Things to Do in Anaheim
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME IN SoCAL!
Soak up the Southern California vibes in action-packed Anaheim! Home to some of the most notable theme parks, the television and movie industry’s home base, where thousands of musicians have gotten their big break, and Pacific Coast Highway where you feel like you can touch the sea from your car seat, California offers something for each traveler and family who visits. She truly is the epitome of “From the mountains to the sea!”
Things to do in the area
Hit the Theme Parks: Fun for the Whole Family!
The Anaheim Convention Center is just minutes away from the happiest place on Earth, Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, and Downtown Disney! Pack your Mickey and Minnie ears and get ready for a stroll from Main Street, USA, all the way to infinity and beyond! Discover sweet treats, character meet-and-greets, and take home magical souvenirs sprinkled with a touch of pixie dust. Check out the NEW experiences in the Happiest Place on Earth like Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Bayou Country, a revamp of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and countless dining options!
Click here to purchase specially-priced Disneyland® Resort Theme Park tickets!
The Ticket Store will open on Wednesday, May 7.
These special ticket prices are not available once you arrive at the Resort. Our ticket store closes at 9:00 PM PST on Monday, Oct 27, 2025. Don’t delay! Prices are subject to change without notice.
These specially priced tickets are for sale only to individuals attending the event for use only by event attendees and their travel party during their stay. Each event attendee (with a registration confirmation) may purchase up to six (6) tickets from this ticket store. Disney reserves the right to contact the ticket purchaser to request that the ticket purchaser provide their event registration confirmation. If it is discovered that the ticket purchaser is not participating in or attending the event, it will be considered a violation of the ticket store terms and conditions, and the ticket(s) will be de-activated and will not be eligible for a refund. To enter a theme park, Guests (ages 3 and older) need both valid admission and a theme park reservation for the same day and same park they want to visit. Park reservations are limited in number; subject to the availability of park reservations allocated to park tickets as determined by Disney, and theme park capacity; and are not guaranteed. Additional restrictions apply.
Family fun doesn’t end there! Just minutes away, at Knott’s Berry Farm, you can meet Snoopy and friends, ride the Calico railway into an old western town, and take off on thrilling roller coasters! Knott’s is an awesome alternative to Disney with action-packed adventures on a more affordable budget.
Visit Downtown Anaheim
A vibrant area of the city, Downtown Anaheim is a cultural center featuring unique shopping and dining experiences. Center Street Promenade features artists, California-style cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and thrift stores. The Farmer’s Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables as well as hand-made jewelry and soaps every Thursday morning.
The Anaheim Packing House in the Packing District was once an orange processing plant. Today, it boasts a food hall and some of the area’s up-and-coming culinary legends. It’s a great spot to grab lunch while exploring hand-made gifts.
A Sip of the Southwest: Craft Beer & Breweries
Did you know? Anaheim is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic craft beer scenes in the US, with more breweries than any other in Orange County, CA. Build your own pub tour! Better yet, Visit Anaheim is offering a new Brew Pass including savings on some of the best ones in town!
Go Full-Swing! Catch a Game
Anaheim, CA, is home to the Anaheim Ducks hockey team and Angels Baseball team!
By the time we are in California, the hockey season will have just begun! Take this opportunity to experience a new arena, enjoy the fan experiences, and sit back while the players zoom across the ice.
If we are lucky, the Angels will be well into the MLB Playoffs! Catch a high-energy outdoor game in SoCal amidst the energy of the fans.
Surf’s Up: Hit the Coast via PCH
The Pacific Coast Highway has been dubbed one of the country’s most scenic drives, connecting Seattle, WA, to San Diego, CA. You can take a road trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco, or head south to pop over the border for authentic tacos in Mexico.