is only in cinemas these Christmas School Holidays.

When does the WICKED movie stop showing in cinemas?

The WICKED movie premiered in November 2024, and it’s now available to watch on streaming services. Wicked sing-a-long versions are expected to continue showing in cinemas well into 2025.

Watch our WICKED Sydney Premiere experience YouTube video here.

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What ages is WICKED the movie suitable for?

The general consensus age to watch Wicked the Movie is 6 and up – with parental guidance. Most of the film is light-hearted and fun, however especially towards the end it does get a little scary and dark.

See our Instagram post of our experience at the Sydney WICKED Premiere here

Thanks to Universal Pictures for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of WICKED.

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2. – Canberra Dendy Imax & national cinemas – MUFASA

We were excited to be invited to the VIP Opening of Canberra Dendy’s brand-new IMAX cinema theatre. This truly immersive luxury theatre has set new standards in just how good a cinema experience can be. On the night we enjoyed watching the Premiere screening of Disney’s new MUFASA: The Lion King movie.

Disney’s MUFASA: The Lion King Movie Review

MUFASA is Disney’s new musical movie. The prequel tale to the smash-hit Disney movie THE LION KING, in MUFASA we learn the story of Mufasa, Simba’s father. The tale follows Mufasa as a small cub, separated from his parents. Mufasa is saved by his new lion cub friend Taka, and other extraordinary characters who join together as a band of misfits. They embark upon an adventure across the pride lands, testing their bravery and friendship before Mufasa’s reign as Lion King. MUFASA takes what we know of animated movies and turns it on it’s head, taking it to a whole new level. The production quality is incredibly close to life like, and it’s very easy to become invested in this charming new Disney movie, especially viewing it on Dendy Canberra’s huge new IMAX laser screen.

Where can I watch the MUFASA movie?

The MUFASA movie is exclusively showing in cinemas these Christmas School Holidays.

When does the MUFASA movie come to Disney+?

The MUFASA movie is expected to be available for home purchase around February, and be able to be streamed on Disney Plus around March 2025.

What ages is MUFASA the movie suitable for?

The general consensus age to watch Disney’s MUFASA movie is 6 and up with parental guidance, or 9 and up is okay – this is due to scary scenes and violence (violent storms, lion stalking and fights). More on age appropriate guides at the children and media org here.

See our Instagram reel of our MUFASA Premiere night at Dendy Canberra here

Thanks to Dendy Canberra for inviting us to attend their opening night of their new IMAX to watch the MUFASA Premiere.

3. – National Cinemas – MAGIC BEACH the movie

MAGIC BEACH Movie Review

Alison Lester’s beloved children’s book MAGIC BEACH has been read to – and by – generations of Australians – and it’s now been transformed into a magical animated movie!

With book sales of over half a million copies, the MAGIC BEACH illustrated story book has been an Australian favourite for over 30 years. The MAGIC BEACH movie is sure to be a Summer school holidays hit! We absolutely adored it!

The MAGIC BEACH movie is a mix of live action and animation, and tells the charming childhood story of an enchanted seaside world where anything is possible. This timeless tale is brought to the big screen by Madman Entertainment, and is directed by Robert Connolly of Paper Planes and The Dry.

Special Event MAGIC BEACH Preview Screenings with Alison Lester!

There will be MAGIC BEACH preview screenings in Sydney with the author Alison Lester and director Robert Connolly (Paper Planes, The Dry) meet and greets and hear them introduce the movie (how exciting!) on Saturday January the 11th of January at the Ritz Cinemas and the Cremorne Orpheum.

Where can I watch the MAGIC BEACH movie?

MAGIC BEACH will come out in Australian cinemas from January 16, 2025 nationwide. You can watch the MAGIC BEACH movie trailer here.

What ages is MAGIC BEACH the movie suitable for?

The MAGIC BEACH movie is suitable for all ages, but especially suited for preschoolers to school age children.

Thanks to Madman & Arena Entertainment for inviting us to attend the Sydney special advance screening of Magic Beach with author Alison Lester and Director Robert Connolly.

