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This place is nice to take a break when you are at Disneyland for a long time, only thing you need to be a DVC member to get in. They have free soda, coffee and snacks and comfortable seating and your own private restrooms. Occasionally they will have private photography sessions with a Star Wars character. On the first floor, they have some Star Wars items on display.
This area was really cool it looks realistic I enjoyed seeing this new area of Disneyland I'm so happy they added this to Disneyland the stores have cool stuff if your a Star Wars fan I suggest going here .
2nd trip to Disneyland with my husband & he usually lets me plan everything and do whatever I want (lol). This time around, I knew we had to make it a point to visit here for my Star Wars loving guy. He is obsessed and this place is the perfect reprieve from the heat if you're at Disneyland on the HOTTEST DAY EVER like us. Inside you'll find a bunch of Star Wars memorabilia, souvenirs, & apparel. Some of the souvenirs were quite pricey, but the quality was really nice. Thankfully my husband exercised quite a bit of restraint and didn't buy anything. Lol. There's also enough models, props, & toys to excite any SW fan. Personally, my favorite was Yoda. Kinda wanted to take him home with me! Haha. We also watched a short film on the history of Star Wars. The seats were set-up like a mini stadium seating if I remember correctly. They had another section where you could meet & greet the different characters. Some of them had quite a long line. We decided on meeting Chewbacca and the line moved pretty quickly. The actors stay true to their character the whole time which is pretty cool. Your actual time with them is pretty short, but enough to get some cool pictures in. That was probably my favorite part and my husband was glad I convinced him to do it. Definitely recommend making a stop here until Star Wars Land opens!
Launch Bay is a great place to find the more expensive souvenirs and apparel but the quality is top notch. I'd buy all of the Musterbrand items if I could. The Leia top is my favorite other than the scarves. The men's jackets are a cosplay dream come true. I wish there were kids too but for the price, I can see it being a hard sell unless you're die hard SW. I love the new "sneak peak" section and cannot wait for SW Land to open next year. I also love when Plasma comes out of Launch Bay and a dozen storm troopers come around the building. There's so much excitement and energy from the crowd and well...there's something about a man in uniform. I said it.
This place has gotten better through out the years. This is the perfect exhibit for any Star Wars fan before they officially open up Galaxy's Edge. Here is where you can check out the museum where they showcase models and costumes from the Star Wars franchise. You can also take pictures with some of your favorite characters: Chewbacca, Kylo Ren and Darth Vader, as well as some Stormtroppers who make an appearance often. (Personally, if they ever have Ewoks, I would definitely stand in line for a picture!) There are other interactive stations featuring Legos, video games a short film. And of course, they have a small gift section where you can buy Legos kits, art, memorabilia, phone cases and much more. This is a perfect place to take a break from the sun and to cool off. Seating is limited but they do have some places to sit.
Really fun area of Disneyland! Perfect for Star Wars lovers and non Star Wars fans too. I usually come back here for lunch they have a really great vegetarian option and cold brew I love with cereal in it. The characters back here are very talented and so are the cast members.
The best part of the visit for sure. With the Chase reserve cards, you're able to visit a certain someone in the Chase experience chamber, hint: I am your father! One on one (plus a few if you're a group of more than one) experience with the individual includes photo taking and free downloads through the Disney portal. I for one left with a huge grin on my face. PS: Characters do rotate periodically so be sure to catch them all!
The best Star Wars-related merchandise inside Disneyland is surprisingly not inside Galaxy's Edge, but *Tomorrowland* of all places. This occupies the first floor of the Carousel Theater and replaced the "Innoventions" exhibition, a prototype of Epcot. For the Star Wars aficionados there are various props and set pieces from the movies on display. For those who like M&Gs of the characters you can meet Chewbacca and Darth Vader here along with other characters from the 9-movie franchise on a seasonal basis. There's even a mock-up of the famous Mos Eisley cantina for quick viewing. My group had some time to kill before our time for Space Mountain so I found myself in this area. I was led here from one of the cashiers inside one of the Tomorrowland stores. Being a huge fan of "The Child" (aka Baby Yoda) from "The Mandalorian" I fell in love with a phone case but unfortunately that store didn't have one in my phone type. Apparently all the phone cases are made here with the surplus being sold at other Disney souvenir shops. Inside the launch bay is the "D-Tech on Demand" where you can customize your phone case with the design you want and add personalization touches such as your name. For $35 I was able to get a Baby Yoda phone case made in half an hour. The process was relatively straightforward; once you make your case you are given a code so that you can pay for and eventually claim your phone case. I was able to have this made and still have enough time to board Space Mountain. To this day this is considered my favorite Disney swag to date as I can show off my love of Baby Yoda in a more practical manner. Those types of souvenirs mean more to me than ears or pins can ever be.
