New Orleans Square opened on July 24, 1966 in Disneyland and is inspired by 19th century New Orleans French Quarter. The area has similar buildings with balconies, brick, and gas lamp lighting. The only two rides in this area are Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion. The focus is on the architecture, music, and food which includes the popular beignets. It's also the location of the famous Blue Bayou Restaurant and Club 33. read more

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The Baseline: For a theme park, quality experiences must be provided, fun amusement attractions be available, immersive environments must be established, and safety must be a top priority. Theme: New Orleans square makes you feel like you are in the clean, well kept street in New Orleans (so it is nothing like New Orleans), but it has a southern charm. There is a lot of tree shade and seating area along the pathways. The smell of southern and Cajun food wafts through the air. Music reminiscent of the Big Easy can be heard as Disney street performers play. It nails it on the New Orleans theme. Points of Interest: Attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion are located in this portion of the Disneyland Park as well as a connecting raft to get you to Tom Sawyers island. This is one of the best places to look over the Rivers of America area (RIP Disney World Magic Kingdom version). If you are looking to watch the Fantasmic performance you will want to be here. read more

New Orleans Square - The Haunted Mansion - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

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New Orleans Square is even more beautiful during the holidays. The seasonal décor blends perfectly with the architecture and gives the area a warm, festive feel. A standout menu item here is the Monte Cristo sandwich, which is indulgent, filling, and worth the hype. The gumbo is out of this world delicious as well The combination of holiday touches, atmosphere, and food makes this land a favorite every time read more

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New Orleans Square is one of my favorite lands at Disneyland. I have spent time in the French Quarter and love how much this little corner resembles it. New Orleans Square was built in the 1960's and resembles 19th-century New Orleans. The Pirates of the Caribbean ride and the Haunted Mansion were a couple of favorite rides of mine when I was growing up coming to Disneyland (they still are). Now that I am an adult, I mostly enjoy coming here to eat. I have made reservations at Blue Bayou Restaurant and Café Orleans in the past and have enjoyed a nice dinner at both. I also used to grab a bread bowl of clam chowder at Royal Street Veranda before they revamped their menu. One of my favorite snacks are the Mickey-shaped beignets at the Mint Julep Bar. A bag of these are the perfect snack when walking around the park. They also sell non-alcoholic Mint Juleps. Tiana's Palace is the newest place to eat and serves Cajun-style cuisine. It replaces the old French Market Restaurant that once was here. On occasions, you can catch a jazz band walking around playing music outside of the restaurants like they do on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans. New Orleans Square was once home to the now closed Disneyland Dream Suite. Club 33 is a private dining club above the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The Disneyland Railroad has a station at New Orleans Square if you want to ride to another part of the park. For entertainment, the late night show Fantasmic! takes place in front of New Orleans Square in the Rivers of America. New Orleans Square is the place to come to if you want to shop for pirate-themed merchandise or anything from the "Nightmare Before Christmas" movie. read more

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This fun area located inside Disneyland is inspired by 19th Century New Orleans! Though I haven't been to New Orleans since I was 13, I remember it well, nice to get a fresh beignet and explore the art and shops! Let's dive into some of the must see spots in this themed area! Pirates of the Caribbean was my favorite ride during our family trip to Disneyland! Always nice to see Captain Jack Sparrow character as well! Did you know the Pirates of the Caribbean movies were actually inspired by this ride!? I personally am a huge fan of the films and frequently quote them! Lol our 8 year old loves this ride and thought the skeleton pirates were drinking bottles of poison! Our 8 month old on the other hand got 2 surprise splashes in the complete dark which scared her. The Haunted Mansion is definitely a fun/spooky classic ride which inspired the amazing movie with Eddy Murphy! They made a live action as well and Disneyland has a fun themed shop! Sadly we missed this ride during our trip since the waiting time was too long! Tiana's Palace is inspired by Princess Tiana's restaurant known for its homemade gumbo and man-catching beignets from the movie Princess and the Frog. We love the movie, our eldest included! So we were excited she wanted to have her 8th birthday dinner here! We ordered the 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage, House Gumbo, Buttermilk Cornbread, Fountain Drinks, Kid's Baked Macaroni and Cheese and House-filled Beignet. Definitely a 5 Star worthy meal with a great outdoor seating area and fair prices! We would definitely return to explore more, it would be fun to go for Mardi Gras one year! Happy Valentine's Day, don't forget to plan something fun with your sweetheart! SYOY! :-) read more

