Star Wars Fun Outside Galaxy's Edge

Don't have a reservation for Galaxy's Edge? Or need to kill some time waiting for your boarding party to be cleared for entry? There is still plenty of Star Wars fun to be had around the Disneyland Resort even from outside Batuu - and it tends to be a lot cheaper, too! Here's every way to enjoy this far, far away galaxy with little to no planning whatsoever.

• STAR TOURS | Tomorrowland - The Star Wars attraction that started it all! Hop aboard a StarSpeeder 1000 and explore the galaxy in style. Wait times tend to be a little shorter while most guests are at the park solely for Galaxy's Edge, so take advantage of that and ride Star Tours multiple times - especially since each ride could be different!
• HYPERSPACE MOUNTAIN | Tomorrowland - This summer Disneyland is extending the popular Star Wars overlay on Space Mountain, so climb aboard and join resistance forces as they battle TIE Fighters and Star Destroyers and you spiral through the galaxy. This will be available for a limited time.

• THE VOID - STAR WARS: SECRETS OF THE EMPIRE​ | Downtown Disney - We've touted this amazing virtual reality experience before and that's because it's so awesome! It does cost a little bit, but after you're done facing off against Imperial forces and becoming part of a Star Wars canon story you'll realize it's totally worth it. Guarantee your spot by making reservations in advance at The VOID's website.
• STAR WARS LAUNCH BAY | Tomorrowland - Sure, this place will get busy occasionally through 23 June with all the Galaxy's Edge guests checking in for their reservations, but inside you'll still find recreations of ships, weapons and costumes from the entire Star Wars saga as well as meet-and-greets with the likes of Chewbacca, Darth Vader or Kylo Ren. It's also a great way to get out of the heat on a hot Californian summer day.

Inside Star Wars Launch Bay

The Star Trader

• GALAXY'S EDGE MERCHANDISE | Various Locations - Even if you can't get into Galaxy's Edge at all you can still find unique merchandise from Batuu throughout the Disneyland Resort, including the Emporium on Main Street, USA, the Star Trader and Star Wars Launch Bay. If you will be entering Galaxy's Edge later you can also use this as an opportunity to do your shopping early and save time later.
  
• STAR TRADER | Tomorrowland - In addition to Galaxy's Edge merchandise, the Star Trader is also where you can find more affordable alternatives to the Droid Depot and Savi's Workshop. Make your own miniature droids at the Droid Factory (nowhere near as large as those at the Droid Depot, but still fun) or custom build a light saber. The materials aren't as high-quality as Savi's but many kids will probably enjoy this version better since they can play around for ages swapping out parts until they find a combination they like. It's also far less expensive.
  

• GALACTIC GRILL | Tomorrowland - The food may not be near as exotic as what they serve at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, but this traditional-style menu will certainly appeal to the whole family, cost much less, and still features dishes inspired by Star Wars characters. Most importantly - the food's really good!
  

Never feel like there's only one way to enjoy the Star Wars universe at the Disneyland Resort - you'll always have options if you know where to look!