Guide updated — June 2026
Disneyland Paris Visitor Guide in 2026
Tickets, stays, what's new: the complete guide
World of Frozen is open, the Studios park has become Disney Adventure World, and tickets start from £45. Here's everything you need to plan your visit to Disneyland Paris: current prices, a side-by-side of the two parks, choosing your hotel and tips to save money.
By David · Updated on June 7, 2026 · 8 min read
Where to start?
Plan your Disney visit, step by step
Everything you need to organise your day at Disneyland Paris.
Guide
Disneyland or Disney Adventure World: which park to choose?
Since March 2026, the question has changed. The second park, long judged too small, has become Disney Adventure World, a full-blown park in its own right. Here's how to decide based on your group and the time you have.
Disneyland Park
The original, opened in 1992. The castle, Main Street, the parades: Disney magic in its purest form.
- Big Thunder Mountain
- Phantom Manor
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Hyperspace Mountain
- Peter Pan's Flight
Best for: first visits, young children, a fairytale atmosphere.
Less suited if you're mainly after thrill rides.
Disney Adventure World (formerly Walt Disney Studios)
The second park, transformed in March 2026 around Adventure Bay lake. Cinema, heroes and immersive worlds.
- 🆕 Frozen Ever After
- Crush's Coaster
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Avengers Assemble: Flight Force
- Ratatouille: The Adventure
Best for: fans of Frozen, Marvel and Pixar, teens, thrill-seekers.
Less suited if you're set on the classic castle atmosphere.
Which one is right for you?
Choose Disneyland Park if…
- It's your first visit to Disneyland Paris.
- You're travelling with young children (ages 3 to 7).
- You want the classic atmosphere: castle, parades, Main Street.
- You prefer gentle, magical rides over big thrills.
Choose Disney Adventure World if…
- Your children love Frozen, Marvel or Pixar.
- You're travelling with teens or thrill-seekers.
- You want to discover the 2026 new openings.
- You already know the original park and want something new.
💡 Our verdict
For nearly twenty years, the second park was Disneyland Paris's weak spot: too small, done in half a day. That's no longer true. With World of Frozen, Avengers Campus and the transformation into Disney Adventure World (more than 90% of the park reworked since 2002), it now rivals the original park — and will keep growing, with a Lion King land expected in 2027.
If you're only coming for one day, choose based on your group using the profiles above. But if you can, get a 2-park ticket over 2 days: a day for each, without rushing. Start with the one that best fits your group — you'll inevitably want to see the other.
Our detailed comparisonTickets
Which ticket to choose?
The dated ticket is almost always the best choice: up to £58 in savings.
Dated ticket
from £45
adult · 1 day · 1 park
- Up to 55% off the full price
- Free cancellation up to 3 days before
- No registration needed
- Fixed date, non-changeable
- Variable price (dynamic pricing)
Open ticket
£104
adult · 1 day · 1 park
- Valid 1 year, date of your choice
- Date changeable at will
- Ideal as a gift
- Date reservation required
- Pricier than the dated ticket
Disneyland Pass
from £251
per year · from Bronze One
- 170 to 365 days of access per year
- Shop & restaurant discounts
- Parking included
- Privilege tickets for friends & family
- Worth it mainly for regulars
Everything about tickets & access to Disneyland Paris
Prices
Prices at a glance
Based on our own price tracking. Last updated: April 2026.
Dated ticket
1 day · 1 park · off-peak
Open ticket
1 day · 1 park · undated
Hotel stay
per person · 2D / 1N · 2 parks
Children under 3
parks + hotels
Disney hotels range from £107/pers (Davy Crockett Ranch ★★) to £698/pers (Disneyland Hotel ★★★★★), hotel + 2-park tickets package included.
Source: our tracking of the official site — based on 2 adults + 1 child, 2D/1N. Prices converted from euros (€1 ≈ £0.87); the parks charge in euros.
Calendar
When to visit Disneyland Paris?
Our data shows that January and September are the cheapest months. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays offer 15% savings and lower crowds. Avoid: July-August and the Christmas holidays (peak prices, parks often sold out).
Accommodation
Which hotel to choose at Disneyland Paris?
The real question isn't "which hotel?" but "inside the Disney bubble or nearby?". Both make sense depending on your budget and the length of your stay. Here's what each offers, for whom, and how to decide.
Official Disney hotels
Nothing beats a night in one of the 7 themed hotels of Disneyland Paris to extend the magic and live the world of Walt Disney! All-inclusive stay (tickets + parks + half-board) or room-only, a Disney hotel is the priciest option but certainly the one with the most perks.
The themed Disney hotels are the closest to the parks: the Disneyland Hotel is even inside Disneyland Park itself!
Discover the 7 Disney hotelsfrom £107
/ pers · hotel + 2-park tickets package
- 2-park tickets included & early access
- 1h early access (Extra Magic Time)
- On foot or free shuttle
Hotels around the parks
For everyone who doesn't want to put their whole budget into accommodation, the partner and nearby hotels of Disneyland Paris are a very affordable alternative to the official hotels.
Quick to reach, under 20 minutes from the parks thanks to free shuttles, some even offer theming that rivals the Disney hotels, plus plenty of activities for families.
Discover the nearby hotelsfrom £52
/ night · room-only, tickets not included
- Lower rates
- Family rooms, sometimes pool & restaurant
- Free shuttle
Everything about the hotels of Disneyland Paris
Practical
Plan your visit
Premier Access, restaurants, transport: the quick answers.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Disneyland Paris
How much is a ticket in 2026?
Dated 1-day/1-park ticket from £45 in off-peak season. Open ticket (undated, 1 year): £104. Free for under-3s.
Do I need to book?
Yes. Tickets are online only (official site or an authorised reseller). No more ticket booths. For undated tickets, register your visit in advance.
How many parks are there?
Two parks: Disneyland Park (1992) and Disney Adventure World (formerly Walt Disney Studios, renamed March 2026). Plus Disney Village with free access.
Who runs Disneyland Paris?
Natacha Rafalski (in post since 2018). Christophe Murphy succeeds her on 6 July 2026.
Why did Euro Disney become Disneyland Paris?
Financial difficulties from 1993. The name "Euro Disney" was too closely tied to money. Disney bought the resort outright in 2017.
Who created Disneyland Paris?
Michael Eisner and Frank Wells (The Walt Disney Company). Designed by Imagineers Tony Baxter, Tom Morris, Tim Delaney and Sylvie Massara.
About David
As the editor-in-chief of touschezmickey.com, I have a passion for theme parks and Disney parks in particular. I've been lucky enough to make several trips to Disney World in Orlando (2017, 2023) and Shanghai Disneyland (2018). On this blog I share all my tips and tricks for unforgettable and affordable experiences in the parks.