A lot of Disneyland experience is nonstop hustling to rides in the heat and waiting out the long lines. For a bit of respite and a healthy dose of Star Wars, the Launch Bay is the perfect spot to get away from the madness. It's all indoors in a dimly lit and refreshingly air controlled area. It's reminiscent of a museum at the main entrance with displays of weapons, ships, and armor. It's quite spacious in there as well so it's easy to get really close to the exhibits. There's a short video that talks about the making of the Disney Star Wars movie with commentary from some of the directors. There's some bench seating here and there was ample space the whole time we were there. One of the cooler things that I saw was a little walk through of some sets you'd expect to see in the movies. No one seemed interested in this area at all so it was completely empty which makes it perfect for a little photo session. After this area there were a few Xbox consoles set up. The one other draw for the Launch Bay is getting to meet Chewie and Darth Vader. They are separate lines. Unlike a lot of the other Disneyland lines, these are indoors so it's not that bad of a wait. There are cast members that are happy to take a picture with your phone. We also saw Boba Fett walking around so if you're lucky you might be able to see him. The very last part of Launch Bay is a pretty large gift shop which seemed to have the most selection of Star Wars stuff that wasn't the special merch that they have at Galaxy's Edge.
I swear I almost passed out! Seriously a real live "meet and greet" with Darth Vader and Chewie!!!??? Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat???? LOVE LOVE LOVE that I get to do this!! That WE all get to do this! I never really considered myself a Star Wars freak, but MY GOD, I feel like a 10 year old knowing I can actually meet these two! I was giddy as a school girl when I was next in line to see Vader... or like a 6 year old waiting for Christmas morning! For each character, you wait in line and are then sent into a little section of the Launch Bay, just you and your party. You have maybe 2-3 minutes in there, which is a nice amount of time, I think. They will take your pictures for you and you can have conversations with each character (I use the word "conversation" loosely for Chewie... but he does give some big hugs!!) I tend to leave the Launch Bay with a grin from ear to ear, so excited and feeling super special! I almost wish this were my little secret, but it's not... and the lines are starting to show that people are learning about it quickly. I will say that I've never waited longer than 20 minutes to see either one though. Oh wait, that's not all there is to the Launch Bay. There's also a museum type layout with costumes, figures, storyboards. Very interesting to look at and learn more about the movie and the characters, shop for stuff and blah blah blah.... but did I mention there is also a meet and greet with 2 of the most awesome characters?? {{faints}} As hesitant as I was about having a Star Wars land at Disneyland.... it's starting to grow on me and it's becoming pretty exciting for this girl. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!
****Hugs, Hugs..and More Hugs!***** What's tall, furry, warm and cuddly? Yup...Chewie! You get a meet in greet here with both Chewie and Vader. Choose your side wisely because the lines can get long. If you do have time, meeting both is worth it. Chewie starts your day off right with heart warming and very personable hugs. I could not care less what people say...everyone loves a hug! Disney has not even started Star Wars Land yet but their immediate remedy, this place..is done well. You can experience both Avengers and Star Wars props, meet and greets, and a ton of photo ops here. The staff plays the part also. The meet and greet here is not hurried and does have a personal touch. Kudos to the cast members here for having to put up with crowds day in and out but still being pleasant and making this a memorable experience! I am adding this to my top ten list for Disneyland! Disney, Star Wars and hugs in Anaheim...another reason why the OC is the best place to live!
Slid into the Bay from the ride. After looking at the ride photos and the lightsaber area, we noticed the Stance High Socks. Ended up purchasing 4 pairs: Darth Vader, R2D2/CP30, Storm Troopers, Kylo Ren. LOVE THESE socks and the characters. Shopping at DTD and other stores with Star War socks and could NOT find these anywhere. So I suggest, if you find something you like IN THE PARK stores, get it because Disney stocks different items then DTD or Disney Stores.
Think Star Wars mini museum and you've got Star Wars Launch Bay. This is probably the 4th remodeling of this Disney attraction building. While I don't remember the very first attraction in this building, I do remember sitting in a mini rotating theatre when it was America Sings. They shut that down and left it closed for years. It was then revamped into Innoventions. That was cool during hot summer days because the AC was on full blast. The first time I stepped into Star Wars Launch Bay my happy little Star Wars loving heart leaped for joy. Step in and you're greeted with a message on the floor a la Star Wars movie intro style. To the right there's several display cases with costumes and small models. There's also a short film showing with several benches. Keep going right and there's an awesome Mos Eisley model where you can pose and take pictures. There are two meet greet rooms, one for Darth Vader and the other for Chewbacca. Boba Fett makes unannounced appearances as well, you just have to be there at the right time. There's a gift shop with several high end items available for purchase. You can purchase Darth Vaders costume for a mere $4000. If that's out of your budget there's always the Han Solo costume for $750. Kylie Rens saber and other sabers are available, as well as Star Wars themed art work. If you have the time and you're a Star Wars fan I highly recommend visiting this attraction.