4. – National cinemas – DRAGONKEEPER Movie

DRAGONKEEPER Movie Review

Calling all dragon lovers! The DRAGONKEEPER movie is a new animated film based on the multi award winning children’s DRAGONKEEPER series, showing only in cinemas these school summer holidays from January 16, 2025.

Kids can revel in letting their dragon imagination fly free with this exciting new movie from Umbrella Entertainment! DRAGONKEEPER is an adventurous dragon tale set in ancient China. Follow the story of Ping as she fights to protect a rare and precious Dragon Egg to save dragons from the brink of extinction and fulfil her destiny. This family-friendly movie sends a strong message, highlighting empowerment for young girls everywhere. Starring Bill Nighy (of Pirates of the Caribbean and Love Actually), Mayalinee Griffith and Bill Bailey (of Hot Fuzz and Black Books), DRAGONKEEPER is sure to be a Summer holiday hit – we loved it!

Where can I watch the DRAGONKEEPER movie?

DRAGONKEEPER releases in Australian cinemas from January 16, 2025 nationwide. You can watch the DRAGONKEEPER movie trailer here.

What ages is DRAGONKEEPER the movie suitable for?

The DRAGONKEEPER movie is suitable for school age children.

Thanks to Umbrella Entertainment for sending us tickets to DRAGONKEEPER.

Plus 2 special events in Sydney and Canberra…

Sydney Capitol Theatre – Jesus Christ Superstar

Sydney – the people have spoken! We were excited to be invited to the Opening Night of the Australian Premiere of Jesus Christ Superstar What an amazing show this is! Powerful rock-star performances filled with more than a touch of glitz and glam.

This thrilling musical features one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus, musical theatre star Javon King as Judas and the incredible Mahalia Barnes, as Mary. Fabulous comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye plays Herod and theatrical star Peter Murphy plays Pilate. What a lineup!

With lyrics and music by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, it’s no wonder JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a smash hit everywhere it goes. The show continues to travel Australia, so check for dates in your city following Sydney.

This is one for your musical-loving kids and teenagers. A very special school holidays family treat for Sydneysiders. It’s gone after January, so don’t miss it!

What ages is Jesus Christ Superstar suitable for?

The official recommended age to watch Jesus Christ Superstar is 10 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar?

Ticket prices for Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney start from $69.90 each.

What dates is Jesus Christ Superstar playing?

Jesus Christ Superstar is playing now and throughout the Christmas school holidays right up until January 26, 2025.

Where can I buy tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney and find out more information at the Jesus Christ Superstar Australia official website here

Where is Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney playing?

Jesus Christ Superstar is now playing at the Capitol Theatre located at 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney City, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our night at the Opening Night of Jesus Christ Superstar here

Thanks to the Producers of Jesus Christ Superstar for inviting us to attend the Australian Premiere Opening Night.

Sydney Weekender – Visit Canberra to see Pompeii

Grab the family and book that flight or hit the road to visit our national capital city of Canberra, because there is a very special exhibition on right now at the National Museum of Australia.

Brace yourself for a full-on volcanic eruption at the National Museum of Australia and go and see “Pompeii – Inside a Lost City”.

We were very excited to be invited to the Opening Night of “Pompeii – Inside a Lost City”. This exhibition is an incredibly immersive, fascinating look at Pompeii – it’s times, it’s artefacts, architecture and people – and ultimately, it’s tragic end.

What ages is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City Exhibition suitable for?

Pompeii – Inside a Lost City is suitable for all ages, however note that every 15 minutes the area darkens and a loud simulation of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius occurs.

What dates is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City on?

“Pompeii – Inside a Lost City” is on now until 4th May 25, exclusive to the National Museum of Australia in Canberra.

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How much are tickets to see the Pompeii – Inside a Lost City Exhibition?

Adults $25, Children 5-16 12.50, Concession $20. Family $62.50. Children 4 and under go free.

Where is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City on?

Pompeii – Inside a Lost City is showing exclusively at the National Museum of Australia,  Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at Pompeii in Canberra here

Thanks to the National Gallery of Australia for inviting us to the Opening Night of Pompeii.

