At a glance
This attraction is actually an old-style shooting gallery, outdoors but covered, set in the mining village of Thunder Mesa. Visitors use infrared rifles to aim at targets spread across an American Wild West town, complete with saloon, bank and cacti. Unlike classic rides, this one needs you to take part to set off the animations.
Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery is all about interactivity. When a target is hit by the rifle’s beam, a mechanism comes to life in the set: a character pops up at a window, a bottle tips over or an object starts to move. It’s a game of skill played to the sounds of a cowboy camp, with ricochets and saloon music.
This shooting gallery offers a calm experience, with no feeling of speed or sudden movement. It’s a way to take a break between two livelier activities while having fun trying to find all the hidden targets in the rocky landscape.
Frontierland’s interactive shooting gallery. Infrared rifles aimed at animated targets in a Wild West ghost town setting, which set off gags and movements when you hit them. A separately paid activity, fun for passing the time or keeping children busy between two rides in the land.
History
Opened on 12 April 1992 with the park, Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery is the Disneyland Paris version of the shooting galleries found in the Frontierland of Disney parks since Disneyland Anaheim (1957). The gallery hasn’t changed much since opening.
Technical data
- Duration
- 3 min
- Opened
- 1992
- Type Shooting game
- Opening date 12 April 1992
- Duration 3 minutes
Theme & story
Levels & accessibility
- Fear level none
- Thrill level low
- Emotional impact low
- Perceived wait none
- Minimum height None (open to all)
- Recommended age all ages
- Wheelchair access fully accessible
- Pregnant visitors suitable
Premier Access, Single Rider, PhotoPass
Not offered on this ride.
No Single Rider here. To save time, count on Premier Access or park opening.
No PhotoPass on this ride.
Usually open during this slot before the park opens to the public, reserved for Disney hotel guests and Disneyland Pass Gold holders, among others. The right time to ride it with a shorter queue.
Who it’s for
Pros and cons
Strong points
- An interactive experience that makes a change from passive rides
- Sheltered from sun and rain
Weak points
- A paid activity on top of your park ticket
- Limited playing time
My verdict
Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery is a shooting gallery with infrared rifles aimed at animated targets in a Wild West ghost town setting. Each game lasts 3 minutes. Important to know: it’s the only attraction you pay for on top of your park ticket, around €3.
It’s an interactive activity that makes a nice change from passive rides, perfect as a break between two queues. Bonus: it’s covered, so handy in hot weather or rain. My strategy tip: aim for the targets that trigger an animation, it adds a lot to the fun of the game for children. Note that playing time is limited, so don’t wait too long to start shooting.
Map & getting there
Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery is in Frontierland, close to the Big Thunder Mountain attraction.
Your questions about this ride
01 How can you avoid long queues for the most popular rides?
To avoid long queues at Disneyland Paris, I combine several tactics. First, Single Rider is free and really speeds things up on the rides that offer it, including Crush’s Coaster, Flight Force, Ratatouille and Spider-Man, as long as you’re happy not to ride with your group. Next, Disney Premier Access is a paid service that gives you priority access to the headline rides. If you’re staying in a Disney hotel, Extra Magic Time lets you into the park before official opening, and it’s the best time to ride the popular attractions back to back without queuing. Finally, heading to the most popular rides during a parade or a big show empties the queues considerably.
02 Are the queue times shown in the park reliable?
Yes, the queue times shown in the app or on the screens around the park are generally reliable. They’re often the same as, or slightly longer than, the real wait, which helps you plan your day better.
03 How can I find out if a ride will be closed for refurbishment during my trip?
Disneyland Paris publishes the list of rides closed for refurbishment on its official website, several weeks in advance. Because the parks are open all year round, the maintenance teams sometimes work on days when the parks are open, which leads to temporary closures. My advice: check this calendar (or the one on my blog) before booking, especially if there’s one particular ride you really care about.
04 Which rides might scare young children?
Several rides at Disneyland Paris can frighten young children even without a height restriction. Blanche-Neige et les Sept Nains, in Fantasyland, has dark scenes with the witch that can catch them off guard. Les Voyages de Pinocchio also has some unsettling scenes. La Tanière du Dragon, under Sleeping Beauty Castle, is home to a very impressive animatronic dragon. Phantom Manor, in Frontierland, plays on a ghostly atmosphere and is really intense for toddlers. Pirates of the Caribbean switches between cheerful moments and darker scenes. I’d suggest watching how your child reacts before you get on.
05 How far in advance does Disneyland Paris announce ride closures?
Disneyland Paris publishes the list of ride closures around 2 to 3 months in advance. For major rides, the park tells visitors about planned construction work at least two months before it starts. I recommend checking the official calendar (or my dedicated page) a few weeks before your visit, as dates can change. That way you avoid the nasty surprise of finding out on the day that your favourite ride is being refurbished.
