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INTRODUCTION 💥
Disneyland Paris is a magical destination that makes kids and grown-ups dream alike ✨. We all grew up with Disney cartoons, and some of them shaped our childhood (we’re all the same). We’re lucky to have one of the biggest theme parks in the world right near Paris, drawing millions of visitors every year 🌍. With its iconic rides, enchanting shows and unique atmosphere, Disneyland Paris is an unforgettable experience. But let’s be honest… it can get expensive fast! So to make the most of your stay and avoid nasty surprises, good planning is essential.
In this article, I’m sharing all my tips and tricks for making the most of your day (or stay) at Disneyland Paris. You’ll find out how to save money, save time and not miss any of the best rides 🔥.
BUYING YOUR DISNEYLAND PARIS TICKETS AT THE BEST PRICE 🎟️
It’s simple: it’s THE biggest expense at Disneyland Paris. But if you manage to save on it, you can really cut your budget significantly! I’ve actually written a full article on the best tricks for saving on your tickets, so feel free to read it 😉. To help you, here are the best methods and tips for paying less for your tickets and enjoying the park to the fullest without blowing your budget:
- Buy your tickets online in advance on the official website 🎟️: prices there are always better than at the gate. Since 2025, Disneyland Paris has used dynamic pricing, which means the earlier you book, the cheaper it is.
- Go for dated tickets: they’re cheaper than flexible tickets. If you already know the date of your visit, it’s a great way to pay less!
- Take advantage of special offers and discounts: depending on the period, Disneyland Paris runs promotions, especially in the low season. Also think about French works council (CE) deals, discount cards and one-off promotions that can make a difference.
- Look at combo tickets: some packages include transportation, accommodation and admission tickets. Depending on how many of you there are and where you’re coming from, it can be a very good deal
ARRIVE EARLY TO ENJOY THE RIDES WITHOUT WAITING ⏰
When you go to a theme park, it’s important to arrive at opening time (a few minutes before is even better) to enjoy the first rides without any wait and do the ones you absolutely want to do, or the ones where you’d otherwise wait a long time… we all know the drill! You’ll see that at Disneyland Paris, wait times are pretty long.
PRIORITIZE THE BEST DISNEY RIDES 🎢
To discover Disneyland Paris, 2 days is perfect. In one day it’s doable, but you’ll be rushing and, depending on the crowds, it’ll be impossible. That’s why 2 days is perfect for discovering all the rides. If you don’t have time and want to make the most of it, here are the must-do rides, since there are often lots of people and wait times can climb quickly.
The must-do rides in the main park:
- Big Thunder Mountain
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril
- Star Wars: Hyperspace Mountain
- Peter Pan’s Flight
- Phantom Manor
- It’s a Small World
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
The must-do rides at Disney Adventure World (formerly Walt Disney Studios):
- Avengers Assemble: Flight Force
- Ratatouille: The Adventure
- Crush’s Coaster
👉 Use the official Disneyland Paris app to track wait times in real time.
DISNEY PREMIER ACCESS TO SKIP THE LINES 🚀
As usual in a theme park, there’s waiting, sometimes a lot of waiting ⏳. If you want to avoid long lines, Disney Premier Access gets you onto rides quickly for an extra fee, of course. There are two passes:
- Disney Premier Access One: you buy it for a single ride, and its price varies with the wait time 🎢.
- Disney Premier Access Ultimate: you get access to several rides for one overall price 🎟️.
Of course, it’s extremely expensive 💸! If you really want it and can afford it, it’s a good way to never wait in line and make the most of your day 🏰. Personally, we’ve never bought it because it’s too pricey for us, but everyone is free to do as they like.
CATCH THE DISNEY SHOWS AND PARADES 🎭
When you go to Disneyland Paris, you also go for the magic, whatever the time of year ✨. Times vary a lot with the seasons, so it’s essential to check the show and parade times on the day of your visit.
Of course, you have to stay in the evening for the nighttime show 🌙, and now the drone show when the weather cooperates (which is often rare in Paris, haha 😅). There’s really plenty to do to mix rides, shows and parades all day long.
PLAN YOUR OUTFIT AND CHECK THE WEATHER 🌧️
You’re in northern France (yes, I’m a southerner, haha ☀️) and the weather can be very unpredictable, especially at certain times of year when rain is often on the menu 🌧️. So it’s essential to check the forecast before your visit and dress accordingly. Nothing’s worse than being soaked and freezing in winter, or too hot in summer.
USE THE DISNEYLAND PARIS APP 📱
It’s more and more common in every park, but the Disneyland Paris app is a real asset. It lets you:
- Find your way and get to the rides easily 📍
- See wait times in real time ⏳
- Book restaurants in advance for the time slots you want 🍽️
- Create your profile and add your tickets 🎟️
- Check parade and show times 🎭
- Check which rides are closed 🚧
In short, everything is in one single app, a must for planning your visit and making the most of the Disney magic ✨.
