Things to Do in Disneyland Paris in 4 Days

If you travel four days to Disneyland Paris you can organize a perfect schedule. The first two days should be spent at Dineyland Park, the third at Walt Disney Studios and the fourth at Disney Village.

María Cano

María Cano

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Things to Do in Disneyland Paris in 4 Days

Girl at Disneyland Paris | ©Thomas Evraert

As you can imagine, Disneyland Paris has a lot to see: the traditional theme park Disneyland Park, the park dedicated to cinema Walt Disney Studios and a third area known as Disney Village with a limitless entertainment offer.

If your trip lasts four days you are in luck, because you can discover in detail all the proposals of the park. Read on to find out how to plan your trip and, of course, book your multi-day ticket for Disneyland.

Day 1: Immerse yourself in the Disney world with a first day on Main Street, Fantasyland and Discoveryland

Entrance to Discoveryland:| ©Victor R. Ruiz
Entrance to Discoveryland:| ©Victor R. Ruiz

Disneyland Park has five clearly differentiated zones based on theme. I recommend that the first day you immerse yourself in the world of Main Street, Frontierland and Advetureland.

  • Main Street USA: As soon as you enter Main Street USA you will get an idea of what you will get to see over the next four days. In this area there are numerous restaurants, stores and shopping arcades. In addition, you will begin to meet your favorite characters and you can take a streetcar tour of recognition.
  • Fantasyland: Sleeping Beauty's castle, as well as the world of Alice in Wonderland and many other fairy tales await you in this area of magic and fantasy.
  • Discoveryland: If you are a Star Wars or Toy Story lover, this area will dazzle you.

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Take a steam locomotive reconnaissance tour.

I recommend that as soon as you arrive at Disneyland Paris you go to the Main Street station and take a tour in the steam locomotive to get an idea of the dimensions and the different areas of the park. The tour lasts 20 minutes and stops at the Main Street, Frontierland and Fantasyland areas.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... All ages and young children.

  • Locatedat... Main Street U.S.A.

Traveler's Tip

If you are traveling to Disneyland Paris for four days, don't hesitate to visit Dineyland Park on the first two days, Walt Disney Studios on the third, and Disney Village on the fourth. You won't regret it!

Take a boat trip in a small world

Take a 10-minute trip aboard a ship in It's a small world. A journey through seven continents that will be a delight for the little ones in the house.

  • Requirements... Any height.
  • All ages... All ages and small children.
  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Fantasyland.

Visit Sleeping Beauty Castle

Sleeping Beauty Castle| ©Jeremy Thompson
Sleeping Beauty Castle| ©Jeremy Thompson

Sleeping Beauty Castle is the star attraction of Fantasyland and one of the symbols of Disneyland Paris. It is more than 50 meters high and has been recently restored to make the visit an unforgettable moment for both adults and children.

  • Requirements... Any height.
  • All ages... All ages and young children.
  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Fantasyland area.

Cross Alice's Curious Labyrinth

Alice's Curious Labyrinth is a maze designed from high hedges that leads to the Queen of Hearts Castle from where you will have a spectacular view of Fantasyland. Get your camera ready, you will have the best snapshots!

  • Requirements... Any height.
  • All ages... All ages and young children.
  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Fantasyland area.

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Join the celebration in the Mad Hatter's cups.

Lewis Carrol's tale is very present at Disneyland Paris. Another example is Mad Hatter's Tea Cups, a carousel inspired by Alice in Wonderland that features 18 cups that spin endlessly on a tray that also rotates in the opposite direction. Plus, you can speed up or slow down with your spinning wheel.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... All ages.

  • Located at... Disneyland Park. Fantasyland area.

Fly with Peter Pan

Peter Pan's Flight is one of the favorite attractions of Fantasyland. You will ride on a flying boat with the goal of overthrowing Captain Hook while visiting some of the scenes from the movies such as the Darling children's nursery, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, or even Neverland.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... All ages and young children.

