As soon as you enter Disneyland Park and leave the entrance area behind you, you are on the park's Main Street, which leads you directly to the magical fairy tale castle in the centre of the park. At both ends of the Main Street, U.S.A. are the Town Square and the Central Plaza - two large squares that are not just open spaces, but the heart of the park's activities, hosting various shows, parades, and events.
Step into a time machine as you enter this part of the park, where the 19th and 20th centuries of the United States come to life. You're strolling down the main street of a small town in the heart of the United States, more precisely, the hometown of Walt Disney, Marceline, Missouri, as he fondly remembered it.
Shops, restaurants and small boutiques surround the street.
Even if this part of the park does not really many rides, you can immerse yourself in the typical atmosphere of Disneyland. You are in a phase in which the world is changing, new developments and progress are unstoppable. Motorised vehicles are replacing horse-drawn carriages, electric light will soon be available in every household, and easy worldwide communication will be possible soon with the invention of the phone. This fascinating feeling of progress sweeps across Main Street U.S.A. and captivates everyone.
The bouncy music, which can be heard everywhere, transports you directly to a bygone era.
If you want to experience the magic of Main Street, U.S.A. first thing in the morning without the crowds, you should take advantage of Extra Magic Time. You can enjoy this special opening time at Disneyland Park when you stay at one of the hotels at Disneyland Paris. This allows you to soak up the atmosphere, take photos and visit some of the attractions before the park officially opens.
The history of Main Street U.S.A.
The Plaza Gardens was built on the edge of a small town in 1861 and surrounded by a small park. Over the next ten years, the railroad was extended into the city, marking a significant period of growth and development for the town.
The increasing wealth of the small town is particularly evident at Plaza Gardens, which is adorned with numerous marble and golden details.
You can see this development in the large murals in the Plaza Gardens Restaurant, which depict key moments in the town's history, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a bustling hub of activity.
For a deeper dive into history, take a stroll through the two arcades flanking the street. The Liberty Arcade tells the story of the Statue of Liberty's journey from France to the USA, while the Discovery Arcade is a celebration of future visions, technological advancements, and the unstoppable progress since then.
You can also use the arcades during inclement weather if you do not want to get your feet wet while walking through this part of the park.
Main Street U.S.A. through the seasons
In spring, Town Square and Central Plaza transform into a sea of flowers.
During the Halloween season, ghosts are up to mischief, and during Christmas, Main Street U.S.A. is absolutely magical.
When the streets are lit up for Christmas and all the shop windows are beautifully decorated, when the Christmas Carolers sing Christmas carols, and the large Christmas tree is lit in a magical ceremony, you can experience a feeling of Christmas from an era gone by — a feeling that is hardly known today.






































































































































































