Île-de-France (Seine-et-Marne), France
Disneyland Paris is Europe's premier family destination, consisting of two parks: Disneyland Park (the classic castle park) and Disney Adventure World (formerly Walt Disney Studios Park, renamed March 29 2026). With an incredible 28 attractions having no height restrictions and 30 rides for children under 100cm, it's absolutely perfect for families with young children.
Two Parks, Double the Magic
Disneyland Park
The iconic castle park with 5 themed lands:
- Fantasyland - Perfect for toddlers and young children
- Adventureland - Moderate thrills
- Frontierland - Wild west adventures
- Discoveryland - Futuristic attractions
- Main Street USA - Shopping and dining
- Earlier in 2026
- Minnie's Dream Factory - Musical adventure show (ran Feb 7 - July 5, 2026)
Disney Adventure World (formerly Walt Disney Studios Park — renamed March 29, 2026)
Movie magic comes alive:
- Worlds of Pixar - Family-friendly Pixar attractions
- Marvel Avengers Campus - Superhero adventures
- World of Frozen (opened March 29, 2026) - Step into Arendelle during the Snowflower Festival
Height Breakdown
No Height Restriction (28 Attractions)
Perfect for babies and toddlers:
- It's a Small World
- Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Le Carrousel de Lancelot
- Casey Jr. - le Petit Train du Cirque
- Orbitron
- Blanche-Neige et les Sept Nains (Snow White)
- Les Voyages de Pinocchio
- Cars Quatre Roues Rallye
- Frozen Ever After (opened March 29, 2026)
- Raiponce Tangled Spin (opened March 29, 2026)
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Peter Pan's Flight
- Alice's Curious Labyrinth
- Cars Road Trip (Studios)
- Ratatouille: The Adventure (Studios)
- Plus many more family rides and character meet & greets
81-100cm
Great for young children:
- Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop (81cm) - Studios
- Autopia (81cm with an adult, 132cm alone)
102cm+ Highlights
Adventure starts here:
- Big Thunder Mountain (102cm)
- Star Tours (102cm)
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (102cm) - Studios
- Crush's Coaster (107cm) - Studios
- RC Racer (120cm) - Studios
- Avengers Assemble: Flight Force (120cm) - Studios
- Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain (120cm)
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril (140cm)
Best for Every Age
- Babies (0-2): Excellent - numerous gentle rides and shows
- Toddlers (2-5): Perfect - specifically designed attractions
- Children (5-12): Outstanding variety
- Teenagers: Good mix of thrills and experiences
- Adults: Nostalgia, theming, and atmosphere
Unique Features
Character Experiences
- Multiple character meet & greets throughout the day
- Character dining experiences
- Parade with all favorite characters
- Disney Illuminations night show
Multi-Day Value
- Most visitors need 2-3 days for both parks
- Special multi-day tickets available
- On-site Disney hotels include early park access
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- January-early February, early September-mid October
- Busiest
- All school holidays, weekends
- Special events
- Halloween (Sept-Oct), Christmas (Nov-Jan)
- Tip
- Book FastPass (now called Premier Access) for popular rides
Top Tips for Families
- Arrive at rope drop - Least crowded first 2 hours
- Use Single Rider - Halve your wait time on select rides
- Baby Switch - One parent rides while other waits with baby, then swap
- Book restaurants - Table service restaurants get fully booked
- Stay on-site - Extra Magic Hours (early park entry) for hotel guests
- Download the app - See wait times, mobile food ordering
Exceptional Facilities
- Baby Care Centers - Both parks have dedicated facilities
- Stroller rental - Available at park entrances
- Height check - Colorful character measuring stations
- Accessibility - Excellent disabled access
- Food - Extensive options including baby food
Getting There
- From Paris City Center
- RER A train - Direct to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy (40 mins)
- Car - 45 mins via A4 motorway
- Airport - Direct shuttle from CDG and Orly
- Parking
- €30 per day (book online for small discount)
Money-Saving Tips
- Book tickets online 7+ days in advance (save 20-30%)
- Stay off-site (nearby hotels often half the price)
- Bring snacks and water (allowed in parks)
- Avoid peak season for better hotel and flight deals
- Multi-day tickets = better value per day
- Eat lunch in Disney Village (outside parks, more affordable)
Accommodation Strategy
- Disney Hotels
- Extra Magic Hours, character dining, easy park access
- Partner Hotels
- Cheaper, still walking distance
- Off-site Hotels
- Best value, need transport
Language
- All attractions and shows in both French and English
- Cast members speak English
- Menus in multiple languages
- Don't worry if you don't speak French!
Must-Do Experiences
- Disney Illuminations - Nighttime spectacular (don't miss!)
- Big Thunder Mountain - Iconic roller coaster
- Ratatouille ride - Incredible 3D experience
- Character breakfast - Unforgettable for kids
- Main Street at night - Magical atmosphere