**I am going to finish writing this review because it is the appropriate page to post my pictures of the "Star Wars Launch Bay" Looking at this page, I see that it is a mix of what the Star Wars Launch Bay was in the past, and what it is transformed to now. From the previous photos of this yelp page, this Star Wars Launch Bay seems to be open to the public in the past offering an attraction I believe. Nonetheless, it is now a private event that serves catering when the sun goes down. I believe in the morning, it is a lounge for the people who bought the travel package? My initial reaction of this place was wow, I love the lights at night. Looking out from the second floor, I can see all of Fantasy Land. It is scenic, almost post-card like. Interiorly, I love the decorations and theme going on. Lots of cool Star Wars themed things to look at. It all looks futuristic. The catering food here was alright but the dining experience here was one of the best. read more
The Star Wars Launch Bay is one of those experiences that has not been on most people's radar as of late. If you're in the know, then you know it's located in Tomorrowland just next to Autopia. Previously, it housed the Carousel of Progress, and is now this quiet escape from the loud commotion of the park. The A/C is on full blast, giving guests a reprieve from the hot temperatures of summer. If you do go inside, you will find the Star Wars displays equipped with props from the (Skywalker) Star Wars movies. The props are really cool for hard core Star Wars fans. They even host a couple meet & greets there too. Check the schedule for times. I loved seeing the different dioramas depicting the Star Wars planets and landscapes. The different spaceships are on display. Take a photo with a Stormtrooper or just enjoy the cool temps inside. read more
1 year ago
It's been years since I stopped by the Star Wars Launch Bay at Disneyland. When it first opened up in 2015, it was an elaborate walkthrough experience where you could view themed galleries, props, and costumes from the Star Wars Films. There was even meet and greets with Chewbacca or Darth Vader! It now functions as a Disney Visa Cardmember Character Photo Perk and the Disney Vacation Club check-in point. The Disney Visa Card from Chase allows you to have access to special character meet and greets. All you have to do is show the Disney visa card to the cast member. From there, you'll get to experience a photo op with a Disney character. The DCV check in allows you to go upstairs for a lounge access. Most of the space is unused now though. read more
This place is nice to take a break when you are at Disneyland for a long time, only thing you need to be a DVC member to get in. They have free soda, coffee and snacks and comfortable seating and your own private restrooms. Occasionally they will have private photography sessions with a Star Wars character. On the first floor, they have some Star Wars items on display. read more
4 years ago
2nd trip to Disneyland with my husband & he usually lets me plan everything and do whatever I want (lol). This time around, I knew we had to make it a point to visit here for my Star Wars loving guy. He is obsessed and this place is the perfect reprieve from the heat if you're at Disneyland on the HOTTEST DAY EVER like us. Inside you'll find a bunch of Star Wars memorabilia, souvenirs, & apparel. Some of the souvenirs were quite pricey, but the quality was really nice. Thankfully my husband exercised quite a bit of restraint and didn't buy anything. Lol. There's also enough models, props, & toys to excite any SW fan. Personally, my favorite was Yoda. Kinda wanted to take him home with me! Haha. We also watched a short film on the history of Star Wars. The seats were set-up like a mini stadium seating if I remember correctly. They had another section where you could meet & greet the different characters. Some of them had quite a long line. We decided on meeting Chewbacca and the line moved pretty quickly. The actors stay true to their character the whole time which is pretty cool. Your actual time with them is pretty short, but enough to get some cool pictures in. That was probably my favorite part and my husband was glad I convinced him to do it. Definitely recommend making a stop here until Star Wars Land opens! read more
Launch Bay is a great place to find the more expensive souvenirs and apparel but the quality is top notch. I'd buy all of the Musterbrand items if I could. The Leia top is my favorite other than the scarves. The men's jackets are a cosplay dream come true. I wish there were kids too but for the price, I can see it being a hard sell unless you're die hard SW. I love the new "sneak peak" section and cannot wait for SW Land to open next year. I also love when Plasma comes out of Launch Bay and a dozen storm troopers come around the building. There's so much excitement and energy from the crowd and well...there's something about a man in uniform. I said it. read more
This place has gotten better through out the years. This is the perfect exhibit for any Star Wars fan before they officially open up Galaxy's Edge. Here is where you can check out the museum where they showcase models and costumes from the Star Wars franchise. You can also take pictures with some of your favorite characters: Chewbacca, Kylo Ren and Darth Vader, as well as some Stormtroppers who make an appearance often. (Personally, if they ever have Ewoks, I would definitely stand in line for a picture!) There are other interactive stations featuring Legos, video games a short film. And of course, they have a small gift section where you can buy Legos kits, art, memorabilia, phone cases and much more. This is a perfect place to take a break from the sun and to cool off. Seating is limited but they do have some places to sit. read more
