Top Tips for Visiting Disneyland Paris

Here’s everything we learned so you can have your own magical trip!

This is my golden rule for theme parks but it 100% applies to Disney! Get to the park half an hour before opening so you are ready to get in when they open. Head to the big rides you really want to do, there will usually be much shorter queues than at any other time of day.

One of the things we loved about Disney was how wonderful a place it was to just be. Whether you are exploring the castle or shopping on Main Street, being in the park is magical in and of itself so make time to soak it all up.

The shows at Disneyland Paris are world renowned. Make sure to head to both parks and see as many shows as you can! The Lion King was truly spectacular and we also loved Pixar Together and Mickey and the Magician. Arrive at least half an hour before to make sure you get a space.

We stayed offsite at Disney and this saved us A LOT of money! It also meant we had a full apartment to stay in and could extend our stay to allow us to explore Paris too.

We’ve now stayed onsite at Disney and off site. In the summer we stayed in Val d’Europe/Serris area which is a twenty minute walk or one metro stop to the parks. There are loads of Air bnb apartments to choose from.

Last time we also stayed in an air bnb in the same area for 3 nights and then for two nights at Sequoia Lodge which is onsite at Disney and was lovely – and as park tickets were included (3 days for 2 night stay) it worked out that the hotel was only £100 more that just buying the park tickets – so I chalked that up as practically free!

It’s definitely worth checking the cost of tickets against the cost of hotel stay with tickets included. You can then stay nearby on your arrival and departure day so you really make the most of the park tickets – it worked really well for us!

The main parade at Disneyland Paris is at 5:30pm and it is well worth waiting for. The park comes alive with incredible floats and all your favourite characters. We were blown away.

A bonus tip..food is pricey in the park and not the best quality (except for the Mickey cookies, they were next level amazing!) If you are staying off site then pack some snacks/sandwiches in your bag each day and consider heading into Disney Village where there is a Five Guys (or McDonald’s) if you are staying for dinner.

Experience the Disney magic with PGL this summer

Combine a Paris trip with Disneyland and explore the best of both worlds, with PGL’s Family Paris and Disney Explorer this summer. Your five-night family break includes a day trip to Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios, as well as another excursion into Paris itself, plus full board accommodation (including packed lunches on trip days and wine for adults with dinner) and access to all PGL’s facilities during your stay.

Your base for your break will be PGL’s chateau which is ideally located just 30 miles from Disneyland Paris. Featuring a heated outdoor pool, tennis and football pitch and evening kids’ club amongst its many facilities, it’s the perfect stopping off point for your all-inclusive French family adventure this summer holiday.

Prices start from just £545 per person all-inclusive – and, with no single supplements, it’s ideal for solo parents, large families and groups of friends too! Plus, the self-drive travel option provides you with flexibility, so you can tailor your trip to meet your needs.

Enjoy a time-limited 10% discount off PGL’s Family Paris and Disney Explorer now when you book for this summer using a year-round promocode KITE25 or by phone on 0333 321 2114.

Family Paris and Disney Explorer Offer T&Cs: 

Offer valid to book by 31 August 2025 with travel by 31 August 2025. All offers are subject to availability and may not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer is valid per booking and cannot be applied retrospectively. All discounts are in conjunction with PGL’s general terms and conditions (see website for details). PGL reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time.