But I think a tour is not easy either, and you will only see what you manage in the limited excursion time. Without information about lines, you\u2019ll be face-to-face with queues or other issues if you go unprepared. Better to know everything in advance and get ready; and once you\u2019ve done that\u2014why buy a tour from someone when most of the work is already done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n We visited Disneyland Park<\/strong> as a large family with almost adult children. It was my daughter’s 18th birthday present. Both adults and teenagers were thrilled with the visit. So if you hear that this park is only for little kids – it’s not true. My mother and I also felt like children again, which is worth it even at a respectable age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That’s why I decided to put together a real guide<\/strong> for those planning a trip to Disneyland in Paris. No illusions, no rose-colored glasses, but with great memories of this place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I recommend reading: Paris \u2013 what to see in three days<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The first thing that’s important to understand, even at home: There are two<\/strong>, and they are very different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If this is your first visit<\/strong>, especially with children, I highly advise:<\/p>\n\n\n\n plan a separate day for each park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Yes, there is a ticket for two parks in one day. Yes, theoretically, it’s possible. But in practice, with children\u2014it\u2019s running, fatigue, and a constant sense that you\u2019re still missing something. And even for adults\u2014personally, I wouldn\u2019t mix these parks in one day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We were at Disneyland at the beginning of May (for my daughter’s birthday). It was very warm during the day and pleasantly mild in the evening, though a light rain started as the park closed. But the main thing\u2014there were few people<\/strong>, compared to the summer season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From personal experience and observation, I can say: the best time to visit is spring or early autumn.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n April, May, September, early October<\/strong>\u2014an ideal balance between weather, prices, and number of visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the other hand, I would categorically not recommend <\/strong>(although of course it\u2019s easier to travel around this time, especially from Germany and other countries where skipping school is strictly monitored):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n French primary school pupils often have Wednesdays off<\/strong> (known as \u201cpas d’\u00e9cole le mercredi\u201d). That\u2019s why there are noticeably more children in the park on that day. Because kids are taken to extracurricular activities, including Disneyland, on Wednesdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for holidays, for example, on Halloween<\/strong> or Christmas<\/strong> the park hosts unique shows and parades. But tourists who went to Disneyland at this time warn: “during the holidays, tickets are much more expensive and not all attractions are operating.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n We bought tickets in advance on the official Disneyland Paris website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is important for two reasons: firstly<\/strong>, it\u2019s cheaper, secondly<\/strong>\u2014on popular dates there may simply be no tickets at the box office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For our trip, we chose a one park one day ticket<\/strong>. And it was absolutely the right decision. Even in a whole day, it\u2019s impossible to see everything, and trying to means you\u2019ll only spoil your mood. So, as I said before, my grown-up child dreamed of seeing Disneyland Park<\/strong> to fulfill a childhood dream. That\u2019s why we bought tickets only there (without visiting the second park Walt Disney Studios Park<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official Disneyland website often offers discounts for early booking: online tickets are often cheaper than buying on site. Make sure you buy dated tickets for a specific day (these are usually cheaper than guest tickets). In any case, it\u2019s better to buy tickets online in advance to guarantee entry (especially on hot summer or holiday days).<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no need to print anything. At the entrance they just scan the barcode from your phone (always bring a power bank just in case).<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are several options to choose from. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Carefully check whether there are special offers or family packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I highly recommend downloading the official app before the trip<\/strong> and getting familiar with how it works. It will help you get your bearings on site, shows the park map, real-time queue times for rides, and also lets you buy Premier Access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We used it all the time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It was thanks to the app that we noticed that after 2:00 pm people started gradually leaving, and there was a chance to ride popular attractions with a shorter line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lines are part of the Disneyland experience. There\u2019s no getting away from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, you’ll have your backpack checked at the entrance\u2014there are security gates that scan all personal items. Plus, you can bring food and water with you<\/strong>! \u2014 this