4 years ago
Really fun area of Disneyland! Perfect for Star Wars lovers and non Star Wars fans too. I usually come back here for lunch they have a really great vegetarian option and cold brew I love with cereal in it. The characters back here are very talented and so are the cast members. read more
The best part of the visit for sure. With the Chase reserve cards, you're able to visit a certain someone in the Chase experience chamber, hint: I am your father! One on one (plus a few if you're a group of more than one) experience with the individual includes photo taking and free downloads through the Disney portal. I for one left with a huge grin on my face. PS: Characters do rotate periodically so be sure to catch them all! read more
7 years ago
The best Star Wars-related merchandise inside Disneyland is surprisingly not inside Galaxy's Edge, but *Tomorrowland* of all places. This occupies the first floor of the Carousel Theater and replaced the "Innoventions" exhibition, a prototype of Epcot. For the Star Wars aficionados there are various props and set pieces from the movies on display. For those who like M&Gs of the characters you can meet Chewbacca and Darth Vader here along with other characters from the 9-movie franchise on a seasonal basis. There's even a mock-up of the famous Mos Eisley cantina for quick viewing. My group had some time to kill before our time for Space Mountain so I found myself in this area. I was led here from one of the cashiers inside one of the Tomorrowland stores. Being a huge fan of "The Child" (aka Baby Yoda) from "The Mandalorian" I fell in love with a phone case but unfortunately that store didn't have one in my phone type. Apparently all the phone cases are made here with the surplus being sold at other Disney souvenir shops. Inside the launch bay is the "D-Tech on Demand" where you can customize your phone case with the design you want and add personalization touches such as your name. For $35 I was able to get a Baby Yoda phone case made in half an hour. The process was relatively straightforward; once you make your case you are given a code so that you can pay for and eventually claim your phone case. I was able to have this made and still have enough time to board Space Mountain. To this day this is considered my favorite Disney swag to date as I can show off my love of Baby Yoda in a more practical manner. Those types of souvenirs mean more to me than ears or pins can ever be. read more
7 years ago
A lot of Disneyland experience is nonstop hustling to rides in the heat and waiting out the long lines. For a bit of respite and a healthy dose of Star Wars, the Launch Bay is the perfect spot to get away from the madness. It's all indoors in a dimly lit and refreshingly air controlled area. It's reminiscent of a museum at the main entrance with displays of weapons, ships, and armor. It's quite spacious in there as well so it's easy to get really close to the exhibits. There's a short video that talks about the making of the Disney Star Wars movie with commentary from some of the directors. There's some bench seating here and there was ample space the whole time we were there. One of the cooler things that I saw was a little walk through of some sets you'd expect to see in the movies. No one seemed interested in this area at all so it was completely empty which makes it perfect for a little photo session. After this area there were a few Xbox consoles set up. The one other draw for the Launch Bay is getting to meet Chewie and Darth Vader. They are separate lines. Unlike a lot of the other Disneyland lines, these are indoors so it's not that bad of a wait. There are cast members that are happy to take a picture with your phone. We also saw Boba Fett walking around so if you're lucky you might be able to see him. The very last part of Launch Bay is a pretty large gift shop which seemed to have the most selection of Star Wars stuff that wasn't the special merch that they have at Galaxy's Edge. read more
I swear I almost passed out! Seriously a real live "meet and greet" with Darth Vader and Chewie!!!??? Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat???? LOVE LOVE LOVE that I get to do this!! That WE all get to do this! I never really considered myself a Star Wars freak, but MY GOD, I feel like a 10 year old knowing I can actually meet these two! I was giddy as a school girl when I was next in line to see Vader... or like a 6 year old waiting for Christmas morning! For each character, you wait in line and are then sent into a little section of the Launch Bay, just you and your party. You have maybe 2-3 minutes in there, which is a nice amount of time, I think. They will take your pictures for you and you can have conversations with each character (I use the word "conversation" loosely for Chewie... but he does give some big hugs!!) I tend to leave the Launch Bay with a grin from ear to ear, so excited and feeling super special! I almost wish this were my little secret, but it's not... and the lines are starting to show that people are learning about it quickly. I will say that I've never waited longer than 20 minutes to see either one though. Oh wait, that's not all there is to the Launch Bay. There's also a museum type layout with costumes, figures, storyboards. Very interesting to look at and learn more about the movie and the characters, shop for stuff and blah blah blah.... but did I mention there is also a meet and greet with 2 of the most awesome characters?? {{faints}} As hesitant as I was about having a Star Wars land at Disneyland.... it's starting to grow on me and it's becoming pretty exciting for this girl. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!! read more
