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Anaheim is probably most famous as the
home of Disneyland, the first Disney theme park and "The Happiest
Place on Earth," but there's even more fun to be found in this
beautiful city in Orange County, California.
In addition to the Disneyland theme park, Anaheim is host to
numerous other parks and attractions. Knott's Berry Farm has
wonderful attractions and rides for kids of all ages! For those who
like movies, Universal Studios Hollywood features rides based on
many of its most famous films, like Back to the Future. A short
drive away, one can find SeaWorld, one of the world's largest and
most educational water parks.
Medieval Times rounds
out the theme park offerings by placing guests in the role of
medieval royalty. Jousting tournaments are nightly, and the portions
at dinner are humongous!
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After touring the theme
parks, visitors can enjoy numerous museums and cultural attractions.
The International Printing Museum and local art museums offer
original and rare works for visitors to enjoy. Nearby Catalina
Island is considered one of the most beautiful vacation spots in the
world. The Long Beach Aquarium houses numerous species from the
Pacific Ocean, the world's largest ocean.
Visitors to Anaheim are
only a stone's throw away from San Diego and all it has to offer.
But considering all of Anaheim's attractions, from Disneyland to the
Crystal Cathedral, visitors have little reason to leave this center
of entertainment and fun!
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The Motts Miniatures Museum & Dollhouse ShopTM
The museum showcases the History of America in miniature from the
Pilgrims to modern times. Some exhibits are so small that they must be
viewed under magnifying glasses. There are dressed fleas, rice carvings,
350 hand-carved ivory elephants in a bean shell, portraits of U.S.
Presidents on the heads of pins, the world's smallest folding pocket
knife, and more.
Disneyland
The "Happiest Place On Earth" features rides from the Teacups to the
Matterhorn. Main Street USA welcomes visitors with a look at America in
the19th century. Visitors will enjoy all of the various "lands" and all
they have to offer. One of the most visited attractions in the country!
Universal Studios Hollywood
Visitors to Universal Studios can take a behind-the-scenes look at the
world's largest working movie studio. Rides feature the likes of King
Kong, ET, and Jaws, and they feature earthquakes and Back to the Future
time travel. Shopping and restaurants are also available in abundance.
The Bowers Museum of
Cultural Art and Kidseum
The Bowers museum preserves and displays the arts of cultures from
around the world. Visitors will enjoy learning about different people
all over the planet through their artistic creations.
Knott's Berry Farm
With 165 exciting rides, shows and attractions, it's no wonder that
Knott's Berry Farm is the nation's most popular independent themed
amusement park. Enjoy wild west stunt shows, thrilling roller coasters,
and the kid's favorite, Camp Snoopy.
Ripley's
"Believe it or Not!" Museum
At Ripley's, visitors are challenged by the unique and the bizarre. The
museum has assembled a collection of real-life phenomena and scores of
curiosities that are very strange and also mystifyingly true. Some of
the items are even quite beautiful!
Movieland
Wax Museum
Over 270 stars from John Wayne to Kevin Costner to Madonna displayed in
authentic sound stage sets. Visit the Starlite and Main Street gift
shops, offering an outstanding collection of Hollywood memorabilia.
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
Dramatic horsemanship, jousting matches, and sword fights are all part
of Medieval Times. And, guests enjoy a four-course "finger food" meal
including whole roasted chicken, spare ribs, potatoes, pastries and
beverage.
Wild
Bill's Wild West Dinner Extravaganza
Wild Bill's offers an evening of extraordinary entertainment and good
food. Guests enjoy dazzling costumes, live western music, comedy and
specialty acts. The generous meal includes soup, salad, chicken, ribs
and baked beans.
International
Printing Museum
This museum traces the history and development of the printing press.
From its origins in China and Europe, through colonial America and the
19th century to the present, visitors can see the effect of the press on
the lives of famous, and ordinary, Americans. The International Printing
Museum allows visitors to view rare antique printing machines and watch
skilled craftsmen.
Catalina
Island
Visitors can find Catalina Island located off the Southern California
Coast, and it can be enjoyed several exciting ways: glass bottom boats,
coastal cruises and tours around the city of Avalon. Shopping, dining
and accommodations are everywhere on this beautiful island. |
Queen Mary Seaport
The Queen Mary represents the golden age of transoceanic travel, and it
is permanently docked on Long Beach Harbor for visitors to enjoy that
by-gone era. Visitors are invited to walk the length of the ship, eat
fine foods in settings ranging from casual to elegant, shop in colorful
shops, and take in the atmosphere aboard a great steamship.
San Diego
Visitors to Anaheim who have the time enjoy driving down the California
coastline to visit San Diego, located two hours away. San Diego is a
beautiful city and boasts a lovely harbor setting, a charming colonial
Old Town and many world renowned attractions, including Sea World and
the San Diego Zoo.
Crystal
Cathedral
Philip Johnson designed this famous house of worship, which some have
called "the most spectacular religious edifice in the world." The
cathedral is meant to look like a four-pointed star, and is constructed
from 10,000 panes of glass that cover weblike translucent walls. The
cathedral seats 2, 890 with ease.
Discovery
Science Center
This 59,000-square-foot facility is filled with fun, hands-on exhibits
for children and adults. Visitors can experience an earthquake in the
"Shake Shack," lie on a bed of 3,500 nails, walk through a tornado,
engage in live science demonstrations, watch a 3-D laser show and more.
Mission San Juan
Capistrano
Many come to see this old Spanish mission because of its great beauty.
The architecture brings a little bit of old Spain to California,
including Moorish fountains. Every spring the swallows return to this
collection of chapels, barracks, and other old structures from
California's by gone past.
Legoland California
This new family theme park is especially meant for kids 2-12. Most of
the attractions in the 128-acre park are kid-powered, requiring
youngsters to pedal, pull, push or steer their own way. Of course, the
park features the LEGO toys and prominent LEGO constructions like
Miniland, a scaled down replica of five regions of the U.S. made of 20
million LEGO bricks. There is also the LEGO Mindstorms learning center
featuring computer-equipped facilities utilizing LEGO software. Other
attractions include a castle, a roller coaster, a safari adventure, and
several boat rides.
Aquarium of the Pacific
This internationally renowned aquarium wows guests with its creative
examination of the infinite, astonishing treasures of the Pacific Ocean,
the planet's largest, most diverse body of water. The Aquarium of the
Pacific explores three regions of the Pacific Ocean: the Southern
California/Baja Pacific, the Northern Pacific, and the Tropical Pacific.
The aquarium features futuristic design and technology.
San Diego Zoo
The world famous San Diego Zoo features more than 4,000 rare and exotic
animals including pandas, koalas, chimpanzees, and more. Animals are
housed in interesting replicas of their natural habitats. The zoo also
has nighttime entertainment. On the premises is also a world-renowned
botanical garden with over 6,500 species of plants. |
