Your Guide to Tomorrowland at the Disneyland Resort
It’s no secret that Tomorrowland at the Disneyland Resort was one of Walt Disney’s favorite sections of the park. He was fascinated by space travel and all that the future could bring. Over the years, Tomorrowland has had to undergo some major renovations as the things of tomorrow quickly became the things of today. And presently, it looks quite a bit different than it once did as it now embraces more science fiction in an effort to remain current. Regardless of how it has changed over the years, there really is something for everybody. With that being said, here is your guide to Tomorrowland at the Disneyland Resort in California!
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Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2024? Be sure to check out our guide to all that the Disneyland Resort has to offer this year including the return of the Disneyland Half Marathon, the grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and more!
Update… Disney has replaced FastPass and MaxPass with the brand new Disney Genie and Disney Genie+. The new system is very similar to Disneyland’s MaxPass as it is an add-on purchase allowing you to make “Lightning Lane” reservations throughout your day in the parks. There is also the option to purchase Individual Attraction reservations for select top-tier attractions. For more information, be sure to visit our guide. Happy Planning!
The Rides – 7 Attractions
Astro Orbitor
Climb aboard to fly your own rocket ship high above Tomorrowland in this iconic high-flying, spinning attraction.
- Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: About 1-2 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who can handle spinning
- When to Visit: First hour of the day
- Open for Early Entry: Yes
- Ride Photo: No
Autopia
Experience driving a real gas-powered vehicle through a miniature speedway in Tomorrowland.
- Height Restrictions: 54 inches may drive on their own, 32 inches may drive when accompanied by someone over 54 inches tall.
- Genie+ Attraction: Yes
- Attraction Length: About 5-6 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who meets the height requirement
- When to Visit: First two hours of the day
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
In this slow-moving, dark ride, take aim as you fight off the Evil Emperor Zurg! This video-game-like attraction is a lot of fun and very interactive for young and not-so-young alike.
- Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
- Genie+ Attraction: Yes
- Attraction Length: About 4-5 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone
- When to Visit: First two hours of the day
- Open for Early Entry: Yes
- Ride Photo: No
Disneyland Monorail
No trip to Disneyland would be complete without a ride on the classic Disneyland Monorail!
- Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: About 15 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone
- When to Visit: Anytime
- Open for Early Entry: Yes
- Ride Photo: No
Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage
In this slow-moving, submarine ride, you will take a journey into the world of Nemo and his friends. It is worth noting that this ride is somewhat enclosed in a tighter-than-usual space.
- Height Restrictions: Any height may ride, including babies and pregnant women.
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: About 14 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who doesn’t mind tighter spaces
- When to Visit: First two hours of the day
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
Space Mountain
What’s not to love about a space-themed roller coaster in the dark?? (Seasonally, this ride is given a Star Wars overlay and is renamed “Hyperspace Mountain.”)
- Height Restrictions: 40 inches or taller
- Genie+ Attraction: Yes
- Attraction Length: About 3 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who meets the height requirements and enjoys thrills
- When to Visit: First hour of the day or anytime with Genie+
- Open for Early Entry: Yes
- Ride Photo: Yes (The photo is taken near the end of the ride.)
- Additional Info: This ride offers a Single Rider Line for those who don’t mind riding alone without their party.
Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
Featuring some of your favorite Star Wars characters both past and present, this 3D simulator ride is one you definitely don’t want to skip… especially if you’re a fan of Star Wars!
- Height Restrictions: 40 inches or taller
- Genie+ Attraction: Yes
- Attraction Length: About 5 minutes
- Who Should Ride: Anyone who meets the height requirement and can handle a simulator
- When to Visit: First two hours of the day
- Open for Early Entry: Yes
- Ride Photo: No
Attractions and Entertainment – 2 Attractions/Experiences
Disney® Visa® Cardmember Star Wars Character Experience
Exclusively for Disney Visa cardholders, enjoy a special encounter with Darth Vader. (Photos are complimentary.)
- Height Restrictions: Any height may enjoy, including babies and pregnant women.
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: N/A
- Who Should Ride: Anyone
- When to Visit: Anytime
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
Star Wars: Datapad on Play Disney Parks Mobile App
Guests will be able to explore Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with the Star Wars: Datapad. Features include translating languages from across the galaxy, scanning objects around the spaceport to make discoveries, and decrypting communications sent by the planet’s residents.
- Height Restrictions: Any height
- Genie+ Attraction: No
- Attraction Length: N/A
- Who Should Ride: Anyone
- When to Visit: Anytime
- Open for Early Entry: No
- Ride Photo: No
Dining
Alien Pizza Planet
- $14.99 and under | Quick Service | Lunch and Dinner
- Mobile Order: Yes
- Reservations: No
- Example Menu Items:
- Entrées: Pasta Special, Count Down Chicken Fusilli, Terra Nova Vegetable Pasta, Mega Pepperoni Pizza (slice or whole), Mozz-114 Cheese Pizza (slice or whole), Vegetable Forest Pizza (slice or whole), Planetary Pastrami Pizza (slice or whole), Centurion Caesar Salad, Astro Antipasto Salad, Star-Hopping Salad
- Kids: Space-getti with Meatballs, Kid-Size Cheese Pizza, Yummy Cheesy Macaroni
- Specialty Drinks: Alien Ice (flavored slush)
Galactic Grill
- $14.99 and under | Quick Service | Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Mobile Order: Yes
- Reservations: No
- Example Menu Items:
- Breakfast: American Breakfast Burrito, French Toast Sticks, Loaded Breakfast Sandwich, Mixed Fruit Cup (Kids: Breakfast Slider, Power Pack)
- Entrées: Specialty Burger, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Cheeseburger, Veggie Wrap, Chopped Salad, Chicken Tenders
- Kids: Turkey Sandwich, Power Pack, Kids’ Hamburger, Kids’ Chicken Tenders, Yummy Cheesy Macaroni
- Dessert: Galactic Parfait, Strawberry Fruit Bar, Nestlé® Mickey’s Ice Cream Sandwich, Nestlé® Mickey’s Ice Cream Bar, Crisped Rice Treat
- Specialty Drinks: Galactic Slush, Galactic Cold Brew, Galactic Nitro Brew
**Be sure to visit the official Disneyland website for updated menus and pricing!
**I hope you enjoyed our guide to Tomorrowland at the Disneyland Resort! Looking to plan your first Disneyland Resort vacation? Be sure to visit my step-by-step guide to start planning!
And be sure to visit our Disneyland Attraction Guide for more information about your favorite rides and attractions!
