France: Impressions de France

Classical French music and the smell of fresh pastries welcome you to this enchanting pavilion inspired by the City of Light–Paris!

Location:	Epcot World Showcase
Type of Attraction:	Indoor theater show
Height Restrictions:	None
Typical Wait Time:	5-20 minutes
Is It Scary?	Nothing scary here!

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Magical Moments

Hidden Mickeys & Other Secrets

Did You Know…?

Touring Tips

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Stroll past sidewalk cafés, a boulangerie, a fine bistro, a beautiful fountain, a park frequented by Impressionist painters, and an arcade designed after Hector Guimard’s Art Nouveau entry arch for the Métro. Romance, charm and elegance fill the air, and nothing is more inspirational than the Eiffel Tower majestically rising in the distance.

Magical Moments

France may very well be the most beautiful pavilion in World Showcase. Lush gardens, majestic fountains and street side cafes create a romantic ambience, complete with a replica of the Eiffel Tower soaring high above the pavilion.
Take a moment to relax by the lagoon side of the pavilion. It will surely inspire the artist inside of you!

Hidden Mickeys & Other Secrets

One of the bushes in the hedge garden near the canal is trimmed in a familiar shape.

Did You Know...?

The replica of the Eiffel Tower may look real, but it’s actually only 1/10 the size of the real thing!
The park near the lagoon was inspired by a famous painting called “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte”.

Touring Tips

Street entertainers perform throughout the day. Be sure to look for Serveur Amusant, a waiter who performs amusing acrobatic feats with some unexpected help from the audience.
Look for the KIDCOT pavilion, where children can color in a special World Showcase mask and have their passports or autograph books signed and stamped (passports can be obtained at most World Showcase gift shops, our Guide to the Magic for Kids book also contains special World Showcase sections with lots of extras).
Visit the Boulangerie Paitisserie for a wonderful selection of French pastries. The chocolate eclairs are the best!
For an elegant French meal, be sure to visit Chefs de France. French onion soup, Mediterranean seafood casserole, and duck á’orange are just a few of the many classic dishes that you can enjoy.