Why did Disney choose Paris?

Eisner was with The Walt Disney Company back when Disneyland Paris first opened in 1992, and he says that since Paris is at the crossroads of Europe, with its strong tourist draw and centralized location, it made sense for Disney to expand its theme parks there.



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Disney chose to build Disneyland Paris in France for several reasons: Location and Market: France is a popular tourist destination and attracts millions of visitors each year. It is well-connected to other European countries and has a strong transportation infrastructure, making it accessible to a wide audience.

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Today, the park enjoys resounding success as the most visited park in Europe, and one of the most beautiful iterations of Disneyland in the world… but not without cost.

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The most obvious difference between the two parks is the size. Paris Disneyland has two parks: Disneyland Park, which has most of the rides and themed areas, and Walt Disney Studios Park, which explores the world of movie production and its Pixar creations in particular.

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Until 30 September 2023, enjoy the Grand Finale of our 30th Anniversary. Dream bigger, laugh louder and smile wider, with jaw-dropping shows, new attractions and experiences that will make the end of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration more special than ever!

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Despite its blockbuster attendance, Disneyland Paris has rarely made a profit since its ornate iron gates swung open in 1992. Its bottom line has been weighed down by charges including interest payments on the $1.8 billion (€1.7 billion) of bank borrowings that were used to fund the construction of the resort.

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Disneyland Paris Is Cheaper Than US Disney, But... How much cheaper varies by when you go. Depending on the day you visit, one day/one park tickets can go as low as $63/day. Even peak tickets will run you $101. By comparison, tickets at Disney World start at $109 and go up to $129 on peak days.

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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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