Have you attended any of these shows or movies, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at December 2024 -January 2025 – movie and show information may vary accordingly – always check the official websites for relevant, up to date information and prices.

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Stuck for ideas on how to spend some quality time with the kids (and get them off their iPads and Play Stations) these September School Holidays? We’ve got you!

We’ve been busy previewing the hottest Sydney shows & movies to see during these school holidays to keep the entire family entertained!

Best of all, it’s not just the kids and teens who are going to love seeing them – mums and dads are going to enjoy each and every one of these shows and movies too.

Without further ado, here are my top-5 family-friendly Sydney September School holidays shows & cinema…

1. – Sydney Opera House – Sunset Boulevard

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard had my family spell-bound.

Going to see Sunset Boulevard is not only the opportunity to give your family the unforgettable experience of watching a show at the Sydney Opera House, but also to witness the Opera & Musical super star Sarah Brightman perform in real life!

This kind of musical masterpiece doesn’t happen in Sydney every day, and it’s now playing at the Sydney Opera House. Grab the family and go see it these school holidays – before it’s gone!

What ages is Sunset Boulevard suitable for?

The official minimum recommended age to watch Sunset Boulevard the Musical is 12 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Sunset Boulevard?

Ticket prices for Sunset Boulevard in Sydney start from $52 each for seats in the Stalls.

When is Sunset Boulevard on?

Sunset Boulevard is playing throughout the September school holidays right up until November 1, 2024.

Where can I buy tickets to Sunset Boulevard?

You can get tickets to Sunset Boulevard at the Opera House and find out more information at the official website here

Where is Sydney Sunset Boulevard playing?

Sunset Boulevard is currently playing at The Sydney Opera House, located right on the edge of the Sydney Harbour at Circular Quay in Sydney city, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our opening night at Sunset Boulevard here

Thanks to Opera Australia and GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend the Sunset Boulevard Opening Night.

2. – Sydney Lyric Theatre – Hamilton, Australia

Join the Revolution and see HAMILTON the Musical, playing in Sydney for a limited time!

I had heard about HAMILTON for years but had never seen it, so when we received an invitation, you better believe I leapt at it with both hands – and what a show it is!

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of USA Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honour, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation.

I love how HAMILTON is set to a score which blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway effortlessly. It’s a modern take which at first is all so unexpected and yet it works so well, fuelling what is a very exciting tale of events that shaped history!

What ages is Hamilton the Musical suitable for?

The recommended age to watch Hamilton the musical is 8+. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney?

Ticket prices for Hamilton in Sydney start from $75 each.

When is Hamilton the Musical on?

Hamilton is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until January 5, 2025. It’s final season in Sydney!

Where can I buy tickets to Hamilton in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney and find out more information at the Hamilton Australia official website here

Where is Hamilton in Sydney playing?

Hamilton is now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre inside The Star Casino, located at 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Hamilton here

Thanks to GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend Hamilton Australia.

3. – Sydney Capitol Theatre – Sister Act

Sister Act is such a fun musical to enjoy with the family! The amazing Casey Donovan stars in this Divine Musical Comedy, now playing in Sydney.

Bursting with life, colour and song, Sister Act will have your kids joyfully wriggling along to the music in their seats!

Based on the smash-hit movie, this is a great feel-good show. Grab the kids and go and enjoy the Sister Act musical together.

What ages is Sister Act suitable for?

The official recommended age to watch Sister Act the musical is 10 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Sister Act the Musical?

Ticket prices for Sister Act in Sydney start from $69.90 each.

When is Sister Act on?

Sister Act is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until October 26, 2024.

Where can I buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney and find out more information at the Sister Act Australia official website here

Where is Sister Act in Sydney playing?

Sister Act is now playing at the Capitol Theatre located at 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney City, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

Which hotel is close to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney?

The Kimpton Margot Sydney is five minutes walk to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney and are the official partner hotel of Sister Act.

See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Sister Act here

Thanks to the Producers of Sister Act for inviting us to attend an exclusive special preview.

4. – National cinemas – THE WILD ROBOT movie review

If you see just one family movie these approaching September school holidays, make it this one!