****Hugs, Hugs..and More Hugs!***** What's tall, furry, warm and cuddly? Yup...Chewie! You get a meet in greet here with both Chewie and Vader. Choose your side wisely because the lines can get long. If you do have time, meeting both is worth it. Chewie starts your day off right with heart warming and very personable hugs. I could not care less what people say...everyone loves a hug! Disney has not even started Star Wars Land yet but their immediate remedy, this place..is done well. You can experience both Avengers and Star Wars props, meet and greets, and a ton of photo ops here. The staff plays the part also. The meet and greet here is not hurried and does have a personal touch. Kudos to the cast members here for having to put up with crowds day in and out but still being pleasant and making this a memorable experience! I am adding this to my top ten list for Disneyland! Disney, Star Wars and hugs in Anaheim...another reason why the OC is the best place to live! read more
Slid into the Bay from the ride. After looking at the ride photos and the lightsaber area, we noticed the Stance High Socks. Ended up purchasing 4 pairs: Darth Vader, R2D2/CP30, Storm Troopers, Kylo Ren. LOVE THESE socks and the characters. Shopping at DTD and other stores with Star War socks and could NOT find these anywhere. So I suggest, if you find something you like IN THE PARK stores, get it because Disney stocks different items then DTD or Disney Stores. read more
Think Star Wars mini museum and you've got Star Wars Launch Bay. This is probably the 4th remodeling of this Disney attraction building. While I don't remember the very first attraction in this building, I do remember sitting in a mini rotating theatre when it was America Sings. They shut that down and left it closed for years. It was then revamped into Innoventions. That was cool during hot summer days because the AC was on full blast. The first time I stepped into Star Wars Launch Bay my happy little Star Wars loving heart leaped for joy. Step in and you're greeted with a message on the floor a la Star Wars movie intro style. To the right there's several display cases with costumes and small models. There's also a short film showing with several benches. Keep going right and there's an awesome Mos Eisley model where you can pose and take pictures. There are two meet greet rooms, one for Darth Vader and the other for Chewbacca. Boba Fett makes unannounced appearances as well, you just have to be there at the right time. There's a gift shop with several high end items available for purchase. You can purchase Darth Vaders costume for a mere $4000. If that's out of your budget there's always the Han Solo costume for $750. Kylie Rens saber and other sabers are available, as well as Star Wars themed art work. If you have the time and you're a Star Wars fan I highly recommend visiting this attraction. read more
"Where are we?!? 3263827!!!" ... if you have this number committed to memory as I do, then not only are you a bona fide fan of Star Wars, but you will more than likely enjoy this attraction at Disneyland. Some of you young whippersnapper's who are referring to this place as the Innovation display May or may not remember that before that, it was America Sings! -- A decidedly Disney-esque sing a long journey through American music, ranging from the Revolutionary War to the late 70s. Seriously, look for it on YouTube. Then go tease your parents about it. Anyway, Star Wars Launch Bay is reminiscent of an interactive museum; there are some pretty impressive models, costumes, and other displays. Additionally, you can get your photo taken with various Star Wars characters. Our family only waited for a couple of minutes to meet Chewbacca... you gotta hand it to Disney, I could've sworn it was Peter Mayhew myself. There is a small bank of Star Wars related video games that are largely occupied by children in their 30s. Sure, these are the guys that came to Disneyland without dates or spouses, but if there's one thing I know about Disneyland, it's that you should have fun at your own pace, in this place. Honestly, there isn't a great deal for little ones to do in here, and my youngest two got bored quickly, but whether you are a casual Star Wars geek, or convinced that you were spawned by midichlorians, this is worth a look. After all, now that Star Wars is under the umbrella of the mouse, you can expect lots of different manifestations from A long time ago, and a galaxy far far away. read more
