The Ultimate Guide to the Best Rides at Disneyland® Paris

From family-friendly rides to thrilling twists and turns and everything in between, there are so many great rides at Disneyland® Paris. Whether you’re looking for exciting roller coasters with big drops or something more sedate that the whole family will enjoy, there really is something for everyone.

If you’re organising a Disneyland Paris holiday, you’ll want to know what to expect. So we’ve made planning your magical day in the Disney® Parks as easy as possible with our rundown of some of the best rides and attractions so you can note down your must-dos ahead of travelling.

Take a look at our ultimate guide to the best rides at Disneyland Paris.

What’s at Disneyland Paris?

There are two parks at Disneyland Paris – Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park. The parks are across the road from each other, so you can easily go between them during your trip.

Disneyland Park is where you’ll find the most magical experiences – Sleeping Beauty Castle, the iconic “it’s a small world”, and Main Street, U.S.A. At Walt Disney Studios Park you’ve got more of the big-thrill rides.

Each Disney Park is split into themed zones with rides and attractions in each one.

How many rides are there at Disneyland Paris?

There are over 50 Disneyland Paris rides and attractions, so there is plenty for you to discover across the two parks. Along with thrill rides such as roller coasters, there are also haunted houses, boat rides, and interactive rides.

If some people in your party aren’t into rides, there’s still plenty to enjoy at Disneyland Paris with shows, Character meetings, and parades.

Ellie has been to Disneyland Paris 4 times and says: “My boyfriend loves the big thrill rides whereas I’m less keen on the really huge roller-coasters. However, I never get bored in the parks! I love meeting the Characters and watching the colourful parades.”

What are the main rides at Disneyland Paris?

Of course, out of those 50 rides and attractions, there are some firm favourites which you need to add to your must-do at Disneyland list.

We’ve broken down the main rides across the two parks into different categories so you can choose from a selection of big thrill rides, rides that smaller children will love, and rides for the whole family to enjoy.

Best thrill rides at Disneyland Paris

If you’re after something to get the adrenaline pumping, here are the best thrill rides at Disneyland Paris. With multiple twists and turns plus epic drops, there’s plenty to keep thrill-seekers on their toes.

• Star Wars™️ Hyperspace Mountain (Disneyland Park) – This ride has been a fan favourite ever since it opened and it’s become even more popular after its Star Wars makeover in honour of the 25th anniversary in 2017. Board your spacecraft and shoot 36 metres into space at speeds up to 44 miles per hour, looking out for shooting stars, comets, and meteors along the way
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™️ (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Face your fears and take the plunge as you plummet 13 floors in total darkness. The Hollywood Tower Hotel is rumoured to be haunted, and if you’re brave enough to step inside, you’ll find out for yourself!
• Avengers Assemble: Flight Force (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Help Iron Man and Captain Marvel save the world from an intergalactic threat. Jump on board one of the hypersonic vehicles created by Stark Industries and blast off on a journey full of incredible twists and turns
• Star Tours: The Adventures Continue (Disneyland Park) – Enjoy this 3D adventure through war-torn worlds and star systems. There are over 60 mission combinations, so you’ll get a unique ride every time
• Crush’s Coaster (Walt Disney Studios Park) - Finding Nemo fans will love this turtle-y awesome adventure through classic scenes from the movie. Hop on board a turtle shell and race through the Great Barrier Reef, keeping your eyes peeled for jellyfish and sharks along the way
• Big Thunder Mountain (Disneyland Park) – One of the original rides at Disneyland Paris, this coaster has been open since the park opened in 1992. A runaway mine train cart rattles you around a haunted mountain for an exciting journey of climbs, dips, and turns
• Indiana Jones™️ and the Temple of Peril (Disneyland Park) – Release your inner explorer as you’re called upon to investigate what happened to an earlier expedition team on this ride full of twists, turns, inversions, and spirals
• RC Racer (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Climb into the huge remote-controlled car and hold tight as the speed ramps up and you’re launched onto a thrilling ride up and down on a halfpipe track

Best rides for little ones at Disneyland Paris

If you’re travelling to Disneyland Paris with small children, these are the rides they’ll love. From sedate journeys through different worlds to magical flights of fantasy, these rides will have the kids begging to go on them again and again.

