When it comes to visiting Paris, most travelers think about iconic museums like the Louvre, photo spots around the city like the Eiffel Tower, or the sheer number of bakeries that lure you in with the smell of fresh croissants. But theme park fans know that Disneyland Paris is also worth visiting on a trip to Paris. In fact, the international Disney theme park is the number one tourist spot and most visited theme park in Europe, welcoming around 15 million people per year.
The Disneyland Paris resort features two theme parks, a shopping and entertainment complex, and seven hotels. Even better, the theme park resort is 40 minutes from the city by car or train. If you haven’t been to Disneyland Paris recently, you’re in luck because the resort is opening plenty of new guest experiences, plus there’s even more on the horizon.
Here’s what you need to know about Disneyland Paris, what’s new, what’s coming up at the parks, and how to make the most of your time there.
Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris has been called the most beautiful park Disney has ever built. The picturesque Sleeping Beauty Castle is the focal point and central hub of the five enchanting lands around the park. If you only have one day at Disneyland Paris, I would focus on exploring the castle park.
The lands of Disneyland Paris
Main Street, U.S.A.
The first land you’ll enter after scanning your park ticket is Main Street, U.S.A., which, like other Main Streets around the world, is inspired by Walt Disney’s hometown of Marceline, Missouri. The street is lined with shops and restaurants, and the gazebo at the top of Main Street is a great viewing spot for photos of the castle at the other end.
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Pro tip: I love that you can get a glass of Champagne right on Main Street and enjoy the view of the castle.
Discoveryland
Discoveryland is the Disneyland Paris version of Tomorrowland. Star Wars fans will love getting on Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain and Star Tours: The Adventure Continues. Plus, this is where you can hop in a car and ride Autopia or fire a laser blaster to defeat Zerg on Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast.
Frontierland
Don’t forget about Frontierland, where two attractions in the land are easily the highlights at Disneyland Paris. The first is Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, which is a similar experience to the rollercoaster of the same name at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California, and Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. The second attraction is one of the most unique at the park, Phantom Manor, akin to the Haunted Mansion, but it interweaves the stories of Thunder Mountain and Frontierland. I highly suggest making Frontierland a priority while visiting Disneyland Paris.
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Fantasyland
Fantasyland is one of Disney’s most iconic lands, and at Disneyland Paris, it’s also one of the most charming. From the fairytale-themed land, you can ride attractions like “it’s a small world,” Peter Pan’s Flight, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant. This is also where you can enter Sleeping Beauty Castle to tour the inside. Just watch out for the dragon that’s lurking underneath.
Adventureland
In Adventureland, there’s plenty to explore, including the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean and the thrilling Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril rollercoaster. You’ll also want to visit Le Passage Enchanté d’Aladdin, a walkthrough attraction that features miniature models of the story of Aladdin.
Disney Adventure World
The second park at the resort is Disney Adventure World, which brings the worlds of Disney, Pixar, and Marvel into one fun-filled park. Instead of lands, the park is divided into worlds. If you have two days at Disneyland Paris, I would use part of the second day to enjoy this park. Even better, the park has so many new stories to tell that if you haven’t been in a while, or at all, this is a great time to plan a visit. Disney Adventure World, including World of Frozen and Adventure Way, officially opens on March 29, 2026.
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The worlds of Disney Adventure World
World of Frozen
World of Frozen is a new Frozen-themed land that features a new version of the popular Frozen Ever After attraction. There’s also a new quick-service restaurant, Nordic Crowns Tavern, plus plenty of shopping opportunities.
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If you and your kids want to see Anna and Elsa, you can take part in a traditional meet-and-greet with the queens of Arendelle, or you can see them from afar during the “A Celebration in Arendelle” show that takes place around Arendelle Bay. The show is also where you’ll see the lovable snowman, Olaf, in a new, very lifelike robotic form, which is truly one of Walt Disney Imagineering’s greatest feats of this new land.
Adventure Way
Think of Adventure Way as the central plaza that acts as a gateway to all of the worlds of the park. The stunning promenade is a great place to relax and enjoy the view of Adventure Bay, see Mickey and Minnie Mouse, and more. Adventure Way also features a new flat spinner attraction, Raiponce Tangled Spin. Think of this as a tea cup-style attraction, but themed around the popular movie Tangled. The biggest draw to Adventure Way is Disney Cascade of Light, a new nighttime spectacular that combines fireworks, lasers, water screens, and drones.
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When it’s time to grab a bite to eat, there are plenty of options, from quick service stalls selling hot dogs and sandwiches to an all-new table-service restaurant, The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge, where you can dine with Disney Princesses. One thing I can’t wait to try is The Legendary Pastrami from The Royal Röstis snack stand. The hearty dish starts with a potato pancake that’s then piled high with pastrami, arugula, gherkins and pickled peppers, relish sauce, sesame-soy vinaigrette, tomato-onion-coriander mixture, and American mustard.