Which is the best family movie to see these school holidays?

From the makers of the beloved How to Train Your Dragon, THE WILD ROBOT is a gorgeous new adaptation of Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller of the same name, and the film stars Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor.
THE WILD ROBOT is a truly gorgeous school holidays movie choice. My family loved it – it had us all completely invested the whole way through – and best of all this charming all-ages movie will suit everyone in the family!

Where can I watch THE WILD ROBOT movie?

THE WILD ROBOT is only in cinemas these September School Holidays.

See our Instagram post of our experience at THE WILD ROBOT Premiere here

Thanks to Universal Pictures for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of THE WILD ROBOT.

5. – National cinemas – Alien: Romulus movie review

In space no one can hear you scream…but you know where they can hear you scream? The movies. That’s where they can hear you scream.

Which is the best teen movie to see these school holidays?

Alien: Romulus – it’s terrifyingly good!

We were thrilled to be invited to the Sydney movie premiere of Alien Romulus. As soon as it finished my teenage daughters and I wanted to watch it again immediately because it’s so good!

Alien Romulus is well-worth watching and a great activity to enjoy with your older kids these school holidays  – but get ready to scream!

Where can I watch Alien: Romulus?

Alien: Romulus is now showing in cinemas nationally.

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Alien: Romulus movie Premiere in Sydney here

Thanks to 20th Century Studios & the Walt Disney Company for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of Alien: Romulus.

Honourable mention – Road Trip to Canberra to see Chicago & Floriade 2024!

It really would be a crime to miss Chicago the Musical – on now at the Canberra Theatre until September 29, 2024.

Make a weekend of it and book a stay at the Ovolo Nishi Hotel, the official partner hotel of Chicago in Canberra. Then you’ll also have time to visit Australia’s biggest spring celebration, Floriade 2024!

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Chicago Premiere in Canberra here

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Floriade media preview in Canberra here

Thanks to the Canberra Theatre & Ovolo Nishi for inviting us to the Opening Night festivities of Chicago.

Thanks to the ACT Government for inviting us to the Floriade Media preview.

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All information is correct as at September 2024 – theatre & movie prices may vary accordingly – always check the official websites for relevant, up to date information and prices.

The Let’s Go Mum Family were invited guests to all of the above shows and movies. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.

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As any trip to Disneyland requires several days to enjoy the full experience, it’s important to book an Anaheim hotel for this part of your trip. We found the Anaheim Marriot Suites, Garden Grove hotel to be a fantastic Disneyland holiday accommodation choice.

Where to stay in Anaheim

Located only minutes from the Disneyland Resort attractions, this elegant full-service hotel is the perfect base for any Disneyland and Anaheim family holiday.

Our family suite

Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel features generously-sized family suites.

Ours comprised of a bedroom with two queen beds and a large flatscreen TV, a lounge with another large Flatscreen TV, a connecting office area. There is a bathroom off the bedroom with a hand basin area and a shower room with a shower over a full-sized bath tub.

Separate bedrooms means you can easily get the kids settled and off to sleep, whilst you relax and unwind with the big flat screen TV in the living room. Just perfect after long, excitement-filled days spent at nearby Disneyland Resorts!

No time to read? Watch our Anaheim Marriot Suites tour

Here’s a short YouTube video showing a walk through of our family suite, plus a look at the Anaheim Marriott pool and breakfast buffet in the dining room.

Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel facilities

The Anaheim Marriot Suites have a host of hotel facilities for guests to use and enjoy.

There’s an excellent hotel restaurant on-site for a full hot breakfast in the morning to fuel the family up for a big day at Disney Parks.

Also on site you’ll find a gym & fitness centre, a well-stocked gift shop and a Starbucks coffee shop in the foyer.

A resort swimming pool and hot tub

The resort style swimming pool and spa is a beautiful hotel feature. This large and stylish pool is lined with reclining lounges, and makes for the perfect spot to relax and rest those Disney-weary feet at the end of the day!

Local shops and restaurants

There are plenty of local services surrounding the hotel, with a large Target department store situated directly across the road and open until late, and an Outback Steakhouse restaurant next door.

