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Tower of Terror

Step into the abandoned Hollywood Tower Hotel, where ghostly whispers and strange occurrences await. Inspired by The Twilight Zone, this atmospheric drop ride blends suspense, storytelling, and sudden plunges. With three haunting variations exclusive to Paris, each elevator ride is a chilling surprise waiting to take you beyond the fifth dimension.

Quick overview

  • Location: Walt Disney Studios Park, Production Courtyard
  • Type of ride: Drop tower dark ride
  • Duration: Approx. 3 minutes
  • Height requirement: 1.02 m
  • Accessibility: Must transfer from wheelchair
  • Premier Access: Available
  • Single rider: Not available

Quick overview

Twilight Zone Tower of Terror ride at Disneyland Paris with eerie hotel facade.
  • Location: Walt Disney Studios Park, Production Courtyard
  • Type of ride: Drop tower dark ride
  • Duration: Approx. 3 minutes
  • Height requirement: 1.02 m
  • Accessibility: Must transfer from wheelchair
  • Premier Access: Available
  • Single rider: Not available

What to expect?

After a chilling welcome in the hotel lobby, guests are ushered into service elevators that ascend into darkness. Without warning, they plunge multiple times in a random sequence. Dramatic lighting, sound effects, and ghostly illusions create a truly suspenseful experience that feels different every time you ride.

Why you should ride the Tower of Terror?

Twilight Zone of Terror ride entrance at Disneyland with eerie lighting and themed decor.

It’s one of the most intense rides at Disneyland Paris, perfect for thrill-seekers who love suspense. The randomized drops and rich storytelling make every visit a new experience. Its immersive queue and chilling atmosphere also make it a top pick for fans of horror, mystery, and Disney-level theming.

Face your fears and enter The Twilight Zone on this must-ride thrill experience.

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Trivia

  • Opened in 2007, themed after The Twilight Zone TV series
  • The Paris version introduced three unique storylines in 2019
  • Uses a faster-than-gravity drop system
  • The original Tower of Terror opened in 1994 at Walt Disney World
  • Hidden Mickeys are scattered throughout the lobby and pre-show areas

Know before you go: Tower of Terror, Disneyland Paris

Practical information

  • Height requirement: Minimum 1.02 m
  • Health considerations: Not suitable for guests with heart, back, neck problems, or a fear of heights
  • Accessibility: Must transfer from wheelchair
  • Safety restrictions: Secure seatbelts; remove hats and loose items
  • Ride duration: Approx. 3 minutes

Tips

  • Ride early or late to avoid long queues
  • Premier Access is recommended during peak times
  • Queue indoors with immersive theming, but moves slowly
  • Visit Tower Hotel Gifts for themed merchandise
  • Nearby snacks at Restaurant en Coulisse or inside Studio 1

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