How To Use The Toy Story Parking Lot At Disneyland!

[@rondubay7785]

Thank you so much for this video. We did it to rope drop Disneyland, and parking at the Toy Story lot worked out beautifully! It was my little boy's first visit to Disneyland, and with your help, it wound up being a day we will always remember!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thank you so much for this comment. It truly warms my heart. I appreciate it greatly.

[@ThePandaMike]

Literally using this tactic tomorrow. 39 yeard old now, and finally taking my whole family to Disney and trying to be efficient! Thank you!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I hope it worked out swimmingly for you! Thanks for watching!

[@deangraziosi]

@@JimmyGoodYT It worked SO well! Except for some reason, they really fought me on not letting me take our wagon in even though it fit the requirements. So I brought it back to the car, then got a call from the wife that we had to get the kids their other shoes (because they had convertible "Heely's). Frustrating morning, but we salvaged our family trip!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Glad you figured it out! Thanks for writing back in! I'm always here if you have more questions!

[@ryancarlson2371]

Jimmy. Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Our family just finished a 2 day visit to Disneyland and used Toy Story both nights (1st day parked and walked in from hotel on 2nd day). Your video helped us a ton. Thank you!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

So happy to hear this, Ryan! Thanks for taking the time to write in!

[@JaelenBrown]

Woah I had no idea there was a lot that would put you on a b-line into the park. Very convenient!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

It is! Very snappy. Thanks for watching and writing in!

[@nacho777is]

What time would you recommend to be there?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

@@nacho777is About an hour prior to the park opening. Thanks for watching!

[@keniagarcia4187]

Muchas Gracias, voy a Disneyland en Octubre y me sirvió tu video ❤

[@JimmyGoodYT]

De nada. ¡Gracias por ver!

[@totallytivo]

I went to DCA on Saturday Night. If you watch the second World of Color show at 10:15 pm, a lot of people have already left and Disneyland doesn't have a surge of exiting people at 10:30 pm. I got to the Toy Story shuttle station by 10:40 pm and it was a walk on.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

This is a good tip! Thank you so much!

[@JohnWSmartNow]

Love this. Very helpful. - and for a youtube about a parking lot you made it quite interesting.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thank you so much! That was my intent. The challenge of making parking entertaining was something I was happy to tackle!

[@DMARIE-o3y]

Hi Jimmy! Thanks for the great video---very helpful! If one was staying at a hotel nearby the Toy Story Parking Lot shuttle, do you think it would be worthwhile to use the ART (to return to hotel at night) in order to avoid the lineups to the Toy Story shuttle? Love the idea of the security/entrance shortcut hack! Would appreciate your help. Thanks!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! Thanks for the kind words! To be honest, I have never tried that method out so I'm not sure how effective it would be. I suppose it depends on what time you want to leave the park!

[@pfaugale2216]

awesome video JG. you answered our question. we're staying nearby and were definitely using TSPL.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Wonderful to hear! I hope you guys have the best time! Appreciate you watching/writing in.

[@aw76587]

Super helpful 👍🏼 thank you!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thanks, Alison! Appreciate you watching!

[@joelcarreno3997]

Very helpful I will be going at the beginning of Aug and staying at the hotel across the street from the toy story parking lot. To know that we don't have to do security check point at the main gate was very informative thanks for thus helpful video.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hey, Joel! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and watch. Hope you have a ball!

[@blackrockbrewing5141]

How did it work for you? Did you use the Toy Story parking lot shuttle? Which hotel did you stay in? Was it okay? Would you stay there again?

[@joelcarreno3997]

@@blackrockbrewing5141 me and my wife stayed at the Hilton it was ok the staff was great but the rooms need updating for today's electronics such stuff and usb ports to charge your stuff. The toy story lot makes it much easier than the parking structure at Disney itself. You don't have to follow the line of cars to get to your parking and you don't have the walk to the people movers not to mention the security check point. If you plan on going I suggest a different hotel other than the Hilton just for the fact that you may find a hotel that has the same amenities for less or close to the price of it.

