Expert shares top eight things to see and do at Disneyland Paris

An expert has shared the most popular eight things to do at Disneyland Paris.

Disneyland Paris is an entertainment resort in Chessy, France, just 32 kilometres east of Paris. Inside it has two world-class theme parks, seven themed Disney hotels and Villages Nature Paris, a 27-hole golf course.

Whether you have been before or it’s your first time to Disneyland Paris, the theme park experts at AttractionTickets.com have analysed TikTok hashtag data to uncover the ‘must-see’ attractions around the park.

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The data revealed the eight most popular things to see and do at Disneyland Paris are:

1. Character Meet and Greets

2. Peter Pan’s Flight

3. Meeting Mickey Mouse

4. A trip down Main Street

5. Sleeping Beauty Castle

6. Big Thunder Mountain

7. Fantasyland

8. Trying Disney-themed food and snacks

1. Character Meet and Greets

According to TikTok data, the most popular characters to meet and greet at Disneyland Paris include Ariel and Donald Duck. While it might sound easy to tick off meeting all your favourite characters, they often move around the park, making some characters slightly tricky to find.

If you’re hoping to meet Ariel at Disneyland Paris, it’s recommended to head to the Princess Pavilion or the Auberge de Cendrillon in Fantasyland. However, Donald Duck doesn’t have a scheduled meet-and-greet location – it can be a matter of luck whether you spot him.

According to Disneyland Paris Tripadvisor reviews, the most likely areas to meet him include Fantasyland, Adventureland or the Production Courtyard in the Studios.

2. Peter Pan’s Flight

In second place is Peter Pan’s Flight, located in Fantasyland. This ride is designed to make you feel as though you’re flying over scenes from the movie as you fly over London rooftops, Neverland and Captain Hook’s ship.

3. Meet Mickey Mouse

Unsurprisingly, meeting the iconic Mickey Mouse is among the top things to see and do. To meet Mickey, Disneyland Paris has a dedicated spot inside Fantasyland, otherwise referred to as ‘Mickey Mouse’s House.’

While this spot is probably the best place to meet Mickey in person and take photos, if you don’t fancy queuing to meet Mickey Mouse, there are some other places to spot him around the park. Based on Tripadvisor reviews, visitors have spotted Mickey at:

1. Dining experiences at Plaza Gardens

2. Mickey and the Magician live show where you can spot him on stage performing tricks

3. Parades and shows where you can see Mickey Mouse dressed in various costumes

4. A trip down Main Street

This iconic entrance area is hard to miss but it is undoubtedly a magical moment for many families on their visit. Featuring shops, restaurants and the view of Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street often serves as a picturesque backdrop for videos and photos.

5. Sleeping Beauty Castle

This classic Disney landmark is often the hub for parades and firework displays, providing numerous photo opportunities to capture the magic of Disneyland Paris. According to TikTok data, night-time shows are highly popular.

With Disney illuminations, fireworks and music, it’s a nostalgic and magical experience. The castle also holds various shows throughout the day. It is advised to check the park’s schedule on the day you’re visiting to help plan this into your itinerary.

You can also go inside the castle where you’ll find “La Galerie de la Belle au Bois Dormant” which translates to "Sleeping Beauty Gallery". Here, it tells the story of Sleeping Beauty through tapestries, stained glass windows and sculptures.

6. Big Thunder Mountain

This family-friendly rollercoaster is loved for its unique theme and scenery. Set in the Wild West mining town of Thunder Mesa, it’s based on the legend of the cursed Big Thunder Mountain and the mining operation that led to its downfall.

7. Fantasyland

Fantasyland is an enchanting area with various fairy-tale-themed attractions and sets. Here you can meet characters such as Peter Pan, Snow White and Cinderella. It’s also home to rides such as Dumbo, the Flying Elephant and Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups.

8. Trying Disney-themed food and snacks

From Mickey Mouse-shaped waffles to Star Wars-themed snacks, there’s a huge variety of quirky and fun foods to try. Some of the favourites spotted on TikTok include:

• Belle’s Enchanted Rose cake pop, inspired by Beauty and the Beast

• Darth Vader-shaped waffles

• Lightsaber churros

• Mickey Mouse-shaped doughnuts

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