PanoraMagique is the tethered balloon floating above Disney Village. You go up in it to get some height and see all of Disneyland Paris from the sky. Heads-up: this isn’t the small character balloon you buy as a souvenir. Here, you’re riding inside it.
Disney Village itself is free to enter, but the balloon costs extra. It takes its own ticket, separate from your park admission. Hours usually run from morning to evening, with longer hours in peak season. Since they change with the season and the weather, check that day’s schedule on site or in the app before you go.
What is the Disney Village balloon (PanoraMagique)?
This is a tethered balloon filled with helium and anchored by a cable. You’ll find it floating over Lake Disney, in Disney Village, where it has operated since 2005.
Here’s how it works: you board a large gondola, the balloon lifts straight up, you hover for a few minutes, and then it lowers you back to where you started.
What can you see?
From the top, the view opens up all around you, 360°, and reaches roughly 20 km (12 miles) when the weather is clear.
You can see Disney Village, both parks (Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World) and, when the sky is clear, a tiny Eiffel Tower far off on the horizon. It’s your chance to take in all of Disneyland Paris in one glance.
How high does the balloon go, and for how long?
Up it goes, to around a hundred meters over the lake. Plan on a few minutes aloft, and roughly ten minutes from start to finish once you add the climb and the trip back down. Up to 30 passengers fit in the gondola.
Tickets and prices
There are several ticket options. Buying online costs a little less than buying on site. Kids under 3 ride for free.
The Show Flight takes you up during the nighttime show, so you can watch it from the sky. With a private flight, the gondola is booked for your group alone, for a flight of about 10 minutes.
| Ticket | Online | On site |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (12 and up) | €17 | €18 |
| Child (ages 3 to 11) | €11 | €12 |
| Child (under 3) | Free | Free |
| Show Flight (adult) | €30 | €30 |
| Show Flight (child) | €20 | €20 |
| Private flight (~10 min) | €300 | €300 |
PanoraMagique ticket options (Show Flight and private flight: one single price)
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Weather permitting
My tips
- Buy online You’ll pay a little less, and your ticket shows up on your smartphone, so there’s nothing to print.
- Come early in the morning Mornings are calmer for the flight, and the crowds are smaller.
- Check the weather before you leave Flights can be canceled when it’s windy.
- Park in the Disney Village parking garage It’s the closest parking to the balloon, right by the lake.
Dig deeper
Getting ready for your stop there, or wondering what else is around? My Disney Village guide covers it.
And if you’re looking for the little character balloon to bring home, it’s right here: the souvenir balloon to take home.
Frequently asked questions
01 Is a park ticket required to ride PanoraMagique?
No. Anyone can walk into Disney Village for free, and PanoraMagique sells its own tickets. Taking the flight doesn’t require park admission.
02 Do you need to book PanoraMagique ahead of time?
No, there’s no booking. You buy tickets right on the spot, at the foot of the balloon in Disney Village. Since flights depend on the weather (wind above all), the safest bet is to show up and make sure the balloon is flying that day.
