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9 things to know about visiting Disneyland Paris if you've only been to US Disney parks

In between touring the Louvre, strolling the banks of the Seine and ascending the Eiffel Tower, many visitors to the City of Light also pay a visit to Disneyland Paris. Situated to the east of the city, the resort is home to Europe's largest (and most visited) theme park.

With China still closed to tourism and Japan only starting to reopen, Disneyland Paris is the international Disney resort that is currently the most accessible to the traveling world. Combine this with the fact that Paris is set to host the Summer Olympics in 2024 and it's safe to say that many visitors will likely soon pass through the theme park's gates.

While Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, is my family's home park, we frequently visit Disney destinations around the world. So, when we had the chance to spend several weeks in France and the United Kingdom this summer, we knew we had to set aside a little time to see what France's version of Mickey Mouse had to deliver.

Not surprisingly, we found that Disneyland Paris does a lot of things in a slightly different way. However, one detail remains a constant across all the parks, Disneyland Paris included: Guests who pre-plan, know what to expect and understand the rules will surely have a magical vacation.

Disneyland Paris basics

Before delving into all you need to know about experiencing Disneyland Paris, it's important to have a lay of the land and understand the logistics of getting to the property.

Located about 25 miles east of Paris ' city center in Chessy, France, Disneyland Paris is easy to reach by train. The Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy train station sits a few steps away from the park's entrance and is accessible via Réseau Express Régional routes departing from downtown Paris and Trains à Grande Vitesse routes that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and other destinations in France.

Once at the property, you'll notice that Disneyland Paris has a similar layout to Disneyland Resort. Two theme parks — Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park — comprise the resort, with each within walking distance of the other. There is also an adjacent shopping and entertainment district known as Disney Village, as well as multiple themed hotels with additional services and dining locations.

Like all the Disney parks, Disneyland Paris is a bucket list experience for Disney fans, regardless of when you visit. However, now is an especially magical time to check out the resort, as it's celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2022, with celebrations set to continue until Sept. 30, 2023.

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Essential Disneyland Paris tips

If you are considering or planning a visit to Disneyland Paris, it's vital to know about the resort's unique rules and tricks. Even as a seasoned Disneyland and Walt Disney World visitor, I had to learn a lot of new things while at Disneyland Paris. Fortunately for us, the pieces ultimately fell into place once we identified the major differences. Here's what you need to know:

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Logistics are easier

Recently, Disneyland and Disney World have received a lot of negative press for their complicated post-pandemic rules and procedures. While Disneyland Paris did implement a few changes after its reopening that have stuck, nearly everything is much easier to navigate for the casual visitor.

For example, Disneyland Paris does require park reservations for some guests, but if you are booking a Disneyland vacation package for a stay at an on-property hotel, then no park reservations are required.

Ticketing options are simpler, more flexible and overall less expensive as well. Guests who purchase park tickets as part of a vacation package will find ticketing to be as easy as showing up and entering. If you are not purchasing a ticket as part of a package, it's still a fairly straightforward process. Once you know how many days you'll be visiting, all that's left to decide is whether you want a dated or an undated ticket. (Dated tickets are cheaper but require picking your entry dates when you book, whereas undated tickets are pricier but let you choose your park dates after booking.) If you pick a dated ticket, you can then opt for a park hopper or one-park option. That's about it. Should your plans change, tickets are fully refundable up until three days prior to their valid date.

Thankfully, tickets are cheaper than in the U.S. with one-day, one-park tickets starting around $70-$80, depending on the date. In the U.S., they can be roughly double that price.

Disneyland Paris also doesn't have arbitrary time limits on its park hopping hours. If you've purchased a park hopper ticket, you are free to go back and forth between the two parks at any time of day.

In short, there are fewer opportunities at Disneyland Paris to make a mistake and find that you've run afoul of some obscure new rule. We found that assurance comforting, especially when dealing with the greater logistical challenges already inherent in an international trip.

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Ride lines are mostly manageable

The most common complaints about theme parks around the world are the crowds and long lines. Disneyland Paris certainly has its fair share of both, but we were pleasantly surprised to find that standby queues for attractions were not as painfully long as guests might fear.

My family visited during a peak time of year (the U.K.'s summer recess from school), so we experienced ride lines at close to their worst. Lines were a little longer than I like to stand in but were by no means as terrible as lines you'll find at Disneyland or Disney World on a very busy day. If you can time your visit for a weekday when kids are not on break, you'll likely have an even more manageable time at Disneyland Paris.

Of course, there are tricks to finding shorter lines, including arriving early for rope drop or staying late after many guests retire for the evening. Disneyland Paris also has single-rider lines for a number of popular attractions that can save you time. We used all of these tricks to great effect.

Additionally, Disneyland Paris has a skip-the-line FastPass-style program of its own for select rides, with two paid options available: Disney Premier Access One and Disney Premier Access Ultimate.

With the more affordable Premier Access One program, you pay between 9 and 18 euros (roughly $9-$18) per ride for expedited access at a particular time via the attraction's fast lane. Meanwhile, the Premier Access Ultimate program automatically gives you access to each ride's fast lane whenever you want for a higher price (usually well above 100 euros, or $100, per person, per day).

Since fewer guests use these pay-to-play options at Disneyland Paris, they don't have as great of an impact on standby lines for non-paying guests. As a result, my family decided to skip the high cost of the upgraded Premier Access option and instead purchase three regular Premier Access One passes during our three-day visit. We found them to be far less complex than Disney's confusing paid Genie+ and Lightning Lane systems currently in operation at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Our most valuable purchase was for Crush's Coaster, which historically has the longest line at either park.

The second park is weak

Disneyland Paris includes two parks, but guests should know before deciding how to divide their time that the parks are far from equal. Disneyland Park is the property's main draw and where most guests spend the bulk of their time. There's also Walt Disney Studios Park, which only has a couple of major attractions mixed in with a lot you can skip, making it the much weaker of the two parks.

Recognizing this lack of star power at the latter, Disney has started making incremental changes to Walt Disney Studios Park. Earlier this summer, a brand new land called Marvel Avengers Campus debuted in the park.

Like its counterpart in Anaheim, the land has a new "Spider-Man"-themed attraction and a lot of new characters and dining locations. Avengers Campus delivers a solid product just like it does in Anaheim, but it's not enough to redeem the park as a whole. Walt Disney Studios Park still has a long way to go.

Thankfully, there is more coming, with a "Frozen" land set to debut in 2024. Still, until that area opens, Walt Disney Studios Park remains a half-day park at best. If you're a frequent Disneyland visitor like me and my family, odds are you'll want to allot even less time for the park, as Paris' Avengers Campus isn't that different from what you'll find in Anaheim.

It can be done as a day trip

With so many other can't-miss attractions in the City of Light, it's understandably hard to justify spending too many days at a theme park. So, a lot of travelers visit Disneyland Paris as a day trip from the city, as it's only about a 40-minute train ride away from the city center.

If your time will be limited when you visit, know that it's still possible to get a solid overview of the parks in a single day. You'll be able to ride quite a few of the headliner attractions in that time, especially if you budget for a couple of Premier Access One passes. Since Walt Disney Studios Park lacks the same wow factor as Disneyland Park, you can easily get by with a single-park ticket instead of the park hopper upgrade.

That said, Disney fans would be remiss if they didn't set aside a little more time for the parks.

Disneyland Paris is nearly as large as Disneyland Resort, so you'll need more than a day to truly see it all, especially if you want to ride every unique attraction available. We allotted a full day and two half days (an evening on our arrival and a morning before flying elsewhere in Europe) for our Disneyland Paris visit and found it was just about the right amount of time for a family of Disney fans.

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The food is not on par with the US parks

Travelers come from around the world to experience France's magnificent food scene. Unfortunately, there is very little of that fine cuisine at Disneyland Paris.

I had heard from friends and fellow Disney experts for many years that the food in Disneyland Paris was terrible, so my family had low expectations when it was time for our visit. Much to my surprise, everything wasn't inedible slop: Every quick-service meal and buffet we had was entirely adequate. In fact, the food was pretty similar in quality to an average quick-service meal you'll get at Disneyland or Disney World. Prices weren't excessively high, either.

Where the food faltered most was in the sit-down establishments. For example, my husband and daughter ate at Captain Jack's, a fine dining restaurant overlooking the Pirates of the Caribbean ride that reminded them of Disneyland Resort's Blue Bayou. They found the meal was quite expensive, especially since both of their dishes were extremely overcooked. I've heard similar complaints from friends who've dined at Bistrot Chez Rémy in recent years as well.

We found some other food inadequacies at Disneyland Paris, too. The parks simply don't have a lot of snack options or variety, a strange state of affairs given how the U.S. parks churn out new, Instagrammable treats for every holiday or special event under the sun.

Disneyland Paris also doesn't keep all its in-park restaurants open full-time. A number of quick-service options close before the dinner hour, leaving pretty slim pickings for guests who haven't made reservations at pricier sit-down restaurants.

To avoid being disappointed during your visit, do as we did and make food as little of a focus of your trip as possible. Skip the expensive table-service restaurants and instead plan in advance to eat some utilitarian theme park basics like chicken fingers, pizza and burgers at quick-service establishments. As long as you check in advance so you know which options are open, particularly later in the day, you'll have no trouble filling empty stomachs.

Service isn't quite up to Disney standards

While I hate to be a stereotypical American complaining about French service, the reality is that there are subjective cultural differences that many visitors to Disneyland Paris will probably perceive when it comes to service. France just doesn't have the same tradition of effusive, overly friendly customer service that guests who frequent the American (or even the Asian) Disney parks are used to.

That's not to say that the customer service in Disneyland Paris is poor. We found most cast members quite courteous and even had a couple of magical moments with a select few. We were also impressed by the fact that every cast member we encountered spoke English, which we found helpful since none of us speak French.

Still, cast members were noticeably more blunt in tone and less visible everywhere in the parks. I got the distinct impression that there were fewer cast members per capita in the Paris parks than in other Disney parks I have visited. This was especially evident at the park entrances, where cast members were in short supply for morning rope drop. Clueless guests were trying to scan their tickets and passes at the turnstiles only to encounter errors and slow down the lines considerably at a pivotal time.

Ultimately, park operations felt a little more like a regional theme park in America than the gold standard of Disney efficiency and warmth.

The parks' beauty is its own attraction

What Disneyland Paris lacks in customer service it more than makes up for in beauty.

Disneyland Park is easily the most beautiful theme park I've visited. It feels like a microcosm of the well-designed city of Paris itself, with wide pathways surrounded by colorful, meticulously maintained landscaping. Many of the ride buildings have bold theming that commands your attention, such as the Jules Verne-inspired Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain.

This unique atmosphere means that guests should approach a visit to the resort a little differently. Disneyland Paris is a park that is meant to be savored. If you run from ride to ride all day, you'll miss a major part of what makes the property so special.

We slowed down during parts of our trip and made time to explore some of the non-ride attractions and specially themed play areas (which are far more ubiquitous than in the U.S. parks). We found these areas sparked the curiosity of our kids, who enjoyed wandering the meandering pathways and playing in spaces like Alice's Curious Labyrinth and Skull Rock.

Another visual delight was the arcades — enclosed pathways that run behind the shops of Main Street U.S.A. These pathways serve the practical purpose of moving big crowds but in a visually stunning setting. Of course, the awe-inspiring Disneyland Paris castle is another gorgeous feature that no guest should miss.

Many attractions are familiar — but uniquely different

A quick glance at the map of Disneyland Paris may give the impression that the park is largely a clone of the Magic Kingdom in Florida or Disneyland Park in California . Sure, quite a few attractions, such as Peter Pan's Flight and Mad Hatter's Tea Cups, are similar to what you'll find in the U.S., but a number of rides at Disneyland Paris actually have unique twists all their own despite looking like carbon copies of their American counterparts.

For example, two thrill rides, Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain, are far more intense than those in the U.S. As such, roller coaster lovers should make a beeline for them. Parents, on the other hand, will probably need to pause and consider whether more cautious kids in the family are ready for the more intense experience.

Additionally, spooky rides like Phantom Manor (similar to the Haunted Mansion) and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror have very different storylines than the ones in the U.S. Both have an edgier and more morbid vibe thanks to the French influence.

Even some children's rides have new angles. Casey Jr., for example, is actually a mild kiddie coaster rather than the slow-moving train that sits in Anaheim. Storybook Land Canal Boats brings guests through different fairy-tale scenes than the ones that appear at Disneyland Resort, too.

Given how many rides vary here despite their similar theming, you should err on the side of riding as much as possible while at Disneyland Paris. Though you may think you've experienced a ride before in Florida or California, chances are it will offer a very new experience.

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On-property hotels fall short

For guests who plan to visit for more than a day trip, there are seven on-property hotels to choose from.

As you may expect, Disneyland Paris is no exception to the price premium you'll pay to stay on property when visiting Disney. Still, there are a couple of key benefits, including the proximity to the parks and the early entry benefit (known here as Extra Magic Hours), that swayed our family to stay at the on-site Disney Sequoia Lodge.

A moderately-priced hotel with national park lodge theming, the Disney Sequoia Lodge's rooms and common areas felt extremely tired and dated. In fact, the hotel was nowhere near as nice as the newly renovated value resorts at Walt Disney World such as Disney's Pop Century Resort , despite being more expensive. As a result, it didn't seem to offer as much value as what we're used to getting when staying at American Disney properties.

Other properties like the flagship Disneyland Hotel, which sits right above the Disneyland Paris park gates, may provide more value but are currently unavailable due to an extensive renovation expected to wrap up in 2024.

In the meantime, the most luxurious option is the newly renovated Disney Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel. While it is visually stunning, my family couldn't justify paying peak summer prices of more than $800 a night to stay in a small hotel room that had two double beds and was a 15-minute walk from the gates.

Given the shortcomings of these hotels, you may find it hard to stomach spending hundreds of dollars on a room that's officially on property. So, if you're on a tighter budget, you may be better served by staying off-property, especially if you wouldn't use the early entry benefit.

