The apartment was the second space built during Disneyland's construction in 1954. Walt Disney would often stay overnight here while the rest of the park was being developed.
It was his private retreat at the park, usually limited to his family: his wife, daughters and grandchildren. Walt's wife Lillian wanted a floral motif for the rugs and upholstery to match the turn-of-the-century look of Main Street, U.S.A. below.
The apartment is located directly above the Disneyland fire department. Originally, the fire pole extended up to the apartment so Walt could slide right down to access the park. It was later removed when a young park guest shimmied up the pole, surprising Walt during a nap.
Many original furnishings have been returned to the Disney family, but Disneyland has maintained the look and feel of the space as a tribute to Walt's legacy.
The antique Edison Phonograph is an original piece from the early 1900s.
A hanging photograph of Walt Disney
A photo taken at Disneyland
The cupboard in the apartment's kitchen
Inside the cupboard
Inside the cupboard
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