From Euro Disney to Disneyland® Paris
In 1992, Disney magic came to Europe with the opening of Euro Disney, a theme park that would grow to become today's Disneyland® Paris.
The last 30 years have seen more than 250 million visitors step through the gates of Disneyland® Park, and we believe it's just as magical today as it was back then.
Here are some of the milestones along the way...
How It All Began
- 1987 - Disney signs an agreement with the French authorities to create Euro Disney in France
- 1992 - Euro Disney welcomes its first visitors
- 1994 - The resort changes its name from Euro Disney to Disneyland® Resort Paris
More Magical by the Day
- 1995 - Space Mountain - From the Earth to the Moon (now Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain) takes its first passengers on a thrilling ride
- 1996 - Eurostar starts running trains direct to Disneyland Paris
- 1997 - 5th anniversary celebrations take place at the Park. It's a festival of flowers to celebrate springtime
A New Park Opens
- 2001 - The number of guests visiting Disneyland Paris hits the 100 million mark
- 2002 - Walt Disney Studios® Park opens alongside Disneyland Park, giving visitors a whole new world to explore
- 2006 - Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast opens, inspired by Disney-Pixar's Toy Story 2
Let the Celebrations Start!
- 2007 - Toon Studio opens with larger-than-life rides and the chance to explore the art of Disney animation
- 2011 - The number of guests who've visited the park hits a record-breaking quarter of a billion
- 2012 - 20th anniversary celebrations begin, with an amazing nighttime show, and new spectacular parade
- 2017 - Disneyland Paris celebrated their 25th anniversary celebrations with new attractions, spectacular shows and a star-studded parade
- 2021 - Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel opens, immersing Guests in the world of Marvel for a heroic stay
- 2022 - Disneyland Paris began celebrating 30 years of magic with incredible new experiences, exclusive souvenirs and ground-breaking technology displays
A New Chapter Unfolds
- 2022 - Walt Disney Studios® Park launches an extraordinary new land - Marvel Avengers Campus, allowing guests to experience a whole new universe of thrills and adventure
- 2024 - The reimagined 5-star Disneyland Hotel opens its doors, welcoming Guests to live the life of royalty.
- 2026 - Walt Disney Studios Park unveils its transformation into Disney Adventure World and debuts the highly anticipated World of Frozen, inviting Guests to explore the magical Kingdom of Arendelle alongside the existing Marvel and Pixar lands.
It's Always a Great Time to Visit Disneyland Paris!
There are so many magical experiences to discover at Disneyland Paris- from thrilling attractions and jaw-dropping shows to hotel-stays fit for royalty.
Check out when to visit Disneyland Paris to find out the latest information and exciting news about our seasonal events and brand-new experiences!
Enjoy the magic of a Disneyland Paris holiday all-year-round!