Bottom line

While there were a couple of ways in which the French parks underdelivered, Disneyland Paris is mostly a positive and enjoyable experience.

Disneyland Paris has a number of surprising and delightful differences that Disney fans will enjoy, from its beautiful grounds to unique attraction variations. Visiting Disneyland Paris also requires less preparation and touring the parks there feels less stressful.

In a way, we found our trip replicated the experience of visiting the U.S. parks a decade or more ago when the costs and the stakes of taking a theme park vacation weren't quite so high. Because of this, Disneyland Paris is well worth a Paris detour.

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2024 Disneyland Paris Planning Guide

Our Disneyland Paris vacation planning guide for 2024 covers info & tips for visiting the theme parks in France, plus hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, ride ratings, and theme park itineraries. It’s current info and advice, with regular revisions based on what’s new & next at DLP and Walt Disney Studios Park. ( Updated December 27, 2023 .)

Disneyland Paris will enter a time of transition in 2024. The 30th Anniversary is over and planned expansion for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, World of Frozen: The Kingdom of Arendelle, has been delayed until 20225. In the meantime, Christmas is being celebrated until January 7, 2024.

The very next day, Disneyland Paris will gradually begin introducing a series of exciting experiences that will add color to cloudy winter days: Disney Symphony of Colours. This seasonal event includes a new nighttime drone sequence, a new daytime show, and brand-new decorations!

To be sure, Disney Symphony of Colours looks like a nice little off-season offering. In particular, the Disney Electrical Sky Parade–a nighttime drone parade in the sky–looks fantastic! This new nighttime show will combine synchronised drones, video projections, lights and fountains across Sleeping Beauty Castle.

However, this seasonal event won’t be nearly on par with the Disneyland Paris 30th Anniversary. Nor should it be–that was a milestone celebration, and this is a wintertime event. Beyond Disney Symphony of Colours, it’s unknown what Disneyland Paris will do in 2024. Halloween and Christmas celebrations are a given, but those won’t begin until September.

In between, there’s the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. That will be a  huge  deal for the city, and as the biggest tourist destination in Europe, the games are likely to draw huge crowds to Disneyland Paris. It’s our expectation that the parks will do something to celebrate–and help absorb the crowds–we just don’t know what.

As mentioned above, the new Frozen land in Walt Disney Studios Park (WDSP) was supposed to be done in time for the Olympics. Instead, it looks like WDSP will be a vertiable construction zone, with the front of the park torn up and construction ongoing on the lake, new areas and attractions.

The good news is that Disneyland Paris continues to make progress in expanding and adding new things. The park has brought back “Disney Stars on Parade” and “Disney Illuminations,” and has been rolling out more new entertainment, including “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure” and more.

The only modification still in place (for now) is that an online reservation system is in use to manage attendance. Guests who purchase dated tickets to Disneyland Paris or Walt Disney Studios Park do not need to register and reserve a date. Likewise, guests with hotel + ticket packages that include park admittance will receive admission for the duration of their stay and do not need to use the new online reservation system.

There’s also been an overhaul of the Annual Pass program, which essentially amounts to a nearly 50% price increase coupled with a reduction of benefits. Suffice to say, diehard fans have been upset, with a petition gaining traction along with threats to protest. But that probably isn’t relevant to the overwhelming majority of people reading this Disneyland Paris planning guide.

Whether you are considering a day at Disneyland Paris–the most popular tourist destination in Europe–as part of a non-Disney trip to France, or are a huge Disney fan planning an international trip for Disneyland Paris, this guide has you covered. We will detail everything from hotels to dining, and answer the important question of when is a good time to visit Disneyland Paris?

First, a bit of a primer about Disneyland Paris. Located in Marne-la-Vallée, which is actually a suburb of Paris, Disneyland Paris is about 45 minutes from the city center by train–and significantly closer to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The entire resort consists of 7 official Disney-themed hotels, several partner hotels, the Disney Village entertainment and shopping district, and the two parks: Parc Disneyland and the Walt Disney Studios Park.

The resort as a whole of Disneyland Paris is larger than Disneyland Resort and smaller than Walt Disney World. While we’d never recommend visiting France and only seeing Disneyland Paris, it is a bona fide vacation destination in itself if you wanted to make it one. Moreover, Parc Disneyland is an absolutely amazing theme park, much like the original Disneyland, albeit with far fewer rides. It does have a treasure trove of beautiful details, seasonal entertainment, and much more.

In fact, in our Best & Worst Disney Theme Parks in the World post, Parc Disneyland ranks #4, ahead of popular parks like Disney California Adventure and Epcot. It mostly scores so high because of its beauty. Before I get ahead of myself gushing over Disneyland Paris’ beauty, let’s cover the question of when you should visit Disneyland Paris…

When to Visit Disneyland Paris?

If you have your choice of dates and seasons for visiting Disneyland Paris, our strong recommendation would be to visit Disneyland Paris during spring, fall, or winter, particularly during shoulder seasons outside of France’s peak tourist seasons. In particular, we love Christmas at Disneyland Paris (see this Info & Tips post) , which is a great time to visit so long as you avoid Christmas week through New Year’s Eve.

We typically recommend avoiding the months of June through August, both because of crowds and recent heat waves that have swept over Europe the last couple summers. The only downside to not visiting during the summer is missing the Lion King Jungle Festival, which draws rave reviews. However, nothing is worth the poor weather and crowds.

Speaking of which, we find the weather to be best in Paris in April and May, and late September through November. These are the most temperate times of the year, and even though it can snow in the winter, it’s usually not too cold in mid-November. (Mid-to late December might be pushing your luck, though.)

Christmas is an excellent time to visit Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park for a flurry of additional seasonal entertainment, and for the beautiful decorations all around the park. Plus, you cannot beat the feel of the City of Paris during the holiday months.

If you’re thinking more long-term, there’s also the question of whether to visit in 2024 or to wait. Disneyland Paris has huge long-term plans that as part of a $2.5 billion revitalization to the Walt Disney Studios Park (see concept art above) .

This redevelopment of Walt Disney Studios Park will roll out in phases leading up to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics through 2025 or 2026. The first component was Avengers Campus, which is now open. The Kingdom of Arendelle is up next after that, and is likely to open in Summer 2025.

Another land should be coming after World of Frozen/Arendelle. It’s unclear whether that’s still the plan, though. Previously, a version of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was slated to be built as part of the Walt Disney Studios Park expansion, but it seems like that plan was abandoned after Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge underperformed in the United States.

For everything else on the horizon at Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park, consult our Guide to What’s New & Next in 2024 at Disneyland Paris . That covers all of the projects slated for the parks and hotels, when you can expect new attractions to debut, resort closures, and refurbishments.

Now that we know nothing is opening in time for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, we’d recommend visiting Disneyland Paris in the first half of 2024 in order to beat the Olympics crowds. Typically, the host cities of Olympics see bumps in tourism thanks to the marketing value of the games.

It’s not as if Paris needs Olympics coverage to put it on the map, but we’d still expect elevated visitor numbers to France in the second half of 2024 and 2025. Disneyland Paris will likely benefit from that, and see higher crowds as a result.

Of course, there’s a lot to France beyond Disneyland Paris and you should also plan your travel dates around when it’s best to visit other spots on your itinerary. The city of Paris is our second-favorite city in the world, and we highly recommend spending at least several days there.

As for traveling to the rest of France and within Europe, we highly recommend it! We offer extensive travel tips in our Ultimate Guide to Paris, France over on TravelCaffeine.com , our non-Disney travel blog. That’s a good place to start planning the other days of your vacation.

We’ve visited multiple locations in Europe, including Normandy, the Loire Valley, and Côte d’Azur regions of France. Outside of France, we’ve traveled to Norway, Denmark, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

While we love Disney–and Disneyland Paris–many of these other real-world locations have been the highlights of our trips. Europe is full of amazing places that leave an indelible mark on a person. There’s so much beyond the parks at Disneyland Paris, and truly something for everyone. From history to modern culture to shady red light districts (because we’re so sure Disney fans are into that sort of thing! 😉 ), there’s truly something for everyone.

If this has you tempted to travel to Europe to see Disneyland Paris and other lasting cultural experiences, or if you were already planning a visit and want more info and tips, let’s start planning! (All links open in new tabs, so feel free to click away and head down the rabbit hole!)

How Many Days?

Based upon the foregoing, when planning a trip to Disneyland Paris, you should not just plan a quick trip to see Disneyland Resort Paris, but should also plan on visiting at least Paris and another European city or two. On our first trip, we flew into Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris, then spent equal amounts of time in Disneyland Paris and Paris, before taking the Eurostar to London and then flying out of London’s Heathrow airport.

When it comes to Europe as a whole, you should visit for as many days as you can. The reality of things is that vacation time is finite, and travel is costly, so most people probably are looking at maybe a week or so on the vacation. My strong advice would be to try and stretch the trip to at least 10 days even if that requires saving money and vacation time a bit longer.

How much time you’ll want to spend on each leg of your trip is largely a personal question. If you aren’t a Disney fan and are just going for the sake of your kids or because it’s on your list of highlights near Paris, my recommendation would probably be to just go for 1 day, spending it entirely at Parc Disneyland, experiencing some of the best attractions, and enjoying the ambiance.

If you are a Disney fan, I’d recommend 3 days at Disneyland Paris. There’s a lot to explore in Parc Disneyland, and the park is incredibly detailed, so planning on allocating 2 or 2.5 days for that park is advisable. On our trips to France, we’ve done as few days as 2 and as many as 5. Two felt like too few, and 5 was too many.

Most people can accomplish the Walt Disney Studios park in half a day or a day. There is an assortment of enjoyable attractions there, but the park is mostly ugly. I wouldn’t downright encourage anyone to skip this park, but it’s not going to be the highlight of anyone’s trip. It’s getting better, and should be a park worthy of the “Disney” name by 2024.

The best part of Walt Disney Studios Park is the La Place de Rémy mini-land, which is like a “Streets of Paris” area based upon Ratatouille. If your interest is piqued in this area, check out my Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy Review and Bistrot Chez Rémy Review . Avengers Campus is also a nice addition, although the industrial style is more of the same at WDSP. Ultimately, if you only have one day to experience Disneyland Paris, skip the Studios and just do the Disneyland park.

In addition to time for exploring Parc Disneyland and the Walt Disney Studios Park, you will want to set aside a bit of time to explore the hotels and Disney Village, too. The hotels are pretty cool, whereas Disney Village is a mostly dated, sad take on Downtown Disney. The highlights of Disney Village are Earl of Sandwich and Five Guys, which are great late night meals after the parks close.

Depending upon your level of interest and stamina, seeing these areas can probably be accomplished after the parks close, depending upon what time the parks close. During my visits, even on busier days, the latest the parks closed was 10 pm; many nights the parks closed as early as 7 pm.

Most Parisians eat late dinners, so hotel restaurants are frequently open until 11 pm or 12 am (with the bars and lounges open even later), giving us ample time to enjoy the hotels after our days at the park were complete. During the summer months, the parks may be open until 11 pm or midnight, so you may have to find another time to visit the hotels and Disney Village.

Vacation Packages

Once you’ve determined how many days to visit Disneyland Paris, you need to decide whether a vacation package is for you. These work a lot like vacation packages at other Disney Parks in that they can contain a hotel, park tickets, and meal plan, or just a hotel stay.

Many of the best discounts for Disneyland Paris bundle these components together. In fact, to save money on a hotel, you almost always have to purchase park tickets from Disneyland Paris (unless you have an Annual Pass). Sometimes, the discount will be for a percentage off the room, sometimes it will include free a Half Board or Full Board Meal Package (more on this below), sometimes it’ll include free park tickets, and sometimes it will include free nights.

For example, Disneyland Paris promotions often include 30% off a room plus free Half Board dining and buy 2 nights get 2 nights free at a hotel. (Both promos include park tickets.) Alternatively, there are hotel discounts available for Annual Passholders of up to 40% off. All of these discounts are pretty representative of what’s generally offered.

What further complicates matters is that different versions of the Disneyland Paris website (e.g. the United Kingdom version, Belgium, Germany, etc.) offer different prices for the same promotion. I recently priced out a December trip, and it was ~$120 more expensive on the U.S. site than the U.K. site. Since you can book via any of these sites, regardless of where you live, it’s best to comparison shop among the different versions of the site, and book where it’s cheapest.

This can all be pretty challenging if you’re a newbie, particularly given the language barriers and default currencies on the various Disneyland Paris sites. However, it’s worth it because you’ll save the most money this way. Aside from the comparison shopping to get the best price, planning a Disneyland Paris vacation is easy as compared to a Walt Disney World vacation.

Getting There

I’m going to make the assumption that anyone reading this is flying to Europe from overseas, not a European driving to Disneyland Paris for a day trip (if you’re driving and looking for advice…try Google Maps, I guess?). From Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris there are three main options: TGV, RER, or VEA shuttle.

The TGV is the best of these options, and it drops you off right outside Disneyland Paris’ gates. The process is very simple; head to Terminal 2 and purchase a ticket for the TGV at a kiosk in the airport with a destination of “Marne La Vallee Ches.”

This train takes 10 minutes to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris (it’s literally the first stop). The caveats here are that this train is substantially more expensive (one-way ticket prices vary, but are typically $15-30) and there can be over an hour gap between trains. Moreover, we do not recommend buying a ticket for this in advance due to flight delays, customs, etc.

The Magical Shuttle is the second-best option, but it stops at a number of hotels (think Disney’s Magical Express). However, it’s convenient and pretty easy. Prices for this vary, but it’s generally the most expensive option. You can book tickets here .

The RER is the final option. This can be time consuming, as you have to go from CDG airport to central Paris and switch lines to head back to Marne-la-Vallee. Both CDG and MLV are outside Paris, so doing this essentially means you have to backtrack. It’d be like taking a flight from Chicago to Detroit with a layover in St. Louis. However, if you’re buying a RER pass or your hotel is on the RER line, this may be your best option. It’s relatively straightforward, it just takes about an hour to accomplish.

