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Kids or no kids, there\u2019s something, well, magical, about the Magic Kingdom. From the old-fashioned charms of the Happiest Place on Earth to the newfangled thrills of the updated California Adventure Park, the Disneyland Resort offers up diversion, delight, and then some.<\/p>\n

And the pleasure is all the richer when you don’t have to contend with lines, hassles, and high temps. Enter, “off-season.” While Disneyland technically does not have such a thing\u2014and admission prices hold steady throughout the year\u2014here’s\u00a0a little secret: The park is considerably less crowded from late January into mid-March, especially during the week and when rain is in the forecast, (which makes for a surprisingly fun adventure of its own).<\/p>\n

Short (or no lines) means you can ride the Matterhorn on a loop (as I did on a recent visit) and<\/em>\u00a0take advantage of all that extra time to explore attractions you might otherwise skip. Here, what to do in Disneyland<\/strong>\u00a0beyond the major attractions.<\/strong><\/div>\n
Disneyland Beyond the Classics<\/strong><\/h5>\n

From Thunder Mountain Railroad to the Peter Pan Flight, we all have our favorite rides at Disneyland. But new attractions, like the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, also beg attention, and then there are the shows… \u00a0Fortunately, in off-season you can fit it all in. And then some. Here, some of the “extras” you should try in between Space Mountain and the tea cups.<\/p>\n

1. A Pirate’s Lunch for Me.<\/strong>\u00a0Lunch at the\u00a0Blue Bayou\u00a0<\/strong>in the Pirate’s of the Caribbean ride is truly a treat. What could be better than a prime seat for watching boats float into the underwater world of Jack Sparrow? Well, one thing: the decadent deep-fried Monte Cristo sandwich with blueberry jam. Note: You’ll likely need a reservation (even in off-season). Either beat feet to the ride when you first enter the park or reserve ahead by calling (714) 781-DINE.<\/p>\n

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2. Down on the Bayou.<\/strong>\u00a0There’s very little rest time at Disneyland, but you can “rest”\u00a0<\/em>in the middle of the action. Head to New Orleans Square and grab a table at\u00a0Caf\u00e9 Orleans<\/strong>, where you can dig into a Mickey-shaped Beignet and listen to the timeless Louisiana sounds of The Royal Street Bachelors or\u00a0The Jambalaya Jazz Band.<\/p>\n


\n3. A Rootin’ Tootin’ Time.<\/strong>\u00a0It’s highly probable that you’ve passed Fontierland’s\u00a0Golden Horseshoe Saloon<\/strong>\u00a0many a time and just haven’t thought to enter. Well, we reckon you should change that. This (all-ages) saloon serves up a rollickin’ taste of the Wild West, replete with bluegrass and comedy show\u00a0Billy Hill and the Hillbillies.<\/p>\n

4. Sit a Spell.\u00a0<\/strong>Oft-overlooked but worth seeking out, the\u00a0Disneyland Railroad<\/strong>\u00a0is a great way to travel between lands and see a unique side of the park, including two slightly bizarre yet extremely fascinating dioramas of the Grand Canyon and the Primeval World. Equally overlooked is the\u00a0Monorail<\/strong>, a (yes, we’re saying it!) “green” transportation system that whisks around (and above) the Resort\u2014from Tomorrowland to the Downtown Disney District and adjacent hotels\u2014with fabulous views, to boot.<\/p>\n

5. Gettin’ Tiki With It.\u00a0<\/strong>You don’t have to sail the seven seas to go exotic. Just visit the\u00a0Enchanted Tiki Room<\/strong>. \u00a0Hosted by animatronic tropical birds, the\u00a0South Seas celebration features drumming, chanting, and, of course, singing of the classic (and catchy) Tiki Room song. And don\u2019t forget to visit the Juice Bar for a Pineapple Dole Whip, especially if the sun is out.<\/p>\n

5. Island Hop.\u00a0<\/strong>Hop a raft to the\u00a0Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island\u00a0<\/strong>to explore secret hideouts, dig for treasure, or take in the views from Tom and Huck’s Tree House.<\/p>\n

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California Adventure Park\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Formerly the Pluto to Disneyland’s Mickey, the California Adventure Park stepped things up a notch with a 2012 face lift. Now, a revamped entry harking back to classic Hollywood announces the park’s eminence\u2014or at least claims equal footing with classic Disney. And, just like the fabulous state to which it is dedicated, here you can look forward to a little bit of everything…<\/p>\n