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To me, this is one of the best areas of the park. The train station is so cool here, the Haunted Mansion is a well known attraction that demonstrates some gorgeous architecture and this is on display all through this area of the park. The food here is delicious and there are also some cool places "hidden" in plain sight in this area. Do you know about Club 33? What about another cool, hidden place here? Keep your eyes peeled! Pirates of the Caribbean runs along the backside of the area as the ride takes guests down under the park where "Dead Men Tell No Tales!" I always enjoy the dining area in New Orleans square that overlooks the Pirates ride. This is just one of the many areas of fun - wide open surprises that guests can immerse themselves for fun and also for pure, relaxing enjoyment that doesn't happen anywhere else besides, "The Happiest Place on Earth!" read more

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Club 33: the exclusive Disney club where the cover charge is your kid's college tuition. New Orleans Square is Disneyland's jewel box: cobblestone streets, wrought-iron balconies, jazz in the air, and the smell of beignets luring you in like a siren call. Opened in 1966, it was the first new land added to Disneyland -- and the last one Walt Disney himself personally oversaw before he passed away. Walt loved New Orleans, and you can feel it in every brick and balcony. This land isn't just gorgeous -- it's home to some of the park's crown jewels: * Pirates of the Caribbean - the last attraction Walt worked on. * Haunted Mansion - creepy, funny, timeless. * Shops and cafés that make you feel like you've stepped into the French Quarter without the hangover. And Then There's Club 33. Tucked behind an unassuming door is Disneyland's most famous secret: Club 33, the private, members-only club Walt built to wine and dine VIPs. Membership costs thousands just to join and more thousands every year to maintain, and the waitlist is so long it makes Space Mountain look like a walk-on. I'll never get in -- most of us never will -- but knowing it's there gives New Orleans Square this extra layer of mystery. Like a ghost you can't see but know is haunting the balcony above the Blue Bayou. Walt gave us a land to enjoy, then built a restaurant to remind us we weren't invited. New Orleans Square is Disney perfection -- atmospheric, historic, and home to some of the best attractions in the park. Club 33? It's the unattainable cherry on top, a reminder that Disney dreams come in two tiers: the ones we can ride, and the ones only the one-percenters can eat. read more

Love this themed land. Love it even more now that I've already traveled to New Orleans. The Southern vibe, beignets, and the food choices are terrific. read more

One of my favorite "hubs" in dizzy land. Close proximity to so many cool rides. Food options are plentiful. Easy spot to grab the train to transfer to another magic kingdom location. read more

New Orleans Square - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

New Orleans Square at Disneyland. This land is tons of fun! And one of my favorite rides is here, the Haunted Mansion. I also love Pirates of the Caribbean. So fun and good for all ages! Two of my favorite rides in one land lol They have some great food options here as well! I like the Blue Bayou if you aren't on a budget lol Mint Julep Bar is nice for a quick beignet and refreshing drink! There's also French Market Restaurant and The Harbor Galley. Royal Street Veranda has lots of shopping options! Jewelry, crystals, perfume and so much more! What's not to like about New Orleans Square?! read more

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New Orleans Square is where it is at. This one section was amazingly put together and everything intertwined so well. This is where you will find the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, and in an offshoot manner what will be Tiana's Bayou Adventure. As an awareness, this is a spot in the park where a ton of people will gather to view the nightly show on the water. When I tell you there are tons of people everywhere, it is roped off and cast members will tell you not to stop in your tracks and get behind the ropes. It will be congested and people will be right on your heels at that time. Any other time in this sections is a breeze. Walk between rides are amazing, there are tons of things to see, and being close to the water is a plus. read more

Really cute shops and some of my favourite park restaurants but it's just a bit cramped. They've tried to fit too much in one area and you always have to fight your way through crowds and strollers as there is stroller parking close by. They do have the glass and crystal shop there where you can buy the custom glass flasks, wands and other items like crystal-filled glass slippers. This is definitely one of the coolest shops in the park in my opinion. If this area was expanded and less cramped it would be super cute. read more

Welcome to the new restaurant "Tiana's palace" set to open here in Sept. Formerly the French market it is being rethemed to Tiana and her recipes. Tiana has more than that going on with a gift shop in the square in her honor along with a major ride being redesigned for late next year called Tiana's bayou adventure. New Orleans square is a jazzy New Orleans themed area complete with cajun restaurants such as Blue Bayou-(reviewed separately) and Cafe Orleans. The Disneyland RR makes a stop here. Currently the two most popular attractions are Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion-(both reviewed separately). You'll also find a crystal shop here run by Arribas brothers-similar shop on Main St (reviewed separately) and a perfume shop specializing in Guerlain fragrances. Street entertainment is enjoyable as the folks are dressed up as Pirates and sing various pirate songs. Check out the exclusive Club 33 entrance next to Blue Bayou-That's a very posh and high end club where a person can join by invite only. It's great having the Dixieland feel to the area. Tiana's bayou adventure is being created where Splash mountain stood in Critter country. That attraction once opened i feel would be more suitable here. It's truly a nice area to visit when seeing Disneyland. read more