If you’re coming from somewhere other than CDG airport, consider the Eurostar train, which also drops you off right outside Disneyland Paris’ gates. We traveled the Eurostar (aka the “Chunnel”) and it was an excellent experience. This is a great way to get to Disneyland Paris if you’re primarily visiting another major city in Europe. What’s especially nice is that a Eurostar station is right in MLV. My assumption is that this was built as part of Disney’s agreement to bring a park to Paris…because there’s no other reason why little ‘ole Marne-la-Vallee would have a Eurostar station.

All of this seems complicated and intimidating at first (at least it did to us), but it’s really simple once you understand the basics.

Where to Stay

Disneyland Paris has seven official resorts, with a variety of nearby “off-site” hotels. We have a Disneyland Paris Hotel Comparison post that compares and contrasts the hotels, offering our recommendations on where to stay. We’ll cover some of the same ground below, but if you’re debating which hotel to book, that’s really the post to read.

We’ve stayed in the recently renovated Sequoia Lodge ( click here to read our Sequoia Lodge Review ) and Hotel New York ( click here to read our Hotel New York Review ). We’ve also stayed at Newport Bay Club ( click here to read our Newport Bay Club Review ) and several off-site hotels.

Other hotels include Disneyland Hotel (the flagship Victorian-themed hotel), Hotel Cheyenne (themed to be the ‘streets’ of a Western town), and Hotel Santa Fe (designed with a cold, Southwestern pueblo style). If you were schooled by Count von Count, you probably noticed that I only mention six of the seven resorts. The last, Davy Crockett Ranch, is a campground located a bit further away that I did not visit.

Assuming you don’t have a car for your visit to France, you’ll have a few ways to get to and from Disneyland Paris: your feet, taxi, RER train, or shuttle. The 6 on-site hotels can each by accessed by walking (or shuttle). Disneyland Hotel is about a one minute walk from the turnstiles, Hotel New York is ~10 minute walk, Sequoia Lodge is ~12 minute walk, Newport Bay Club is ~15 minute walk, with Hotels Cheyenne and Santa Fe a tad above the 15 minute mark.

In terms of pricing, Hotel Cheyenne and Santa Fe are on the low end of the scale, with ascending prices for Sequoia Lodge, Newport Bay Club, Hotel New York, and finally, Disneyland Hotel. Nightly rates range from ~$100/night for Hotel Santa Fe to over $1,000/night for Disneyland Hotel. Average rates for each hotels are all over the place depending upon what kind of discount you can score.

These price fluctuations can make booking a Disneyland Paris hotel a bit frustrating. Generally speaking, we far prefer staying on-site rather than off-site. However, we are not paying over $400/night for Newport Bay Club or Sequoia Lodge. Conversely, ~$150/night makes those resorts a no-brainer (we’d even be willing to pay around $200/night).

Hotel New York has reopened after a multi-year closure for a top to bottom redo during which time it was converted to “Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel.”

This new-look resort celebrates 80 years of Marvel storytelling in a typical New York setting, with a contemporary Art Deco style. Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel is inspired by a New York art gallery, paying tribute to the city that is home to many iconic Marvel characters and the artists who created them.

The next resort to receive a multi-year reimagining is the flagship Disneyland Hotel. This iconic property overlooking Parc Disneyland is currently closed for an ambitious transformation at Disneyland Paris, reopening in Winter 2024 with a royal theme inspired by Disney princesses.

In addition to the room reimagining, the layout of the hotel’s public spaces and equipment in the rooms will also be enhanced. Guests will benefit from a larger pool area, an expanded spa, and updated restaurants & lounges. The totality of which is aimed at earning Disneyland Hotel a five-star rating.

This complete refurbishment is the next step in an ambitious renovation plan for all Disneyland Paris hotels spanning years and more than 5,700 rooms. The ambitious transformation plan demonstrates Disneyland Paris’s ongoing commitment to continually invest in the guest experience and improving the resort. See Reimagined Disneyland Hotel in Paris Opening Date, Concept Art, Room & Restaurant Details  for more info!

Off-Site Lodging

We’ve stayed at several off-site hotels in Val d’Europe, which is the first stop from Disneyland Resort Paris on the RER A line. Combining the time it takes to walk from Disneyland Paris to the RER station (3 minutes), the time it took on the train (5-15 minutes, depending upon the train schedule), and the time it took to walk from the station in Val d’Europe to our hotel (3 minutes), you have about a 25 minute commute, at worst. Several of these hotels are also within walking distance of Disneyland Paris (25-35 minute walks, depending upon the hotel).

The whole town of Val d’Europe is relatively new, having been master-planned in conjunction with Disney. It has a Celebration/suburbia vibe to it, but with traditional French stylization. While it doesn’t have the same historical allure of the quaint villages in France, it has its own modern charm and is not too cookie cutter. All of this is to say that the hotels of Val d’Europe are probably solid options if you don’t want to pay the insane prices of Disneyland Paris hotels.

Generally, these hotels in Val d’Europe can be booked for $75-150/night, which makes them (typically) cheaper than Disneyland Paris on-site hotels. You can also walk from some of the hotels to Disneyland Paris (Hipark Serris is the hotel closest to the parks, for what it’s worth), which is much more convenient than taking the RER, we think.

Another option, particularly if you’re spending time elsewhere in France, is Airbnb…

We have a post that discusses our Tips for Using Airbnb in case you’re unfamiliar with the service. We’ve used it several times in Europe, including a couple of times in Paris. It’s an inexpensive alternative to a hotel, and nice because it also allows you to live like a local, whether that means doing some laundry halfway through your trip or just going to the market to get fresh produce (and cheese…AND WINE!) to prepare you own meals.

Other than that, the biggest upside is price. You can find sometimes find deals on hotels in Val d’Europe, but deals on nice accommodations are less common in Paris (proper) or other cities. The value proposition of renting your own apartment or flat is significantly greater than booking a hotel.

We’ve had some really great Airbnb experiences all around the world, and wouldn’t hesitate to use it again near Disneyland Paris, or anywhere in Europe, for that matter.

Off-Site v. On-Site?

For us, the Disney on-site hotel experience isn’t just about the room. All things considered, the Disney hotels we’ve stayed in at Disneyland Paris are nicer overall than the off-site hotels. Aside from price, the one upside to the Val d’Europe hotels is getting more spacious suites and multi-room villas.

Beyond being immersed in the Disney bubble, there are some perks to staying on-site at Disneyland Paris. The big ones are being within walking distance of the parks, Extra Magic Hours, taking advantage of the Full or Half Board Meal Plans, and exclusive character meets.

By far, the biggest of these is the Extra Magic Hour perk. Guests staying in the Disney-owned hotels are able to enter the parks 2 hours before the general public to experience select attractions every morning. The first hour of Extra Magic Hours is generally pretty dead–it’s easy to get totally empty photos of Main Street, and you can experience attractions like Peter Pan’s Flight with minimal waits.

If you do decide to stay on-site, my unscientific recommendations for hotels would be: Hotel Cheyenne (value), Sequoia Lodge (moderate), or Disneyland Hotel (deluxe). Hotel Cheyenne had a fun feel to it and no pretenses of being artfully designed, likely making it a hotel kids would enjoy. Sequoia Lodge has theming is reminiscent of a National Park lodge, except with Frank Lloyd Wright inspiration oddly found throughout the architecture.

If you’re thinking about booking a Disneyland Paris vacation package, you should know about the various Meal Plans the on-site hotels offer. These are sometimes bundled into packages for “free” or available as an add-on.

This is somewhat like the Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World, except it uses pre-paid physical vouchers. Disneyland Paris offers Full and Half Board Meal Plans: the Half Board plan includes 1 meal voucher for lunch or dinner, plus a breakfast voucher. The Full Board plan includes 2 meal vouches for lunch and dinner, plus a breakfast voucher.

There are four different tiers to each of these Meal Plans available, escalating in price and what’s included. At the lowest end of the spectrum is the Hotel plan, which includes breakfast and dinner at your hotel only. Standard gives you a choice of 5+ buffet restaurants. Plus provides access to 15+ buffet and table service restaurants. Premium is available at almost every table service restaurant in Disneyland Paris, including character meals.

The bottom line with these Meal Plans is that they can be a really good value if you do a little research and book expensive restaurants. For example, even though the Premium Plan is $100+ per person, per night, doing daily meals at places like California Grill and Auberge de Cendrillon could amount to a daily value of over $150. Same goes for the lower tiers.

On the other hand, if you choose an expensive plan and end up doing mostly counter service meals, there’s the potential for losing a lot of money each day on the Disneyland Paris Meal Plans.

Our ultimate take is that the Meal Plans are a good option if dining is an important part of your trip and you plan to do your research ahead of time to determine where to eat (and make reservations ~60 days in advance). If dining isn’t so important or you don’t intend upon doing the research, skip the Disneyland Paris Meals. There’s one big reason for this…

The reason is that a lot of the food at Disneyland Paris is not very good. Given that this is France , you’d expect Disneyland Paris to have some stellar dining options. Unfortunately, expectations here don’t comport with reality. Restaurants at Disneyland Paris are not that good and are not that “French.”

The good news is that dining has been improving in the last few years, and we’ve had some good meals at Walt’s – An American Restaurant and Captain Jack’s. Nevertheless, we are still cautious about Disneyland Paris dining, as we’ve had hit or miss success in the ast.

We’ve since tried out many other restaurants at Disneyland Paris, some good, some really bad. The general trend is towards improvement, which is definitely reassuring. For reviews of individual restaurants, read our Disneyland Paris Restaurant Reviews . We also have a Guide to Drinking at Disneyland Paris for those who want to go out after the parks close!

If you want to avoid disappointment, we’d recommend approaching dining at Disneyland Paris from the perspective of experiencing restaurants with cool themes. Our Top 10 Themed Restaurants at Disneyland Paris post should help with this.

This is how we have approached dining there, and it has worked pretty well. The two restaurants at which we ate the first time, Walt’s and Captain Jack’s, were beautiful, and worth the experience, even considering the food. Walt’s has a similar feel to Club 33 at Disneyland, and Captain Jack’s overlooks the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, much like Blue Bayou at Disneyland.

Counter Service meals are generally okay. It’s about what you’d expect from average counter service restaurants at Walt Disney World or Disneyland. In general, the options are not adventurous, but rather, are stereotypical theme park foods. Lots of pizza, burgers, salads, and fried foods.

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as portion sizes are large and prices are not out of line (by normal Disney standards). In addition, the design of many of these restaurants is truly impressive. Toad Hall features more detail than all of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride at Disneyland, and serves some pretty good fish & chips, too.

In terms of portions, the only portion size that will be smaller in Disneyland Paris is soda. There are no free refills in any restaurant (this is typical of Europe) and soda sizes in general are much smaller. So, if you’re a Coke addict, a trip to Disneyland Paris might prove costly!

Although not as good as what you’ll find in the city of Paris, Disneyland Paris snacks are solid. We highly recommend the Cable Car Bake Shop on Main Street. Not just for its sweets, but also because it’s a beautifully designed, intimate location.

One thing to mention so that you don’t get too excited while planning specific places to eat is that Disneyland Paris often closes some of its restaurants depending upon crowds. This has been a huge issue in the last few years, and judging by the calendars published thus far, it will remain a huge problem throughout the rest of this year.

This can be very frustrating for planning purposes, and playing the “ what’s open today? ” game while in the park is equally frustrating, as the signs up indicating which restaurants are open differ from spot to spot. You often don’t know what is open until you walk up to a particular restaurant.

To make matters worse, even the limited slate of restaurants that is open often closes before 5 pm. This means that lines for dinner at the 2-3 restaurants that are open into the evening hours are ridiculously long. We’ve heard frequent reports of guests waiting 45 minutes for a (terrible) burger at Cafe Hyperion. Don’t make that mistake.

One of the easiest ways to avoid this issue is to pack snacks and eat dinner in Disney Village. There are several good options there that are all open late, including Earl of Sandwich, McDonald’s, and Five Guys. All of these restaurants are comparable to their U.S. counterparts.

Earl of Sandwich is our favorite pick; it serves most of the same sandwiches as the Earl of Sandwich locations in the United States and is reasonably priced. It’s definitely disappointing to be in one of the world’s greatest food cities and eat at U.S. chains after the park closes, but unfortunately, that’s the sad reality of dining at Disneyland Paris.

Our over-arching recommendation for those with finite travel budgets would be to save your money for dining in the city of Paris and eat on the cheap in Disneyland Paris. You may want to give at least one table service meal a try before adopting this strategy, though.

We’ve found that most people visit Disneyland Paris for 2 days, and if that’s your plan, our 1-Day Disneyland Paris Park Itinerary and 1-Day Walt Disney Studios Park Itinerary provide step-by-step touring plans for “perfect” days in each of the parks. If you have 3 days or more, simply explore at a leisurely pace in those additional days.

Additionally, we have tips for buying Disneyland Paris tickets in our Disneyland Paris Ticket Tips & Info post, which covers where to find discount park tickets, and the pros & cons of getting an Annual Pass versus buying single day tickets (it’s a closer call than you might think!). Remember that if you’re staying on-site at a Disneyland Paris hotel, there’s a good chance your package will include park tickets.

Then there’s the attractions. Chances are you’ve visited a Disney theme park some time in your life, and you have an idea of what attractions are worth experiencing. The biggest differences in Disneyland Paris are park design, layout, and level of detail. Many of the attractions are very similar in general nature to their US counterparts.

If you’re interested in developing a strategy for attractions or figuring out which to do and which to skip, check out our Disneyland Paris Attractions Guide and our Walt Disney Studios Park Attractions Guide . These guides have ratings for every attraction in Parc Disneyland and WDSP, and our recommendations for doing them.

In general, Disneyland Paris excels because it offers a lot to explore and excellent execution on theme. A die-hard Disney fan will notice differences in many attractions from the US versions, making every attraction a worthwhile experience. A casual guest will probably find that many attractions are “exactly the same” as their US counterparts.

Regardless of where you fall in that spectrum, you will enjoy the details and design if you slow down to enjoy them. That’s what we strongly recommend doing, and that’s how we believe Disneyland Paris is best enjoyed. Spend some time in the shops on Main Street, wander through the restaurants, and look for clues about the backstory.