[@meghanhunter6182]

Great video, thanks! Would you say walking from the parking lot or taking the shuttle is faster? Staying at a nearby hotel but want to make rope drop!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thank you! Might depend on the hotel. The real nice bonus about the shuttle is that you can go through a shorter security line. Which hotel will you be staying in? I appreciate your desire to rope drop!

[@eatsoph]

Hi ! Thanks for the helpful video! I had a quick question, at the beginning of the video---what time was that? I am trying to rope drop for an upcoming trip and was wondering when the lot opens and when the first shuttle leaves. Also, the shuttles are running continuously throughout the day right? And if we pay and leave, is the pass good for in/out privileges? Thank you!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! Glad to hear it! This was filmed at the beginning of the day. Typically, they open up the parking an hour before park open (which if the park opens at 8AM parking opens around 7AM Pacific). First shuttles leave right away and run all day (up to an hour after park close). You can leave and re-enter with the paper ticket they hand you! Hope this helps!

[@princeerick11]

Toy Story So Adorable ❤️💕

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thank you for watching!

[@ttwedell]

I always park there specifically for the bathroom access haha.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

This is an EXCELLENT reason to choose this spot! Also, thanks for watching! Digging your profile avatar (Overwatch)!

[@chinchkilla]

The Disney chat person claimed there was only one entrance into the Toy Story parking lot at harbor Blvd and convention way. Is there actually a second entrance and where exactly is it?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! There is now only one entrance. When I recorded this, they were using two. Thanks for watching and inquiring!

[@Ctsll89]

Which parking building is better for perfer parking?.. And can you still rent a stroller if I park at the toy story parking?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! From what I am finding, preferred parking is only available in the Mickey & Friends and Pixar Pals parking structures. Stroller rentals are just to the right of the park entrance when you arrive (so if you parked in Toy Story you could still rent one after the shuttle, but they do not offer preferred parking). Hope this helps!

[@jeremiahrojas1368]

I’m new to driving to Disneyland! It’d be very appreciative if you can give me some tips on when it opens, when it closes (I’m going this week on the 24th which is Star Wars after dark so I’d be getting out at 1 will it still be open?) I understand this is an old video but would love the support thank you!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello, Jeremiah! The parking lot opens an hour before park open (usually opens at 7AM currently). Also, I found this out myself last week, but the shuttles typically run up to one hour after park close even for special events. This means that the last bus will be at 2AM if Star Wars Nite runs until 1AM, so please drink up as much time in the park as you can! If you have ANY more questions, let me know!

[@alondraguardado1102]

Very helpful. Thanks. I just want to ask, if you leave the park throught the day, are there shuttle to comeback to the parking lote?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! Yes there are shuttles going to and from the parking lot all day long. Thanks for watching, Alondra!

[@BlasToyz100]

Appreciate the video!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I appreciate YOU watching it! Hope it was helpful!

[@BlasToyz100]

@@JimmyGoodYT Definitely was! Got front parking right in front of the restrooms, we made it by rope drop and beat the lines back to the parking lot. I greatly appreciate it!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Wonderful! That was my whole goal: to help folks out! Appreciate the feedback!

[@eleanorshellstrop39]

thank you

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Thanks for watching, Eleanor!

[@davevaldez9130]

Question: we are staying at a hotel on Harbor, not far from Toy Story parking lot. Can we walk to the parking lot off of harbor? Do we still have to pay parking fees if we walk into the lot??

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! From what I have seen, you can walk right on the lot free of charge! Appreciate you watching.

[@vaxmax8620]

Thank you for the video. Do you need to have the reservations on your phone to park at the Toy Story lot and go thru security there? We’re meeting the person with the tickets at the park so won’t have them with us

[@JimmyGoodYT]

To my understanding, you do not need a reservation to park there or go through security. You can actually purchase a parking voucher in advance if you want!

[@vaxmax8620]

@@JimmyGoodYT Thank you!!

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Yes! Hope you have a ball!