Date of last visit: April 24, 2016 A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far, away (okay, more like five months ago)... Innoventions at Tomorrowland was changed to the Star Wars Launch Bay - basically a combination of Star Wars prop exhibits (the majority of which are from The Force Awakens), character meet & greets, and merchandise stores. Whereas Innoventions felt like it was more like a big ad for Microsoft and GE, at least here it's much more fun to walk around and peruse the sights (and even meet a character or two). Originally, when the Launch Bay opened, the two character meet & greets were Chewbacca and Darth Vader - and Vader was INTIMIDATING as hell. When we first saw him, he was just staring at us, and with that mechanical breathing of his, there was only one thing I could think of doing... dropping to one knee and saying, "What is thy bidding, my master?" (Afterwards, my girlfriend told me that she felt like she'd been taken to the principal's office.) Perhaps that's why Vader was replaced recently with Matt, a radar technician from Starkiller Base - or better known as Kylo Ren. He's not as intimidating as Vader... but the costume also doesn't look as authentic as it did in The Force Awakens. Meeting Chewie is definitely fun! The fur may feel synthetic, but the cast member playing him is certainly having a great time. And, if you're around the cantina area of the Launch Bay, occasionally Boba Fett will come out for pictures (and interrogate the people in line)! There's also a couple of Star Wars documentaries playing - we haven't seen them yet, but they're on the list of things to do. However, the upper level of the Launch Bay (formerly the Super Hero HQ/Marvel character meet & greets) is blocked off. I'm hoping that there's plans to reopen it either as a preview area for the upcoming Star Wars Land; have a full size X-Wing on display; or even a few more character interactions (bring back Vader!). Definitely worth stopping by to beat the heat and if you're a Star Wars fan! Enjoy, and may the Force be with you! read more
11 years ago
Much better than Path of the Jedi right outside. This is currently a mix between Star Wars and Superhero HQ. They do a great job of showcasing Star Wars. There are tons of props, costumes and scenes on display, as well as a largish collection of items for sale. There are models, movies, masks and meetups. You walk in and are greeted with the iconic Star Wars intro on the floor in front of you (lotsa luck getting a picture of that without somebody walking through it!) You turn one way, and there's a small sitting area with a behind the scenes movie on continuous loop. You turn the other way, and you're face to face with the first of many models. Walking around the side brings you to the merchandise section, where you can buy anything from a full-size Boba Fett to a personalized phone cover. They have a lot of the same stuff that you'd find in the stores outside, but there are some unique items in there, too. Walking out of the store, you come across a handful of meet up are areas, where you can meet and get pictures with some of the movie cast. The lines weren't terrible when we were there. Continuing on, you come across more models, an area to test drive some video games, and yet more models. Upstairs, you'll find the Superhero HQ part, which apparently is going away soon (if it hasn't already). I definitely prefer this to the Path of the Jedi. It's way more interesting, and feels like they put more thought and effort into it. read more
This is a great place to retreat to when you want to beat the heat. When you enter, you will be greeted by the infamous Star Wars intro/credits and then you have a choice on where to go from there. They have displays of props from the Star Wars franchise that you could take pictures of as well as have information plaques to let you know a bit of the history behind each piece. They have a tv that talks about the Star Wars franchise with benches for you to sit on. Then they have a creation of the cantina and if you are lucky, you will run into Boba Fett and be allowed to have a photo opportunity with him. Next door are stations where you can play a Star Wars related game on a gaming console. Then the next two sections are meet and greets with Chewbacca and Darth Vader. I have no idea what time I went l, but the line was short and the wait wasn't too bad considering they only let a small number of people at a time. Then to exit the place you go through the gift shop and when you exit you can find the ticket queue to sign up kids to he part of the Jedi Training show that is right across the way from this building. read more
If you're at all a Star Wars fan by any stretch, you should visit this place. There's meet and greet opportunities with 3 Star Wars characters. When I was there, they had Boba Fett, Chewbacca, and Kylo Ren. I took a photo with the first two, but I didn't care for Kylo Ren. Chewbacca was a bit of a handful during our visit. True to character, he wasn't too happy when I tried to sneak a peak inside his satchel. :) Besides the characters, the place is like a Star Wars museum where they have movie props and other informational displays of anything and everything about the Star Wars galaxy. Also since you're at Disneyland they have plenty of Star Wars merchandise for sale. read more
9 years ago
85/100 far far away reviews challenge for 2017 for one of the coolest collection of star wars memorabilia and stores I have ever been too, an I have no ideal if Chewbacca has space fleas lol Just a note! Go at the end of the night and you won't have to deal with no crowds or long lines it's awesome. I had the run of the place it was great! And you can take a photo with any of the characters in minutes. 5 Stars for Star wars models 5 Stars for Star Wars history video 5 Stars for meet & greet with Chewbacca 5 Stars for meet & greet with Darth Vader A must stop for any star wars fan looking to enjoy the actual art work: models, props, toys, and the live interactions with Darth Vader, kylo Ren, Chewbacca, and Bobba Fett. It's right across from star tours and has a pretty cool gift shop. With one of a kind shirts and toys exclusive only to guest at Disneyland. A great place for young and old looking to be inspired if you wanna make art a career. They have a video playing where one gets to hear from the artist themselves and how they got started in the business. Highly recommended for all and 5 Stars all day! read more