1. Cars.<\/strong>\u00a0Yes, you read that right\u2014we’re praising cars. Well,\u00a0Cars Land<\/strong>. Just opened in summer 2012, this new land modeled after the popular movie Cars<\/em>\u00a0is already one of the park\u2019s most popular attractions. You’ll marvel at the Cadillac Range Mountains and Ornament Valley, and speed racers will love the land’s primo attraction, the Radiator Springs Racers ride.<\/p>\n

2. State pride.<\/strong>\u00a0Thrilling without being scary,\u00a0Soarin\u2019 Over California<\/strong>\u00a0is a fabulous and awe-inspiring ride that puts you in the middle of California’s beauty. Surrounded by Omnimax film, you’ll “hang glide” over Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Malibu, and more. It will leave you breathless.<\/p>\n

3. Fear Factor.<\/strong> True adrenaline junkies will rejoice at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror<\/strong>, a two-minute free fall that will have\u00a0your stomach dropping like a ton of bricks. The pre-ride video, an ode to the classic television show, is also a treat.<\/p>\n

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5. Night Life.<\/strong>\u00a0Disneyland’s night shows are renowned, but nighttime in the California Adventure Park holds its own. From the spectacular lights of Hollywood Land to the neon brights of Cars Land, it feels like all the world is aglow. Throw in live music shows, fireworks, and the World of Color fountain extravaganza, and you’ve got yourself a whole lot of happiest place on earth.<\/p>\n

Where to eat<\/strong><\/h5>\n

1. Inside.<\/strong>\u00a0The parks offer all manner of eats, from pizza and burgers to restaurants as unique as the lands they occupy. Try Bengal Barbecue<\/strong>\u00a0at Disneyland, or enjoy SoCal favorites at\u00a0Carthay Circle Restaurant<\/strong> in California Adventure. And while alcohol is not served in Disneyland, California Adventure offers all array of suds (Bayside Brews<\/strong>), margs (Rita’s Baja Blenders<\/strong>), and, of course\u2014this is California<\/em>\u00a0after all\u2014vino (Golden Vine Winery<\/strong>).<\/p>\n

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3. Outside.<\/strong> A great find for those leaving the park and perhaps sick of Americana overkill, Lee\u2019s Sandwiches<\/a> <\/strong>(12905 Harbor Boulevard)\u00a0offers delicious banh mi sandwiches, with interesting flavor combinations. The the grilled pork and sardine option, for example, is packed with pickled veggies. The eclectic menu also features spring rolls, avocado smoothies, soy bean and carrot drinks, and unusual Vietnamese desserts in flavors like Taro, Tapioca, and Half Moon Green Bean.<\/p>\n

Where to stay<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Disneyland Resort. <\/strong>The Disneyland Resort hotels offer much more than proximity. Guests of the hotels can up the magic factor with early admission to the parks, character wake-up calls and dining experiences, plus themed pools and other attractions (including evening childcare at Pinocchio’s Workshop!) that make the hotels themselves feel like mini-theme parks.<\/p>\n

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Outside the Resort.<\/strong>\u00a0Staying off the resort means less of the perks, but it also tends to mean quite a bit less money, and there are plenty of options to be had for those looking to save on the stay and splurge on the spree.<\/p>\n

The Alpine Inn<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(715 West Katella Avenue) is one of two non-Disneyland properties physically sharing property with Disneyland, meaning you can still walk right into the park without shelling out for the schmancy digs (rooms from $69.99). Another foo option is the Anaheim Islander<\/a> <\/strong>(c), which offers\u00a0a heated pool and comfortable rooms within easy walking distance from the parks (from $75).<\/p>\n

Directions: <\/strong>Take the Amtrak Surfliner (transfer in San Luis Obispo) to Anaheim, and then catch\u00a0the Anaheim Resort Transit Route 15 bus, which will take you directly to the Disneyland Resort. You can also fly\u00a0into either Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and or Orange County\/John Wayne Airport (SNA). The Disneyland Resort Express shuttle picks up at both airports and transports guests to the parks.<\/p>\n

Photos: Disneyland Resort, rbrough<\/a>, la brea bakery<\/a>, grand californian hotel & spa<\/em><\/p>\n

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4. Wheel. Of. Mickey.<\/strong>\u00a0Over at Paradise Pier, which looks decidedly similar to (you guessed it) the famous terminus of Route 66 a short ways away in Santa Monica<\/a>, all eyes are on Mickey\u2019s Fun Wheel<\/strong>, a good old-fashioned ride with terrific views and two ways to enjoy them. Choose the a traditional gondola on the outer edges, or brave the inner ones that slip and slide\u2014either way it’s a wild ride.<\/p>\n