Most travelers come to Marne-la-Vallée for one reason only—to visit Disneyland® Paris. This well-heeled Parisian suburb has more to offer than Sleeping Beauty Castle and Big Thunder Mountain, though. Once you've rubbed shoulders with Mickey, head over to the Disney® Village, immerse yourself in movie magic at the Walt Disney® Studios Park, or swap fairy tales for fish tails with a visit to SEA LIFE®. For grown-ups, the chic Val d'Europe and La Vallée Village shopping malls, golf courses, and real-life medieval châteaux are other top things to do in Marne-la-Vallée.
No matter when you come to Marne-la-Vallée where Disneyland® Paris is located, you’re not going to get around how popular it is. By visiting midweek and avoiding school holidays, you’ll usually experience a quieter time than if you visit in the middle of summer break. Prices and crowds also peak around the Christmas holidays.
The theme park complex is vast, and the free Disneyland® Paris mobile app can really help with logistics. Entry to Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney® Studios Park can be purchased as two separate tickets, or as a combined ticket that covers both. You can also combine your tickets with a hotel stay. The majority of hotels are roughly 10-20 minutes’ walk from the main park gate. Your step count should be impressive on your theme park days.
If you’re arriving by car, take a photo of your parking spot. With so many vehicles, finding yours again after a long day can prove challenging. First-time visitors often underestimate how much walking they’ll be doing around the park. Comfy shoes are a must. Another good gadget to pack is a portable charging pack, particularly if you’re planning on spending all day in the park and you want to take photos and use the park’s mobile app.