[@Manateelover25]

Thanks for the great video! Do you know where there is handicap parking near downtown Disney?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I found that there is information here on the site a little under the halfway mark. Seems like they have designated spots in the parking structures nearby! Hope this helps! disneyland.disney.go.com/guest-services/parking/

[@ilovegodzilla]

Do they have vans for electric mobility scooters? How often do they run?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi! I have seen separate buses for that purpose and they run them continuously. Appreciate you watching! Also, great username!

[@monie5490]

Planning on going the end of February and hows the weather?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hopefully, it will be nice and anywhere from 50 degrees to 70!

[@monie5490]

@@JimmyGoodYT thank you and you think it's gone be raining ?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Possibly. I would bring some light rain gear for the trip and layers just in case it gets a bit chilly at night!

[@ryanortiz5836]

Hey Jimmy I have a question!! I know us people go thru detectors but I was wondering do backpacks go thru a medal detector ? Or is it hand searched

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Ryan! I think I answered this when you asked in the livestream, but if you have any further questions let me know! (Backpacks are hand searched currently)

[@MrsBellaVirgo03]

Is the Toy Story Parking lot area/neighborhood pretty safe at night when walking back towards the hotels?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

It is pretty well lit and those who typically live out there keep to themselves. Also, there are always people coming and going to the parks making it feel relatively safe!

[@omarandjessica08]

Can you ride the shuttle to just go to downtown disney? We are coming a day earlier and are now staying 1 night by the toy story parking lot and we want to eat dinner in downtown disney and thought maybe we could take a shuttle to get there instead of an uber. Our reservations won't start until the next day.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Jessica. You can! I hope you have a great time!

[@ronicaregular612]

Thank you, just a question, I’ll be staying in a hotel very close by could I walk to the parking lot a take the shuttle? Or do I need to have a car to park? Or how does that work? Also do I pay there or how does that work and what’s the cost for the shuttle? Thank you Ronica

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Ronica! You can totally walk over, use the shuttle, and you do not need to park there in order to utilize it. The shuttle is completely free as well! If you have any further questions, let me know!

[@dani2358]

Can I use the shuttle if I have an electric scooter? Is there an entrance to the parking lot to walk or ride a scooter in?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Danielle! To my knowledge, yes you can. They even have a separate loading station from what I've seen. There is a sidewalk into the parking lot too!

[@l.c1011]

That’s the downside the line gets really long before the park close! And sometimes u have to wait 15-20mins.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Truth! I find that if you leave after the fireworks, but before park close, it isn't too bad. Appreciate you watching and writing in!

[@allisonk85]

If im arriving mid-day vs at park open, is this parking lot still recommended?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Allison! I still like it midday although they stop doing security checks at noon. Seems less crowded in my experience.

[@purpx33purp91]

Is it closer if you use Disneyland parking?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi! Do you mean if you use the parking ramp?

[@rychei5393]

Mkay, how does this work for accessibility and guest services? With security combined with needing to get a tag to treat a stroller as a wheel chair, what's the process?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Are you asking what is the process of getting a stroller onto the buses?

[@rychei5393]

@@JimmyGoodYT If a stroller used as a wheel chair (over 100 pounds) then yes. Oversize strollers needs a tag of some sort to notify workers it is actually being used as a wheelchair. This tag is acquired at City Hall OR guest service kiosks. So how do they handle the oversize strollers and/or wheelchairs? Hope I made sense. Hoping for a less stressful entry with a handicapped large child.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I looked into further and chatted with a friend of mine who was able to help. Here is what he said: "The only thing not allowed are wagons, but if they have a tag BEFORE they enter the park saying it's a wheelchair then it's good to go". He elaborated by saying that you will need to fold it up upon entering the bus. Hope this helps!

[@yms1974]

were not going till october is there an app or some other way to get the area they closed off so you can key into navigation the right entrance to parking lot. also is the mask indoor thing a disney rule or california rule? is there any hints on that ending?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

They will have signs up for closed parking lots if that is the case, but I think it is rare. I do not think they put that information on the Disneyland app. Currently, there is no mask mandate anywhere on Disneyland property although they do encourage it for indoor spaces!

