After a year of being closed, then reopened, and then closed again due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Disneyland Paris resort will reopen on 17 June 2021 to guests. When the Paris park reopens, all Disney Parks throughout the world will once again be back in operation.
According to a press release, “Now is the time for magical dreams to come true, as Disneyland® Paris announces its reopening … with Disneyland® Park, Walt Disney Studios® Park, Disney’s Newport Bay Club Hotel, and Disney Village. Iconic attractions, beloved Disney characters, fan-favorite experiences, and tasty treats will return, with even more magic thanks to new Selfie Spots and surprise appearances, [and] a new Cars ROAD Trip attraction [at the Walt Disney Studios Park.]
Disneyland Paris has taken advantage of the seven month closure to touch up many areas throughout the resort. Although some areas of the park are currently undergoing refurbishments, including Sleeping Beauty Castle, most attractions, shops, and restaurants at Disneyland Park and the Walt Disney Studios Park will be open to guests. Attractions include Star Wars: Hyperspace Mountain and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror to Peter Pan’s Flight and Ratatouille: The Adventure.
“We have all been dreaming of this moment,” said Natacha Rafalski, President of Disneyland Paris. “The moment we can reunite and enjoy unforgettable moments with our family and friends. When Disneyland Paris reopens, our Guests will be able to enjoy the outstanding experiences we are known for, from iconic attractions and new heart-warming Character moments to unique interactions with our Cast Members and even a few surprises along the way.”
Similar to when the Paris park briefly reopened last summer, character interaction will be limited to socially distant selfies. Disney states that guests should “keep their eyes and ears open for one magical surprise after another.” A new galactic experience with Star Wars Legends will be added, along with the return of The Cheshire Cat Express Train featuring friends from Alice in Wonderland, Mickey, Minnie & the Gang, Heroic Experiences with Marvel Super Heroes, and Kingdom of Arendelle Enchanted Moments.
Also debuting when the park reopens will be the new Cars ROAD TRIP attraction. Formerly, the Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic, Cars ROAD TRIP, which was originally to have opened last summer, will transport guests into a Cars-themed version of a road trip on Route 66, Guests will discover local natural wonders like The World’s Largest Lugnut and the Cars-tastrophe Canyon while encountering popular characters such as Lightning McQueen and Mater.
Disneyland Paris will welcome Guests back to the magic with a limited number of tickets available each day using an online reservation system. To ensure admission, Guests – including Annual Pass holders – must register on the system and obtain a reservation for park entry prior to their arrival. Guests who already have a dated ticket do not need to register and reserve a date. Likewise, Guests with packages that include park admittance will receive admission for the duration of their stay and do not need to use the system. Dated tickets also offer flexibility as they can be canceled up to 3 days prior to the visit date.
Visit the Disneyland Paris website for the most current information about ticket sales.
To provide Guests with peace of mind, current booking conditions allow flexibility on packages and include cancellations and modifications without fees for stays in Disney Hotels anytime up until 7 days before the arrival date (excluding insurance and/or travel fees) as well as the possibility to pay in several installments without a fee. Specific details are available by clicking here.
Disneyland Paris’s enhanced health and safety measures, which were implemented last year, will be back in place again upon reopening. They will continue to reflect current government guidelines. The resort says that “as authorities recommend the wearing of an appropriate face covering in public spaces, Disneyland Paris asks all guests ages 6 and older to do so. This reopening will also implement limited attendance, required advanced ticketing, and reservations to support physical distancing, per government guidance. As a result, some experiences, shows, or events will not be available or may be modified, depending on evolving guidance from authorities.” Visit Disneyland Paris for more information about booking conditions and available experiences.
Guests will be able to extend the magic with a stay at other Disney Hotels, which will open their doors progressively: Disney’s Newport Bay Club on 17 June, Disney’s Hotel Cheyenne on 1 July, and Disney’s Davy Crockett Ranch on 13 July, subject to the continued evolution of the situation. The reopening dates of Disney’s Sequoia Lodge Hotel and Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe will be announced at a later time. Disneyland Hotel remains closed for refurbishment until furthernotice.