World Premier Plaza
At the entrance to the park is World Premier Plaza. The world features two attractions: The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Les Tapis Volants: Flying Carpets Over Agrabah. There are also multiple shows featuring characters from Disney and Pixar. This is also a great spot for souvenir shopping before you leave the park for the day.
Worlds of Pixar
Step into your favorite Pixar movies at Worlds of Pixar. Here you can be immersed in the animated worlds of Cars, Ratatouille, Finding Nemo, and Toy Story. The land boasts quite a few attractions and eateries, of which one of our favorites is Ratatouille: The Adventure (similar to Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT), which ends by taking a peek into Bistrot Chez Rémy. The table service restaurant looks like it was plucked right out of the movie.
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Marvel Avengers Campus
Walt Disney Studios Park is home to its own version of Marvel Avengers Campus, complete with Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure (almost identical to WEB Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim, California). The world also features Avengers Assemble: Flight Force, which is a coaster themed after Iron Man.
Disneyland Paris hotels
Disneyland Paris has seven hotels on its property, and most are within walking distance of the entrance of both parks. If you don’t feel like walking, there’s also a free shuttle to the parks from most of the hotels. If you want to spend the night at Disneyland Paris, these are your on-site options.
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The Disneyland Hotel
The crown jewel of hotels is the Disneyland Hotel, which recently underwent a massive renovation that upgraded everything from the lobby and common areas to the guest rooms. The hotel is right at the entrance to Disneyland Paris, and some of the 487 rooms and suites overlook the park itself. If you are spending the night, this is the hotel I would suggest for its proximity to the parks and the sheer beauty of the spaces. While it is expensive, it may be worth the cost for those trying to pack a lot into a day or two.
The Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel
If you want to feel like a superhero at the parks, stay at the Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel. The hotel feels like it was plucked from Manhattan, has more than 350 pieces of Marvel artwork, and is just a 10-minute walk to the park. The rooms are modern and comfortable, and have everything you need for a great night’s stay. This hotel would be my second choice for a short trip to Disneyland Paris during the Olympics because it’s close to the parks.
Disney Newport Bay Club
Disney Newport Bay Club feels a lot like Disney’s Yacht Club at Walt Disney World, complete with the lake just in front of the resort. The rooms have a distinct New England nautical theme, and the hotel is about a 15-minute walk to the parks.
Disney Sequoia Lodge
Feel like you’ve stepped into a national park’s lodge at Disney Sequoia Lodge. The beautiful hotel is on the edge of Lake Disney and is a 15-minute walk to the parks. The rooms here remind me of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge at Walt Disney World or Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa at the Disneyland Resort, with darker tones and a cute woodland Bambi theme.
Disney Hotel Cheyenne
Live out your Wild West dreams at the Disney Hotel Cheyenne. The hotel has a fun Toy Story theme, complete with a walkable old-fashioned boom town and pony rides. The hotel is about a 20-minute walk to the parks, but it also offers a free shuttle, which takes about eight minutes.
Disney Hotel Santa Fe
If you have kids who love the Cars franchise, the Disney Hotel Santa Fe is the spot to be. The hotel pays homage to the American Southwest and has Cars-themed rooms. Your walk to the park will take about 20 minutes, or you can take the shuttle, which takes about eight minutes.
Disney Davy Crockett Ranch
The last hotel at Disneyland Paris is the Disney Davy Crockett Ranch. The hotel is set up as individual cabins, similar to Disney’s Fort Wilderness at Walt Disney World. The resort also features a mini-golf course, a tennis court, and a tasty buffet. The one downfall to this resort is that there is no shuttle service, and you must drive your own car to the park, which takes 15 minutes. If you’re short on time, I wouldn’t stay here because of the lack of internal transportation.
How to get tickets for Disneyland Paris
There are two types of tickets that you can purchase to gain access to Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park.
Dated tickets
Dated tickets are Disneyland Paris’ basic tickets. They can be used at one or both parks and have entry for one to four days. Single-day, single-park tickets start at $67, while single-day, two-park tickets start at $106, for those ages 12 and older.
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Single-day undated tickets
Single-day undated tickets are the other option. These tickets are more expensive but are valid any day for one year from the date of purchase. Undated adult tickets are $145 for a single-day, single-park ticket, while single-day, two-park tickets are $184. Just know that, for undated tickets, you still need to register your visit with Disneyland Paris once you know when you’ll be visiting the parks.
How long do you really need at Disneyland Paris?
To really see everything, you need about three days at Disneyland Paris. If you only have one day to spare on your France vacation, I suggest getting a single-park ticket and venturing into Disneyland Paris. Here, you’ll find some of the classic Disney attractions, plus maybe a few new favorites (hello, Phantom Manor).
