Marne-la-Vallée 7-day itinerary

Arrive at rope drop and head to Big Thunder Mountain — the park's signature coaster. Then Pirates of the Caribbean in Adventureland — the European version has unique pirate battle scenes. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril is a short looping coaster. Explore Adventure Isle's caves and Skull Rock. Breakfast croissant at Cable Car Bake Shop (€5–8).

Sleeping Beauty Castle has beautiful stained glass inside and a dragon in the dungeon. Peter Pan's Flight has a 45–60 minute queue — the flying-over-London scene is magical. Hyperspace Mountain in Discoveryland is a Star Wars coaster in total darkness. Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast is interactive fun. Lunch at Au Chalet de la Marionnette (€12–18).

Disney Stars on Parade — floats, music, and characters along Main Street. Then Disney Illuminations — fireworks, projections, and lasers on Sleeping Beauty Castle. Both are spectacular. After the show, re-ride favourites with short waits — most rides are walk-ons in the final 30 minutes. Dinner at Earl of Sandwich in Disney Village (€8–12) or Annette's Diner for burgers (€15–25).

Rush to Avengers Campus at park opening. Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure — an interactive ride where you throw webs — is addictive. Avengers Assemble: Flight Force is a high-speed indoor coaster. Meet Marvel characters throughout the campus. Grab breakfast at PYM Kitchen — the oversized and undersized food items match the Ant-Man theme.

Ratatouille: L'Aventure Totalement Toquée — a trackless dark ride shrinking you to rat-size in Gusteau's kitchen. The themed area, Place de Rémy, recreates a Parisian neighbourhood. Crush's Coaster — a spinning Nemo-themed coaster with 60–90 minute waits and no skip option. Tower of Terror drops 13 storeys. Lunch at Bistrot Chez Rémy (€25–35) — the best in-park restaurant.

Cross back to Disneyland Park for evening re-rides. Big Thunder Mountain and Hyperspace Mountain at night are even better. Evening queues drop dramatically after 7pm — many rides become walk-ons. Catch the fireworks again from a different vantage point — try the bridge near Fantasyland for a unique angle. Dinner at Captain Jack's in Adventureland (€25–40) — a unique pirates-themed restaurant beside the ride.

Take the RER A from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy to Paris (40 minutes, €8.65 one-way). Start at the Eiffel Tower — take the lift to the 2nd floor (€18.80) or climb the stairs to the 2nd floor (€11.80). The views over Paris are iconic. Walk across the Pont d'Iéna to the Trocadéro esplanade for the classic Eiffel Tower photo. Grab a crêpe from a street vendor (€4–6).

Metro to the Louvre (€22, book online at louvre.fr). Even if you skip the interior, the glass pyramid courtyard is iconic. If you enter, focus on the highlights: Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of Samothrace. Allow 2–3 hours for a focused visit. Walk along the Seine through the Tuileries Garden towards Place de la Concorde. Lunch at a café near Palais Royal (€12–18 for a plat du jour).

Metro to Montmartre — the hilltop artistic quarter. Climb to Sacré-Cœur Basilica (free) for panoramic Paris views from the dome (€7). Walk Place du Tertre where artists paint portraits and street performers entertain. Dinner at Le Consulat or Le Relais Gascon for French bistro food (€15–25 mains). The illuminated Sacré-Cœur against the night sky is magnificent. RER back to Marne-la-Vallée (40 min, last train ~midnight).

RER A to Paris, then RER C to Versailles-Château (1.5 hours total, €12). The Palace of Versailles (€21, book online at chateauversailles.fr) is overwhelming — the Hall of Mirrors, the King's State Apartments, and the Chapel are extraordinary. Arrive at 9am opening to beat the tour groups. The audio guide is excellent and included. Allow 2–3 hours for the palace interior.

The Gardens of Versailles (free except during Musical Fountain shows, Apr–Oct, €10.50) are as impressive as the palace. Walk the Grand Canal, explore the Orangerie, and visit the Grand Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Estate (included in full ticket). The Hamlet — a mock village Marie Antoinette had built — is surreal and charming. Rent a rowing boat on the Grand Canal (€16/30 min) or rent bikes (€10/hour).

