Other Tourist Scams in Anaheim

Photo Op Characters Demanding Large Tips Outside Park Gates

Unlicensed individuals dressed as Disney and Marvel characters position themselves just outside Disneyland's main entrance on Harbor Boulevard and at the ARTIC transit center, encouraging photos with children and then demanding cash tips of $10–$20 per photo. The characters are not affiliated with Disney and the costumes are often low quality. Families who decline to pay after photos are taken may face loud verbal pressure.