Looking to go to Disneyland Paris on a budget? A stay at Disneyland doesn't have to break the bank! With the right tips and some careful planning you can have the most magical time.
When it comes to planning your trip, our website offers a wealth of features and tools to help you organise and book your Disneyland Paris adventure, all while saving money along the way.
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After 18 years of visiting Disneyland Paris on a budget and being an ex-travel agent too, I can confidently say that putting the trip together yourself is in nearly all cases, MUCH cheaper than booking a package deal.
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For flights choose Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) Airports which are both around 50 minutes drive to Disneyland Paris.
Avoid Beauvais (BVA) airport which usually has the cheapest flights, however, is 1hr 30 minutes from Disneyland Paris.
Unfortunately no Disney shuttles or direct trains run from here and you'll find the cost of a taxi/private transfer outstrips any money saved.
Travelling during off-peak times can give you significant savings on flights, accommodation, and tickets.
Avoid school holidays and look at dates in January (7th onwards), late September, early October, November and early December for the cheapest prices.
Staying off-site near Disneyland Paris is usually much cheaper than booking a Disney hotel.
There are a group of hotels that are Disney Partner Hotels, these offer considerable value and usually include free breakfast, free WiFi and free shuttle buses to and from the Parks. They are all located within 10 minutes of the parks by bus so you'll still be in the heart of the magic.
The best hotels for those on a budget include Explorers, Hotel B&B at Disneyland, Adagio Marne-la-Vallee, Campanile Val de France, Grand Magic and Dream Castle.
Disney is notorious for being expensive for food. Consider staying in apartments with kitchen facilities, enabling you to shop at the local supermarket in Val d’ Europe and prepare your meals in your accommodation.
Alternatively, in the local area there are also bakeries, sandwich shops and restaurants where you can purchase food.
Disney Village (located just outside the park gates) also has some cheaper options such as McDonald's and The Earl of Sandwich.
Continuing from the previous tip, packing sandwiches and bringing them into the parks can be a cost saver. Contrary to popular belief, Disneyland Paris permits outside food and drinks; they only restrict full picnics.
Save money and stay hydrated by bringing your own water bottle and mini dilute squirtable squash to Disneyland Paris (available from Aldi and various other supermarkets).
Water fountains are conveniently located throughout both parks, you can easily refill your bottle and quench your thirst without the need to constantly purchase pricey drinks. Find the location of the fountains using the Disneyland Paris App.
Purchasing Disney ears and costumes second-hand from platforms like Vinted or eBay before your trip to save money.
Merchandise can be quite expensive, especially if you're travelling with multiple children. Princess dresses start around the £60 mark without any accessories extra.
Ears usually around £25 per pair. Just purchase a cheaper alternative beforehand and pack them in your luggage.
We've put together a list of our more budget friendly finds!
When planning your transfers to/from Disneyland Paris consider your party size. While the Magic Shuttle Bus may seem like the most cheapest option, sometimes for groups of four or more, a private transfer could actually work out less and be more convenient.
Again if there's only two of you travelling, the TGV train directly from the airport to the park gates in under 10 minutes may be a similar price to the Magic Shuttle.
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Opting for character meets in the park over character dining can lead to substantial savings, especially considering that character dining experiences at Disneyland Paris can cost up to €100 per person.
However, if you do plan on choosing a character dining option, it’s worth noting that the breakfast at Plaza Gardens offers the most affordable choice.
Additionally, the breakfast menu is more child-friendly compared to the lunch or evening options.
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