Not to everyone’s taste and certainly you will never be able to get that theme song out of your head, but it is a Disney classic which really is worth seeing. The characters engage cheerfully in their daily activities as guests observe the various different customs of other areas of the world.Ī simple ride with a simple message of harmony throughout the world. The song ‘Its’ a Small World’ is played throughout, often changing languages to correspond with the region in which you are traveling. This classic Disney ride is one of the best known of all the Disney theme park attractions.ĭubbed ‘The Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed’ by Walt Disney himself, 24 guests take their seats on a boat journey through a whimsical and entertaining performance of over 300 dolls representing different countries around the world.įor 15 minutes the boat travels through elaborate displays of Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America, the South Seas, and the Arctic/ North regions with incredible attention to detail to the landscape and buildings. It’s a Small World at Disneyland Paris is located in Fantasyland inside a large, very brightly colored building with childlike design. It is deservedly amongst the most enjoyed and essential experiences in Disneyland Paris.

Through a genius mix of moderate speed, exciting track layout, and intricately designed scenery, Big Thunder Mountain provides entertainment and thrills for guests of almost any age and taste in attractions. Guests in this line slowly make their way to the Big Thunder Mountain station through a recreation of the mining town. The wait in the standby line is worth experiencing at least once though. At the busiest of times (usually around early to mid-afternoon) visitors can expect to be waiting over 45 minutes. Riders hold on to their seats as they encounter an earthquake while surrounded by a number of barrels of TNT! What more can you ask for?Īs one of the most popular rides for children and adults at Disneyland Paris, the lines can be long. Skunks, raccoons, donkeys, and other native animals can be spotted among cactus, foliage, and curious desert rock formations. Wooden structures and industrial mechanisms characteristic of the era in which it is set is the constant theme. Big Thunder Mountain is an experience not to be missed. The vehicle twists, turns, drops and rises in and out of tunnels and mountain landscape. Traveling at a maximum of 30 mph and lasting for four minutes, the most excitement from Big Thunder Mountain is not it’s speed.Īs with so many of the Disney rides, it’s appeal is an excellent theme and attention to detail. The train then begins its first slow incline as it emerges clinking from the darkness to begin its run. Seated in six-person carts, the rider journeys on a replica late 1800s train through a delightfully recreated Wild West mining town.Īt the start of the ride, the train enters a dimly lit and musty tunnel, filled with the sound of bats and heavy machinery. It was built around a large rock island in the middle of the lake in Frontierland.

One of the most family-friendly roller coasters (for anyone over 40”), Big Thunder Mountain is one of the most popular rides in the Disneyland Park. But here is my own personal list of Disneyland Paris Top 10 Rides. Of course, everyone has their own favorites. Any recent visitor can sympathize with the difficulty of compiling a ‘must-experience’ or best of Disneyland Paris rides list from such an incredible and diverse choice. Since its grand opening almost three decades ago, the huge variety of rides and attractions in Disneyland Paris continues to grow. Which are the Disneyland Paris Top 10 Rides? The absolute must experience Disneyland Paris rides?

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