One of the things guests love most about Disney Parks is the way they immerse guests in a story, often down to the tiniest details. Today we begin a new series that will invite you to take a closer look at details you might have missed in some of your favorite attractions or maybe even details you may have noticed and always wondered about! This month, let’s dig deeper with one of history’s most famous archaeologists at Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland park.
Indiana Jones Adventure – Adventureland – Disneyland – 1/12/18. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)
From the moment you enter the queue, Indiana Jones Adventure transports you to the past with immersive details and interactive elements. Take a close look into Indy’s office and you’ll find 1930s copy of “Life” magazine featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on the cover.
Indiana Jones Adventure – Adventureland – Disneyland – 1/12/18. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)
There are also nods to the famous films. The wall of Indy’s office is made of crates, one of which is labeled, “Deliver to Club Obi Wan.” This is a reference to the opening sequence of “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” – which takes place in Club Obi Wan, itself an homage another famous Lucasfilm character. (If you can name this reference – of course you can – leave your guess in the comments!)
Indiana Jones Adventure – Adventureland – Disneyland – 1/12/18. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)
There are also clues to the adventure ahead. Next to his desk, you will find a bulletin board posted with correspondence between Indy and Sallah as well as a large map of the entire temple drawn by Dr. Jones himself. Depicted here are traps, landmarks and even a guide to which gifts can be found behind each of the doorways inside the Chamber of Destiny.
Indiana Jones Adventure – Adventureland – Disneyland – 1/12/18. (Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)
There are even hidden details to find once on board your troop transport. Past a menacing 45-foot-tall decaying skull of Mara and before a lunging 100-foot long King Cobra, you’ll see a skeleton wearing Mickey ears embroidered with the name “Bones.”
The Temple of the Forbidden Eye is full of many more immersive details. The next time you make your way through the temple passageways, keep an eye out for archaeological tools, traps and even try to decipher some of the Maraglyphics carved into the walls.
What is your favorite detail of Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland park?
