Star Tours at Disneyland Paris: turbulence ahead in the Star Wars galaxy

C-3PO isn’t the most reassuring pilot in the galaxy, and that’s the whole appeal of Star Tours: The Adventure Continues. At Disneyland Paris, this 3D flight simulator in Discoveryland whisks guests into Star Wars adventures, with itineraries that differ from voyage to voyage.

Departure screens, droids at work and a ship in the works: the queue for Star Tours: The Adventure Continues is taking on the vibe of a spaceport. Located in the Disneyland Park, at Disneyland Paris, the ride channels the language of an organized trip—only to upend it. Riders are about to reach the worlds of Star Wars... if the Empire will let them lift off.

A flight simulator to join the Rebellion

Aboard the Starspeeder 1000, guests settle in facing a screen and slip on their 3D glasses. The cabin’s movements synchronize with the visuals to create the sensation of speeding up, turning, or streaking through space. The ride takes place indoors, with jolts that boost the realism of the simulation.

The scene kicks off with a rushed departure, as C-3PO is forced to take the controls. Imperial forces are hunting rebel spies, and your transport gets pulled into the fray. The golden droid would no doubt have preferred a translation mission.

Star Wars destinations and characters that vary

Hoth, Tatooine, Naboo and Coruscant are among the possible destinations. The various segments are stitched together at random: you may revisit a step you’ve already seen and uncover another part of the journey. Each leg of the path holds its own surprises, both from the planets and the Star Wars characters you meet.

Since April 5, 2024, sequences inspired by the Star Wars series Ahsoka, Andor and The Mandalorian have enriched the attraction. Messages may feature Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor, the Mandalorian and Grogu. The planet introduced in Ahsoka is Seatos, as Disneyland Paris notes. These additions have expanded the catalog to more than 250 story variants, according to the official press release.

Our take on Star Tours: The Adventure Continues at Disneyland Paris

We’ve had the chance to try a few of these journeys during visits. One ride-through let us see how the Star Wars characters from the series pop up inside the attraction at Discoveryland. For regulars, the appeal is there: you revisit a familiar ride path, with a few new twists in the flight plan.

To recap the premise: Star Tours is a 3D flight simulator. Seated in the Starspeeder, with goggles on, riders follow an adventure whose movements are recreated by the simulator. Accelerations, turns and jolts accompany the visuals, as C-3PO tries to talk us out of trouble. We’ve flown with smoother airlines, that’s for sure…

On our visit, the first stop is on Kashyyyk, the Wookiee homeworld already listed in the travel catalog. Then a transmission reveals a hooded man: Cassian Andor, the character from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, who also anchors the Andor series.

After another hyperspace hop, we reach the skies of Seatos, the destination for the Ahsoka-inspired sequence. The purrgil—whale-like creatures capable of hyperspace travel—enter the journey and complicate the route. Ahsoka Tano herself steps in to ask us to protect the rebel spy on board and bring him back safely. The routine, or nearly so.

In terms of execution, these scenes slot naturally into the attraction’s usual narrative flow. It follows the pattern of the other voyages, with segments that unfold smoothly. What we enjoyed most was the fresh mix of destinations and new faces: first-timers have new references to spot, while regulars still get the sensations they know.

Now, our tips:

Take turbulence seriously

The ride can be bumpy, and the 3D visuals amplify the sense of motion. For kids, consider their tolerance for motion in addition to the minimum height of 1.02 m. Disneyland Paris also lists safety and accessibility restrictions—be sure to check the guidelines before boarding.

Grogu doesn’t take bookings

Sequences are selected at random. So you can’t choose your planet or guarantee appearances by Ahsoka, Cassian Andor, or Grogu. Even re-boarding may land you in part of the previous voyage. Leave room for the surprise in your schedule!

Watch the departure times

Before you reach the ride, check the wait time shown in the Disneyland Paris Mobile App. A standard queue is offered, along with the paid fast-pass Disney Premier Access, subject to availability. The service lets you use a dedicated line, though it doesn’t guarantee immediate boarding—the service terms help you decide whether it suits you.

Have a great flight... and keep an eye on your neighbor: the rebel spy could be in your row.

Practical information for planning your flight

Where to find Star Tours? In Discoveryland, inside the Disneyland Park at Marne-la-Vallée, in Seine-et-Marne.
What is the minimum height? 1.02 m. Disneyland Paris also lists restrictions related to motion sickness, pregnancy, and certain health conditions—check the access and safety guidelines.
What ticket should you plan? A valid Disneyland Park admission is enough to ride the classic queue. The paid Disney Premier Access service provides access to a dedicated queue, subject to availability.
When to go? Hours, wait times, and any closures are shown on the official Disneyland Paris site and in the Disneyland Paris Mobile App, depending on your date of visit.

For the next leg of the journey, we'll let C-3PO handle negotiations with air traffic control.

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