The Anaheim Marriot Suites at Garden Grove, Anaheim is an excellent Disneyland hotel choice. You can find out more or book your Anaheim Marriot Suites hotel stay at Tripadvisor here.

For more information on the Marriott Suites hotel, go to their official website here.

If you enjoyed reading this article, or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to comment below!

Read all about the three exciting California destinations, including Anaheim and Disneyland, that we visited in 2020 here!

This article is meant to inspire travel to California once it is safe to do to. The attractions and experiences featured in this article may be temporarily unavailable due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please consult official travel resources and individual businesses to confirm future plans.

The Let’s Go Mum family partnered with Visit California and their supporting partners for this trip.  As always, all opinions are our own.

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A visit to Orlando wouldn’t be complete without visiting Universal Orlando Resort’s two amazing theme parks – Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida!

Each theme park has an incredible range of fantastic rides and attractions to choose from. But you may be wondering – how do I buy tickets for Universal Orlando Resort from Australia? The answer is easy – just buy your tickets online with Klook!

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What are the best rides at Universal Orlando Resort?

There are so many amazing rides and attractions at both of Florida’s Universal theme parks. We spent one day in each of the two major Universal Orlando Resort theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, and found that there are some truly incredible experiences to be had there!

What are the best rides at Universal Studios Florida theme park?

Here is a list of the best rides at Universal Studios Florida – and why we think that they shouldn’t be missed during your Orlando Universal visit.

1. Revenge of the Mummy – we’ve been lucky enough to do several versions of this very ride around the world, but this is the only one that combines all the others AND has a brilliant add-on section where you feel like you are being plunged into the very depths of Hell – the best Mummy ride ever!

2. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – this confronting roller coaster is full on, from the dizzy climb upwards to its highest point to what comes afterwards – screaming speeds of over 100km per hour combined with drops, loops and twists! If you like mad speeds and g-forces, then you’re going to absolutely love the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – get ready for a crazy ride!

3. Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts – this fantastically themed ride will have you hooked from the moment you step into the queue with its Gringotts bank interior and life-like animatronic goblins. But don’t get too charmed – the ride itself packs a real punch and is full of Hogwarts’ sworn enemies and villains! Lots of fun.

4. E.T. Adventure – walk through the deep dark woods where you queue to climb aboard your bicycle (actually a much more accommodating seat) and soar through the night skies for some gorgeous E.T. movie nostalgia – as the bad guys chase you of course! E.T. takes you on a magical journey through the sky to his home planet, full of cute little critters. Let’s face it – E.T. just never gets old! It was a delight to find this ride tucked away in a corner at Universal Studios Florida – we all loved it.

Other rides we did at Universal Studios Florida…

Men in Black Alien Attack -we loved this shoot-em-up ride – it’s most similar to Toy Story Midway Mania but even more exciting because you’re in a city, it’s dark and you’re hunting Aliens – lots of fun.

The Simpsons Ride – a fun motion simulator ride where you all sit in a car that moves with a screen in front of you. Immersive Simpsons fun.

Race through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon – being Australian I didn’t really know much about Jimmy, but racing through New York in this 3D motion simulator theatre experience was actually way more fun than I expected!

Fast & Furious – Supercharged – if you’ve been on the Studio Tour at Universal Hollywood Studios, skip it because it’s pretty much the same. If you haven’t, this is a climb-aboard big bus surrounded by massive screens and the bus moves. Honestly, I regarded it as a very long queue for a ride that wasn’t as new and exciting as I had hoped for, but there were some nice Fast and Furious car models parked in the queue to look at. One for the movie franchise and car enthusiasts.

What are the best rides at Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park?

Here is a list of the best rides at Islands of Adventure – and why we think that they shouldn’t be missed during your Orlando Universal visit.

1. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – without a doubt this ride knocked all the other rides out of the park for both theming and excitement. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is a rocket-fast twisty and turn-y rollercoaster where you are sat astride a motorbike. You could just tell that everyone aboard was having a ball! The only drawback was what felt like the slowest ride queue ever at over two-hours, and the fact that because of it we ran out of time and missed the Jurassic World Velocicoaster (which we heard was also amazing). Darn – maybe next time!