  • Located at... Disneyland Park. Fantasyland area.

Take a break for lunch before heading to Discoveryland

And after a morning exploring Fantasyland and before diving into Discoveryland, take a break for lunch, and what better place than Auberge du Cendrillon, a French cuisine restaurant that will be a delight for both adults and children. A place where you can enjoy the dance show of the Disney princesses.

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Become a space warrior in Buzz Lightyear's saber fight.

Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast Exterior| ©William Warby
Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast Exterior| ©William Warby

Inspired by Toy Story 2, in Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast you'll have the chance to climb aboard a spaceship and become a space warrior in a lightsaber fight against an army of robots led by Emperor Zurg.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... Kids, tweens, teens, adults and toddlers.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Discoveryland area.

Enjoy an intergalactic flight in Orbitron

A flight through the galaxy awaits you in Orbitron, a ship that ascends to a height of 18 meters. This futuristic attraction, inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci's sketches, will offer you spectacular views.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... All ages.

  • Located at... Disneyland Park. Discoveryland area.

Ride the Star Wars Roller Coaster

The star attraction of Discoveryland is Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain, a roller coaster with a height of more than 30 meters that reaches a speed of 70 kilometers per hour.

-Requirements... Minimum height of 1.20 meters -All ages... Pre-teens, teens and adults.

  • It is located in... Disneyland Park. Discoveryland area.

The 3D adventure continues at Star Tours

After Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain, complete your Star Wars experience in Star Tours: The Adventure Continues where you will take a 3D journey with C-3PO in the Starspeeder 1000 through various scenarios such as Hoth, Jakku, Tatooine or the Death Star.

-Requirements... 1.02 m. -All ages... Children, tweens, teens and adults.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Discoveryland area.

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Day 2: A day full of adventures in Frontierland and Adventureland

Adventureland| ©Jeremy Thompson
Adventureland| ©Jeremy Thompson

After an intense first day, the second day will be full of great adventures. This day will focus on the Frontierland and Adventureland areas, which have several attractions inspired by the stories of cowboys, Indians and pirates.

  • Frontierland: You will become the protagonist of a western movie with its cowboys and Indians.
  • Adventureland: As its name suggests, this area is marked by adventure attractions with scenes featuring pirate ships and even tree houses.

Start the morning at Big Thunder Mountain

One of the park's most popular attractions is Big Thunder Mountain, a one-kilometer-long, 22-meter-high roller coaster that accelerates up to 60 kilometers per hour. It is one of the most visited attractions and it usually has long lines. Precisely for this reason it will be a good choice if you have the opportunity to go early in the morning.

-Requirements... 1.02 meters -All ages... Children, pre-teens, teenagers and adults.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Frontierland area.

Live a terrifying experience in the haunted house.

Phantom Manor is an attraction that consists of a guided tour through a haunted house with a very hidden history that will make you live a terrifying experience. Immerse yourself in each of its rooms and discover if Henry Ravenswood had anything to do with the disappearance of his daughter's suitors.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... Children, tweens, teens, adults and toddlers.

  • Located at... Disneyland Park. Frontierland area.

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Get to know another side of the park with the Far West River Tour

Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing| ©Gian94g
Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing| ©Gian94g

Embark on a 19th century Mark Twain or Molly Brown boat and take a river trip down the rivers of the Wild West. You'll pass through smugglers' caves and see impressive geysers and rushing waterfalls. Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing is an experience that will appeal to adults and children alike.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... All ages and young children.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Frontierland area.

Prove you're the fastest in the west in the shooting gallery.

In Rustler Roundup Shootin' Gallery you will immerse yourself in the Wild West and test your skills as a shooter. Compete with friends and family, spot your target and shoot. This attraction may incur additional fees separate from park admission.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... Children, Tweens, Teens, Tweens and Adults.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Frontierland area.

