I never imagined that one day I would write on my blog about our incredible experience at Disneyland Paris.

Even now, I still feel like I need time to fully process the fact that we were truly there together — my daughter and I — reliving magical childhood moments that I personally never had the chance to experience until now, at 35 years old.

With every step you take through the park, you genuinely feel like you are walking alongside the characters you grew up with, dreamed about, and carried with you throughout childhood.

We absolutely loved it.

We even promised each other that we would come back someday.

The atmosphere at Disneyland is truly magical, and experiencing all of these emotions together with my daughter… it felt healing. A genuine joy for the soul.

Why I Think 6–8 Years Old Is the Perfect Age for Disneyland Paris

I want to start by saying that, in my opinion, my daughter’s age (almost 7 years old) is the perfect age for children visiting Disneyland.

Children between 6 and 8 years old are usually strong enough to handle long days, enjoy most attractions, and still fully embrace the magic of Disney characters with that pure excitement only children have.

Of course, the parks also offer thrilling attractions for teenagers, but I honestly think older kids might not scream with joy anymore when meeting Minnie, Elsa, or watching a Rapunzel show 😊

Our 4-Day Trip

Our trip lasted four days, from Friday until Monday.

We spent two full days at Disneyland Paris — one day in each park.

We flew into Charles de Gaulle Airport and, despite all the rumors surrounding the fuel crisis, we had no real issues with our flights. Our departure was delayed by about an hour, but honestly, that happens sometimes anyway.

On Friday afternoon, we had booked a small guided tour through central Paris followed by a beautiful cruise on the Seine.

I was completely speechless when our boat passed right next to the Eiffel Tower.

Absolutely breathtaking.

Unfortunately, we didn’t have enough time to properly explore Paris (that definitely requires another vacation), but if you only have limited time like we did, I highly recommend taking a boat cruise on the Seine.

You can admire:

• Notre-Dame Cathedral

• The Louvre Museum

• Musée d’Orsay

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Statue of Liberty

And yes… with all my ignorance, I honestly didn’t know Paris had its own Statue of Liberty too 😊

After the cruise, we took a shuttle toward our accommodation, located outside Paris, close to Disneyland.

We stayed at Staycity Aparthotels in Bailly-Romainvilliers.

The hotel offers:

• Free shuttle service to and from Disney

• Restaurant and café bar

• Swimming pool

• Games room

• Parking

We had breakfast included, and I can honestly say we were extremely happy with this accommodation choice. It worked perfectly for our needs.

Day 1 at Disneyland Paris – Main Disneyland Park

The first day was dedicated to the main park, which is divided into five areas:

• Fantasyland

• Adventureland

• Frontierland

• Discoveryland

• Main Street

We visited during a very hot day with temperatures reaching 32°C (almost 90°F), so surviving an entire day under the sun wasn’t easy. Still, we managed to enjoy most attractions. We completely skipped Discoveryland and saved it for another visit.

We genuinely loved every single ride we experienced:

• It's a Small World

• Casey Jr. – Le Petit Train du Cirque

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant

• La Cabane des Robinson

• La Galerie de la Belle au Bois Dormant

• La Tanière du Dragon

• Le Carrousel de Lancelot

• Les Voyages de Pinocchio

• Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups

• Phantom Manor

• Pirates of the Caribbean

• Sleeping Beauty Castle

• Le Pays des Contes de Fées

Yes — the queues were long. Some attractions only required around 15 minutes of waiting, but most of them involved waits of 30 minutes or more. I was genuinely impressed by children’s resilience. They are basically tiny superheroes. We also watched one of the parades that takes place several times throughout the day. Beautiful! By 9 PM, however, we decided to leave the park because we simply couldn’t stay long enough for the fireworks show that started at 10:40 PM.

Day 2 at Disneyland Paris – Disney Adventure World

This day was mainly about one thing: Frozen. And it was absolutely beautiful! We loved the ride Frozen Ever After. We went early in the morning and still waited around 90 minutes. Toward the end of the day, the waiting time had dropped to around 45 minutes, and I was honestly tempted to ride again. But exhaustion had already won. We also watched the parade A Celebration of Arendelle. It was pure magic! This was actually the moment when tears came to my eyes. It was8 truly emotional and unforgettable! After Frozen, our second favorite experience was Ratatouille. We waited around 70 minutes but completely worth it!

We also enjoyed:

• Les Tapis Volants

• Raiponce Tangled Spin

• Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin

• Cars Road Trip

All of them were lovely.

That day, we made an almost superhuman effort to stay until the end for the nighttime show Disney Cascade of Lights, which also started at 10:40 PM. Honestly… That is very late. If possible, I would recommend leaving the park for a few hours during the afternoon, resting, and returning later. What we did — arriving when the park opened and staying until midnight — was difficult. Even I was struggling and forcing myself to keep going. The show itself is absolutely stunning! However, my daughter didn’t enjoy it very much because of the flames and fire effects. Recently, she has developed a fear of fire.

Completely exhausted, we caught one of the last shuttles back to the hotel. We fell asleep almost instantly.

Practical Tips for Visiting Disneyland Paris With Kids

After spending two full days at Disneyland Paris with my almost 7-year-old daughter, here are the things that genuinely helped us and that I wish someone had told me beforehand:

• Wear extremely comfortable shoes – You will walk a lot. More than you probably expect.

• Bring refillable water bottles – Especially during warmer months. Two days of walking under the sun can become exhausting very quickly.

• Use sunscreen and hats during summer visits – We visited during 32°C weather and shade is not always easy to find.

• Arrive early for popular attractions – Even early morning queues for rides like Frozen can already be very long.

• Prepare mentally for queues – Waiting 30–90 minutes for attractions is normal. Snacks, small games, or simple conversations saved us many times.

• Consider quick meals instead of restaurant reservations – We personally avoided restaurants because they were extremely crowded and we wanted to maximize attraction time. Instead, we grabbed quick meals and snacks from kiosks throughout the parks, which worked much better for us.

• Pack light, but smart – Wet wipes, tissues, portable chargers, snacks, and a small backpack were enough for us.

• Take breaks if you plan to stay for nighttime shows – Staying from opening time until the evening shows is difficult, even for adults. If possible, leave for a few hours and return later.

• Don’t try to do everything – We skipped entire areas of the parks and still had an amazing experience. Accepting that you cannot see everything actually makes the trip more enjoyable.

• Choose rides strategically – Prioritize your child’s favorite characters or themes rather than chasing every attraction.

• Remember that the magic is not only in the rides – Sometimes the most memorable moments happen during parades, character encounters, or simply seeing your child’s excitement.

• If your child is between 6–8 years old, you may be visiting at the perfect time – Old enough for long days, young enough to fully believe in the magic.

Coming Home with Full Hearts

On Monday morning, after breakfast, we headed back to the airport and flew home. We returned with hearts full of joy and memories that I am certain we will carry with us forever. Because sometimes, the most beautiful part of parenting is not only watching your child experience magic. It is discovering that somewhere along the way, you get to experience it too. What surprised me the most alongside the castles, the rides and the fireworks was seeing happiness through my daughter’s eyes. It was holding her hand while walking through places we had only seen in cartoons. It was hearing her excitement after every attraction and realizing that these are the moments that quietly become lifelong memories. Disneyland gave us beautiful attractions, magical shows, and unforgettable experiences. But what I am most grateful for are the small moments in between. The hugs while waiting in long queues. The tired smiles at the end of the day. The conversations on shuttle rides back to the hotel. Those are the moments I know I will remember the most. And maybe that is the real magic after all.

Sometimes, the trips we plan for our children end up healing little parts of ourselves too.