If you are planning a trip to Disneyland Paris, you are in the right place. In this article, we have tried to provide you with everything about Disneyland Paris. We don’t think there is anyone in the world who doesn’t have memories with Walt Disney cartoons. Walt Disney’s animations are the common point of children’s world with their parents. We all spent our childhood with the story of Cinderella, Pinocchio, Snow White and dozens of other cartoons; One day we dreamed of flying with Peter Pan, the next day we were waiting for the seven dwarfs to appear in our room. Every person in his life somehow connects to these cartoons. By building Disneyland collections around the world, Walt Disney has made it possible for everyone to enter the world of cartoons at any age and say goodbye to the real world of adults for at least a few hours.
Whether you have kids or not, a trip to Disneyland Paris is an event you shouldn’t miss and take advantage of every moment. For this, first of all, it is better to get to know Disneyland Paris, research its entertainment and different places so that you can have the best plan for the short time you are in this dreamland.
Disneyland Paris: Welcome to the land of magic!
Disneyland Paris, formerly known as Euro Disney Resort, is one of the most famous entertainment centers in the east of Paris, where a large number of children and adults go to have fun every year. Disneyland Paris includes two sets of amusement parks, which are a good place for nature tourism, shopping and restaurant tours, of course, the entertainment of this park is not limited to these few things and we are going to introduce them little by little.
Disneyland Park is the main park of this complex, which was opened on April 12, 1992 as a place for fun. 10 years later, the second park of this complex named Walt Disney Studios Park was built in 2002. In 2017, Disneyland Paris celebrated its 25th anniversary, this park has had nearly 320 million visitors in 25 years, which has made Disneyland Paris one of the most visited parks in Europe.
Disneyland Paris is the second Disneyland after Tokyo Disneyland, which was built in 1983 for the first time outside the United States. Disneyland Paris is the only park outside the United States that is wholly owned by the Walt Disney Company. Disneyland Paris consists of four main sections.
Castle Park or Disneyland Park (The Castle Theme Park)
Disneyland Paris is built in the shape of a castle. This castle is one of the most popular sights in Paris due to its quality attractions, attention to detail and its unique resemblance to the Sleeping Beauty cartoon castle. In fact, wherever the name of Disneyland Paris park is used, this famous castle is meant.
Walt Disney Studios Park (Walt Disney Studio Park)
Walt Disney Studios Park is actually a smaller version of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Studio Park also has some good attractions for visitors, but it has fewer fans than Disneyland Park.
Disney Village
Disney Village is a small area with various shopping centers and restaurants, which we will discuss in this article.
Hotel area
In general, six hotels are located in the park area and two hotels are located outside the area and at a short distance. With the exception of two hotels located outside the area, the entire area can be explored on foot within a short period of time.
The good news for Avengers fans is that in 2020-2021, two Avengers attractions will be added to the collection, making it even more complete.
Why should you visit Disneyland Paris?
In general, there are four international Disney destinations, each of which has its own charm, now the main question is why choose Disneyland Paris as our destination for entertainment? There are many reasons for each of you to choose Disneyland Paris as your travel destination. The question that most Disney fans ask about this park is: “Is Disneyland Paris the real Disney?”
Of course, yes, this is the real Disney. Disneyland Paris has a relatively different structure compared to other Disneylands and is very spectacular. It is not easy to describe this park with all the fine and big details.
7 must-see places in Disneyland Paris
We must say that Disneyland Paris will make you fall in love at first sight, even if you don’t believe in love at first sight. If you want to make the most of your time visiting this park, it is better to have general information about its different parts in advance. In the following, we will introduce you to 7 of the best amusements in Disneyland.
1. Great Mountain Railway (Big Thunder Mountain Railroad)
The Grand Mountain Railway at Disneyland Paris is a rollercoaster designed for all ages, a device that can be enjoyed by the whole family. This train always takes its passengers on an exciting and scary adventure in the depths of a mysterious mountain. A winding path in raging rivers and scary sounds that make the hearts of all travelers tremble; But the train does not stop moving to bring its passengers safely to a safe destination.
2. Phantom Maneuver (Phantom Manor)
Phantom Manor was built in 1992, this haunted house is one of the fun and scary attractions of Disneyland Paris. There are similar houses in Disneyland, America and Tokyo, but the storyline of this house is different and darker than the others. If you are adventurous and have a headache for scary stories, you should enter this house to discover its secrets.
3. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Blanche-Neige et les Sept Nains)
What would you do if you were told that you could get on a trolley and travel to Snow White right now? It is clear that no one will miss the opportunity to meet the Seven Dwarfs! This time it will be up to you and the seven dwarfs to travel to the world of Snow White, pass through the dark forest and destroy the evil queen. Do not underestimate this scary and exciting adventure.
4. Beautiful sleeping castle (Sleeping Beauty Castle)
Before you visit the Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Paris, it is better to watch the cartoon carefully once more to enjoy every moment of your adventure. Sleeping Beauty Castle has two parts, one part has a black hole mode where the story dragon is placed and the other part is a balcony whose windows are magnificently painted with beautiful paintings of Sleeping Beauty cartoon. In this section, there are a number of small shops to buy jewelry and gifts.
