This past weekend guests at the Disneyland Resort were able to see something that hasn’t been seen in quite some time. Both of the Red Car Trolleys were operating and making their way from the Hyperion Theater, up Hollywood Blvd, around Carthay Circle, and down Buena Vista Street to the stop near the main gate of Disney California Adventure. This was a sight and experience that hasn’t been seen or had since before the pandemic.
When the attraction reopened at Disney California Adventure after the pandemic, only Trolley #623 could be seen making its way through the streets of Disney California Adventure. It wasn’t until just recently that Trolley #717 returned to transporting guests along the route. The Daps Magic team spotted both trolleys in action on Sunday, June 11, 2023. It is unknown what day was the first day that both trolleys began operating together.
The Red Car Trolley was added to Disney California Adventure in 2012 during its transformation. It is reminiscent of the Pacific Electric Railway that ran in Los Angeles from 1887 to 1961. It runs back and forth between Buena Vista Street and Hollywood Land with stops at Disney California Adventure’s main entrance, Carthay Circle, the Animation Academy building, and the Hyperion Theater. After the pandemic, it did not return with the reopening of the parks. Trolley #623 returned to the route on July 17, 2022.
What do you think of the return of both Red Car Trolleys to Disney California Adventure? Have you experienced both of them yet? Which one is your favorite? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