What About Maintenance?

If you’ve done any research into Disneyland Paris, you might’ve already read horror stories about the park’s upkeep. Historically, it has been so bad that we’re dedicating an entire section in this guide to the topic. Thankfully, this is not nearly as big of a problem as it once was. By and large, maintenance at Disneyland Paris is now close to on par with the U.S. Disney Parks.

A dramatic refresh to the entire resort called “Project Sparkle” has revitalized several popular attractions and entire lands. This is finished in the parks and is now continuing with the hotels.

Thankfully, Disneyland Paris has already turned a corner in terms of maintenance and refreshing the park. Now, we are seeing all of the hard work and refurbishments pay off, and Disneyland Paris is sparkling as a result. Let’s just hope it stays that way!

What to Pack

The items on our Unique Disney Packing List will be helpful in any of the Disney theme parks. Specific to Paris, one thing you will need is a voltage converter. We highly recommend this BESTEK Portable Travel Converter with multiple outlets. You can find cheaper ones, but they will be larger, heavier, and take up valuable real estate in your suitcase.

Another thing we recommend, particularly if you plan on traveling internationally beyond France, is purchasing a pocket MiFi unit. For years, we rented these when traveling, until we did a bit of research and discovered they’re fairly cheap to purchase.

I bought this Huawei 4G LTE Mobile Wifi Hotspot and then purchased a cheap (~$40 Orange Holiday) 10 GB SIM card at a Relay store in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport when we landed. If you have an unlocked phone, you can just put the SIM card directly into that, but we prefer the MiFi unit so that we can connect multiple devices. We find this to be a more efficient strategy when traveling internationally.

If you are going to be staying in multiple hotels during your European vacation, we highly recommend packing cubes or compression bags (I prefer the cubes) for organization. You can read more of our “carry-on philosophy” and which types of bags we use here . Seriously, this is really critical if you’re going to spend time on the rails or walking through Europe. So much easier than dragging around a ton of luggage!

When packing, also keep in mind that the climate of Paris is not the same as that of Orlando or Anaheim. Paris has legitimate winters, complete with snow and all. If you’re visiting any time from October through March, you should pack for cooler weather. Our Packing for Disney in Winter Guide is a start, but during the height of winter, you will want really warm clothes for many days.

Other Wisdom

It should come as no surprise that Europe does not use the US dollar as a currency. You can order euro from your bank prior to your trip, but withdrawing from an ATM is the better and easier route so long as your bank doesn’t charge exorbitant fees. It didn’t used to be the case, but now this is typically the better option.

Ideally, you’ll have a chipped credit card and will use that for the vast majority of your purchases. Chipped cards make international travel a breeze because they largely eliminate the need to deal in cash (besides from street vendors and other “older” retailers that don’t accept cash). We used chipped credit cards throughout our trip and just carried a bit of cash that we almost never used.

Moving on to another important “issue” for many people: smoking. While Disneyland Paris’ website will lead you to believe that smoking is only allowed in designated areas, the reality is that people smoke in every outdoor area. This is part and parcel of European culture, and something to keep in mind if smoke bothers you.

Free wireless internet is now available throughout Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park, the Disney Village, and all resort hotels. This is a relatively new development that roughly coincided with the rollout of the official Disneyland Paris app. There’s also free WiFi at the Disney Village McDonald’s and Earl of Sandwich, and most of the off-site hotels.

The toilets at Disneyland Paris are all highly advanced prototype “SMRT-1” devices that feature facial recognition, and will greet you by saying, “How do you do, sir/m’am?” It is customary and appropriate to respond to this by saying, “I’m well, how are you?” It is not considered rude to decline to respond to any of the toilet’s additional conversation.

Just kidding on that last tip…although it is a foreign country, it’s not a foreign universe! If you can navigate the US parks, you’ll be fine in Disneyland Paris!

For the most part, this should cover everything you need for planning for a trip to Disneyland Paris. I update this guide regularly based on changes in Disneyland Paris (and I have a Disneyland Paris Annual Pass burning a hole in my pocket, so I plan on making another return trip soon), so rest assured that the information here is current. With that said, if you have any unresolved questions, please feel free to ask in the comments.

If you need help planning your Disneyland Paris vacation beyond this, we recommend contacting an experienced (no fee), Authorized Disney Vacation Planner , which will also help you find the best deals. Want to see more photos or read about Disneyland Paris in agonizing detail? Check out our “Impressions de Bricker” Disneyland Paris Report , which covers our visit during the inaugural Disneyland Paris Half Marathon, or our Disneyland Paris 20th Anniversary Trip Report , which covers our first visit to Disneyland Paris!

Your Thoughts

Have you been to Disneyland Paris? What did you think? Planning and trip and have questions? Please leave them in the comments! If you’re a Disneyland Paris “regular” and you have tips of your own, please add them in the comments. I might just borrow them for the guide itself.

Written by Tom Bricker

THANK YOU for all of this insight. We went to DLP in late March 2023 with our 8 year old daughter and this guidance was key.

Staying in Serris in an AirBNB was great and felt almost “on-site”, because the village is so themed. There is a little boulangerie on the Main Street that would not be out of place in the parks.

The 30th Anniversary show with the drones was astonishing – I’ve never heard the sound of that many people gasping in unison.

“Un Monde die S’Illumine”, for parents of an 8 year old who had been in pandemic lockdown since she was 5 – the lyrics “We’re gonna dream a little bigger / Laugh a little harder / Sing a little louder now”, were really cathartic and moving. Like an announcement that the world is coming back.

The restaurant review link is broken, FYI

i have never beem to paris

Thank you for the detail & all of the links to your other articles!! We are planning a very cold early Feb 2024 visit (due to other plans) and when I try to book a hotel package, it won’t let me change the number of ticket days. I need 4 nights and 3 days b ut it will only give my 4 nights and 5 days of tickets. Any experience or tips with this??

DL Paris isn’t one of the US parks where we can customize our packages! DL Paris makes you buy one more day of ticket than nights of hotel stay. We bought a 4 day ticket with 3 nights for next month. We really only wanted a 3 day and 3 night package.

I read somewhere online you can call Disney Land Paris and book hotel and tickets seperately as opposed to a package. Maybe that will work?

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Guide to Disneyland Paris: Tips and tricks to know before you go

Paris has something for everyone—from history buffs and culture vultures to families and couples seeking out the magic of the City of Lights. And it doesn’t get more magical than Disneyland Paris, Europe’s only Disney theme park .

With two full theme parks (Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park), seven themed hotels, a Disney Village and a treasure trove of hidden secrets, where do you even begin? Here’s all you need to know about visiting Disneyland Paris, from where to stay and ticket bundles, to the best rides and restaurants to visit. It doesn’t matter how old you are, magic awaits in the wondrous world of Disneyland Paris.

Where to stay when visiting Disneyland Paris?

While Disneyland Paris can be explored within a day, you need at least two days to fully experience everything that Disneyland Paris has to offer. Not sure whether to stay within or outside the Disney compounds? Here’s what you need to know.

Hotels in Disneyland Paris

You’ll find seven themed Disney hotels within the park: The Disneyland Hotel , Disney’s Hotel New York , Disney’s Newport Bay Club , Disney’s Sequoia Lodge , Hotel Cheyenne , Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe and Disney’s Davy Crockett Ranch . A majority of them are situated around Lake Disney near the shopping and entertainment district—Disney Village—and most offer free shuttle services between the park and hotels. While staying within Disneyland Paris can be more pricey (with nightly rates ranging from $100 to $500 and up), staying within the themed hotels in the Disney “bubble” adds to the magical Disney experience.

Apart from the convenience of staying 5 minutes away from the park, a big perk of staying within Disneyland is Extra Magic Time , where you can enter the park up to 90 mins before public guests. Zip to the front of the lines for attractions, meet your favorite characters—they even pop by the hotels—and maximize photo ops all around.

Hotels around Disneyland Paris

If you’re looking for more budget-friendly accommodation options, suss out hotels and vacation rentals off-site. That’s great savings that you can use to snag some limited edition Disney merch. Here are our recommendations:

1) Adagio Marne la Vallée Val d'Europe

The urban apartments of Adagio Marne la Vallée Val d'Europe are comfortable and spacious, great for those traveling with family and larger groups. It’s also located next to one of Europe's largest shopping centers, Val d'Europe .

2) Holiday Inn Marne la Vallée

Holiday Inn Marne la Vallée is a great family-friendly hotel near Disneyland Paris. With plush and contemporary rooms, rest comfortably before you embark on a whirlwind of fun with the kiddos.

3) Radisson Blu Hotel Paris, Marne-La-Vallee

Tucked within an oasis of lush nature, the four-star Radisson Blu Hotel Paris is just a 7-minute ride away from Disneyland Paris. It’s located on the grounds of Golf Disneyland® so the adults can tee off while the kids explore.

Best rides in Disneyland Paris

Best rides in Disneyland Park

At Disneyland Park, there are five "lands": Main Street USA, Fantasyland, Adventureland, Frontierland and Discoveryland. It’s the larger park of the two, so you might not be able to cover all of its 50 over different attractions.

Make the most of your time there and sign up for Disneyland Premier Access , the new program that has replaced the Disneyland Paris FastPass. This magic ticket (from USD5.60) allows you to skip lines at some of the most popular rides.

Here are some of the not-to-be-missed rides in Disneyland Park:

• Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain* (Discoveryland)
• Star Tours* (Discoveryland)
• Big Thunder Mountain* (Frontierland)
• Phantom Manor* (Frontierland)
• Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril* (Adventureland)
• Pirates of the Caribbean (Adventureland)
• It’s A Small World (Fantasyland, family-friendly)
• Mad Hatter’s Teacups (Fantasyland, family-friendly)
• The Carousel (Fantasyland, family-friendly)

*Eligible for Disney Premier Access.

Best rides in Walt Disney Studios Park

Walt Disney Studios Park has 15 immersive attractions, centered around the world of cinema, animation and television.

Don’t know where to begin? Here are the best rides to try in Walt Disney Studios Park:

• Ratatouille: The Adventure*
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror*
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith
• Crush’s Coaster
• Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic

Best restaurants in Disneyland Paris

There are over 70 restaurants and bars within Disneyland Paris, serving up different Disney themes and international cuisines. Here are some of the best restaurants in each zone at Disneyland Paris:

Restaurants in Adventureland

The ambiance at Captain Jack's - Restaurant des Pirates is one-of-a-kind. Built inside the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, this cozy restaurant in its tropical lagoon setting offers great seafood dishes and French Creole-style favorites.

Restaurants along Main Street USA

A restaurant steeped in Disney history, Walt’s is a lovely nod to both Disneyland’s past and present. Relish good ol’ American cuisine with their classic three-course meal.

The intimate Cable Car Bake Shop is great for those with a sweet tooth, concocting delicious treats ranging from muffins and donuts, to cookies and buttery croissants.

Restaurants in Fantasyland

Pizzeria Bella Notte serves up hearty Italian fare like pizzas, lasagna, pasta and comforting sides to go along. The meatballs are a definite hit with the kids.

Restaurants in Frontierland

Located in a spacious barn, treat yourself to Tex-Mex specialties at Cowboy Cookout Barbecue . Chow down on their lip-smacking ribs to the tunes of live Country music.

Restaurants in Disney Village

If you need a break from the burgers and fries, fuel up on warm made-to-order subs, salads and wraps at Earl of Sandwich .

Tips for viewing the Disneyland Paris Castle

With its pastel pink façade, gorgeous glasswork and regal blue spires, the Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant or Sleeping Beauty’s Castle is a sight to behold.

Situated at the end of Main Street USA, the Gothic-inspired castle at Disneyland Paris is the glorious gateway to Fantasyworld. Walk around the circumference of the castle and capture unique perspectives from different vantage points. But the best way to experience the castle is at the Disney Illuminations night-time extravaganza, where the castle is lit up with projections of your favorite Disney characters, to the tunes of Disney soundtracks and explosive fireworks.

Pro-tip: Stay on after the show, when most guests are trying to make a beeline for the park’s exit. Once the crowds have dissipated, you can snap the perfect shot with the Disneyland Paris castle to immortalize a magical and memorable trip.

Other Disneyland Paris tips and tricks

• Ditch the paper maps and download the Disneyland Paris app —over the park’s free WiFi, of course. Get live waiting times, dining locations and menus, and the schedule of parades and fireworks in the palm of your hand.
• Pack a jacket. Even when you’re visiting in summer, it can get chilly in the mornings and evenings. There may be sporadic rain, especially between September to May, so it doesn't hurt to pack a waterproof parka, poncho or umbrella.
• Take advantage of the Disneyland Paris single rider lines , especially if you don’t mind sitting alone. Cut to the front of the line, much to the envy of fellow park goers.
• The peak dining hours are between 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. While most of the crowds are grabbing lunch or dinner, whizz to the attractions to score a few extra rides.

Getting from Paris to Disneyland

Getting to disneyland paris from the airport.

If you’re going directly from Charles De Gaulle Airport , it’s a 10-minute journey to Disneyland Paris by high-speed TGV train from Terminal 2. Tickets are about €17.50 (USD19.70) per person, depending on the time and date of your departure.

Staying at one of the hotels in Disneyland Paris? Hop on the Magical Shuttle and arrive in Disneyland Paris in about 50 minutes. The bus will stop at every on-site Disney hotel and other partner hotels.

Getting to Disneyland Paris from central Paris

The train journey from central Paris to Disneyland Paris is about 35 minutes. Buy a ticket and hop on the RER A train from Paris-Gare de Lyon. Alight at the final stop, Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy—it’s a two-minute stroll to the entrance.

Coming from someplace else in Europe? The Eurostar train is your best. If you’re in London, there’s a 3-hour Eurostar train direct to Disneyland Paris from St. Pancras Station.

How much are the tickets to Disneyland Paris?

Disneyland Paris tickets can be purchased at their official website or other trusted booking platforms.

