Best Age to Take Kids to Disneyland Paris
As someone who visits Disneyland Paris several times a year, one of the most common questions I receive is, “What’s the best age to take your kids?”
And in my opinion, the best age for kids to go to Disneyland Paris is between 3 and 8 years old.
At this age, kids still believe in the magic of Disney and are tall enough to ride most of the rides inside the Disneyland Paris theme parks.
Of course, that’s not to say you shouldn’t take kids older than 8 or younger than 3 to Disneyland Paris. I took my little boy Oliver when he was six months old and again at 2.5 years old.
Instead, it’s about knowing what to expect when taking kids to Disneyland Paris and what might interest them most about the parks based on their age.
Visiting Disneyland Paris With Babies & Toddlers
I took my son Oliver to Disneyland Paris when he was six months old and again when he was 2.5 years old. As such, I know first-hand the benefits and drawbacks of taking little ones to Disneyland Paris.
One significant benefit of taking children under 3 to Disneyland Paris is that they visit for free. That’s right; kids under 3 do not need a ticket to visit Disneyland Paris.
This is because kids under the age of 3 years old aren’t able to go on many rides at Disneyland Paris. When I took my son Oliver to Disneyland Paris as a baby, the only three rides he was able to go on were:
- Disneyland Railroad
- Cars Road Trip
- It’s a Small World
However, I noticed a huge difference when I took him back to Disneyland Paris at 2.5 years.
Now, he could go on additional rides, such as Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin and Peter Pan’s Flight. He’d also developed a love for Disney Pixar’s Cars, so he loved seeing all the characters.
Visiting Disneyland Paris With Children 3 to 8 Years Old
The best age for kids to go to Disneyland Paris is between 3 and 8. At this age, kids still believe in the magic of Disney, and their faces light up as they meet their favourite characters.
As you approach the 6-year-old mark, you’ll find that most kids can go on all the rides inside the Disneyland Paris theme parks.
If you’re travelling with kids of this age, I’d recommend at least two days at Disneyland Paris with park-to-park tickets. You may also want to stay on-site or invest in a Premier Access Pass to maximise your visit.
Visiting Disneyland Paris With Tweens 9 to 12 Years Old
A few years ago, Disneyland Paris offered little to tweens and teens. However, the resort has recently undergone extensive development, so tweens now have a lot to experience.
The new on-site hotel, Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, is a massive hit with kids aged between 8 and 12 years old and features:
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness Center
- Marvel Design Studio
Meanwhile, the new Avengers Campus at the Walt Disney Studios theme park features incredible rides such as:
- Aventures Assmble: Flight Force
- Spider-man: W.E.B Aventure
Visiting Disneyland Paris With Teenagers
Depending on your teen’s interests, they may be excited to visit Disneyland Paris or believe that Disney is just for babies.
If you’re travelling to Disneyland Paris exclusively with teens, I suggest sitting together and looking at the rides. If they aren’t interested, I’d recommend skipping a visit to Disneyland Paris on this occasion.
Alternatively, if you’re visiting Disneyland Paris with teens and younger kids, here are some things you can do to ensure they have a great time.
- Stay on-site
- Invest in a Premier Access Pass
- Book restaurants
Visiting Disneyland Paris as an Adult
Before having kids, I regularly visited Disneyland Paris with my partner. As a fan of Disney, I loved going on all the rides, watching the parade and dining on delicious Disney food.
It is incredibly common to see adults without kids visiting Disneyland Paris. So I wouldn’t ever worry about feeling out of place.
Some things you can do to enhance your visit to Disneyland Paris as an adult, either solo, as a couple or with friends, include:
- Stay on-site
- Invest in a Premier Access Pass
- Dine at high-end restaurants