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5-Day Disneyland Paris Itinerary for Shoestring Budget in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Disneyland Park
    Directly accessible from the hotel

    The park opens at 9:00 AM, and we recommend arriving early to beat the queues. In the morning, head to Fantasyland to enjoy classic attractions like Peter Pan's Flight and It's a Small World. After lunch, explore Adventureland and Frontierland areas, where you can experience exciting rides like Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. In the evening, watch the Disney Illuminations show and the Disney Stars on Parade.

  2. Day 2: Walt Disney Studios Park
    Directly accessible from the hotel

    Start your day with Crush's Coaster, one of the most popular rides in the park. Then, head to Toy Story Land to experience the family-friendly Toy Story Playland. After lunch, explore the Production Courtyard and the Backlot areas, where you'll find thrilling rides like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. In the evening, watch the Mickey and the Magician show.

  3. Day 3: Val d'Europe and La Vallée Village
    30 minutes (8.5 miles) by RER A from Disneyland Paris station

    Spend the morning shopping at the Val d'Europe mall, where you'll find various international brands. After lunch, take a short walk to La Vallée Village, an open-air outlet mall, to shop for luxury brands at discounted prices. In the evening, return to Disneyland Paris to watch the Disney Illuminations show and the Disney Stars on Parade.

  4. Day 4: Paris City Tour
    45 minutes (20 miles) by RER A from Disneyland Paris station

    Start your day with a visit to the Eiffel Tower, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city. Then, head to the Louvre Museum to explore art and history. After lunch, visit Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle, where you can admire magnificent stained-glass windows. In the evening, take a boat tour on the Seine River to see the city's famous landmarks illuminated.

  5. Day 5: Parc des Buttes-Chaumont and Canal St-Martin
    1 hour (15 miles) by RER A and metro from Disneyland Paris station

    In the morning, visit Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, a beautiful park with a lake and a waterfall. After lunch, walk to the nearby Canal St-Martin, where you can take a boat tour and see the famous Parisian bridges and locks. In the evening, return to Disneyland Paris to watch the Disney Illuminations show and the Disney Stars on Parade.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is a 45-minute train ride from Disneyland Paris. You can also explore the charming medieval town of Provins, a 1.5-hour train ride from Disneyland Paris. To maximize your fun, we recommend purchasing the FastPass for popular rides and making dining reservations in advance. Don't forget to bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Disneyland Park (1 day, 62 EUR)
  • Walt Disney Studios Park (1 day, 62 EUR)
  • Val d'Europe and La Vallée Village (1 day, 25 EUR for transportation)
  • Paris City Tour (1 day, 35 EUR for transportation, 30 EUR for Eiffel Tower entrance, 15 EUR for Louvre Museum entrance, free for Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle)
  • Parc des Buttes-Chaumont and Canal St-Martin (1 day, 25 EUR for transportation, 15 EUR for boat tour)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 264 EUR
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