Explore the charming town of Versailles — Rue de la Paroisse and the Marché Notre-Dame area have excellent restaurants and cafes. Dinner at La Cour (€18–30) or a crêperie for Breton galettes (€10–14). Return to Marne-la-Vallée via Paris. If it's a Saturday (Jun–Sep), consider staying for the Grandes Eaux Nocturnes — a nighttime fountain and firework show in the gardens.

Transilien P train to Provins (1 hour, €12) — a UNESCO World Heritage medieval town. Walk the remarkably preserved 12th-century walls, visit the Tour César (€5) for panoramic views, and explore the underground tunnels (€5.50). The Grange aux Dîmes (Tithe Barn) recreates medieval market life. The town feels like stepping back 800 years. Grab a pastry at a boulangerie in the lower town.

If visiting a weekend (Apr–Nov), catch the Provins medieval show — jousting knights in full armour at the foot of the ramparts (€14). Or continue to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (€19, by taxi or car) — the baroque masterpiece that inspired Versailles. The gardens by Le Nôtre are exquisite. Nicolas Fouquet built it so extravagantly that Louis XIV imprisoned him and copied his architects for Versailles.

Return to Marne-la-Vallée. Dinner at Val d'Europe shopping centre — a massive mall 5 minutes from the parks with diverse dining. Five Guys (€12–15), Asian restaurants (€12–18), or Hippopotamus steakhouse (€18–30). The Sea Life aquarium (€18) in the mall is a fun evening activity. La Vallée Village designer outlet is next door for discounted luxury brands.

RER to Paris. Start in Le Marais — the trendy neighbourhood with medieval streets, Jewish delis, LGBTQ+ scene, and some of Paris's best galleries. Walk Rue des Rosiers for falafel at L'As du Fallafel (€8–12) — the queue is always worth it. Then to Musée d'Orsay (€16) — the converted railway station housing the world's greatest Impressionist collection. Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Degas in a stunning setting.

Walk across the river to Saint-Germain-des-Prés — literary cafes, bookshops, and boulevards where Hemingway and Sartre once sat. Browse Shakespeare and Company bookshop (free) near Notre-Dame. Walk through the Latin Quarter — Rue Mouffetard market, the Panthéon (€11.50), and Luxembourg Gardens (free). Lunch at a classic bistro — try croque monsieur (€10–14) or steak-frites (€16–22).

Take a Seine river cruise at sunset — Bateaux Mouches or Vedettes du Pont Neuf (€12–16 for 1 hour). Drift past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, Musée d'Orsay, and the Louvre as the city lights up. It's the most romantic way to see Paris's landmarks. Return to Marne-la-Vallée via RER. Last train around midnight — check schedules.

Option A: Train to Fontainebleau (1 hour, €10) — a magnificent royal palace with 1,500 rooms, less crowded than Versailles. Napoleon's apartments, the Renaissance gallery, and the vast forest for hiking. Option B: Return to the Disney parks for re-rides and anything you missed. Use Premier Access (€8–18 per ride) for your must-dos. Early morning and late evening have the shortest queues.

If at Fontainebleau, return to Marne-la-Vallée for a final afternoon. Browse La Vallée Village designer outlet — 110+ boutiques with 33% off retail (Prada, Gucci, Nike, etc.). Or spend the afternoon in the parks — catch any rides, shows, or character meets you missed earlier in the week. Pick up Disney souvenirs — the park shops have exclusive Paris merchandise.

Return to Disneyland Park for a final Disney Illuminations — seeing the show for a second time, knowing the music and timing, is even more emotional. Walk down Main Street one last time as the castle glows. Farewell dinner at Billy Bob's Country Western Saloon in Disney Village (€20–35) for a lively final evening, or the quieter Steakhouse for a more refined meal. Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy station connects to CDG Airport via RER and TGV.