Did you know there is a treasure trove of Disney riches tucked away in the pre-show area of “Walt Disney Presents: One Man’s Dream”? From the outside, it looks like a simple theater entrance, but once inside, you’re treated to a number of models that were created for areas around Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - map of location

The entrance to this attraction is located at the very end of Animation Courtyard, as you pass by the Chinese Theater (Runaway Railway) going towards Toy Story Land.

It’s a Disney fan’s dream!

One of the first models you are treated to inside is of Main Street USA in Disneyland. The amount of detail is fascinating!

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - main street model 1
Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - main street model 2

As you progress further into the building, you’ll find models for other areas as well, such as the Jungle Cruise and subsequently, other buildings in Adventureland.

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - jungle cruise model

This model of the Pleasure Pier area at Disney’s California Adventure is incredibly detailed. You can even see the placement of the fountains in the lake for World of Color.

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - paradise pier model

Moving back to Walt Disney World, there is a model of Tower of Terror

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - tower of terror model

As well as Spaceship Earth

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - spaceship earth

And since it was featured at the top of the article, here is another look at the Cinderella Castle model

Walt Disney Presents: One Man's Dream - cinderella castle model

Many people walk past the entrance of Walt Disney Presents: One Man’s Dream on their way to Toy Story Land, completely unaware of the incredible collection of models that are steps away inside. If you’re a fan of the Disney parks, you definitely do not want to pass this up. It’s certainly worth the time and air conditioning.

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