Inside the Secret World of 'Club 33' at Walt Disney World

On June 15, 1967 an exclusive club for Disney’s corporate sponsors was opened within the gates of Disneyland named ‘Club 33’ - a name inspired by the location of the club on 33 Royal Street, New Orleans Square. It's now made it's way to the Walt Disney World and has been built under our very noses.

[mademoisellemirage]

There's a part of me that think it's simply ridiculous, but the other part of me wants to know where to sign

[paorini]

I literally just understood that I went on one of those private park tours when i as like 7. He was a friend of a friend so we got a VIP tour. I remember thinking as a kid it was kinda weird going through “non magical back/exit doors” and skipping over people to get into the ride, . It also felt wrong going into a private room to meet characters. I remember the distinct feeling of “this is not how Disney is supposed to be”. So those of you thinking you want the best for your kids. Know that the normal visit to the parks is the best they can get. The rest is for parents that want to show off to other parents.

[JSTRonline]

If I'm a Club 33 member "No" is not an answer I ever want to hear.

[Mr]

I did work inside WDW in 1982/1983. And since 1981, I visit the place almost every two years (I don’t live in USA). I did some trips to Disneyland, Disneland Paris and Tokyo Disneyland. I always considered myself a Disney Parks expert. All of this said, I have to tell you: For my taste, you have the best Disney channel in all YouTube. Not kidding. After watching a lot of them, this is my conclusion. Keep your good work and my best wishes.

[Andrew-ezgr]

Just buy a house at golden oaks you become a Disney 33 member

[SteelRainz]

I accidentally assisted a club 33 member yesterday. I didn't recognize who he was at first and just treated him like a person. He sent me his fast pass (he said there was 24 left) and any ride I wanted to get on just scan the code and walk on, no reservation needed. Well, he wasn't lying. I was able to ride whatever ride I wanted, as many times as I wanted in the lightning lane. That's all the information I can confirm.

[keviny.]

Disney's Quote: Where dreams come true

It's more like, gimme your money first and then your dreams will come true.

[lightningbear]

A friend took us to all 3 clubs in one day. The one over the brown derby was by far our favorite. You are not allowed to take pictures of the club. (Although some do) but you can take pics of the food and drink.

[Kaboomboo]

My brother in law worked for Disneyland for over 10 years. He says the perks have been severely diminished over time and the price has remained the same. The restaurant isn't as nice either. It used to be a museum with many artifacts of Disney. Not anymore. Now it's just a run of the mill upscale eatery.

[Acid_brain]

Insane, pay 35k and then 15k for premium experience still doesn't get unlimited fast passes. damn...

[bodyloverz]

If you buy a house in Golden Oak, you can get club benefits as well. Though the dues are twenty grand.

[bonniechild]

I just wanted to clarify something about the tours offered to members, at least for the Disneyland Club 33 membership. There are different tiers of membership, but some members are allowed (5) 8-hour tours with a guide, mainly allowing them to skip lines easily for most of the day and get front row seating for shows and fireworks.

[Valmontst]

The reason that Walt Disney named the club “Club 33” was because he used to frequent New Orleans, and his favorite antique shop was located at 33 Royal Street in the French Quarter.

[tm]

Hell of a racket for those who have money to burn for a whole lot of nothing. There are clubs worth way more than this that cost much less!

[Kazials]

2:33 thought you were gonna say youd have to pay with the blood of your palm lmao

[MrKarmapolice]

If I had the money I’d live in Golden Oak and be a Club 33 member, but that’s me I LOVE DISNEY!

[TheEpicAB]

Club 33. Because he was a 33rd degree mason

[velveetaslingshot]

Meh. I dont get it. You still have to walk around the parks with the rest of us peasants. If it came with access to private tunnels that led to all attractions and guaranteed fastpass maybe. You would have to really love disney parks to pay that much.

[tonyb]

How about take the 25k and move out of your parents house.

[Elainerulesutube]

33 is the highest number in the Masonic order.