If you know your dates, the 1-day dated tickets are the cheapest:

• One park from €56 (USD63)/adult and €52 (USD58)/child*
• Two parks from €77 (USD87)/adult and €73 (USD82)/child*

The 1-day undated tickets are more expensive but are valid for one year from purchase:

• One park from €103 (USD116)/adult and €95 (USD107)/child*
• Two parks from €124 (USD140)/adult and €116 (USD131)/child*

*Children under 3 enjoy free admission.

If you’re staying within the park grounds, there are also hotel and ticket packages that can be bundled with meal plans, shuttles and luggage drops.

Add a Disneyland Paris trip to your Paris travel itinerary with value-for-money packages that include Disneyland Paris admission tickets and round-trip trains from central Paris, or Disneyland Paris Express Shuttle pick-ups from major spots in Paris including the Eiffel Tower.

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Planning a Trip to Disneyland Paris: Tips & Advice

By: Author Sophie Nadeau

Posted on Last updated: 4th March 2023

Categories France

Last Updated on 4th March 2023 by Sophie Nadeau

If you’re planning a trip to Disneyland Paris then this is the guide for you. Whether you’re wondering the best time of the year to go, what to wear, or indeed some of the best-kept secrets of the Disneyland Park in France, then we have you covered.

I recently visited Disneyland Paris for the first time as a twenty-something year old with two of my good friends. Despite grey clouds overhead, we had an amazing time and I highly recommend a visit to families, couples, and friend groups alike as a trip to Disney is easily one of the best day trips from Paris.

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Disneyland Park

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Disneyland is a huge sprawling site that comprises of a series of different areas. It is easily walkable over the course of around half an hour and so this section will breakdown the different parts of the park, as well as what there is to do in each section.

Disneyland Park, or Parc Disneyland as it is so-called in French is the larger of the two theme park areas of Disneyland Paris. This is the oldest part of the park and is where iconic attractions such as the ‘pink castle’ can be found.

The pink castle is, of co urse, the Sleeping Beauty Castle (Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant) and is a must-see while in the park. Under renovation, and therefore covered by scaffolding, for part of 2021, as of mid-November 2021, Sleeping Beauty’s Castle is once more available to see.

Disneyland Park is also gorgeous to visit as it is home to Main Street USA. This is the first place you visit once you enter Disneyland Park and is meant to resemble US towns of the early 20th-century. This part of the park is home to restaurants and boutiques.

The entirety of the Disneyland park is centred around the Sleeping Beauty Castle, with lands to the North, East, South, and West.

Main Street USA is where the Parade takes place. The four themed lands are Fantasyland (mainly rides geared towards young children), Frontierland, Discoveryland (named Tomorrowland in California), and Adventureland.

The smaller and newer of the two theme park areas at Disneyland is the Walt Disney Studios Park. This part of the park includes rides related to Walt Disney Studios movies and so it’s here where you’ll find the Toy Stories Rides, Cars rides etc.

Walt Disney Studios Park feels a bit older than the other parts of Disneyland Paris and doesn’t really have the same kind of ‘magical’ feel as the rest of the lands. Of note, there is a Marvel rides section of the park which opened in 2022 and is a new fan favourite.

Outside of the two parks, there is a small shopping area that includes merchandise shops, eateries, and other entertainment venues. This is similar to Disney Springs and Downtown Disney in the USA parks.

If you’re travelling from further away and are in France to see Disneyland as opposed to the city of Paris, then there is a hotel area of the park comprising of six hotels. There are also two newer hotels, though they’re located a little further away from the rest of the Disneyland Park.

Disneyland Paris tips

If it’s your first trip to Disneyland Paris, then there are a number of things to know before visiting. Having recently enjoyed the park for the first time, there were some things that I wish I had known sooner!

If you’re planning a visit to Disneyland, then you should know that my number one travel tip would be to reserve your tickets in advance. This will save you from wasting time waiting in line to purchase tickets. Purchase your Disneyland Paris tickets in advance with GetYourGuide.

If there’s one thing that I had no idea about prior to visiting Disneyland Paris, it’s that you should be prepared for a day of waiting.

Unless you purchase Premier Access (which is on a per ride basis and can easily add up to a small fortune), then you should be prepared to wait between 5 minutes to over 2 hours between rides.

If available and you don’t mind splitting up from your friends and sitting alone on a ride, then Single Rider access to rides can have a much shorter waiting time.

For example, to access the Ratatouille ride it would have taken us 60 minutes as a group. Going as single riders meant that we only had to wait for 25 minutes.

As I just mentioned, you can often be waiting for a long time in order to access certain rides. As such, I would recommend wearing your comfiest trainers and avoid wearing any shoes that might cause discomfort during the day. I also managed to walk over 20,000 steps during my time by simply walking around the site.

One of the most invaluable tips for visiting Disneyland Paris that I received was to download the Disneyland Paris app prior to my visit.

The app gives you a list of all the rides that are currently in operation (rides can often close at short notice throughout the day) and how long the wait times are.

The map available will also show you which rides are currently allowing Single riders (though it unfortunately doesn’t give you the single rider waiting times) and will tell you how long the queue for each ride will take.

Guests over the age of 12 aren’t allowed to wear costumes to visit the park. Luckily, if you’re creative, you can still wear outfits ‘in the vein of’ your favourite characters. This is called ‘Disney Bounding’ and you can read more about it here.

You can also purchase Disney ears at most of the shops throughout the parks (though you might be allowed to take them off for certain rides). People of all ages wear Disney ears.

As well as the classic Minnie ears, there are special releases of Disney ears and I personally love my purple sparkly ones. If you’re looking to purchase a souvenir from your time at Disneyland Paris, I highly suggest making it a pair of ears that you can wear on your next Disney trip, wherever that may be.

If you’re planning on visiting both attraction parks in one day, visit Disneyland Park after visiting Walt Disney Studios Park. Disneyland Park closes much later and has more to see/ do.

If you’re only visiting Disneyland Paris for a day (and especially if you’re planning on visiting both parks over the course of a day) , then you won’t be able to go on all of the rides. This can be disappointing to hear, but of course gives you the excuse to go back to Disneyland Paris in the future!

Get each person in your group to decide which rides they would most like to go on and focus on visiting those ones first so as to ensure that you have time to queue and go on them.

I would also recommend trying to go on the most popular rides (such as Ratatouille and Space Mountain) earlier in the day as these rides tend to have the longest lines.

If you want to visit Disneyland Paris and have the best chance at avoiding long queues to go on each attraction, then I would recommend avoiding French holidays. Since Disneyland Paris is so easy to reach from the UK, then I would also recommend avoiding UK bank holidays too. Avoid weekends too if you can help it!

Parking at Disneyland Paris costs €30 and motorbikes cost €20. As such, if you’re able to visit the park by public transportation, then this is likely a much easier and stress-free option.

The closest train station to Disneyland Paris is Marne-la-Valée-Chessy which is around a two-minute walk away from the entrance to the park. The station is on the RER A and provides a direct connection to central Paris in around 45 minutes.

I won’t be the first to say that the quality of the food at Disneyland Paris is not the best! There are two options when it comes to eating at DLP. The first is that you can sit in a restaurant (book in advance as space can fill up fast) , though this will set you back at least €30 per person.

The other option is to get food to go from one of the many vans/ stalls/ fast food joints from across the park. However, the vast majority of these options are unhealthy and pricey, with a hot dog costing €10. There is at least one vegetarian option at every restaurant.

One of the most overlooked Disneyland travel tips by first timers is that you can bring your own food and drink into the park (alcohol is not allowed) . While picnics are not looked on fondly, you could still bring snacks and sandwiches into the park with you, which is what we opted to do.

As Disneyland is such an international destination, you don’t need to have any knowledge of French. All signs and attractions throughout both parks are bilingual (the information is available in both French and English) . All staff members also speak good English.

Suggested packing/ what to wear at Disneyland Paris

Whether you want to bring an extra sweater in case of cold or if you’re looking to bring snacks, then be sure to bring a backpack. Bring a backpack that’s small enough to fit in the seat at your feet to go on the rides.

One of the most random facts about Disneyland Paris is that the original idea for the Europe site would be that it would be in a warmer climate to match the sites in the USA. However, Paris ultimately won the bid due to its proximity to so many millions of people.

As such, if you visit Paris in the late autumn/ winter/ early spring, then you should be prepared for all seasons. At these times of the year, the weather can change rapidly and you can easily experience rain and blue skies within the space of a single hour.

As such, I highly recommend wearing layers so that you can dress up against the elements as required. Other essentials include an umbrella (a small one to fit in your backpack), a hat, and gloves.

Frequently asked questions about visiting Disneyland Paris

Yes. It is possible to visit both Walt Disney Studios Park and Disneyland Park in one day. They are right next to one another and so just a few minutes walk apart. Both have their own separate entrances that you’ll have to go through in order to access the parks.

With this being said, if I only had the time/ money to visit one park, then I would choose to visit Disneyland Park.

This is the larger of the two parks and also the more traditional as it has a classic ‘Disney’ feel. You could easily spend an entire day exploring just one park, watching all of the shows, and enjoying all of the smaller rides on offer.

Due to ongoing world events, the single rider option for rides at Disneyland Paris was closed. However, as of November 2021, single rider is once again available. When you’re on site, use the app to check whether or not single rider is in operation on the day.

For example, when I visited Disneyland with friends, we didn’t have the option to go into a single rider queue for rides such as Crush’s Coaster in the Walt Disney Studios Park or the Big Thunder Mountain ride in Disneyland Park.

FastPass has been retired and so you can no longer acquire it to reduce your wait times for rides. There is now the option to buy Disney Premier Access. Access can be purchased on a per ride basis and is typically priced from €5- €15 per ride. Find out more information here.

There is currently no mandatory mask wearing in the park, though it remains recommended. As of autumn 2021, parades are once more taking place.

As of April 1st, 2022, character meet and greets are once more happening, meaning that a trip to Disneyland Paris is once more quite similar as to what it was like prior to 2020.

Yes! There’s something for everyone when it comes to Disneyland Paris. From relaxing riverboat rides to rollercoasters with loops, and everything in-between. I am personally got a greatly big fan of scary/ intense rollercoasters and still had an amazing time!

Disneyland Paris is a short walk (or train/ bus ride) away from La Vallée Village , the most successful designer outlet in France. La Vallée Village is a shopping outlet that comprises of over 110 stores, including plenty of designer French brands.

As well as ‘accessible’ designers such as Sandro, Maje, Levi’s, and Guess, there are also high-end designers such as Gucci, Balenciaga, Prada, and Burberry. La Vallée Village is part of The Bicester Village Shopping Collection Villages.

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Tuesday 10th of January 2023

Wow! Great article! Very comprehensive and spot on! I'm a big French fan and especially a Disneyland Paris specialist, holding an annual pass for over 6 years!

Corinne Stevenson

Thursday 28th of April 2022

Do you happen to know if there's a COVID testing site in the Disney Village or at any of the on-site hotels for travelers who need a negative test to return the their home country?

Sophie Nadeau

Thursday 12th of May 2022

There was one in the Village but I did a quick Google search and when I went on the testing service website (through the link), it said it had been closed down: https://disneylandparis-news.com/en/how-do-i-get-a-pcr-test-during-your-visit-to-disneyland-paris/

Sunday 6th of February 2022

Thank you for this. This will help me and my family to plan our trip hopefully in Paris Disney. Well done

Saturday 19th of February 2022

Thank you! :)

28 Disneyland Paris Tips for First Timers!

Last Updated on June 20, 2023

Disneyland Paris for First-Timers it can be hard going, with children even more so, looking after young children can be stressful at the best of times. If it is your first time in France experiencing French culture is another new experience to be had.

We love Disneyland Paris and have had the opportunity to visit many times. That said Mouse Travel Matter presents 28 Disneyland Paris Tips for First Timers!  These are our first-hand tips from our days exploring Disneyland Paris as Disneyland Paris First Timers.

28 Tips to Make Your Day Brighter

• If you haven’t booked yet and can afford it, book at least 3 days as you can’t get much done in a day, it takes time to get your bearings, and it doesn’t give you room for a rainy day .
• Plan plan plan your day! You will do so much walking and the wait times for things can be extremely long so know where you’re going and what you’re doing, otherwise, you’ll spend ages just walking about doing nothing.
• Take comfortable shoes or several pairs to alternate as you will walk a lot. After tracking our steps we were covering over 12 Km a day pushing a buggy.
• Take water bottles and concentrated juice and fill up at the fountains around the park. You’ll save a fortune.

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• Make your reservations for dinner early as otherwise, you’ll end up just eating burgers and fries.
• Book advanced dinner reservations for character dinners if you can, it’s fantastic. We saved this for our last night and our kids met so many characters in such a short space of time included Mickey whom we refused to queue for the day before (just too long and too hot to even try)
• If you have a non-walking baby or even just a small child, take a baby sling or carrier. You can’t take strollers into the queue and when you’re waiting over an hour for a ride, your arms will start to hurt holding them the entire time.
• Take some snacks from home. We didn’t need as much as I packed as we were so full from breakfast, but it was handy to have them if needed (especially when trying to keep little ones happy in queues)
• Ensure you get to see Mickey and the Magician, the Disney Stars on Parade and the Disney Illuminations Fireworks show. Find your spot about an hour before these events start as many guests start waiting quite early! These definitely helped make our holiday and I’d highly recommend not missing them.
• Take layers and waterproofs.