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I love visiting New Orleans Square, especially right before the park closes. The atmosphere is lively and feels special at that time. One of my favorite things is being able to order food through the app, which lets me pick it up quickly and take it home. One of the last times I was there, I tried the birria grilled cheese sandwich, and it was sooooo good! The flavors were amazing and made my experience even more memorable. read more

My FAV "land" in all of Disneyland. So far the closest I can get to the actual NOLA (yeah sad I know), but every time I go to the parks this is the place I can NOT wait to go to. New Orleans Square is home of: -One of the stops of the Disneyland Railroad -The Haunted Mansion -Pirates of the Caribbean -Cafe Orleans -Blue Bayou -French Market Restaurant -Mint Julep Bar -Club 33 -Royal Street Veranda -The Harbor Galley -21 Royal There's also a bunch of neat little shops in a small alleyway turnaround with merchandise from themed from the Haunted Mansion, Nightmare Before Christmas, Pirates, etc, a perfume shop, a neat crystal/jewelry shop, etc. I'd like to argue that New Orleans Square has the BEST food in the entire park. Every time I go here I ALWAYS turbo mobile order a Mint Julep and some beignets at the Mint Julep Bar. I make sure to savor the Mint Julep by pouring the rest into a flask or empty bottle that I bring with me. I'm not the biggest fan of Cafe Orleans, but I do love the unlimited Mint Julep refills (my record was 6 in one day, yeah I got super sick, don't do this kids). I haven't been to Blue Bayou yet, but I'd love to get on the reservation list! As for Club 33, it's always neat seeing the exclusive members come out with their neat bags. The BEST seasonal churros are in this part of the park, aka the Bride Churro with vanilla powder and I love the Harbor Galley (lobster mac n cheese sourdough bowls and the Cajun seafood boil, which I've nonchalantly eaten while wandering the parks). The best for seasonal Halloween and Xmas foods! New Orleans Square has 2 of my fav rides, Pirates and the Haunted Mansion with the latter getting the Nightmare Before Christmas makeover for around 1/4 of the year. Just be wary that Pirates does pause and break down very often and Haunted Mansion gets really crowded, especially during the holiday season. They're also decorating this land for Xmas with the Mardi Gras themed lights, garlands, wreaths, and ornaments. Definitely stop by and enjoy a mint julep ! read more

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When I think of Disneyland, whether as a child or as an adult, I always think of the iconic New Orleans Square. Home to lots of great dining, amazing attractions, my favorite shops with The Nightmare Before Christmas, nighttime spectaculars, etc. Though this place can get very crowded, it is still one of my favorite places to snag a snack and sit by the water at Harbor Galley. Be sure to check this out both by day and at night, as it's a different experience either way. read more

9-30-21 Absolutely LOVE this section of the Magic Kingdom! Let me count the ways: 1. Main Street train stops right here, super convenient. 2. Haunted Mansion is a few feet away. 3. We always dine at Blue Bayou for lunch or dinner. Darkened atmosphere, pretty lights overhead, they serve Jambalaya, real spicy! 4. Pirates of the Caribbean is here. Must have been on that ride over 30 times cuz my grandpa brought us every year since I was in 3 rd grade. Jack Sparrow looks real, not plasticy. 5. You can get beignets almost as good as the real thing at the French quarter in Louisiana. 6. Virgin Mint juleps are easy to come by and very refreshing like an Arnold Palmer with fresh mint. 7. There are restrooms close by. 8. We discovered pretty River Belle Terrace for lunch this trip. I liked the interior like a southern grandma's parlor with white curtains and pink roses everywhere. 9. When they have fireworks or Fantasmic light show in the water it's a good place to come squat( like Pretty Woman said)or criss-cross apple sauce on the ground in the evening air. 10. If you haven't come, come see for yourself if you enjoy this place as much as we do. read more

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This is a beautiful land! I love how authentic it looks, you really get that New Orleans architectural feel. It truly transports you to the French Quarter with the gorgeous buildings, the waterway, the delicious food. Their food tastes (in my opinion) very authentic. This is just a fun and festive vibe over here, quite different from Magic Kingdom since I do not believe they have anything like this in Liberty Square. We had the bread bowl soups and lobster rolls around lunchtime. I am not sure if that is "officially" in this land or if it is just near it, but there is some amazing people watching around here. Also one of my favorite rides, Haunted Mansion is located here, which is a classic. I can see from the map that I just not get the full effect since this was my first time here. I sort of breezed through ever area to get a simple taste of Disneyland. I would come back here and spend time appreciating all of the fine details and eat more of the food. Beignets are my favorites. read more

The square has some of the yummiest treats in the park along with fantastic music. We love the doughnuts, mint juleps, and lobster rolls! read more

