Visiting Disneyland Paris in July Tips

Looking for the best visiting Disneyland Paris in July tips? In this guide we cover everything from what it is like at Disneyland Paris in July, how busy it is, what to expect from the weather and what to pack for Disneyland Paris in July to where to stay at Disneyland Paris in Summer, what to do and of course what special events are on at Disneyland Paris in July.

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Is Disneyland Paris open in July?

Visiting Disneyland Paris in July Tips

The great news is that Disneyland Paris operates 365 days a year. Therefore even if you are visiting on a public holidays or Christmas Day you will still be able to get into the parks.

Are Disneyland Paris rides open in July?

One of the great things about visiting Disneyland Paris in July is that most rides will be open during your visit. If there are any ride closure it will either be:

a temporary closure due to a ride error that is likely to be quickly resolved
a long term refurbishment that may take months or over a year

Other than that everything else should be open but always check on the app.

Another reason for ride closures can be heavy rain and storms. Fortunately in July these are relatively few and rain is unlikely to affect your Disneyland Paris Itinerary. If you are unfortunate and get some rain in July doc heck out our Disneyland Paris in the rain post.

Is Disneyland Paris crowded in July?

There is not way to sugar coat it, July is one of the busiest months at Disneyland Paris so you can expect the parks to be crowded. If you want to travel to Disneyland Paris in the summer but don’t want the crowds then you should look at visiting in June or September as July and August are the busiest summer months.

The reason for the parks being busy in July are down to the French school holidays usually starting around the second week of July. The rest of Europe also starts at a similar time which is much earlier than English school holidays.

Also there are some public holidays in France such as Bastille Day on 14th July which is one of the busiest holidays in France.

Note: it may come as no surprise that it is almost always quieter at Disneyland Paris on a weekday as opposed to the weekend (outside of holidays when all bets are off). Be sure to check out this guide of best day to visit Disneyland Paris for more comprehensive information.

Disneyland Paris Crowd Calendar June 2023 / 2024

There is one public holiday in France but it is a big one.

14th July – Bastille Day. Crowds are usually very high on Bastille Day at Disneyland Paris.

On top of this the school holidays begin which is will inevitable cause the crowds in the park to swell. The dates that you are looking at are:

2nd Week of July onwards – French and European School holidays begin which cause the crowds to start
3rd Week of July onwards – British school holidays begin.

If you are looking to visit Disneyland Paris without the crowds then you really need to avoid these dates. For more information on the best time to visit Disneyland Paris check out this post.

NEXT READ: if are traveling on these or any other date in June and looking for information on how to get to Disneyland Paris – check our our guides to help guests find their way to the park from the airport and Eurostar terminal below:

What is the Disneyland Paris in July Weather?

The July Weather in Disneyland Paris is usually comparable to that of the UK especially of the weather you get along the UK South Coast. But for the avoidance of doubt we will go into more temperature and rain specifics which should help you plan for your Disneyland Paris trip a bit more thoroughly.

How hot is Disneyland Paris in July?

Along with August, July is the hottest month of the year to visit the parks. The average temperature at Disneyland Paris in July hovers between 20-24 C but has been known to reach as high as 27C and drop as low as 11C but this is obviously the exception not the rule.

However even if you like me like hot weather it is worth noting that it can feel very hot in the parks in July. Many of the ride queues have little to no shade and waiting for the parade to start can see you caught in a sun trap so do prepare.

Does it rain at Disneyland Paris in July?

The truth is you can experience rain at Disneyland Paris in any month but July is not one of the rainiest months. On average 7 days in the month will get rain but this is far more likely to be showers than heavy deluges.

Rides only shut in extreme and heavy rain or thunder storms where lightening is a risk. This is unlikely to happen in July but if it does the closure is likely to be reasonable brief.

Remember if your visit to Disneyland Paris spreads over two months be sure to check out our other monthly guide for further weather and special event information:

What to Wear to Disneyland Paris in July

As July is firmly summer and the temperatures are definitely starting to heat up you will want to pack a lightweight summer wardrobe. Whether you are packing for a man, women or child I would recommend adding plenty of shorts and tees as the perfect items to wear in summer in the parks.

Having said that I never go to the parks without a hoodie just in case there is a cold snap or the evenings get cool.

And if you are traveling with children who want to dress up in costumes for the trip we recommend picking lightweight ones so they don’t overheat in the French summer weather.