is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then\u2014a line to enter the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tip: right after opening, head to the most popular and farthest attractions from the entrance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n For example, the app said a 90-minute wait for Peter Pan, but in reality, we stood almost two hours. You just have to accept this. On the other hand, Pirates of the Caribbean was so good, we rode it twice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The free FastPass<\/strong> system at Disneyland no longer exists<\/strong>. Instead, there is a paid service Disney Premier Access<\/strong>\u2014paid priority entry to attractions. It doesn’t guarantee instant access, but lets you “cut the line”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are two options to buy: Premier Access One<\/strong>\u2014purchased for a specific attraction and gives you a time slot\u2014and Premier Access Ultimate<\/strong>\u2014unlimited access to all available attractions without fixed timings. Tickets can be bought through the official mobile app or added to your \u201chotel+parks\u201d package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Honestly: it\u2019s expensive<\/strong>. From around 100 euros per person. We had a solid breakfast before visiting Disneyland. We also brought our own sandwiches, but honestly\u2014it barely lasted us the whole day<\/strong>. But we were all adults (or almost adults) and managed somehow. With small children this won\u2019t work, so be sure to prepare for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be sure to bring an empty water bottle<\/strong>. There are drinking fountains on the grounds where you can refill for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you do go to a caf\u00e9, choose a kids\u2019 menu<\/strong>. For around 9 euros, a child gets a burger or chicken, fries, drink and ice cream\u2014which is a real lifesaver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There can be lines at the restaurants too. So if you definitely plan to visit one\u2014book your restaurants in advance<\/a><\/strong>. This can be done through the Disneyland app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Arrive in comfortable clothes and shoes<\/strong>. You\u2019ll have to walk a lot and stand in lines. Don\u2019t forget a cap or sunglasses on sunny days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I highly recommend taking to the park for a full-day visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tip<\/strong>: buy accessories in advance\u2014Mickey Mouse ears, a princess dress, glow or bubble wands, etc.<\/strong> In the park they are very expensive\u2014on AliExpress it all costs many times less. Just don\u2019t show them to the child too early, let it be a surprise.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n We stayed in Paris, near Montmartre<\/strong>, and it took about an hour to get there. But if your main goal is Disneyland for a few days, I would advise staying closer to the park<\/strong>. There are hotels, apartments, and a few RER stops from the entrance. Then move to Paris later for the rest of your excursions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A ticket on the RER costs about 2.5 euros one way<\/strong>, it’s a direct line, hard to get lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hotels on the territory of Disney park<\/strong> offer the full experience: rooms styled in Disney themes, themed locations nearby, animation, etc. If you book a Disney hotel<\/strong> directly on their website, you automatically receive tickets to Disneyland park. These tickets come with a significant discount<\/strong>, making it the number one reason to book a Disney hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional advantages include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For your information: Disneyland Hotel<\/strong> (5*) is located right above the entrance to Disneyland Park\u2014here \u201cthe fairy tale never ends\u201d (literally).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hotels in Val d\u2019Europe<\/strong> are located a few minutes (one stop) by RER train from Disneyland. This can be a cheaper option with a wide selection of hotels and apartments. The RER ticket to the park costs 2.2 euros per person one way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thus, if the budget is limited, consider mid-range hotel prices on the metro\/railway line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tip<\/strong>: For those staying in the Val de Europe area, there is a caf\u00e9 Mucette – salon de the Patisserie<\/a><\/strong>. A new, spotlessly clean and beautiful caf\u00e9 with delicious food.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s easy to get to Disneyland by various means of transport:<\/p>\n\n\n\n We flew from Warsaw to Paris-Beauvais airport\u2014it was a cheap but not the most convenient option (we got to Warsaw by car). There are now direct WizzAir flights from Chisinau <\/strong>at very attractive prices, which is much more comfortable. Then we spent the night in Paris and went to Disneyland for one day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The night show with fireworks by the castle<\/strong>\u2014this is the moment worth staying until the end for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fireworks show \u201cTales of Magic<\/em>\u201d<\/strong><\/em> always starts just before park closing<\/strong>. So its time varies depending on the season (check the app for times).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: <\/strong>After the show everyone heads for the RER\u2014thousands do this, it\u2019s normal and organized.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.journeys6senses.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_1781-rotated.jpg\")
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