At a glance
This ride works like a classic airplane spinner, sending vehicles around through the air. Guests take their seats on flying carpets that circle a giant genie lamp. The scene is set on a movie set in the world of Aladdin, with the Genie keeping a close eye on the shoot.
It’s simple and interactive. Each carpet has onboard controls: riders in front can make the carpet go up or down, while those in back can tilt it forward and backward. That way, you pick your own flight path as the ride spins.
The mood is colorful, with music from the animated movie. It’s a calm, visual experience with an open view over the surrounding area.
The Aladdin flying carpet ride. Carpets on jointed arms that riders raise, lower, and tilt around a central Genie spraying water. Gentle thrills in a colorful Agrabah setting. A safe bet for young kids, and the line stays reasonable most of the time.
History
Les Tapis Volants - Flying Carpets Over Agrabah opened on March 16, 2002 along with Walt Disney Studios Park. It’s the Disneyland Paris version of Magic Carpets of Aladdin, which debuted at Orlando’s Magic Kingdom in 2001. This spinning ride draws on the movie Aladdin (1992) and was one of the second park’s opening-day attractions.
Technical specs
- Duration
- 1 min 30
- Opened
- 2002
- Type Classic flat ride
- Opening date March 16, 2002
- Duration 1 min 30
- Number of carpets 16
- Riders per carpet 4
- Design Walt Disney Imagineering
- Manufacturer Zamperla
Theme & world
Levels & accessibility
- Fear level none
- Thrill level low
- Emotional impact moderate
- Perceived wait moderate
- Height requirement None (open to everyone)
- Recommended age all ages
- Wheelchair access fully accessible
- Pregnant visitors not recommended
Premier Access, Single Rider, PhotoPass
Not offered on this ride.
This ride has no Single Rider line. If you want to cut your wait, rely on Premier Access or get there at park opening.
No PhotoPass on this ride.
This ride stays closed during Extra Magic Time and only opens when the park does.
Who it’s made for
Pros and cons
The highlights
- You steer your carpet yourself with the controls
- Lines usually stay reasonable
- A great way to try heights for the first time with toddlers
The downsides
- Nothing shields you from rain or wind
- Teens will find it pretty tame
- Its story has little to do with the park’s new theming
My verdict
Les Tapis Volants - Flying Carpets Over Agrabah has 16 carpets with 4 seats each, which riders raise, lower, and tilt around a central Genie who spits water. It lasts 1 minute 30 seconds, has no height requirement, and is the Disneyland Paris version of Magic Carpets of Aladdin at Magic Kingdom. The ride is very gentle, ideal for introducing little ones to heights.
One of my favorite rides for young kids, because it’s a ride they really get to control. My real family tip: try to put at least one rider in front and one in back, because each side controls a different part of the carpet. And before or after your flight, head to the left of the line entrance: there’s a great photo spot to capture the moment you take off. One small downside: it’s completely exposed to rain and wind, so skip it in bad weather.
Julie’s tip
Best time to go
Based on this ride’s wait time history, updated every day.
Map & getting there
Les Tapis Volants - Flying Carpets Over Agrabah is in the World Premiere Plaza land, near the Crush’s Coaster ride.
Your questions about this ride
01 How can you avoid long lines for the most popular rides?
To skip long lines at Disneyland Paris, I mix several strategies. 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 don’t mind boarding apart from your group. Next, Disney Premier Access is a paid service that guarantees you priority entry on the headline rides. If you’re staying at a Disney hotel, Extra Magic Time lets you into the park before official opening, and that’s the best time to ride the popular attractions back to back without waiting. Last, heading to the busiest rides during a parade or a big show empties the lines dramatically.
02 Are the wait times posted in the park accurate?
Yes, the wait times shown in the app or on the park’s screens are generally accurate. They’re often equal to 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 under refurbishment during my vacation?
Disneyland Paris posts the list of rides closed for refurbishment on its official website several weeks ahead of time. Since the parks are open year-round, maintenance crews sometimes work on days the park is open, which leads to temporary closures. My tip: check this calendar (or the one on my blog) before you book, especially if there’s one particular ride you really care about.
04 Which rides might scare young kids?
Several rides at Disneyland Paris can be a bit much for young kids, even with no height requirement. 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 moments. La Tanière du Dragon, beneath Sleeping Beauty Castle, is home to a very impressive animatronic dragon. Phantom Manor, in Frontierland, leans into its ghostly mood and stays pretty intense for little ones. Pirates of the Caribbean switches between cheerful scenes and darker ones. I recommend watching how your child reacts before you board.
05 How far ahead does Disneyland Paris announce ride closures?
Disneyland Paris shares its list of ride closures about 2 to 3 months ahead. For major rides, the park lets guests know about planned construction at least two months before it starts. I recommend checking the official calendar (or my dedicated page) a few weeks before your visit, since dates can change. That way you won’t get the nasty surprise of finding out on the spot that your favorite ride is closed for refurbishment.