• Download the free   Disneyland Paris Mobile App , which can show you your current location in the park and is handy to see quickly where things.  It also displays current wait times for rides!
• We recommend dining at  Bistrot Chez Rémy . This sit down restaurants decor is fantastic and the food is lovely. Ratatouille: The Adventure  next door is brilliant! You shrink down to the size of Remy and duck, dive, dodge and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a gigantic kitchen.
• Allow lots of time for meals in restaurants. 1.5 hrs for a 2-course meal minimum.
• For those travelling to Disneyland Paris with Kids , be sure to tie something unique such as a ribbon to your buggy if taking one. You wouldn’t want to walk off with someone else’s after a ride or lose yours in a sea of strollers.
• As Disneyland Paris First Timers we planned to spend all day in the park, as it can be a good 20 min walk back to the hotel so we avoid the trek back until evening. Little ones can sleep in the stroller and parents can use Rider Swap.
• If riding the Magical Shuttle between Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport and Disneyland Paris. It’s really not obvious at all where to catch the bus. Follow the signs for generic buses from Terminal 2E and then look out the window for yellow coaches. There is no Disney sign.
• Be prepared for bag checks and x-ray machines when entering Disney Parks and Hotels.
• Seasoned Disney Fans use ID holders around their necks to hold their tickets, fast passes, photo pass etc. It will save you the bag shuffling.
• Prepare yourself for lots of queues. Even when visiting off-peak it can be very busy and quite warm waiting in the queues without shade or covers. Hats and water are a must to prevent dehydration .
• If staying on-site at a Disney Hotel, every morning at breakfast there is a character outside the restaurant (you don’t need to be having breakfast for this) with an official photographer for the meet and greet, in some of the hotels. Call to see if your hotel has this option. The wait is never long and you are only competing with fellow hotel guests, not the whole park
• If you aren’t watching the parade, use that time to explore Walt Disney Studios Park around 4 pm. It’s much quieter for rides at that time.
• If renting a stroller, it is best to rent on the day you want to catch Illuminations, as it’s not till 11 pm in the summer months. T his way your kids can sit back and chill out whilst you wait.

• If you have purchased your Disneyland Paris package with Free Half Board Plus like us on occasion, and it is a good thing it was free because paying for it wouldn’t have been worth it. Princess lunch at Auberge de Cendrillon took 2 vouchers and we only had 1 left so we still ended up paying for half the meal. Bistrot Chez Rémy  required the extra addition of dessert and drinks, and Plaza Gardens was only half off since the breakfast voucher doesn’t cover the whole cost, just a lunch voucher – to be used during actual lunchtime. Full Board Premium or nothing for us.
• During Extra Magic Time, there are meet and greets for Minnie, Donald and Chip & Dale.
• If you plan on taking any Photopass+ pictures, it is worth buying in advance since it is cheaper and a lot more trouble to buy it after you arrive.

• Yes! There’s is a Dragon under the castle; “La Tanière du Dragon”. For Disneyland Paris First Timers, it is not to be missed.
• Don’t worry if you don’t speak French, the majority of the Continent doesn’t either. You will be fine.
• European attitudes are a bit different from North America. They’re Not Rude, They’re Just French. They may appear rude or indifferent, that’s not it – they just do it differently. Walt Disney World has different magic all its own. You may find that Europeans don’t have much tolerance for “personal problems” or “do you know how much I paid for this vacation?” type attitudes. It’s part of the Disney experience worldwide to explore cultures.

• Bring a portable charger . Taking all those pictures are going to kill your battery and you can’t rely on public outlets when you are on the proverbial clock.
• Take advantage of FastPasses. You may not be able to book in advance, but that doesn’t mean you can’t think about it strategically. Plan which attractions you want to FP and in which order.
• Never pay for water. All quick service locations, plus the water fountains at all restrooms, have free drinking water.
• Take a picture of your parking spot. Cause let’s be honest, when you are that tired, you will not remember where you parked.
• Buy your tickets online. It’s cheaper!
• Get a special occasion button. Considering it’s your first time, you will want to celebrate with a fancy new Disney pin. And they are free!
• Have your shopping sent to your hotel room. No need to carry anything around with you, just have the store send everything to your hotel gift shop, and collect it tomorrow.
• Use the single rider line. If you have zero intention of riding those scary attractions with your partner, send them through the single rider line and watch as they sore to the front of the line and fill in those empty seats.
• Or the Rider switch system. If your little ones can’t or won’t ride a certain attraction, no one has to choose to stay away. The rider switch system allows everyone a chance to ride while the other parent watches the children.
• Eat at weird times. Most people like to eat at noon and 5 pm. If you can muster the strength to eat well before or after these times, you will have much better success in securing a table, and the kitchen staff won’t be as busy.
• Use a Stroller . You may not think your littles ones require a stroller anymore but this is Disneyland Paris! The number of Miles you and your family will walk in a single day is incredible. Add that to the heat, less of sleep and overwhelming nature of Disney, and you have a recipe for disaster. Even if you park it in the morning and only grab it after lunch, you will thank yourself for it later.

Are you ready for a European adventure including Disneyland Paris? We hope this gives Disneyland Paris First Timers the info needed for a great time at DLP.

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How to get to Disneyland Paris from Paris

By: Author Tiana Thompson

Posted on Last updated: December 28, 2023

Categories Day trips from Paris , Paris , Paris Guides , Things to Do in Paris , Travel Guides

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Heading out on a magical journey to Disneyland Paris and trying to figure out the best way to get there?

You’re in the right place! 

Whether you’re landing at Charles de Gaulle Airport with your eyes wide or waving goodbye to the Eiffel Tower from the center of Paris, the labyrinth of train tickets, RER lines, and finding the right platform can feel like you’re trying to navigate a maze without a map.

That’s where this guide comes in. 

Imagine me as your friendly neighborhood GPS, minus the annoying rerouting voice. Forget about being lost in translation at ticket offices or wondering if your own car will turn into a pumpkin.

I’m here to lay out all the travel options to Disneyland Paris – from the direct train that zooms you faster than Aladdin’s magic carpet, to navigating the metro stations like a pro. 

First time or not, whether you’re clutching debit cards or waving your credit cards, I’ll guide you through the purchase of that golden ticket (or billet Ile-de-France) to getting to Disney’s wonderland.

In this post, you'll find...

Understanding Your Starting Point in Paris

First, you’ll need to pinpoint your starting location. Are you staying near the  Eiffel Tower , hitting the shops in central Paris, or catching a train from  Gare du Nord ?

It’s essential to know your point A so you can efficiently find your way to point D – Disneyland!

Suppose you’re landing in one of the airports, like  Charles de Gaulle  or  Orly . In that case, you’ll want to hop on the train or shuttle to the Paris city center, whichever is more convenient for you.

If you’re starting from the city center already – good news, the journey will be much easier for you!

⚡ Related read: What is the main airport in Paris? (CDG or ORY: Which to choose)

Public Transportation Options

Navigating public transportation can feel like a maze sometimes, especially when you’re in a foreign country. Fear not! I’ve got your back.

I’ll help you find your way from Paris to Disneyland Paris using different options.

1. Taking the RER Train (RER A)

Let me introduce you to your new best friend in Paris: the RER train. Think of it as the superhero that swoops in to save you from getting lost in the City of Love.

To reach Disneyland Paris, you’ll need to hop on the RER A train line towards Marne-la-Vallée station. 

This red train line will take you directly to Disneyland Paris from the center of Paris (approx 1 hr).

You can get to the RER A line from multiple stations, but the two most common are Châtelet-Les Halles and Charles de Gaulle – Étoile .

• From Châtelet-Les Halles (5 minutes from Gare du Nord )
• From Charles de Gaulle – Étoile (10 minutes from the Eiffel Tower )

Here’s your action plan for getting to Disneyland Paris via the RER train:

• Find the nearest RER station ticket window or billet Île-de-France ticket machines
• Purchase a ticket to Marne-la-Vallée station
• Follow the Mickey head signs to reach the Marne-la-Vallee-Chessy station (the last stop), which is just a 10-minute walk from the Disneyland park
• Keep your ticket handy, you’ll need it for the exit gates.

💡 Remember : During rush hour, trains can be crowded – so always be mindful of your belongings and take safety measures to keep your bags safe. 

2. Metro and Tram Services

You might have heard people mention using the metro and tram to get to Disneyland.

Well, I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it won’t be the fastest or most efficient option. 

To reach Disneyland Paris via this method, you’d need to switch between metro line 7, tram T4, and finally the RER A.

Sounds like a wild goose chase, doesn’t it?

💡 Your best option is to take the metro or the tram to a station that connects directly to the RER A train line.

This includes the following stations:

• ​ Charles de Gaulle-Etoile
• Chatelet Les Halles
• Gare de Lyon

Once here, hop on the RER A line towards Marne-la-Valée station. You’ll ride the train all the way to the end of the line, and get off at Marne-la-Valée which leads you right into the park.

Private Transportation Choices

Sometimes, you just want to kick back and let someone else take care of the driving.

Private transportation options are perfect for you if you’re looking for a stress-free way to get from Paris to Disneyland Paris. 

Let’s dive into some options like hiring a taxi or ride-share service and renting a car.

Hiring a Taxi or Ride-Share Service

Your first option for private transportation is grabbing a taxi or using a ride-share service like Uber .

Taxis are readily available in Paris, and you can simply wave one down, just like in the movies! If you prefer the comfort of your smartphone, ride-sharing apps are also popular in the city.

The journey takes around 90 minutes to an hour depending on traffic, so you’ll have time to practice your best Disney character impressions!

💡 Keep in mind that prices for taxi or ride-share services can vary, so it’s essential to budget accordingly. Expect to pay anywhere from €60 and upwards for a ride from the center of Paris to Disneyland.

Alternatively, if you’re traveling with the whole family or a larger group, consider arranging for a private transfer. This option offers a more comfortable and convenient way to reach Disneyland, as well as giving you the peace of mind knowing your magical adventure is starting on the right foot.

Renting a Car

If you want the ultimate freedom to explore Paris and beyond, renting a car might be your best option.

There are numerous car rental agencies available near Gare de Lyon and other locations around the city.

Remember that driving in Paris is an adventure on its own, so make sure you’re confident navigating the Parisian streets like a champ!

When renting a car, you’ll typically be handed the keys to your own magic carpet to glide through the city at your leisure. Just make sure you return it by the agreed time, or you might find your fairy godmother charging you extra fees.

Once you hop in your rental car, it’s about a 90-minute drive from Paris city center to Disneyland Paris.

Parking is available at the resort, so you’ll know your trusty steed has a safe place to rest after your journey. Keep in mind that while driving to Disneyland Paris offers flexibility, it also comes with the responsibility of adhering to French traffic rules and regulations.

⚡ Related read: 6 tips to Survive Driving in France As A Foreigner

Guided Tours and Shuttle Services

Disneyland paris shuttle services.

If you’re not savvy enough to navigate the world of Paris public transportation, no need to panic – as there’s a direct shuttle service that’s free and easy to use. 

Disneyland Paris Express : Hop on to the  Disneyland Paris Express  for a hassle-free journey from the city center to the enchanting world of Disney. With multiple pick-up points across the city, you’ll find one near you.

Here’s a brief rundown of the pickup locations and shuttle schedule:

• Eiffel Tower area : 8:30 AM pickup
• Opéra : 8:35 AM pickup
• Châtelet : 8:55 AM pickup
• Gare du Nord : 8:15 AM pickup

Note : The last shuttle to the city center departs from Disneyland Paris at 9:00 pm.

Joining Guided Tours

If you’re more of a Hakuna Matata person, consider joining a guided tour.

Not only do they offer seamless transportation, but also let you dive deeper into the magic of Disneyland Paris with insights from the tour guides.

Viator’s Disneyland Paris Express Shuttle : This tour comes with admission tickets ( even better, right? ), letting you skip the ticket lines and head straight into the fun. Choose from various options, including single or multi-day access to either Disneyland Park or Disney Studios Park (or both!)

Practical Tips for Travelers

Best times to travel.

Traveling from Paris to Disneyland Paris can be super fun, and you might be tempted to grab your Mickey ears and hop on the first train out. But timing can make a world of difference, especially if you want to avoid crowds.

To maximize your experience, consider heading out during off-peak hours, such as early morning (before 9 am) or late afternoon.

I highly recommend leaving as early as possible, to maximize your time in the park.

Disneyland Paris closes at 10pm daily, so leaving in the early morning gives you the most amount of time to explore the park and its surrounding shops before closing time.

⚡ Related read: When is the best time to visit Paris?

Navigating with Luggage

• Travel light:  Bring only essentials in a backpack to minimize lugging around cumbersome bags.
• Luggage storage:  Store your luggage at the Marne-la-Vallee train station near the  Consigne  area for a stress-free day of adventure.

Just remember, less baggage means more room for souvenirs! 

Accessibility and Special Needs

Disney’s all about inclusivity, and that extends to accessibility for guests with special needs.

Whether you’re zooming in a mobility scooter or rocking crutches, the staff at Disneyland Paris is there to ensure you have a magical experience.

Here are some important details you’d want to know:

• There are wheelchair and scooter rentals available, should you need them. Check the  Disneyland Paris website  for more details on accessibility services.
• Be sure to plan your  transportation options  carefully. While the RER A train is accessible, it might still be a good idea to verify the facilities at the specific station you’ll be boarding from.
• Map out your day at the park. Download the Disneyland Paris App and take note of key accessibility features and services.

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How To Easily Get From Paris To Disneyland Paris

May 23, 2020 //  by  Jessie Wolf //   Leave a Comment

If your trip to Paris includes more than just Disneyland Paris then figuring out how to get from Paris to Disneyland Paris can be a bit of a worry. But that doesn’t need to be the case.

This handy guide will tell you everything you need to know about easily getting from Paris to Disneyland. It includes different routes, including the train, the bus and driving, as well as routes from the Paris airports.

How ever you intend to travel between Paris and Disneyland, it is important you feel comfortable doing so, so we have included helpful tips and tricks for navigating the different systems in Paris. For the more complicated systems (particularly the RER train) we have produced a step by step guide so you can move around almost as though you are a Parisian.

It is important to make the most out of your Disneyland Paris Itinerary and being stressed before you’ve even arrived at the parks is not ideal for anyone.

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Where Is Disneyland Paris

Despite the name, Disneyland Paris is actually around 20 miles outside of Paris city centre. Paris is a busy and crowded city so it makes sense that the sprawling Disneyland Paris parks would need a bit more space. But Disney, and Paris, are aware that you might want to spend some time in Paris whilst you are visiting, so they have made it super easy to travel from Paris to Disneyland Paris.

How Long Does It Take To Get From Paris To Disneyland Paris?