2. The Incredible Hulk Coaster – a really fun roller coaster that was a lot – but not too much! From start to finish this is a great ride that we all really enjoyed.

3. The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman – this was a really fun ride that felt a lot like the Transformers: The ride 3d. Very jerky and sporadic, but great theming and good fun!

4. Dr Doom’s Fearfall – a quite short but awesome ride that we were expecting to fall, so it got us by surprise when it suddenly sent us up to the heavens at top speed – we loved it though!

Other rides we did at Islands of Adventure…

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls – quite a fun flume ride with a big water plunge at the end.

Skull Island – Reign of Kong – see Fast & Furious – Supercharged. The same ride experience as the studios tour, just with the addition of a large animatronic head.

The High In The Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride! – this charming ride takes you on a meandering trip over the top of Suess Landing. Super cute and fun, this is a gorgeous family ride.

The Cat in the Hat Ride  – a cute and colourful ride. A little boring for adults and older kids, which makes it perfect for very small children and fans of Cat in the Hat.

Where can I buy Universal Orlando Resort Tickets in Australia?

The best way to buy Universal Studios Florida tickets is by using Klook, an official ticket reseller. Klook sell discounted Universal Orlando Resort tickets.

Universal Orlando Resort tickets can be bought via the Klook app or on the Klook website in minutes no matter where you are in the world.

How do I use my Klook tickets at Universal Orlando Resort?

Once purchased you always have your tickets on your phone, located digitally on the Klook app, and it’s a simple scan-in process at the Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure theme park entrances. Be sure to have photo id such as your passport with you for each ticket. Buying tickets on Klook is also a time-saver, because you can skip the long queue to buy tickets at the gate!

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Can I cancel my Klook tickets if I change my mind?

Yes, these tickets are fully refundable (Provided they aren’t expired or have been partially used).

How do you skip the long ticket queues?

Your digital tickets will always be with you if you to download the Klook app – under Account – Bookings you’ll find every Klook attraction ticket you’ve purchased! Simply click on “View Voucher” to access your scannable QR bar code – and you can add them to your Apple Wallet too!

As long as you have your phone with you, you have your entry tickets to every attraction you’ve bought tickets to on Klook – and that’s peace of mind!

Can you do the Universal Orlando Resort parks in one day?

Yes. You can do each Universal Orlando Resort park in one day. I must admit that here is a lot to see and do, plus queueing takes up a lot of time. You may end up missing a ride or two, so two days are better than one!

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Visit the fantastic Universal Orlando Resort theme parks during your USA family vacation to have a whole lot of fun and make some amazing family holiday memories together. You won’t regret it!

You can visit the official Universal Studios Orlando website here for more information.

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It may seem a little overwhelming to book a California theme park holiday from Australia at first. Flights, hotels, transport – getting everything to coordinate is a really big job! Luckily organising attractions is the easy part. I just book everything on Klook!

I bought our tickets for our most recent trip to Universal Studios Hollywood on Klook because it’s super simple – and cheap!

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What is at Universal Studios Hollywood?

Universal Studios Hollywood is a famous attraction and theme park in Hollywood, Los Angeles, first opened in 1964.

Home of the real Universal Studios Hollywood film lot, this large LA attraction is spread over two main levels – the Lower Lot and Upper Lot.

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Universal Studios Hollywood is a major theme park attraction and has inspired numerous other Universal Studios parks around the world. But no other can have the history and working movie lot sets like Universal Studios Hollywood does – it’s the original and the best!

Is Universal Studios Hollywood worth it?

Yes, it’s absolutely worth visiting Universal Studios Hollywood!

Universal Studios Hollywood is one of the most visited places in Los Angeles. It’s an essential California theme park which is popular with both tourists and locals – because there is so much to experience there!

The World-Famous Studio Tour is incredible – an absolute don’t miss. There’s lots of incredible rides, themed restaurants and fun character meet-and-greet opportunities throughout its several world-class themed areas.

During your day you can explore exciting lands such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Simpson’s town of Springfield, Minion Land, Jurassic World, Transformers Metrobase and the new Super Nintendo World – one of only two in the world!

