Credit: DisneyWork has begun on one of Disney’s most beloved theme park experiences.
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The original Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, is home to many incredible rides, attractions, live shows, and other magical experiences, though the Disneyland Railroad has become somewhat of an unofficial mascot for the entire resort.
It’s hard to deny just how special and magical it feels to explore Disneyland Park by train, with locomotives being a fundamental interest of Walt Disney himself. This all makes the closure of the Disneyland Railroad especially disappointing, with crews now working on tearing up and replacing parts of the steam engine’s track.
Disney Begins Railroad Refurbishment
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Guests visiting the Disneyland Resort will notice substantial upgrades are being made to the iconic Disneyland Railroad, with portions of the train’s tracks now being torn up. The railroad closed due to work continuing on the space between Tiana’s Palace, a new eatery based on Disney’s The Princess and the Frog (2009), and the resort’s iconic Haunted Mansion dark ride.
The Disneyland Railroad closed for refurbishment on August 5, along with the Animation Academy. The resort’s Space Mountain also closed on August 5.
The Disneyland Railroad currently does not have an official reopening date.
Weeks after the ride’s closure, the Disneyland Railroad’s track is now being replaced in certain spots. Disneyland enthusiast FrshBakedDisney shared a video showing the work being done on the railroad.
Track for the Disneyland Railroad has been removed at ToonTown station. This is my favorite recon shot of the week.
Track for the Disneyland Railroad has been removed at ToonTown station. This is my favorite recon shot of the week. pic.twitter.com/OoJh5qWdgB
— Fresh Baked! (@FrshBakedDisney) September 3, 2024
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Twitter/X user Darth_KB shared a few images revealing new track pieces that will soon be added to the Disneyland Railroad.
Taken the day before the Monorail closed. The Railroad is my favorite thing about Disneyland.
Taken the day before the Monorail closed. The Railroad is my favorite thing about Disneyland. pic.twitter.com/q9vgKT3ZuI
— Kevin Brooks (@Darth_KB) September 3, 2024
For those new to the Disneyland Railroad, guests can hop aboard this authentic steam-powered locomotive for a grand tour of Disneyland Park. This 18-minute-long journey is full of twists and turns, giving guests a unique look at Disneyland Park.
Walt Disney was incredibly passionate about trains and transportation in general, which is why there are so many ways to navigate the Disney theme parks. Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts feature a railroad, with Disney World’s version taking guests around the massive Magic Kingdom park.
The Disneyland Railroad has a total of four stops:
- Main Street, U.S.A.
- New Orleans Square
- Mickey’s Toontown
- Tomorrowland
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The Disneyland Railroad is far from the only attraction being worked on at Disneyland, with the resort’s version of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure making significant progress.
This new spin on Disney’s classic Splash Mountain log flume ride takes guests through the Louisiana Bayou. Guests meet with Princess Tiana and her friends as everybody makes their way to a grand party filled with dancing, singing, and a brand-new song created just for the ride.
The first iteration of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opened at the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida, earlier this summer and received rave reviews from fans. However, the attraction has not been a hit with everyone, with some preferring Disney’s original Splash Mountain.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is scheduled to open at Disneyland on November 15, 2024.
Do you enjoy riding the Disneyland Railroad?