This depends on where you are staying in Paris, but from the city centre it takes roughly 45 minutes using the RER train, 1 hour and 30 minutes getting the Disney shuttle bus and 40 minutes to drive. Taking the bus or driving yourself to the parks is dependent on traffic conditions so bear that in mind when you’re planning your journey, especially if you are travelling during rush hour (Monday- Friday, between 7:30-9:00am and 5:00-6:00pm).

If you are going straight to the parks from the airport, it takes around 1 hour by shuttle bus from either Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports. Alternatively, you can take the express train from Charles de Gaulle and be at Disneyland Paris in around 15 minutes, although there are some issues with using this method as we’ll explain.

Transportation Options For Getting From Paris To Disneyland Paris

Paris has a pretty comprehensive train and metro system that allows locals and tourists to travel conveniently to various destinations by public transport. The RER is slightly different from the Paris Metro as it links Paris with other destinations rather than inside Paris city centre.

The RER has lettered lines, rather than the numbered lines of the Metro, and these have a corresponding colour on the train map, which can be found in stations, on the trains and on various apps and websites as well as paper copies being available. To get from Paris to Disneyland Paris you need to take the RER A line, the red line, east ( ost ) to Marne-la-Vallee–Chessy. In most stations, although not all of them, the sign for this route will feature a prominent Mickey head so you know it’s heading to Disneyland.

The RER A splits into two paths so make sure you board the train going to Marne-la-Vallee. The platforms at the station will tell you the destination the next train is going to, and the train itself will display its final destination. Again, most of these signs will feature a Mickey head, but not all so pay attention to the trains destination before you board.

Using the system is very similar to any metro/train system that uses automated turnstiles, which means you need to have your ticket available at the start, and the end, of your journey. You will need to scan your ticket to exit the station at Disneyland, so make sure you don’t lose it on your journey and keep it somewhere easy to access so you can move through the station with ease.

Parisians use the metro a lot and there are a number of unwritten rules that they tend to abide by. These will likely be lesser on the RER A line as it is often filled with tourists heading to Disneyland Paris but it is good to be aware of them nonetheless. For one, it is considered rude to eat on the train so try not to plan on eating your breakfast on the train on the way there. It is also considered rude to talk on the phone or have loud conversations whilst you’re on the train, as well as to sit on the foldable chairs whilst other people are standing.

You will need to get to a station that is serviced by the RER A line but once you’re on it, it’s a straight shot to Disneyland and the station is right at the gates to the park so this is one of the simplest ways to get to the parks from Paris city centre.

How To Buy Train Tickets From Paris To Disneyland Paris

There are a number of ways to purchase train tickets to travel from Paris to Disneyland Paris. The system works on a zone system so the ticket price depends on your starting destination and your final destination. However, you buy your tickets you will need to specify where you are travelling to so that you can buy the right type of ticket.

The easiest way is probably to buy a ticket from an attendant at the station. There are automated machines in the stations to purchase tickets but they can be a little funny about taking card payments, especially if you have a card without a chip and pin option, and some machines can only take cash payments.

The attendants are able to take different payments much easier but there can be longer queues to purchase tickets this way.

A lot of locals who use the trains use a Navigo Pass which they can add season tickets to or top up with money so they don’t have to worry about buying tickets every day or for specific destinations. For tourists, or for people who use the metro infrequently, there is the Navigo Easy Pass which can be purchased for an additional 2€ and topped up whenever you need to.

This can be a more convenient way of having tickets if you’re making a number of trips as you don’t need to keep track of a bunch of paper tickets.

The Paris metro is attempting to become paperless so in 2019 they rolled out the ViaNavigo app which allows users to purchase tickets through the app and use their phones as their tickets.

This is a super convenient way to travel as the app can be used in a number of different languages however currently it is only available to Samsung users. The app is available on Apple devices but does not allow for ticket purchase within the app.

Paris does run public buses but if you are looking for a public transport option to get from Paris to Disneyland Paris then the RER is a lot cheaper and much simpler. Disneyland Paris do offer a shuttle bus service, however, that services the city centre.

It is called the Disneyland Paris Express and can be added on when you are purchasing park tickets. You cannot buy this service on its own, it can only be purchased with park tickets, so if you already have tickets then this is not the best option for you.

Disneyland Paris Express offers 2 shuttle services. One has pickups/drop-offs at Gare du Nord , Opéra and Châtelet and the other is from the Eiffel Tower area. Shuttle 1 has pickups at Gard du Nord at 8:20am, Opéra at 8:30am and Châtelet at 8:45am. Shuttle 2 picks up at the Eiffel Tower at 8:10am.

Both shuttles arrive at the parks by 10am but this is dependent on traffic so could be earlier. The shuttle then departs the park at either 8 or 9pm depending on the seasonal opening hours. It is advised that you arrive at the pickup points at least 15 minutes before the departure time to make sure everyone has enough time to get on board.

It is possible to drive from Paris to Disneyland Paris and Disneyland has a large area devoted to carparks but driving in Paris can be a bit of a pain. If your trip to France includes more than Paris then hiring a car can be a good way to save money. Some areas of France are quite remote and offer beautiful driving routes so having a car can be an advantage.

However Paris itself is not particularly car-friendly due to narrow streets, lots of roundabouts and angry Parisian drivers. If your only excursion outside of Paris is Disneyland then hiring a car may not be the best idea.

It’s a 40 minute drive from Paris to Disneyland Paris and involves driving for roughly 34 miles on the A4 motorway. The route features signs to Disneyland and once you exit the motorway it is a 2-minute drive to the parks.

If you do hire a car in Paris there are a number of things you need to know. It is a legal requirement in France that your car has an emergency stop sign, a reflecting jacket for every passenger, and a single-use breathalyzer.

Your hire company should provide all of these items but make sure you check and know where they are in case you are asked. If you are driving your own car in Paris then you will need to pack these items for yourself.

All cars driving in Paris are also required to display a clean air sticker which shows how much pollution the car produces. These will already be on a rental car if you hire it in France but you would need to have one produced for your own car if you choose to drive that to Paris.

Children under the age of 10 are not allowed by law to ride in the front seat and no hands-free or Bluetooth devices can be used in the car at all. Cars are also not permitted to carry speed camera detectors or use Satnavs with a speed camera function.

It is also worth noting that gazole in French is diesel, whilst petrol is essence . So make sure you’re filling up your car with the correct fuel type to avoid any breakdowns.

Getting to Disneyland Paris from Paris Airports

If you are travelling to Paris exclusively to visit Disneyland Paris then there are transport options that will take you straight from the airports to the parks. Disney run a Magical Shuttle airport bus which picks you up from either Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport and takes you straight to the various Disneyland Paris hotels. This takes roughly an hour and can be added when you are buying your holiday package or added separately later.

There are also commercial shuttle bus options which follow a similar route and may be cheaper than the official Disney option. Some airlines offer this service as an additional extra when booking your flights.

Charles de Gaulle also has an express train service which connects the airport with Marne-la-Vallee. The TGV train is a highspeed train that travels between the different cities of France. Due to its speed, it only takes 9 minutes from Charles de Gaulle airport to the Marne-la-Vallee station at the entrance to Disneyland Paris.

If you are flying into CDG airport, make sure to check out our post about how to get from Charles De Gaulle to Disneyland Paris!

However, the trains run at odd times throughout the day and there can sometimes be up to a 2 hour gap between trains, so if you miss your train you could be in for a long wait at the station. It therefore depends when your flight arrives if this is a feasible option for you, but if you can get one of these then it is by far the quickest option.

Disneyland Paris is such a magical place and it’s important that you are able to make the most of your time there, so having a worry-free journey is the best way to start. This guide should provide you with everything you need to know to travel smoothly between Paris and Disneyland Paris so your entire trip is as wonderful as possible.

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How To Get From CDG To Disneyland Paris In 2024 (5 Possible Ways)

Are you planning a trip to Disney but unsure how to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris ? This article will show you 5 possible ways to do so!

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If you want to enjoy the magic as soon as possible after your arrival at CDG airport, you need to plan your transportation in advance!

My Top 2 Picks Of The Best Ways to Get From CDG to Disneyland Paris

Want a quick rundown on the best ways to get to Disneyland Pais from CDG? Here are my top 2 choices.

Private Transfer From CDG to Disneyland Paris (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

Don’t want to stress with planning or even deal with public transportation when getting from CDG to Disneyland? Then opt for this Private transfer . You can expect;

• 24/7 customer support
• Child seat upon request
• Choice of a driver who speaks your preferred language be it English, French, or Italian.
• Monitoring of your flight to cater for any delays
• Comfortable and luxury transfer

Transfer To Disneyland Paris From CDG By Magical Shuttle

If your budget is limited but still don’t want to deal with public transportation or even where to go, then I recommend opting for this magic shuttle transfer . You can expect;

• Comfortable bus ride with Free wifi
• Direct transfer to your Disney hotel or the nearby hotels
• Available bus shuttle every hour from 09:00 AM to 18:45 PM, 7 days a week

While the distance from Disneyland Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is not that long (about 45km or 27.9 miles), it can be complicated to figure out how to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris, especially if you’re visiting for the first time.

To help you plan your journey, in this article, I will explain in detail the different possibilities available when it comes to getting from CDG airport to Disneyland Paris, so you can enjoy a stress-free journey!

Before You Go, Here’s How To Plan Your Visit To Disneyland Paris: Practical Quick Tips

• Before going to Disneyland Paris, make sure that you have already bought this 1 day Disney entry ticket to avoid wasting time in lines or this multi-day entrance ticket if you plan on visiting for more than one day. Ps. Do not buy the tickets on the day of your visit as they tend to be much more expensive.
• Take advantage of the extra magic time by staying at one of the Disneyland Paris Hotels. You can stay at Relais Spa Chessy Val d’Europe if you’re on a budget, Disney’s Newport Bay Club for a luxury mid-range stay (this is actually where I stayed when I visited Disney), or Disney’s Hotel New York® – The Art of Marvel for a luxurious stay. All these hotels offer a free shuttle to Disneyland Paris and are 10 minutes away from the park on foot.
• Unfortunately, things can and do go wrong when you travel. World Nomads offers coverage for more than 150 activities as well as emergency medical, lost luggage, trip cancellation, and more. If you’re considering travel insurance for your trip, check out World Nomads .
• You’ll also need  sunscreen , comfortable walking shoes, and a refillable  travel water bottle .

How to Get from CDG to Disneyland Paris

Here is a detailed guide on how to get from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris to help you make an informed decision.

1. How to Get to Disneyland Paris from CDG By Magical Shuttle

The Magic Shuttle is a very convenient shuttle bus from CDG to Disneyland Paris that offers daily connections (7 days a week) between the airport and the various hotels in or outside the park.

This shuttle also connects to other train stations and partner hotels near Disneyland Paris, which can be very convenient if you are not sleeping in one of the official Disney Hotels.

The shuttle is a large red and yellow bus with 75 comfortable seats, air conditioning, free wifi on board, and a luggage compartment to make sure that your journey is comfortable.

The departure of this magical shuttle from the airport is at terminal 2 E/F on the arrivals level, gate 8.

However, if you are not landing at Terminal 2, below are the instructions you need to follow.

• If you are in Terminal 1, you’ll have to take the airport shuttle called CDGVAL (free of charge) to get to Terminal 2F.
• If you are in terminals 2 A/B/C/D, follow the directional signs to walk to terminal 2F.
• Note that if you are in terminal 2G, you will need to take the N2 bus to get to terminal 2E/F to catch the magical shuttle.
• If you are in terminal 3, take the CDGVAL to get to terminal 2F.

The Magical Shuttle has a fixed schedule! There are 4 departures in the morning at 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, and 11:00, and 7 in the afternoon at 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, and 18:45.

This magical bus from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris takes an hour on average to reach the Disney hotel area after leaving the airport.

Though you can buy the bus ticket directly from the bus driver or at the Magical Shuttle office located at the departure area, I recommend booking it here online to be guaranteed a spot.

How much does a transfer from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris by bus cost?

• Adults and children 6 years and older: 23 €
• Children from 3 to 11 years old: 10 €
• Children under 3 years old: free of charge.

Who is the Magical Shuttle Perfect for?

The Magical Shuttle is ideal if you don’t want to deal with Parisian public transportation.

The price remains reasonable, but the cost can significantly increase if you’re traveling with many people.

Though there is a downside of being stuck in traffic depending on the time of the day, it is its convenience that makes it one of the best ways to travel from CGD to Disneyland Paris.

2. How to Get to Disneyland Paris from CDG By Private transfer

Transfers from CDG to Disneyland Paris by private car are undoubtedly some of the most luxurious and comfortable ways.

This option offers the benefit of premium service. After arriving at the airport and collecting your luggage, your driver will be waiting for you directly outside your gate to provide a personalized welcome, help you carry your luggage, and then drive you to the hotel of your choice in a luxurious and comfortable car or van.

The drive from CDG airport to Disneyland Paris takes about 45 minutes depending on the traffic conditions. 

This option is certainly the most expensive but also the easiest and most comfortable for a smooth trip.

Note that the Magical Shuttle also offers a private chauffeur service and even the possibility of booking a limousine, if you can afford it!

So, if you’re all about comfort and luxury, then this is the CDG to Disneyland Paris private transfer I recommend .

3. How to Get to Disneyland Paris from CDG By High-Speed Train (TGV) And Train

If you are wondering how to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris by public transportation, then there are two existing alternatives to consider — the TGV and the suburban train.

The TGV is without a doubt the fastest and cheapest way to reach Disney Park from the airport.

There are currently 18 TGV trains running between CDG airport and Disneyland Paris daily. To catch one of them, you must go to the “ Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV ” SNCF  train station in terminal 2.

If you are arriving at terminals 2C/D/E/F, follow the GARE TGV signs to locate the station.

If you are at Terminal 1 or 3, you’ll have to take the free CDGVAL shuttle bus to the “ Terminal 2 Gare ” stop.

If you are arriving at Terminal 2A, take the bus N1 and get off at the “ Terminal 2 Gare ” stop.