All of this and more make a trip to the Universal Studios Hollywood a very special experience that shouldn’t be missed!

What’s new at Universal Studios Hollywood?

New at Universal Studios Hollywood – Super Nintendo World!

The brand-new Super Nintendo World themed land is now open at Universal Studios Hollywood! This exciting new world is full of fun, and is home to the amazing new ride Mario Kart. You can buy a wristband to collect coins and there are various fun challenges to try.

Super popular to boot, you’ll need to reserve a time to visit Super Nintendo World first thing in the morning – or you can just purchase a Klook Universal Express Pass which gives you access once at anytime during the day! If you don’t have a Universal Express pass, make sure you reserve your spot as soon as possible in the morning, as it books up fast on busy days!

What are the best rides at Universal Studios?

Here is a list of the best rides at Universal Studios Hollywood – and why we think that they shouldn’t be missed during your Universal Studios Hollywood visit.

Note – for this list I’m not counting the The World-Famous Studio Tour, although strictly speaking it is a ride – with two rides within it – King Kong 360 3D, and the Fast and the Furious – Supercharged. The World-Famous Studio Tour is an absolute essential ride to do during your visit.

1. Jurassic World – The Ride – a fascinating, slow but eventually thrilling boat ride through Jurassic World. There are dinosaurs galore, some of them get very threatening, but it’s all good fun. With its massive tank effects near the start and high flume-style drop, we think this Universal Studios Hollywood version is one of the best Jurassic boat rides in the world. Prepare to get a little wet!
2. Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge – like stepping into a real-live video game, put on high tech goggles to fully immerse into this kart race. With no express pass option, this new and popular ride may have it’s eager fans waiting in line for around two hours – a testament to how fun it is!
3. Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride – high velocity thrills, fire and scares in a dark ride rollercoaster with sudden starts and stops – this Universal Studios Hollywood version is unique, in that it sends you through a scary volley of Mummy monsters – then puts you through it all again in reverse! Great fun.
4. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey – enter through Hogwarts castle to board your carriage. This is a beautiful flying experience with some scary bits thanks to the Dementors and Whomping Willow – mostly this a lovely nostalgic experience as you watch the beloved Harry Potter characters brought to life once more.
5. TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D – a really fun ride, but be prepared for lots of stops, starts and sudden movements! Climb aboard and hang on as you avoid getting pulverized by fighting Autobots from the planet Cybertron. A top ride experience.

Other great rides at Universal Studios include:

• Despicable Me Minion Mayhem – indoor theatre-type little kids friendly ride
• Flight of the Hippogriff™ – medium thrills roller coaster – kid friendly
• Silly Swirly Fun Ride – rotating carriage ride – kid friendly
• The Secret Life of Pets: Off The Leash – a charming and fun slow track ride – little kids friendly
• The Simpsons Ride™ – theatre type experience with 3D screen – little kids friendly

Where can I buy Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets in Australia?

The best way to buy Universal Studios Hollywood tickets is using Klook, an official ticket reseller. Klook sell discounted Universal Studios Hollywood tickets.

Universal Studios Hollywood tickets can be bought via the Klook app or on the Klook website in mere minutes no matter where you are in the world.

How do I use my Klook tickets at Universal Studios Hollywood?

Once purchased you always have your tickets on your phone, digitally on the Klook app and it’s a simple scan-in process at the Universal Studios Hollywood entrance where you will be issued with your Universal Express tickets. Be sure to have photo id such as your passport with you for each ticket. Buying tickets on Klook is also a time-saver, because you can skip the long queue to buy tickets at the gate!

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Which Universal Studios Hollywood tickets should I choose?

 2-Day Admission “Buy A Day, Get A 2nd Day Free”

(Non US residents tickets) This great deal gets you two full days to go wild at Universal Studios Hollywood!

