Disneyland Paris is located just outside of Paris, France. The official language is French.However, as with many European countries, English is also widely spoken. A rare instance of French without English at Disneyland Paris.
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In the shows and parades the characters will 'speak' English and French. If your child questions why Mickey is speaking French it would be pretty easy to explain that Mickey speaks lots of languages to make sure all the boys and girls from around the world can understand him.
As long as you are being polite, it will be alright. The only problem is that most french people are not very good in english, so if you start head on in english, it may be uncomfortable for them, and in the worst case they might not stop to answer you.
The high season and low season in Disneyland Paris are the same as in the French capital. The Disneyland Paris low season is considered from 1st November to 31st March, except for the holiday season (from mid-November to the first days of January). Disneyland Paris at Christmas is always one of the busiest periods!
Fortunately, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, even at many of the street markets and other places that traditionally wanted cash only. So, do yourself a favor and don't leave home without a Visa and/or Mastercard - and preferably bring a couple of back-ups, just in case.
Indeed, tourists visiting Disneyland Paris generate 6% of tourism revenue in France and 17% of sales in the Ile-de-France region. In 2023, it was reported that more than 375 million visitors have been to Disneyland Paris with an average of 50% French and 50% foreign.
Yes, they do speak English in Paris and you can still easily get around Paris without speaking French. However, English isn't as commonly spoken in Paris as it is in other large European cities, such as Amsterdam, Oslo, Copenhagen or Vienna.
The short answer is yes, but it will take careful planning and a lot of walking. Here are some tips and tricks for making the most of your one-day visit to Disneyland Paris.
Ideally, we'd recommend three full days. Two days for Disneyland Park and its five magical themed lands, one day for Walt Disney Studios Park and its four action-packed zones.
Yes, all major credit cards including American Express, Mastercard and Visa are accepted across Disneyland Paris including shops, restaurants, Disney Parks and Disney Village. We would recommend Euro currency for purchases at smaller food and snack stands within the Disney Parks.
No, the French do not hate American tourists. In fact, France welcomes millions of international visitors each year. And many French enjoy meeting people from other cultures and countries, including Americans. There are, however, unspoken cultural norms and expectations that American tourists often ignore.