DISNEYLAND -- Going to Disney is a major event for families who save all year in some cases.

If you're wondering how to maximize your time at Disneyland while sticking to a budget, we have some tips.

The first tip from guide Carrie Hoener, who is a member of the free consultation service called PlanDisney, says to start the day early.

Instead of paying for faster line access, the Disneyland app is going to be your best friend throughout the day.

That's where you can see wait times for rides.

As for character meals, you don't need to pay extra.

"And you go into the app on the map, click on characters and here you can see every character that will be available around this area," Hoener said.

Also take advantage to the free experiences that are hiding in plain sight.

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