Disneyland

theme parks · Walt Disney · history · California

First of its kind. Disneyland, which opened on July 17, 1955, in Anaheim, California, was the very first theme park ever built. Before Disneyland, there were amusement parks, but nothing quite like this magical place.

Walt Disney's vision. Walt Disney didn't just dream up Disneyland, he personally designed and supervised its construction. This made it the only Disney theme park that had his direct hands-on involvement from start to finish.

A revolutionary idea. Disneyland changed entertainment forever by creating a whole world where families could experience Disney characters, stories, and adventures in one place. It inspired theme parks to open all around the world.

Located in Anaheim. The park sits in Anaheim, a city in Southern California near Los Angeles. Millions of visitors from around the globe travel there every year to experience the magic.