9 years ago
If you are a Star Wars fan then this spot is a must visit on your Disneyland trip. There's a ton of memorabilia to see, from scaled down models of different vehicles, to life size costumes of some of your favorite characters. They have meet and greets with Chewbaca, Darth Vader, and Kylo Ren. On our visit there was a small wait time depending on who you wanted to see. Chewie had the longest wait, cuz who wouldn't want to see that giant furball. There was a small interactive gaming area where you could play some Star Wars themed games like lego Star Wars or the Star Wars Angry Birds. It was cool seeing the full sized costumes. For an easy $3000 you could take home a nice Darth Vader outfit complete with helmet and all. I personally liked the storm troopers. So if you get a chance, swing by while you are in Tomorrowland. read more
A must do for any Star Wars fan! I came here last year when It first opened during the season of the force. It was very popular and now comes in waves. Most recently, I was here trying to look some time before my blue bayou reservation. My boyfriend was seriously geeking out on all the props. He said It was one of the highlights of his first Disneyland trip in 8 years! We Even got a pictures with Darth Vader which is always fun! The wait for Darth Vader was 5 minutes. There is also a photo opportunity with Chewbacca. Launch Bay is the first floor while Marvel is the second floor of the same building. Coming in here makes you forget that you are in the middle of a theme park! A great Air condicioned area to just hang out and explore! read more
8 years ago
This used to be the Innoventions area and it only takes up the downstairs of the building. Inside, one can see descriptions of the vehicles and equipment used in the Star Wars movies, but just basic information. (One could get more on Wookieepedia.) There's still an area that one can play Star Wars games in. But I don't think they have Kinect Star Wars, not like where the old building had Kinect games. There are also a few meet-and-greets downstairs. I'd have to tell the members of my party the next time they go there. read more
Didn't even know about this one till my last visit. This a def a place for Star Wars fans old and new you'll get to see some of the characters outfits, gear and other Star Wars memorabilia. You can meet and take pics with the likes of Darth Vadar, Chewbacca and Boba Fett. Not sure how long that will be there for so it's a must see for the Star Wars fan. read more
11 years ago
Do you remember the old Innoventions Building in Tomorrowland? Well it has received the most amazing makeover with a whole new theme, Star Wars!!!! Gone are the days in which you sauntered through Peter Pan's bedroom, discovered homes of the future, and walked away with a confused look on your face. This time around, the theme is solid and well-done! By now, many people have already watched "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and it has received phenomenal reviews! For those who can't get enough of this franchise, this is the place for you! On most days there really isn't much of a wait to get inside of Launch Bay. However, if you plan to visit Darth Vader or Chewbacca, expect to spend 30 minutes to an hour in line. What makes this meet and greet so epic is that Vader talks! Of course, it's all preprogrammed but it's good enough for me. You can even hear him breathing real heavy behind that mask as he circles around you then points to a spot and says, "Stand here!" It's pretty amazing! Now as for your experience with my favorite Wookiee, Chewbacca this interaction is different. First of all he's HUGE, well over 6'5" tall! He'll come up and embrace you and you'll seem to disappear into his arms when cast members snap your photo. He'll even demonstrate his Wookiee call that you really can't spell but it kind of goes like this... Waaarrrrllllllll!!! Oh but wait, don't forget to visit the cantina as Boba Fett makes his appearances throughout the day. Unlike the other characters, he doesn't have a set schedule so it's pretty random when you see him. Once you've had your fill of Star Wars heroes and villains, you should visit the exhibits. There are several storm trooper masks that are displayed inside of shatterproof glass cases. Various costumes are also for sale! The storm trooper costume is $9,000 but I don't know if you'll get your annual Passholder discount! The Boba Fett life size figure is $3,050 so like most souvenirs at Disney, they're pretty expensive. Oh but wait, there are light sabers available because every Star Wars fan needs their own saber!!!! They light up with blue and red hues! Absolutely gorgeous! They also have an umbrella in which the handle glows a bright blue hue like a light saber. Many unique gifts are available and they seem to be of good quality (for a toy). Given the popularity of the entire Star Wars franchise, people will find this experience to be... as Darth Vader put it, "Impressive!!!" I recommend entering this location as soon as it opens to avoid long wait times to meet the characters. Bring your camera and prepare for an experience that will brighten up your day! Like I said before, this is pretty epic!!!! read more
8 years ago
This was a fun place to go and visit. All kinds of Star Wars stuff on display and stuff you can buy. I even got to meet some characters. It was alot of fun read more
7 years ago