THE SINGLE RIDER LINE: A REAL ADVANTAGE 🎉
A big plus at Disneyland Paris, as at other theme parks: some rides let you use the Single Rider line. It means riding alone and filling the empty seats. This line, reserved for people riding solo, is much faster, since there are often seats left over, saving you lots of time.
If you don’t mind being split up when you’re a pair, give this method a try! In fact, with Single Rider, you sometimes end up seated together after all… anything is possible ✨. You won’t get to choose your car or seat, though. But the time you save is worth it!
SAVE TIME WITH YOUR LUGGAGE ⌛
If you arrive in the morning, you have several options for dropping off your luggage and getting your day at Disneyland Paris started quickly:
- Airbnb or hotel outside Disneyland Paris: you can leave your things at the Marne-la-Vallée TGV station, where there’s a luggage storage service. It’s simple, quick and not very expensive. When you leave the park, just pick up your things.
- Disney hotel: nothing easier! Check in, leave your bags, and off to the park! 🏰
- Luggage storage at Disneyland Paris: a bit more expensive, but you can leave your things right at the park. It’s another handy option.
With these options, you’ll enjoy your day to the fullest, stress-free! ✨
RUN TO CRUSH’S COASTER FIRST! 🎢
It’s the ride with the longest wait and also the most popular. The line at Crush’s Coaster never empties, because this ride takes a long time to load passengers.
Do it first thing, as soon as you get to the park! You’ll have very little line, or none at all, and can enjoy the other rides afterward. 🎠
BRING A PICNIC OR BOOK A RESTAURANT 🥪
As in every park, there are long lines at lunchtime for the snack bars and fast food, and they’re often packed, especially at Disneyland Paris. Here are three options:
- Book a restaurant: if you want to eat at a restaurant, you’ll need to book your time slot in the app, ideally ahead of time. You might even meet characters, but be careful, it can get very expensive fast.
- Eat at a snack bar: a quick solution, but you’ll still wait and deal with crowds. It’s cheaper than a restaurant, but expect less refined food.
- Bring a picnic: if you go with this option, you’ll come out ahead! You can even make better use of your time by eating when the rides are less crowded.
It’s up to you to choose the option that suits you best! 😊
OUR REVIEW OF DISNEYLAND PARIS 💭
Disneyland Paris is a theme park that will dazzle you and give you an incredible experience. It’s one of the biggest theme parks in the world, and the magic is everywhere. Depending on the season, the immersion and the experience can vary, but the magic is always there. However, it’s worth noting that Disneyland Paris is still a very expensive park, and prices keep being excessively high, which can be a downside for some visitors. 💸
In any case, two days are more than enough to discover the park, whether with family, friends or as a couple, and to explore its many rides. 🎢
👉 What about you? What do you think of Disneyland Paris?
HOW TO GET TO DISNEYLAND PARIS 🚀
BY CAR
Disneyland Paris is easy to reach by car, with a huge parking lot a few minutes from the park. However, parking is expensive, at €30 a day for a car.
The exact address of the parking lot is: Boulevard du Parc – 77700 Serris/Coupvray. You can also use these GPS coordinates: Latitude = 48.876077 | Longitude = 2.79646
BY TRAIN OR RER
The great thing about Disneyland Paris is its Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy station, which lets you arrive right at the park without many transfers. You just get off the train and in 2-3 minutes, you’re at Disneyland Paris 🚉.
From Paris, the RER A line reaches Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy station in about 35 minutes from Nation.
There are also lots of TGV high-speed trains from all the main stations in France. 🚆
BY PLANE
It’s not the most convenient option if you’re coming from within France. You’ll land at Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) airport. Then there are several ways to get to Disneyland Paris:
- Take the official Magical Shuttle.
- Go for a private transfer (from €40 per person).
- Take a Ouigo or Inoui TGV train, less than 10 minutes to Marne-la-Vallée.
- Take the RER via Paris, but it’ll be a long trip…
WHERE TO STAY AT DISNEYLAND PARIS? 💤
THE DISNEY HOTELS
If you want to extend the magic of your day at Disneyland Paris, the Disney hotels are there to make you dream ✨. There are several Disney hotels, at different price points, to suit what you’re after in terms of comfort, theme or budget 🌟. It’s up to you to pick the one that best matches your ideal experience!
HOTELS & AIRBNBS
If you want to save money and pay less, there are lots of hotels and Airbnbs around Disneyland Paris.
These places to stay are quick and easy to reach by RER, and the prices can be very attractive. Be sure to compare the options, because the price differences can be significant.
MY MUST-HAVE TRAVEL GEAR 🧳
The question comes up all the time when getting ready for a trip: “What should I bring?” That’s why you’ll find below some must-have travel accessories for a stress-free vacation (with your documents kept safe) 🛡️ . Planning ahead and getting these items before you leave helps you save money and avoid buying some of them on the spot, where they’ll cost you a lot more 💸 These are the accessories we took on our travels and that we keep using for every destination we travel to 👇.
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