Parc Astérix One-Day Tickets Paris

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Duration1 day
Open onSeasonal - check the park calendar
Meeting pointThe Parc Astérix main entrance in Plailly

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Overview

This is a one-day entrance ticket to Parc Astérix, the family theme park about 35 kilometres north of Paris, built around the comic-book world of Astérix and Obélix. One ticket opens more than fifty rides and shows across themed lands inspired by Gaul, the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece, Egypt and the Vikings, from thrilling roller coasters to gentle family rides and water attractions. It suits families, teenagers and thrill-seekers who want a full day out from Paris. Transport, food and parking are not included.

Highlights

More than fifty attractions and shows on a single one-day ticket
Themed worlds of Gaul, Rome, Greece, Egypt and the Vikings, with rides for every age
Big thrill rides including the Toutatis launched coaster, Tonnerre de Zeus and Oziris
Family and water rides, plus shows staged through the day
New attractions each season, such as the Egypt-themed Descent of the Nile slide
Lots of shade and rest areas, and an easy day trip from central Paris

Full Description

Parc Astérix: a day in Gaul north of Paris

Parc Astérix opened in 1989 at Plailly, in the Oise, some 35 kilometres north of Paris and close to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The park is based on the comics by Goscinny and Uderzo, with hero Astérix and his friend Obélix fighting the Romans, and the whole site is designed like a series of themed villages rather than a plain fairground. It is one of the most visited theme parks in France and a natural answer to what to do with children outside Paris.

If you are researching a day trip to Parc Astérix from Paris, plan a full day: gates open in the morning, the park is large, and most rides run until early evening in high season. Arrive at opening time to do the popular coasters before the queues build.

Thrill rides: Toutatis, Oziris and Tonnerre de Zeus

For adrenaline the park has some of the best coasters in France. Toutatis is a launched coaster that shoots riders from a standstill to high speed in a couple of seconds, Oziris is an inverted coaster in the Egyptian zone, and Tonnerre de Zeus is a classic wooden coaster with steep drops in the Greek area. Goudurix, one of the first looping coasters in the country, is another favourite for teenagers.

Height restrictions apply to the bigger rides, so check the minimum heights at the entrance before children queue. Rides can pause in bad weather. Skip-the-queue passes are not part of this ticket, so use the early-morning and lunch-hour lulls to your advantage.

Family rides, water attractions and new for the season

Younger children have gentler rides, boat trips and playgrounds, and there are water attractions such as log flumes that are welcome on hot days. The park adds new attractions regularly: recent seasons have brought the Descent of the Nile, an Egypt-themed slide on inflatable rings, and the family ride Cétautomatix around the blacksmith's testing track.

The park stages live shows through the day, so check the timetable when you arrive and plan meals around them. Food, refreshments and games are not included in the ticket, so allow a separate budget or bring a picnic if the park rules allow it on your date.

Getting to Parc Astérix and planning the day

The easiest public transport route is the RER B train to Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport, then the park's shuttle bus, which runs in season. By car it is around 35 minutes from the centre of Paris via the A1 motorway; on-site parking is available but not included in the ticket. For the best day, check the opening calendar for your date, because the park is closed on many days in autumn and winter.

Your ticket is valid for one day only and gives entry to all zones, the rides and the shows. There is no hotel pickup, though there are hotels within the park grounds if you prefer to stay overnight. Wear comfortable shoes, use sun cream in summer and carry a light waterproof layer.

Itinerary

Travel from ParisTake the RER B and shuttle or drive north on the A1, about 45 to 60 minutes.
Arrive and enterShow your voucher at the gate at opening time and pick up the day's show timetable.
Big coasters firstRide Toutatis, Oziris and Tonnerre de Zeus while queues are short, about 2 hours.
Lunch break and a showHave lunch in one of the themed zones and watch a live show, about 1.5 hours.
Family and water ridesSpend the afternoon on lighter rides, the water attractions and the new-season attractions, about 3 hours.
Return to ParisLeave in the evening and catch the shuttle back to Charles de Gaulle Airport station.

What's included

Full-day entrance to Parc Astérix
Entrance to all 6 zones
Access to more than 50 attractions
Access to all shows

Not included

Skill games, video games and pay-to-view animations
Transfers
Food and drinks
Parking
Skip-the-queue at attractions

Is this right for you?

Great for

Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers

Think twice if

You prefer short outings — this takes 1 days

Not suitable for

Visitors with back or heart conditions for the fast rides
Very young children for the major coasters, because of height limits
Anyone expecting transport, meals or parking to be included in the ticket

Meeting point

There is no group meeting point. Go to the entrance gate of Parc Astérix in Plailly, about 35 kilometres north of Paris, and scan your e-ticket voucher. By public transport, take the RER B to Roissy Charles de Gaulle and the park shuttle; by car, take the A1. There is no hotel pickup, and parking is payable on site.

Important information

Bring your voucher on your phone; the ticket is valid for one day on the date you choose.
Transfers, food and beverages, parking and paid games are not included.
Skip-the-queue passes are not included; arrive at opening time for the big coasters.
Height and age restrictions apply on some rides; check them at the entrance.
The park closes on many days in the low season, so confirm your date in the booking panel.
Wear comfortable shoes, and bring sun cream in summer and a waterproof layer in wet weather.
Bring a change of clothes if you plan to ride the water attractions.

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.

How much does a Parc Astérix ticket cost?

The price depends on the date and the age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and for children.

Is hotel pickup or transport included?

No. It is an entrance ticket only. Use the RER B to Charles de Gaulle Airport and the park shuttle, or drive on the A1; parking is not included.

How long does the visit take?

Plan a full day. Most families stay from opening until evening to cover the rides and shows.

Is Parc Astérix suitable for children?

Yes. The park has family rides and shows for young children as well as big coasters for teenagers. Children aged three to eleven and infants have their own categories.

What should I wear and bring?

Comfortable shoes, sun cream and a waterproof layer. Bring your phone voucher and a change of clothes for the water rides.

Can I book for today or tomorrow?

Often yes, subject to availability and the park's opening calendar. Choose the date in the booking panel.

Does the ticket include all rides?

Yes, it gives entry to the park's zones, more than fifty attractions and the shows. Paid games, food and skip-the-queue passes are not included.

Is Parc Astérix worth a day trip from Paris?

Yes, if you travel with children or enjoy roller coasters. It is a well-themed park and easy to reach by RER from central Paris.

What is the best time to visit?

Weekday visits outside French school holidays are quietest. Arrive at opening time to reach the big coasters before the queues build.