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Pure magic- my favorite spot in Disneyland!! The atmosphere, sights, music, rides and restaurants are beyond compare!!! There is something exquisite about strolling along the Rivers of America with the sweet sounds of jazz in the air and the scent of beignets beckoning... Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion!! Gumbo and Beignets! Beauty as far as the eye can see, this is my favorite stop on the Disneyland Railroad Grand Circle Tour, too! New Orleans Square will always hold such a special place in my heart- I can't wait to go back again and again!! read more

This is where all the restaurants are located. So busy at night time. Some restaurants you need reservations. The train will take you here. Also you get on the ferry here as well. Yes Jack Sparrow hangs around here. Feels like you went back in time. Pretty cool. read more

Its in Disneyland and it has Jack Skellington! Yeah this is my favorite place in the park! Enough said :)

I finally had a chance to visit the REAL New Orleans in August for a conference, and ooh la la! I'm excited to report that the real New Orleans is like Disneyland's New Orleans Square. I worked at the Blue Bayou during high school, so that place is sentimental... and I love the wrought iron and beads.. just lovely! Also one of the few places to get something besides a burger inside the park. read more

I love this area in Disneyland! Great classic dark rides - Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean. Nice restaurants - Cafe Orleans, Blue bayou and the exclusive Club 33! This area is where you can find the famous bread bowl with soup. Don't forget to grab some mickey beignets and the refreshing mint julep! This area is really pretty during Mardi gras and Christmas time with amazing decorations. read more

New Orleans Square - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

I love it here during Christmas/Halloween time they really get festive. The shops here are also my favorite. Super classic Disneyland. read more

New Orleans Square - Amusement Parks Near Me - Anaheim, California

When I was younger I always mistook this part for part of Adventureland or Frontierland, but it's its own separate classification, focusing mostly on Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. One can also get on the train here. I found all of the stairs, narrow pathways, and stuff like that hard to navigate with a wide stroller. (Although this was the first time I had brought a tourist that had kids, so I wasn't aware of where one could walk with a stroller.) Not sure if this section of the park has restrooms. read more

The decorations here are nuts! I haven't been to New Orleans but from every photo I have seen I would truly believe that is where I was. The architecture of the buildings plus the colorful decorations and the names of the shops and restaurants were perfect. You can tell a lot of time and effort went into this area and it is worth checking out. Be sure to pay attention to the little details they are the best part! read more

This is my favorite part of Disneyland!! The Bayou feel, fantastic jazz music, shops and the cast members are awesome!! You can get some fancy gifts here - crystal makers, traditional looking NOLA masks, some fancy Disney clothing with a bit of New Orleans French goth...Great stuff! The restaurants are also amazing here! The more high-end dining options I think can be found in NOS. They also have a really nice cafeteria type dining place here too. Nice to just sit and enjoy watching everyone from the patio at Cafe Orleans. And this area really has some great attractions too!! Pirates, Haunted House, Fantasmic at night and some great Jazz bands! read more

Being able to just enjoy the simple things in life and walk through a section of Disneyland and feel like I am in New Orleans is quite amazing! They have the Mardi Gras beads and the funky jazz playing in the background and everyone is dressed up like the old times! I love this section so much! Must try the Gumbo at the entrance by Pirates of the Caribbean! So amazing! And the place beside that has close to the best Pom frites I have ever had! Not to mention the beignets! Love them! read more

A BIG thank you to Chrissy from Downey. I get off of Pirates and go into a shop and she confront me with a box of pins to trade. This being my 1st actual trading of pins I was super excited. After the swap she gave me a button as honorary Disney Citizen. read more

One of my favorite areas at Disneyland park. Many places to sit and lounge when you need a break to get off of your feet or if you're tired of waiting in lines for rides. They have a few good places to eat. The stage door cafe has pretty good hot cocoa and funnel cakes. The blue bayou serves good jambalaya read more

This is like a mini version of NOLA's French Quarter! The architecture is just right and super adorable! In Disney's New Orleans Square, you can find food and music you would normally see in New Orleans! Definitely make a stop to Mint Julep bar to get some Mickey shaped Beignets! There's also live jazz music playing there too, which was awesome! read more

I just love this part of Disneyland. Great rides, decent food, live music and entertainment. Fun place to just sit and hang out.

Disneyland food is not that good is all the same unless you go to the other side to California adventure then the food is good there.here not so much I only bought a vanilla coffee and a sweet bread that I can't remenber the name of. read more

This place has the best restaurants in Disneyland... No doubt at all.. Market place is my favorite restaurant here.. Great food and a nice view of the river too read more

Just ate a Monte Cristo Sandwich and it was great. Our server was so sweet and welcoming and was very attentive to our needs. Her name was Cassandra and she was fantastic.. We will ask for her next time.. read more

Truly a trip to the past! Disneyland's New Orleans Square has authentic food, fun rides, colorful shops and nostalgic architecture. Take the train there and step back in time! read more