Take a lunch break in the Wild West

And for lunch what better recommendation than Cowboy Cookout Barbecue, one of the largest restaurants in Disneyland Paris where you will find delicious barbecued dishes. A meal that promises to be a lot of fun because of the country music. Another option if you are a lover of Mexican food is Fuente del Oro Restaurant.

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Step into a treehouse cabin.

Inspired by "The Swiss Family Robinson" by author Johann Wyss, Robinson's Cabin is one of Disneyland's most popular attractions. It is a 100-foot-tall tree house located in the southernmost part of the park. The tree has more than 350,000 handmade leaves and more than 100,000 flowers and the house has a kitchen, bedrooms, toilet, library and a gazebo. A work of design and architecture.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... All ages, young children.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Adventureland area.

Become a treasure hunter on an island of adventure

On Adventure Isle .| ©Jeremy Thompson
On Adventure Isle .| ©Jeremy Thompson

An ideal plan for the whole family is to enter Adventure Isle, an island with hanging bridges, narrow passages and mysterious caves to dive into to discover hidden secrets and mysterious treasures.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... All ages and young children.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Adventureland Zone.

Join the Pirates of the Caribbean adventure...

Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the most popular attractions at Disneyland Paris. Located in Aventureland, it allows you to board a galleon and travel around an island dueling with buccaneers and corsairs.

  • Requirements... Any height. - All ages... All ages, young children.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Adventureland area.

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Immerse yourself in an expedition with Indiana Jones

If you are a movie buff, Indiana Jones and The Temple of Peril will be your attraction. Hop on a runaway wagon bound for the jungle and dive into the heart of the jungle.

-Requirements... 5'10" -All ages... Tweens, Teens and Adults.

  • Located in... Disneyland Park. Adventureland Zone.

Surprise yourself with the night show

And after two intense days in Disneyland Paris, say goodbye in style with the Disney Illuminations night show. An event with fireworks and music from Pirates of the Caribbean or Star Wars that will dazzle you. It takes place before the park closes.

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Day 3: A day of movies and special effects at Walt Disney Studio

Disney Studio| ©Shagshag
Disney Studio| ©Shagshag

In the middle of your trip, I recommend you to spend the third day at Walt Disney Studio, the theme park dedicated to movies and special effects. Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Ratatouille or Monsters SA are some of the favorite movies in this theme park.

Stroll along Hollywood Boulevard in Studio 1

As soon as you enter Walt Disney you will find Disney Studio 1 and you will feel as if you were in Hollywood. You will be able to walk along mythical places such as Hollywood Boulevard and take a trip back in time to the golden age of cinema, from the classic 1920s to the 1960s. This space, which stands out for its ambience, as well as its decoration, has several restaurants and stores.

  • Requirements... Any height.
  • All ages... All ages and young children.
  • Located in... Walt Disney Studios. Front Lot.

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Step inside the Tower of Terror

Inspired by The Twilight Zone television series, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is Walt Disney Studios' most visited attraction, as well as the tallest in the park at 56 meters tall. A tour of terror that includes a free fall that turns passengers upside down.

-Requirements... 1.02 m. -All ages... Pre-teens, teens and adults -Located in... Walt Disney Studios. Production Coutyard.

Become a Toy Story Soldier and parachute out!

As if you were one of the little soldiers from the movie Toy Story, in ToySoldiers Parachute Drop you will free fall to a height of 25 meters. A chilling sensation that leaves no one indifferent.

-Requirements... 81 cm. -All ages... Children, pre-teens, teenagers and adults.

  • It is located in... Walt Disney Studios. Worlds of Pixar.

Star in your own race on Route 66.

Route 66 is the setting for CarsRoad Trip, an attraction where you'll ride a streetcar and have the chance to meet Cars characters like Lightning McQueen and Martin.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... All ages and toddlers.

  • Located at... Walt Disney Studios. Worlds of Pixar.

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Take a thrilling ride on RC Racer

RC Racer| ©Mkckim
RC Racer| ©Mkckim

RC Racer is an attraction inspired by the Toy Story movies. It is 25 meters high and although it has a very short ride, it is very exciting. A total of 25 people can ride and each row has four seats.