I also recommend not wearing flip flops in the park even on the hotter days as they do not offer arch support for lots of walking. We recommend either choosing sandals that have good arch and ankle support or dealing with slightly sweaty but comfortable feet by wearing your favorite trainers in the park.

Our favourite costumes for little ones for summer at Disneyland Paris are things like Moana, Rapunzel, Ariel and Mirabelle.

Top Tip: Be sure to bring costumes from home or buy in advance. You will pay a large premium for buying costumes on site particularly if you are at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Click here to shop good value costumes

For more information on what to pack for Disneyland Paris and what to wear to Disneyland Paris whatever time of year you visit check out this post.

Is it worth going to Disneyland Paris in July?

I am very fortunate to have visited Disneyland Paris throughout the year and I will confess that the summer holiday months of July and August are some of my least favorite months to visit.

The reason for this is because the crowds are at some of the highest you will experience in the park and the weather, although perfect for lounging around a pool can become a bit overwhelming, particularly if you are visiting Disneyland Paris with toddlers or a baby.

However if this is your best option because of school and work etc do not let it being summer holidays put you off. We still had a great time visiting the parks in July and August even when we were there during a heatwave and would happily go again during these months.

Disneyland Paris in July Tips

Now that we have discussed what to expect from the weather in Disneyland Paris in July it is time to turn our attention to where to stay at Disneyland Paris in July, and the best things to do in July at Disneyland Paris.

Note: For more general Disneyland Paris Tips and Tricks that aren’t season dependent click here.

Best places to stay at Disneyland Paris in July?

Where to Stay in Disneyland Paris - the Disneyland Paris hotel

Where to Stay in Disneyland Paris with toddlers – the Disneyland Paris hotel

Now whatever time you decide to visit Disneyland Paris I recommend staying at one of the on-site hotels if your Disneyland Paris budget allows for it.

The reasons for this are:

It is closer to the park so most can be walked to
you get early magic hours
there are meet and greets in the hotel foyer which can really help cut down the time you wait to meet key characters – the only issue is you never know which character you are going to get.
some hotels have pools – which are a welcome retreat on the busier and hotter days in the park.

If you are visiting Disneyland Paris on a budget or the hotels on site are fully booked we recommend staying at Val d’Europe as this is very close to the parks and very convenient.

Best Things to do at Disneyland Paris in July

If you are looking for the best things to do at Disneyland Paris in July there are some things we always recommend doing. But in July it is also worth thinking about organising your Disneyland Paris itinerary so you are out of the sun and in some shade for the hottest part of the day.

Below we will mark some attractions with air conditioning in case you are visiting during a particularly strong heatwave.

Meet the characters

Ultimate Disneyland Paris Tips and Tricks for a PERFECT trip – character meetings and photo passes

Meeting characters at Disneyland Paris is one of my favourite things to do in the parks. If you are traveling in July you may want to consider prioritising character meet and greets who are inside so you aren’t outside in the heat of the day. The characters who are usually indoors are:

the princesses in the princess pavilion or
Mickey who has his own permanent indoor home.

When we were there in summer my little girl wanted to meet Jessie – which is an exterior meet and greet we made sure we did this early in the day as there is not much shade nearby.

To get a great character interaction do check out our best questions to ask Disney princesses or our best questions to ask Disney Characters.

Character Dining

If budget and finding cheap eats at Disneyland Paris is not a priority and you can afford to splurge on a meal you should consider doing a character dining experience. You can read more about character dining at Disneyland Paris here.

And if you are vegan at Disneyland Paris then check out this guide which includes seasonal offerings.

Watch Mickey and the magician

Mickey and the Magician is top of my Disneyland Paris Bucket list and should be at the top of yours too as it is one of the unique things to do at Disneyland Paris.

The show is on at the Walt Disney Studios and usually runs February – September. If this is on during your visit in June be sure to add this to your itinerary.

As an added bonus the theatre is air conditioned.

Explore the Castle

Unique things to do at Disneyland PAris when pregnant – see the dragon

Disneyland Paris has the most beautiful castle of any Disney castle around the world. Make sure you explore the castle during the hottest part of the day to escape the sun and don’t miss the dragon down in the dungeon.

Watch the illuminations

The Disneyland Paris illuminations are an absolute must for your Disney bucket list. And if you don’t like the heat this is one of the nighttime things you can do as usually during summer the illuminations and fireworks are on very late in the evening c.11pm.

Have you been to Disneyland Paris in July? What are your biggest tips for a trip in July?