[@jvargas6034]

What City Or Freeway Did You Come From When You Demonstrated This Video?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I came off I5 and used Harbor Boulevard. Hope this helps!

[@monie5490]

What’s the earliest they open ?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! They usually open one hour before park open (around 7AM).

[@DjDommD]

We’ll be staying at the Lulu hotel and since it’s next door to the parking lot, could we just walk to get the shuttle there?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hey, Dominic! You can totally do that very thing. In my Travelodge vlog, I was able to if you want to use that for reference. If you have any more questions, please let me know!

[@joelroberts6417]

Do you have to wear masks on transportation there?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hello! Masks are optional as of right now! Thanks for watching!

[@scottchilds1320]

You didn't mention how long you waited in line at the end of the night. Do you remember how long you waited or what is the typical wait time for the end of the night before you are on the shuttle? Makes a difference when you have lots of small kids to have an idea.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Hi, Scott! It really depends on when you leave. Longest I've waited is close to a half hour. Basically, if you try to depart right after the fireworks, there will most likely be a longer line. I've found waiting until the park closes creates the lowest times. Might be tough with kids in toe though!

[@scottchilds1320]

@@JimmyGoodYT Thank you!

[@vanesaarcos9185]

Is the shuttle extra fee

[@JimmyGoodYT]

The shuttles are completely free! Thanks for the question, Vanesa!

[@alowha22]

What if your walking to the parking lot ? Do you need to be parking there to use the shuttle?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

In my experience, you do not need to park there to utilize the shuttle. The simplest way is to enter via Harbor Boulevard! There are sidewalks there that make it easy.

[@marrissaaaa__]

@@JimmyGoodYT are reservations mandatory to get on the shuttles?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

@@marrissaaaa__ You do not need a reservation to utilize the shuttle or parking at this time. Only to enter the theme parks.

[@TheDuoxuesong]

its there a shuttle at 7;30am?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

There should be. The shuttles begin about an hour before park open, so if it opens at 8AM, you'll be set!

[@monie5490]

How do I reserve to park at Toy Story parking lot?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

No reservation required! Just make sure to get one for your park tickets which hopefully you did upon purchasing them.

[@monie5490]

@@JimmyGoodYT o man I didnt purchase one during my tickets and reservation. So what should I do ?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

@@monie5490 This site should help! I think you can make reservations through the Disneyland app too. disneyland.disney.go.com/experience-updates/park-reservations/

[@x02dragon]

How early do you get there?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Typically, I try to arrive around 7AM. The parks usually open at 8AM meaning that the parking opens an hour early at 7AM. This way, I can get a good spot and be primed for a great start to the day!

[@mwbrown12]

Are the Toy Story shuttles ecv accessible?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

To my knowledge, yes!

[@mwbrown12]

Thank you Jimmy. Yes they were and super easy to get on.

[@JimmyGoodYT]

@@mwbrown12 Wonderful! Thanks for circling back to this for me!

[@fearless3geclipse]

What time were you there?

[@JimmyGoodYT]

For this day, I was there right at the beginning of the day (an hour before park open) and I stayed until close! Thanks for watching!

[@edgar5814]

@@JimmyGoodYThow early do you recommend we get there if you want to be there right at the beginning?

[@greg.murphy]

A few minutes before the lot opens works most days. I arrived at 6:50am on a Saturday, maybe 8th in my line. I was on the 2nd bus. We caught up to the 1st bus at a stop light. I was in DCA at 7:20am, only about 5 people between me and the Carsland rope.

[@Honeybunnyrosie]

Thank you so much!!! This really helps!! 🎉

[@JimmyGoodYT]

I'm glad! Thank you!

[@Delaney.N]

How much do you have to pay at toy story parking

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Right now, it is $30 dollars per day for a regular sized vehicle.

[@Delaney.N]

Do you pay to use toy story parking lot

[@JimmyGoodYT]

If you have one of the Keys (annual passes) you can get a discount on parking or have it paid for entirely by the Dream Key (highest annual pass).

[@kellykalilikane449]

How much is parking

[@JimmyGoodYT]

Standard parking is $30. Thanks for watching!