-Requirements... 1.20 m. -All ages... RC Racer: part of the story.

  • It is located at... Walt Disney Studios. Worlds of Pixar.

Enjoy a delicious hamburger at Restaurant en Coulisse

After a dreamy morning, don't hesitate to take a lunch break. Restaurant en Coulisse is a sure bet for delicious burgers and salads.

Take in a show at the Walt Disney Studio

And after an intense day of attractions, don't hesitate to check out the programming and attend one of the shows taking place at Walt Disney Studio such as Animation Celebration - Frozen, a show starring the Frozen characters that will dazzle you.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... Toddlers, kids, tweens, teens, adults, all ages.

  • Located at... Walt Disney Studios. Toon Studio.

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Ride on the back of Slinky Dog

Slinky Dog ZigZag Spin is a roller coaster where you will ride on the back of Slinky Dog just like Woody and Buzz did in Toy Story. Jumps, ups and downs await you aboard the carriage.

-Requirements... Any height. -All ages... All ages.

  • Located at... Walt Disney Studios. Worlds of Pixar.

Become a protagonist of Ratatouille

Ratatouille: The Aventure is a 4D attraction that takes place aboard a ratmobile. It is inspired by Chez Remy, Ratatouille's restaurant.

-Requirements... Any height -All ages... All ages and young children.

  • Located at... Walt Disney Studios. Worlds of Pixar.

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Visit some of the stores in the park

And with one day to go before the end of the trip, one of my recommendations is that you go little by little into some of the stores in the park in order to see the different items such as pens, magnets, postcards, key chains, stuffed animals, calendars, mugs, T-shirts or sweatshirts. Going to Disneyland and not getting a gift is an impossible task. So check prices, compare and buy the best.

Day 4: Enjoy the great entertainment offer at Disney Village

Christmas Parade Carriage| ©Found Around Disney
Christmas Parade Carriage| ©Found Around Disney

On the fourth day of your trip to Disneyland Paris, I recommend you visit Disney Village, a third area next to Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios, which has cinemas, live music, themed stores and several bars and restaurants, as well as a wide range of shows. Aimed at both adults and children, it is adjacent to Lake Disney.

Stroll through Disney Village

Disney Village will amaze you, and this entertainment area should be visited at your leisure. Undoubtedly, you will be dazzled by all the surprises you will find on your tour, from parades and live music events to numerous characters you will want to take pictures with. Ideal for a family stroll. Upon entering Disney Village you will have to go through a security checkpoint.

-All ages... children, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disney Village.

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Get the best views of Disneyland from PanoraMagique

Have you ever imagined riding in a hot air balloon? At Disneyland you can. Specifically in Disney Village, next to Disney Lake, you'll find PanoraMagique, a helium balloon whose approximately six-minute ride will give you the best views of Disneyland. The total number of people that PanoraMagique admits is 30 people and the price of the entrance is from 15 ¤ for people over 12 years old and 8 ¤ for children from 3 to 11 years old-

-All ages... children, pre-teens, teenagers and adults -It is located in... Disney Village.

Enjoy the best titles at Cinémas Gaumont

Disney Village also has a major movie complex, so movie lovers will find their paradise. Specifically, Cinémas Gaumont houses a total of 15 screens with reclining seats and state-of-the-art sound that showcase the best titles of all movie genres.

-All ages... Kids, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disney Village.

Immerse yourself in Disney's recreational paradise at Disney Stadium

Stadium is a paradise come true for all arcade lovers. A giant hall where time stands still and where you can find games for all tastes, from the classics to dance machines, driving games or sports. All the machines are coin-operated. So, don't hesitate to bring your wallet full.

-All ages... Kids, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disney Village.