However, if you are arriving at Terminal 2G, take the free bus N2 and get off at “ Terminal 2 Gare “

The train station is divided into 5 levels which can be intimidating, but you only have to care about levels 1 and 2. You can find the Ticket booth and information desk on level 2 and the platforms and trains on level 1.

The price of a train ticket is only 19€ per person which you can buy on-site on level 2 by either using the machine or queue at the cashier desk, but I would advise booking in advance on the official website SNCF connect .

Once on the train, you will hardly have time to sit down since the ride takes only 10 to 15 minutes to reach Disneyland at the main train station called Marne La Vallée Chessy which is only a few minutes away from the park’s main entrance.

Once you arrive at this train station, you can simply walk to your hotel or take a free shuttle if it’s too far away. To choose what is best for you, just follow the directions provided by the hotel you booked.

To summarize, I believe the TGV has by far the best price/time ratio making it the best way to transfer from Paris CDG to Disneyland Paris.

Another possible solution is to take the suburban train . I strongly advise against it since you will have to go from CDG airport to the center of Paris and then from Paris to Disney, extending your travel time by more than 80 minutes!

Plus, the whole trip can be a bit complicated and exhausting if you’re carrying your luggage around. I honestly don’t think this is a good way to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris, especially since it’s so easy with the TGV!

Psst… Before going to Disneyland Paris, make sure that you buy this entry ticket in advance to avoid wasting time in queues.

4. How to Get From CDG to Disneyland Paris By rented car

If you’re planning a road trip, then renting a car to get from Paris airport to Disneyland Paris is undoubtedly the most flexible solution as it will give you the freedom to drive wherever you want without having to follow a specific schedule!

I won’t bother to give you the price of a car rental since it varies a lot depending on the options you choose, the duration of your rental, the type of car, the number of kilometers included, the insurance, the accessories, etc.

About fifteen rent-a-car companies, including the major ones such as Hertz, Avis, Sixt, and Thrifty have an office directly at the airport in every terminal so it’ll be up to you to compare quotes. Most, if not all of them are open all day and all night from the first to the last plane.

However, I suggest booking online and using one of the many comparison websites like Kayak, Rental Cars, Liligo, or Skyscanner to find for the best deal.

Getting from CDG to Disneyland Paris by car is essentially possible via the A4 Motorway and is relatively easy with no significant difficulties.

The only real challenge will be when exiting the airport. It is an absolute maze and can be really intimidating. There are so many different roads here and there and if the traffic is dense, it might be quite stressful.

The GPS is absolutely essential, and I would even advise asking your travel partner to become your temporary co-driver for the duration of the trip to help you get away from CDG!

Once on the highway, the direction to Disneyland Paris is well indicated along the road.

There are about 45 kilometers (27.9 miles) between the airport and Disney, and it will take about 35 minutes to 1 hour to complete the trip, depending on the traffic conditions.

Pro tip* Hiring a car just to go from Charles de Gaulle airport to Disneyland Paris and return doesn’t really make sense budget-wise since parking at Disney also comes with a hefty price tag.

However, it is ideal if Disney is only a stopover on a long road trip through France! You can read more about my best Disneyland Paris tips here.

Related Post: Best Restaurants at Disneyland Paris

5. How to Get to Disneyland Paris from CDG By taxi/Uber

Getting to Disneyland Paris from CDG airport by Parisien Taxi or Uber is an excellent alternative, halfway between a private transfer and a car rental.

It is ideal if you want to enjoy the comfort of a privatized car at a moderate price while avoiding driving on French roads and dealing with French drivers!

If you want to use shared transportation services, several companies like Uber, FreeNow, Heetch, or Bolt will be at your disposal.

Each one offers more or less the same service at a closely related price. All you have to do is compare the rates on the various apps and choose one that suits you.

I would suggest booking online beforehand via the company app, but be careful when you select your pick-up time because you will need to consider the time required to get your luggage back and walk to the meeting point.

If you don’t want to book in advance, you can use the free wifi available at the airport to get your ride at the last moment.

As opposed to the Parisien Taxis, Uber/ FreeNow/Bolt cars are not allowed in the official airport taxi park, so check where your pick-up location is beforehand because your driver will not wait for you forever!

The best thing would be to call your driver ahead and agree on a meeting point. Still, it can be tricky if you don’t speak the language, so it’s best to check on the transporter’s application or website!

For taxis, the whole process is a bit easier. Once landed, follow the TAXI signs to reach any taxi lane available in every terminal. Once in the waiting lane, all you have to do is climb aboard the first Taxi and ask your driver to go to Disney!

But what about the price? Well, a taxi from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris will charge between 70€ to 90€ while an Uber will be slightly cheaper, around 60€ to 70€ depending on the duration of the ride.

Note that in the airport, you may be approached by people offering a taxi ride. If that happens, just politely decline and continue on your way.

These drivers are not official Parisian cabs and even if their rates may seem interesting, it is better to avoid any chance of being scammed!

You can see how both solutions offer advantages and disadvantages on how to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris.

Uber is the right choice if you don’t want to spend too much, but if you want peace of mind and keep things simple, then you should go for a Parisien taxi!

Related Post: Best Campsites Near Disneyland Paris

Final Thoughts on How to Get From CDG to Disneyland Paris

As you can see, each option has its advantages and disadvantages. All you have to do is weigh the pros and cons and choose one that suits your personal needs.

Are you all about saving money? Then the train might be the best option for you. Do you want to enjoy a comfortable ride with a premium service, then this private transfer is the way to go!

Whether it’s about price, travel duration, or comfort, you will find what suits your needs and organize your transfer from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris!

More articles to help you plan your trip to Paris.

• Best Things to do in Paris in March
• How to get from CDG to Paris
• Best rooftop bars in Paris
• Things to do in the 16th arrondissement of Paris
• Best night tours of Paris
• How to get from Paris to Versailles Palace
• A complete guide to the 20 arrondissements of Paris
• Best Souvenirs from Paris
• What is Paris famous for
• Fun things to do in Paris in November

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London to Disneyland® Paris trains

Take a Eurostar direct train from London to Lille Europe, then change onto a local TGV train.

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Go from London to Disneyland® Paris with a quick change

Travelling to Disneyland® Paris with us is simple, smart, and speedy. After a quick change at Lille Europe onto a TGV train you’ll be there in no time. Eurostar is the most comfortable way to get to the park and to make sure the magic begins right at the start of your journey. Read on to discover why taking Eurostar from London to Disneyland® Paris is the only way to travel.

Departing from London St Pancras

To start your journey, get to London St Pancras International at our recommended arrival time to allow plenty of time to go through border controls and security. Before you jump on one of our Eurostar trains you can indulge in some boutique shopping, experience fine dining at a world-class brasserie or enjoy a glass of bubbly at the longest champagne bar in Europe.

What’s on board?

On our London to Lille train you can bring two bags and one piece of hand luggage for no extra charge. There are no weight limits, but please ensure you can carry all items of luggage safely. Find out more about our luggage allowances . Wherever you sit, you can email, tweet and post all the way with our free onboard wi-fi. You’ll find power sockets at your seat, so you can stay charged up while you relax. If you find yourself feeling peckish, you can enjoy a range of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury snacks at Eurostar Café . And if you’re travelling in Standard Premier or Business Premier , you’ll be served a three-course meal at your seat. Find out more about our food on board .

Connecting in Lille Europe

When you get to Lille Europe, head up to the main floor and check the departures board. When you’ve found your platform, head back down to platform level and hop on your connecting TGV train to Marne-la Vallée - Chessy (which is the station opposite the Disneyland® Paris park gates). On your way home, just do the trip in reverse. But be sure to jump on your TGV train from Marne-la-Vallée - Chessy at least 2 minutes before departure. You’ll then need to go through border control and security before you board your Eurostar train at Lille Europe. Fancy a city escape before heading to Disneyland® Paris? Take Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord and then grab a local train to the park. If you need more info, just take a look at our handy FAQ section .

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Unlike airlines, there are no hidden costs when travelling by Eurostar. Once you have picked your train tickets ( Standard , Standard Premier or Business Premier ), there will be no additional fees for seat selection, advanced booking, or luggage allowance .

How long is the Eurostar journey from London to Disneyland® Paris?

The fastest train journey time between London and Disneyland® Paris is 2 hours and 59 minutes. Take a direct Eurostar London to Lille train in 1 hour 22 minutes and change onto a local TGV train for the rest of the journey to Disneyland® Paris which takes just over an hour.

How far in advance can you book your Eurostar train ticket for Disneyland® Paris?

Eurostar tickets from London to Disneyland® Paris can be booked up to 180 days before your return travel date, however, there are a few exceptions depending on engineering work or when you book. Have a look at our booking calendar and available days will show in black while the greyed-out dates are not available for sale just yet.

Can you take liquids on the Eurostar London to the Disneyland® Paris trains?

You can take liquids on the Eurostar and there is no volume limit, so you can bring all your toiletries and even a bottle of bubbly!

How fast does the Eurostar go between London and Disneyland® Paris?

Between London and Disneyland® Paris, the high-speed lines allow our trains to drive at a maximum speed of 186 miles per hour (300 km/h).

How much luggage can I bring with me on the Eurostar?

Standard adult tickets allow you to bring two pieces of luggage that are up to 85cm long, and one small piece of hand luggage such as a handbag or briefcase. Find out more information about luggage allowances.

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‘Emily in Paris' Cast Travels to Disneyland Paris: ‘Sunday Fun Day'

The cast of Emily in Paris had a magical day exploring Disneyland Paris.

"Sunday fun day at the happiest place on Earth! Missed @charliemcdowell big time but we brought him along for the ride. Always with me in spirit…" Lily Collins wrote via Instagram on Sunday, March 24.

Collins, 35, also shared several snaps and clips from the outing. In one pic, she and costar Ashley Park threw their arms up as they posed in front of the Magic Kingdom. In another photo, the duo were photographed in the backseat of a car taking a nap while wearing Mickey Mouse ears.

Collins confirmed via Instagram in January 2024 that the hit Netflix series had resumed filming season 4 of Emily in Paris .

Ashley Park Is ‘So Happy' to Film ‘Emily in Paris' After Health Scare

"Did someone say Saison Quatre?!" she wrote, holding up a script from the season premiere. "Finally reunited with my @emilyinparis fam back in Paris and it feels so good. Although, I may need to brush up on my selfie skills for Emily's sake…"

The following month, Park, 32, shared a clip via Instagram while getting her makeup done and expressed her excitement to begin shooting the series. "So happy to be back to start filming days with @carolenicolas @parizhair again!" she wrote. (In January, Park revealed she suffered from a bout of tonsillitis that had "spiraled into critical septic shock." )

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During the shocking season 3 finale , which aired in December 2022, Gabriel ( Lucas Bravo ) and Camille ( Camille Razat ) split at the altar because of his feelings for Emily (Collins). When Alfie ( Lucien Laviscount ) heard of the separation, he ended his relationship with Emily on the spot.

When she began to pursue her connection with Gabriel, he shocked her by revealing that Camille was pregnant.

'Emily in Paris' Cast: Who Are They Dating in Real Life?

"I heard all the endings and thought they were alts," Collins told Entertainment Tonight about the finale script at the time. "Then I realized they were all the endings at once. I was like, ‘Wait, there's a wedding and then there's a wedding that doesn't happen or this engagement that turns into a wedding that turns into non-wedding, which turns into a pregnancy announcement, which turns into, like, ‘What the f-k? What!'"

Series creator Darren Star further teased how the storyline could unfold in season 4. "There's a lot more story to tell here and we're not wrapping things up anytime soon," he said during an interview with E! News that same month. "I feel like we're all creatively feeling like we're in the middle of something not heading towards the end."

Disneyland | Niles: It’s time for Anaheim to take the next…

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Disneyland | niles: it’s time for anaheim to take the next step with disneylandforward.

With DisneylandForward having cleared its first legal hurdle, let’s talk about what comes next.

Anaheim’s planning commission has sent the proposal to the Anaheim City Council. The council now must approve the new land-use rules before Disneyland can start building attractions or hotels on its current parking lots. Disneyland likely also will want to have completed its new parking structure east of the parks before closing those lots for development.

So we are a long way from this project being started, much less completed. That said, it is not too early for other businesses and elected officials to begin planning for the effect that Disneyland’s expansion will have upon the community.

Whether Disneyland uses DisneylandForward to build a third gate on its property or not — and Disneyland has not suggested that it would — the addition of several new themed lands such as Disney has suggested in talking about the proposal represents the functional equivalent of adding a third Disney theme park to its Anaheim property. Disney would not be pursuing DisneylandForward if it did not intend to expand its offerings in the hopes of enticing more visitors to spend more time — and more money — on its property.

So what does that mean for everyone else around the Disneyland Resort? Other communities across the country are investing millions of dollars in new tourist developments just for the opportunity that Anaheim can assure itself with one city council vote — having the equivalent of a new Disney theme park in its community.

My biggest beef with the plans that Disneyland has revealed during its campaign has been the lack of any transportation component beyond the new parking structure. It is in the community’s interest to maximize the number of out-of-town visitors coming to Disneyland without cars. More overnight visitors mean more guest spending and tax revenue, but more cars mean more congestion, more pollution, and more opportunities to drive away from the Anaheim Resort area.

Yet cars are visitors’ only option when the public has no reliable mass transit alternative. Ideally, Disneyland would have a direct rail connection to local airports, like Disneyland Paris has with France’s TGV. That is not in anyone’s plans, so the best alternative would be a frequent, well-publicized, branded and subsidized bus service to the resort area from LAX and SNA.

A subsidy could be well spent if it keeps the prices low enough to undercut car rental rates, enticing visiting families to take the bus and stay in Anaheim rather than renting a car and clogging the streets.

Developing more modern hotels and attractions also would help entice visitors to spend their entire vacation near Disneyland. Motels built in the 20th century do not provide the range of amenities that families who can afford Disneyland want from a vacation destination these days. And no local residents want to be further priced out of the market by more Airbnb conversions. DisneylandForward creates an enormous opportunity for hospitality entrepreneurs in the Anaheim community.

The question is: How will local business and government leaders manage these opportunities?

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