• “it’s a small world” (Disneyland Park) – A visit to Disneyland Paris wouldn’t be complete without “it’s a small world.” This is one of the park’s opening day attractions and one of the most popular rides, but be warned – the catchy soundtrack can get stuck in your head for hours! Enjoy discovering other cultures as you sail past over 300 traditionally dressed dolls from across the globe singing in their native languages
• Peter Pan’s Flight (Disneyland Park) – A sprinkle of magical pixie dust makes your ship fly through a sky filled with glittering stars. Soar high above the city of London with its iconic landmarks and the Darling family home, as you follow in the footsteps of the mischievous Peter Pan and find yourself in the middle of a battle with Captain Hook
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant (Disneyland Park) – Enjoy fantastic views of the Disneyland Park and Sleeping Beauty Castle as you fly Dumbo through the sky against a backdrop of lively carnival music
• Slinky® Dog Zigzag Spin (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Climb onto Slinky Dog’s back as he chases his tail around a dog bowl full of rubber bones. This mini coaster travels in a small repeating loop and is a great first ride for kids
• Les Tapis Volants - Flying Carpets over Agrabah® (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Join Aladdin on your own magic carpet as you fly above the streets of Agrabah. Use the sacred scarab to control your carpet, making it climb higher, dive lower, and tilt backwards and forwards. Tumbling, soaring, and freewheeling are all to be expected
• Le Carrousel de Lancelot (Lancelot Carousel) (Disneyland Park) – Saddle up for a whimsical fairytale ride on Sir Lancelot’s merry-go-round. Choose your favourite hand-sculpted horse and enjoy a magical ride
• Storybook Land Canal Boats (Disneyland Park) – Discover the enchanting Disney’s Storybook Land on a gentle cruise through valleys and over hills. You’ll see some of the charming buildings from classic Disney movies, including Rapunzel’s tower, Belle’s village from Beauty and the Beast, and the dwarfs’ mine from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
• Cars Quatre Roues Rallye (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Start your engines and wait for the green light as you accelerate alongside Lightning McQueen through the desert town of Radiator Springs

Best rides for the whole family

Don’t leave anyone holding the coats – these are the rides that the whole family will love. From playing against each other for high scores on Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast to battling pirates in the Caribbean, these rides will help you create magical memories to last a lifetime.

• Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure (Walt Disney Studios Park) – the whole family can climb aboard a W.E.B. Slinger vehicle and sling your own webs to defeat the out-of-control Spider-Bots before they wreak havoc
• Ratatouille: The Adventure (Walt Disney Studios Park) – This trackless ride takes place in the streets of Paris, where you’ll duck, dive, and dodge away from Chef Skinner alongside Remy, the rat
• Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast (Disneyland Park) – Give it your best shot as you battle to defeat the evil Emperor Zurg with friends and family. See who can finish the ride with the most points… it’s the winner’s turn to choose the next ride
• Pirates of the Caribbean (Disneyland Park) – All aboard! Come face to face with menacing pirates on this exciting water adventure. Set sail on a thrilling voyage, passing Pirate’s Grotto, The Dungeon, and the Burning City. There are plenty of surprises along the way. Oh, and prepare to get wet! 
• Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups (Disneyland Park) – The Mad Hatter is hosting a tea party at Disneyland Paris, and you’re invited! Suitable for all ages, each teacup holds up to five people and offers great fun for all the family - just turn the wheel to control how fast you go. At night, the ride is illuminated with hundreds of sparkling fairy lights, making this one of the most beautiful rides at Disneyland Paris
• Phantom Manor (Disneyland Park) – Uncover the scary secrets of this haunted house and see ghosts and ghouls at every turn. This is another iconic Disneyland Paris attraction that has been there since the very beginning
• Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Disneyland Park) – Climb aboard a mine cart and journey through the magical land of the Snow White ride at Disneyland Paris. Discover how the seven dwarfs helped her defeat the evil queen and live happily ever after
• Cars ROAD TRIP (Walt Disney Studios Park) – Rev up for a tour along the legendary Cars highway and enjoy the sights of this animated world. Keep your eyes peeled for Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Luigi
• Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop (Walt Disney Studios Park) – You’ve been enlisted, and it’s time to join the rest of the toy soldiers on an 82-foot parachute drop. Buckle up and enjoy!
• Pinocchio’s Daring Journey (Disneyland Park) – Get in a wooden car and join Pinocchio on his quest to become a real boy alongside Jiminy Cricket. All the fun with absolutely no strings attached

Fancy trying some of these amazing rides? All Disneyland Paris rides are included in the price of your ticket. View our great value Disneyland Paris tickets.

Summary of the best rides at Disneyland Paris