Enjoy a delicious American menu at Planet Hollywood

Hamburger at Planet Hollywood| ©Jeannot26
Hamburger at Planet Hollywood| ©Jeannot26

And for lunch I recommend you to opt for Planet Hollywood, a restaurant whose decoration is a nod to movies, series and TV shows that have transcended throughout history due to their popularity. Pop music will accompany you in this delicious experience.

-All ages... Children, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disney Village.

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Visit the themed stores at Disney Village

And after a delicious meal, take the opportunity to visit the Disney Village themed stores. This area has more than a dozen stores where you can buy the most original souvenirs for friends and family. My favorite is the LEGO Store where you can find a wide selection of games.

-All ages... Kids, tweens, teens and adults -It is located in... Disney Village.

Take a selfie with your favorite fairy tale and movie characters

Of course, a proposal that can not miss your trip to Disneyland Paris is a selfie with your favorite characters. The protagonists of Star Wars, Frozen, Mickey and his friends, as well as the characters of the savannah of Adventureland, the western legends of Frontierland or the Disney characters of Fantasyland. At Disneyland you are spoiled for choice. Every area has its selfie.

-All ages... Children, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disneyland Paris.

Let yourself be dazzled by the ride

The cavalcade is another of the highlights of Disneyland Paris. A parade that will amaze both adults and children with its floats designed in great detail and in which all Disney characters are present. I recommend you check out the route.

-All ages... Children, tweens, teens and adults -Located in... Disneyland Paris.

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Enjoy a show

If you're going for a total of four days, don't hesitate to check out the schedule in detail and enjoy all the shows that pique your curiosity such as The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands which promises to be amazing.

  • All ages... Children, pre-teens, teens and adults.
  • Located at... Disneyland Paris.

Enjoy a live concert at Billy Bob's Country Western Saloon

And after an intense day, I recommend that you end the day with a beer or a soft drink and some nachos at Billy Bob's Country Western Saloon while enjoying a live concert. Enjoy a fun day of dancing to the rhythm of soul, blues or funk music.

  • All ages... Kids, tweens, teens and adults.
  • Located in... Disneyland Village.

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How to get tickets to Disneyland Paris

Disney Illuminations| ©Edward Gebuis
Disney Illuminations| ©Edward Gebuis

When buying your ticket to Disneyland Paris, buy a ticket taking into account the number of days of your stay in the park. In this case, you would be interested in a four-day ticket. Do not hesitate to buy it online and in advance to get a discount. The post cheap Disneyland tickets shows you everything you should know before your purchase.

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Disneyland Paris opening hours

Disneyland Paris| ©David Jafra
Disneyland Paris| ©David Jafra

Disneyland Paris opens every morning from early in the morning, 9:30 a.m., and until the evening, around 11 p.m. Do not hesitate to read the post Disney parks opening hours and know all the details and particularities.

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How to get to Disneyland Paris

By car| ©Alexandr Podvalny
By car| ©Alexandr Podvalny

Disneyland Paris is located just over 30 kilometers from the French capital and is very well connected. You have several options to get there:

  • Train, which is the cheapest option.

  • Shared private transfer, the most comfortable option.

  • Car or cab or Uber.

In the post how to get from Paris to Disneyland you can know all the details of the different options.

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Recommendations if you go four days to Disneyland Paris

Visiting Disney in Paris| ©Patricia Ferreira
Visiting Disney in Paris| ©Patricia Ferreira

If you are going to Disneyland Paris for four days, take into account the following recommendations to enjoy 100% of the experience:

  • At Disneyland Paris you have a lot to see, but don't worry, you have enough time throughout the four days to enjoy all the attractions, shows, sets... at your leisure.
  • As you have plenty of time, I advise you to also enjoy your stay at the hotel.
  • Admire every detail of the decor and the ambience of all areas.
  • Distract yourself in the stores as long as you need to take the best gifts and items and, above all, to find the best promotions and prices.
  • One last tip: if on your trip to France, you also visit the Parisian capital, do not hesitate to read the post what to see and do in Paris.

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