What To Buy In Disneyland, Anaheim, California

what to buy in disneyland
Alex
Alex 
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Opened in 1955 and home to all your favourites like Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald as well as a plethora of princes and princesses, Disneyland is known as the “happiest place on earth” for a reason. Children all over the world dream of going to Disneyland and spending a day in warm California sun, riding the iconic rides and meeting their favourite Disney characters. Even tons of adults dream of it too! The park is big and can be overbearing if you’re trying to maximize your fun so if you’re looking to pick up some great souvenirs and really get the best of Disneyland then we have you covered! Here’s a guide to what to buy in Disneyland, Anaheim.

1. Disney flair regular wear

Pregnancy Baby'S Bootees Mickey
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Yes, the mouse ears might be iconic Disney but if you’re a traveller on a budget or someone looking for a little more bang for your buck, why not actually buy something you might wear outside of the park? Buy a Disney-themed t-shirt or even Star-Wars-themed shoes! Show off you’re Disney love in some cool new threads.

World of Disney Store

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: World of Disney

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2. Character autographed items

Disney Store, Serramonte 2
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The characters at Disneyland really go into their personalities, so much so that that they even practice their own autographs! What’s a good and budget-friendly way to get a souvenir from Disneyland? Ask for autographs! Hunt down your favourite Disney characters and bring along an autograph book or something like a mug or t-shirt you can get an autograph from your favourite prince or princess.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Disneyland

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3. Disney tech brand mobile cases

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Mickey and gang have come a long way since their humble beginnings in the 1920’s. Now there is Disney branded tech wear and tech goodies available for tech enthusiast out there. Get a custom Disney-themed phone case of any of your favourite Disney characters! Run into them in the park and you may even get it signed!

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: World of Disney

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4. Travel mugs

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Even adults love Disney and Disney-themed merchandise so what’s a good way to remember your trip to Disneyland when you get back home? How about a Disney travel mug? Perk up in the morning with your coffee and look fondly at your Disney travel mug at those good times you spent with Mickey and the gang.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: World of Disney

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5. Disney pins

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Disney Pins are a great little way to commemorate your trip to Disney. If you’re short on space in your bags, the pins are small, you buy a bunch for yourself and your friends and you can customize your own clothes with them! Buy them, trade them or just collect them. They also make a great Christmas tree ornament during the holidays!

Disney Pin Traders

Address: Downtown Disneyland

Website: Disney Pin Traders

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6. Christmas ornaments

Christmas Ball Ornaments
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What better way to decorate your home during the holidays than something that is both a souvenir and a decorative item. Disney has tons of options for Christmas ornaments that you can buy for your tree during the holidays. With a variety of styles and characters available, the whole family can pick out their favourite or you can pick a couple of them up for your friends as well.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Wolrd of Disney

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7. Shadow box

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A great way to decorate your home and remind yourself of your Disney adventure is via a shadow box. A shadow box is like a 3D piece of art that usually has some sort of personal or sentimental value. Pick out your favourite Disney design or Disney character and find a place in your home for your shadow box where you can admire. They also make wonderful gifts for friends and family.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Off the Page

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8. Disney's photopass

Sleeping Beauty Castle Disneyland Anaheim 2013
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Tuxyso used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Disney’s Photopass is a great way to keep track of all your Disney adventures. Get a photo pass and walk around the park where you’ll run into professional photographers who will take your photo. Afterwards, with your photo pass, you can view or purchase the pictures you like by registering your photo pass i.d number. Photographers are positioned around iconic locations around the park so you can take a picture with your favourite character in your favourite spot.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Photopass

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9. Pressed pennies

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Pressed Pennies are a cool and great way to get a nifty little souvenir from your time at Disneyland. These cool little coins machines will take your spare change and make them into something new and cool with a Disney design on them. They are super budget-friendly and you can make a bunch of them give to your friends and family.

DIsneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Pressed Pennies

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10. Mouse Ears

Sun-Sentinel Point & Click
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Mouse Ears are probably the preeminent and quintessential Disney must buy while you’re visiting. Known throughout the world as the symbol and souvenir of all Disney parks, the mouse ears can be found throughout the park and honestly, no visit to any Disney themed park is complete without picking up a pair of Mickey Mouse ears.

Disneyland

Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Website: Mickey Ears

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Happiest place on earth

There are so many different and amazing souvenirs you can pick up while you’re visiting Disneyland. While you explore the iconic amusement park make sure to stop by one of the many gift shop locations around and pick up something for yourself or for your friends and family. There are even tons of budget-friendly options for the thrifty traveller out there.

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Alex is a Canadian university graduate with degrees in English literature and History. He was born in Montreal and when he's not traveling he enjoys movies, video games, playing the drums and...Read more

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