Extra Magic Time Disneyland Paris: Everything You Need to Know (2026)

Extra Magic Time is one of the greatest perks of staying at an official Disneyland Paris hotel. With Extra Magic Time, you get exclusive access to the park one hour before regular day visitors, or you can stay on after closing time for an extra hour of magic. In this KTW guide, we explain exactly how it works, what you can expect, and how to make the very most of it.

What Is Extra Magic Time?

Extra Magic Time (EMT) is an exclusive benefit for guests staying at an official Disney hotel at Disneyland Paris. This applies to all official hotels — from the grand Disneyland Hotel to Disney’s Hotel Cheyenne and Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe. Guests staying at official partner hotels do not receive this benefit, which makes it a truly distinctive perk of booking a Disney hotel directly.

There are two forms of Extra Magic Time: morning EMT and evening EMT. With morning EMT, you can enter the park one hour before the regular opening time. With evening EMT, you can stay on for an extra hour after the official closing time. Which variant is available varies by day and is published on the official Disneyland Paris website and app.

Which Attractions Are Open During Extra Magic Time?

Not all attractions are open during EMT hours. Disneyland Paris publishes a list of available attractions in advance. These are typically the most popular and most in-demand attractions in the park, giving hotel guests a significant head start over regular day visitors. Think of attractions such as Big Thunder Mountain, Space Mountain: Mission 2, Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast, Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, and Frozen Ever After.

Always check the official app or website for the current EMT attraction list during your stay, as it can vary by season and by day. Occasionally, there are also exclusive shows or meet and greet moments available solely for EMT guests.

How Do You Use Extra Magic Time?

To take advantage of Extra Magic Time, you will need your hotel key card and your park ticket. At the park entrance, present both and the Cast Members will welcome you through. Please note: you must also hold a valid park ticket for that day — your hotel key card alone is not sufficient.

A smart strategy is to spend the evening before your EMT morning thinking about which attractions you want to head to first. Write down your top three EMT attractions and walk straight to them the moment the gates open. Queue times during this hour are remarkably short — sometimes you can simply walk straight on. This is the ultimate way to experience the most popular attractions without the wait.

Morning EMT vs Evening EMT: Which Is Better?

Both options have their own appeal. Morning EMT is ideal if you are planning a full day in the park. You can tick off the most popular attractions before the crowds arrive, making the rest of your day feel far more relaxed. Queue times during this hour are wonderfully short, and the atmosphere in the park has a unique, peaceful quality.

Evening EMT is perfect if you tend to have more energy later in the day, or if you have spent the morning elsewhere — in Disney Adventure World, for example. In the evening hours, the park takes on a truly magical atmosphere as the golden light fades and the lights begin to twinkle. Queues are just as short at this time, making it a beautiful way to round off the day.

How Many EMT Hours Do You Get Per Stay?

You are entitled to Extra Magic Time for every day you stay at an official Disney hotel with a valid park ticket. If you book three nights, you have three EMT mornings (or evenings). This is a brilliant advantage for multi-day visits: each day you get an extra hour to enjoy popular attractions with minimal waiting times.

Combining Extra Magic Time with Premier Access

Extra Magic Time and Premier Access make a powerful combination. Use your EMT hour to enjoy the most popular attractions without queuing. Then purchase Premier Access for the attractions you want to experience in the afternoon, when the park is busier. This way, you maximise the number of attractions in a day while keeping waiting times to a minimum.

Please note: Premier Access is available through the app and can be booked as soon as you enter the park. Book your Premier Access slots the moment you arrive — or even via the app before you walk through the gates — as the most popular time slots fill up quickly.

Is Extra Magic Time Worth the Extra Cost?

An official Disney hotel costs more than a partner hotel or accommodation outside the Disney Resort. The question is whether Extra Magic Time justifies the difference in price. For families with children who want to enjoy popular attractions without spending hours in queues, the answer is very often yes. The EMT hour can realistically earn you two to three extra attractions per day that you might otherwise have missed due to long waiting times.

For those who care less about specific attractions and more about soaking up the atmosphere — or who are already planning to use Premier Access for the busiest rides — the added value is somewhat smaller. Weigh it up based on your group, your budget, and your priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions About Extra Magic Time

Does EMT also apply to Disney Adventure World? Sometimes yes, sometimes no — this varies by period. Check the official website for the most up-to-date information on which park has EMT hours during your stay.

Can guests of partner hotels also take part? No, Extra Magic Time is exclusively for guests of the official Disney hotels on the Disney Resort grounds. Partner hotels do not offer this benefit, even if they are located close to the park.

How do I know which attractions are open during EMT? In the official Disneyland Paris app, you can see on a day-by-day basis which attractions are available during the Extra Magic Time hours. Keep an eye on the app for updates, as the schedule can change.

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