Disneyland Monorail System, Elevated railway at Disneyland Resort, California, United States
The Disneyland Monorail System is an elevated railway at Disneyland Resort in California, United States. Trains glide along a single overhead beam that links three boarding points across the resort.
The system opened in 1959 as the first daily operating monorail in the Western Hemisphere. It demonstrated how rail transit could work within a theme park setting.
The monorail design reflects the mid-century vision of future transportation, influencing the development of similar systems in theme parks worldwide.
The ride takes about 13 minutes and passes through different areas of the park. Guests can board in Tomorrowland, the Downtown Disney District, or at the Disney Grand Californian Hotel.
The train cars feature windows that offer elevated views of attractions like Autopia, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, and Matterhorn Bobsleds. The ride provides a perspective on the park that cannot be seen from ground level.
Location: California
Inception: 1959
Official opening: 1959
Part of: Disneyland Resort
GPS coordinates: 33.81280,-117.91700
Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:22
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