Universal Express 

(Non US residents tickets) A fast pass ticket to skip the ride lines! I highly recommend this choice if you only have one day to visit, because queueing for rides can be time consuming. This choice gives you an admission ticket and an express pass which you can use one time for each of the listed rides. (Does not include Mario Kart)

VIP Experience

A very exciting package of admission plus a tour guide, an unlimited ride express pass, valet parking with VIP entry, access to an exclusive VIP lounge with breakfast and a gourmet meal in a private VIP dining room plus exclusive Backlot Access during the a special studio tour where you even get to get out to explore (the normal studio tour doesn’t allow this).

Hollywood Plus Pass-3 Attractions Non Peak and Peak

These two choices offer admission to Universal Studios Hollywood plus you can choose from two other exciting LA attractions. Check the list for a full list of attractions and the peak and off-peak dates which affect pricing.

Can I cancel my Klook tickets if I change my mind?

Yes, these tickets are fully refundable (Provided they aren’t expired or have been partially used).

How do you skip the long Universal Studios Hollywood ticket queues?

Your digital tickets will always be with you if you to download the Klook app – under Account – Bookings you’ll find every Klook attraction ticket you’ve purchased! Simply click on “View Voucher” to access your scannable QR bar code – and you can add them to your Apple Wallet too!

As long as you have your phone with you, you have your entry tickets to every attraction you’ve bought tickets to on Klook – and that’s peace of mind!

Does Universal Studios Hollywood have ride Express Passes?

Yes, just buy the Universal Express Klook ticket for both admission and an express pass that will get you to the front of the line for each ride once (excepting Mario Kart which has no express lane)

Is it worth buying a Universal Studios Hollywood Express Pass?

Yes. Time is precious when you only have a limited time at the big California theme parks. You’re there for a good time, not a long time and you don’t want to spend hours waiting in ride queues if you don’t have to. So it makes good sense to purchase the express ride option and save queueing time. That way you’ll have more free time to do the other rides or see shows that you wouldn’t want to otherwise miss!

Download the Universal Japan App

In preparation for your days at Universal Studios Hollywood, download the Universal Studios Hollywood App before you go at the App Store or Google Play.

The Universal Studios Hollywood App is useful to make the most of your visit. You can set a tailored itinerary for the day, check ride wait times, event times and there’s a navigation map feature that guides you around the park to rides, shows, attractions and more.

How many days do you need at Universal Studios Hollywood?

One day is usually enough. You need at least one full day to explore the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park.

An express pass is definitely an advantage to save time in the park, or alternatively two days without an express pass is a more comfortable time period to explore Universal Studios Hollywood thoroughly and enjoy all it has to offer.

Can you do Universal Studios Hollywood in one day?

Yes. You can do Universal Studios Hollywood in one day with a Universal Express pass if you want to do all the main rides and attractions, or without a Universal Express pass if you would like to do most of the main rides and attractions.

Universal Studios Hollywood meals and snacks

You won’t go hungry – or thirsty for that matter – at Universal Studios Hollywood thanks to a plethora of themed restaurants, cafes, bars and snack outlets!

Churros, donuts, pretzels – all the classic theme park snacks are here. There are lots of really fun themed snacks to try, like this gigantic Lard Lad Donut we found in Springfield!

Even if you don’t eat it’s fun just to pop into the Kwik E Mart and Moes Tavern in Springfield for a look – or a Duff Beer! Moe and also the Love Tester machine is in Moe’s Tavern, just like in the Simpsons TV series. We all had a turn of course – ahem, I’m a Casanova, just for the record!

We loved eating lunch at the restaurant in Jurassic World where the meals look like they’ve been dragged out of a dino-swamp, but actually taste great! There was a cocktail bar outside serving some amazing looking themed drinks too.

Super Nintendo World has a restaurant all of its own – the Toadstool Cafe is so popular we weren’t even able to take a look inside, as it was booked out the day we visited.

Be sure to book the Toadstool Cafe early in the day if it’s busy and you want to eat there. But don’t worry if you don’t get in, because there are many more eateries all around the park to choose from!

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Don’t miss out on this essential California theme park holiday attraction

Visit the fantastic Universal Studios Hollywood theme park during your USA family vacation to have a whole lot of fun and make some amazing family holiday memories together. You won’t regret it!

You can visit the official Universal Studios Hollywood website here for more information.

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