Had such an amazing time! Check in was simple and fun! Took so many pictures! The fact that you get to meet some of your most favorite characters really gets you pumped up for the land! I literally cried when I met Darth Vader! The photographer captured everything! My fiancé still to this day is saying none of our vacations, cruises, etc. top Disney! read more
11 years ago
This is a great place to come look at a lot of the Star Wars memorabilia. They have a lot of the costumes from the movie on sale also some statues. There are also many different souvenirs and collectible items available for purchase. They have models of some of the characters and vehicles with descriptions that have information that you wouldn't normally find out about like their top speeds and how they compare to other aircraft and vehicles as far as power and specs. There is a section thats geared toward younger children. It has a table with screens on both sides that allows you to play Star Wars Angry Birds and the walls are lined with screens and Xbox consoles so that they can play Infinity with the Star Wars characters. There is an area where you can wait in line to take pictures with either Darth Vader or Chewbacca. There is a small area where they show a short video about where the Star Wars universe has been, where they have brought it to no, and where they hope to go with it in the future. It's really interesting to see how the people who put it together love it so much and want it to be amazing for everyone. They also have an area where you can custom design your own phone case with a Star Wars image with or without your name. They have to cases filled with pre made phone cases to show you what they look like up close and what the finished product will look like so you can make the best selection when designing your own. The table has screens on both sides so that multiple people can design covers at the same time. When you're finished designing you hit the submit button and your phone cover prints out across the room and a cast member assembles it for you. The lowest price is $44. They have a lot of images to choose from, but they don't have the option for many other phones that are not Iphones. The only other phone option I saw on there was the Samsung S5 or 6, which leaves a lot of people out. The only thing I don't really like about this place is that there aren't many things that are interactive for adults besides waiting in a long line to take a character picture or play an Xbox game geared toward kids or an phone app that most people already have or have played from the comfort of their own home without having to buy an expensive Disneyland ticket beforehand. If you're not coming in here to buy anything then there's nothing really to keep you here longer than it takes to walk in, do a lap around, and walk out. #79/100 read more
Where else can you buy the actual Darth Vader costume?! It'll set you back $4000 though!! The new Star Wars Launch Bay is what used to be the Innovations building. It is now dedicated to Star Wars AND Marvel. All things Star Wars is on the first level and all things Marvel is on the second floor. I think now it will draw a much larger audience than the Innovations used to as that was mostly catered to children. Come here to learn more about Star Wars and see props and models of the costumes, vehicles used in the movie. You can also meet Darth Vader and Chewbacca! The wait to meet them is significantly longer than just going into the building. I'm guessing it's more than just simply meeting the characters but some sort of mini experience as there is a wait. Earlier today, it was a 2 hour wait, so I checked out some other stuff instead and when I came back it went down to 45 minutes. Also, you can't see the characters from outside, they are out of view in a room, so that is why I believe it's some sort of experience rather then just a photo op. I will find out this weekend when I come back and do it all with my boyfriend. I was checking all this out solo today so I just wanted to walk around and see what there was. I love the vibe, colors, and lights. In the gift shop is many unique items you can buy from clothes to light sabers to actual costumes. A real Darth Vader costume will set you back $4000, or you can get a Han Solo costume for a fraction of the cost at just $750. You can also purchase a life size Yoda for $3000, or light saber umbrella and lamp. One the wall near the registers, they have signed pictures of the stars of the movie. Upstairs is the Marvel headquarters and therefore a homage to the Avengers. They have Tony Stark and Thor. At Stark industries, all the Iron Man costumes are on display. They are the same ones displayed at Comic Con but without the crowds! Each area has a character experience too. There was one for Iron Man, Thor, and Spiderman when I was there. Again, I think it's some sort of mini experience as you can't see the characters from outside and are in some room, after waiting in line of course. There's also a Marvel giftshop upstairs for all your Marvel needs. You could spend pretty much an entire day here if you want to do all the character experiences. I was at the park from 10:30am until about 4pm with 2 breaks in between to sit down and eat and all I did today was the Star Wars stuff. Next time, I would like to check out all the character experiences. No fast passes for these though, you must wait in line, so plan accordingly! This is for sure a must-see for any Star Wars or Marvel fan or even if you are not, it's still very interesting and cool to see!! read more
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