5. Adventureland (Adventureland)
Adventureland, or Adventureland, is one of the themed parts of Disneyland, which was designed by the Walt Disney Company, inspired by the forests of Africa, Asia, and South America. Walt Disney established this theme land around the world to make the dream a reality and said in relation to this great work: “We envisioned ourselves far from civilization, in the remote jungles of Asia and Africa.”
Disneyland Paris Adventureland is geographically slightly different from the American Disneylands and is mostly derived from the regions of India and Morocco. This subject land is divided into 4 parts.
Aladdin in Disneyland Paris (Le Passage Enchanté d’Aladdin)
The first part is called Adventureland Bazar. This bazaar is a recreation of an oriental city based on the Arabian Nights, a city similar to the city of Agrabah in the story of Aladdin and the Magic Lamp. The Aladdin attraction was added to the Adventure Bazaar in 1993, which is actually an exhibition of the film and story of Aladdin.
By walking in this exhibition, you will see the showcases that recreated and displayed scenes from the movie Aladdin. If you have recently seen the movie Aladdin, this section will be interesting for you.
Disneyland Paris store and restaurant complex
The second part of Adventureland has more of an African vibe and is full of restaurants and shops that you can spend a lot of time with.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Pearl (Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril)
The third section is made with the theme of the mysterious forests of Asia, and the theme recreations related to the story of Indiana Jones are placed in this section. This section includes a big and exciting train that was designed and built in 1993 based on the Indiana Jones movies. Guests board train cars shaped like old mining wheels and take an adventurous journey through an eerie mine to finally reach the lost and mysterious Temple of Pearl. It is better to fasten your seat belts as soon as possible and sit firmly in your seat along the way, this train will take you to the world of Indiana Jones at full speed.
Pirates of the Caribbean (Pirates of the Caribbean)
The last and perhaps the most important part of Adventureland is the Pirates of the Caribbean area, which covers a huge part of Adventureland. It is better to pick up your sword as soon as possible and join the team of Captain Jack Sparrow to experience a scary adventure.
The Pirates of the Caribbean adventure is one of the entertainments that exist in all Disneylands and is considered an integral part of them. Pirates of the Caribbean is a mysterious story of a group of pirates that you have to accompany them on this journey. It will be interesting for you to know that this adventure was the starting point for the Pirates of the Caribbean movie and series in 2003, after which a number of new characters were added to the Disneyland collection.
6. Peter Pan’s Flight (Peter Pan’s Flight)
Peter Pan’s Flight is a musical and heartwarming ride based on the cartoon story of Peter Pan, which is one of the most famous attractions in Disneyland. Board the magical ship with Peter Pan and fly in the night sky over the city of London, which is made as a completely natural model. Disneyland Paris’ version of Peter Pan is longer than the other parks, giving you more time to enjoy your ride, a flight you wish would never end.
7. Pinocchio’s travels (Les Voyages de Pinocchio)
Do you like the adventurous journey of Pinocchio or not? Try to never lie in answer to this question when you are in Disneyland Paris, this is the land of Walt Disney and you might end up with a nose like Pionoccio if you lie! Who wouldn’t be excited to see Pinocchio and Father Geppetto? This trip is based on the Pinocchio cartoon made by Walt Disney in 1940. Accompany Pinocchio in this adventure to finally become a real boy.
When is the best time to visit Disneyland Paris?
The best time to travel to Paris and visit Disneyland Paris is between April to June and from October to mid-November, because during this period the weather in Paris is mild and the number of tourists in this country is less than in summer.
Purchase from Disneyland Paris
No matter how much you look around in Disneyland Paris, you have to buy souvenirs. Disneyland is full of attractive shops for children and adults. Disney Village is a shopping complex with restaurants, full of entertainment in Disneyland Paris. This collection was opened in 1992 with a different title, but it gradually reached its current shape and image. Shop at Disney Village, an amazing magical environment where the best and most famous clothing, jewelry, toys and exclusive collectibles are brought together. Disney Gallery, Lego Store, Disney Store, etc. are all winking at tourists for shopping.
How many days does it take to visit Disneyland Paris completely?
Sightseeing in Disneyland Paris, including the park and hotel, takes approximately two to three days. The minimum time we recommend to tourists is two nights and three days. Our suggested duration is such that you can both explore the park and leave the park with full satisfaction. But if you need more fun, you can stay longer in Disneyland Paris and visit more parts of the park.
What to eat in Disneyland Paris?
The cost of eating at Disneyland Paris is relatively expensive, but the good news is that unlike other tourist attractions, tourists can bring their own food and drinks to the park. So if you want to spend less, pack your sandwiches, drinks and snacks in your backpack, otherwise the park has more than 50 different cafes and restaurants for different budgets. Remember to reserve your desired restaurant in advance online or with the FASTPASS system so you don’t have to wait in long lines. In the following, we will introduce some of the most popular restaurants in Disneyland Paris.
Walt`s Restaurant, which is one of the best restaurants in Disneyland Paris.
Agrabah Cafe with its special interior design is another option to choose from. A cafe with a different interior design with a Moroccan vibe and different dishes that are worth trying.
Captain Jack’s restaurant is also a restaurant that invites you to have fun and have a meal with the pirates of the Caribbean.
Disneyland Paris working hours and tickets
The hours of operation of different parts of Disneyland Paris can be easily checked through the official website of Disneyland Paris. Get tickets for each section easily and online.
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