The Futuroscope is an amusement park located near Poitiers that will surely delight fans of new technologies, thrills, and immersive shows. For over 30 years, this futuristic-looking French amusement park has been captivating both young and old. Planning to spend a day there? By planning your visit in advance, it's entirely possible to enjoy this experience without blowing the bill. We suggest you look in detail at the different expense items to adapt your budget and, above all, we share our advice with you!
Entrance tickets to Futuroscope
As in all amusement parks, the first expense item is the entrance ticket. Prices vary depending on the time of year and the age of the visitors:
- 1-day Adult Dated Ticket: 46/51 euros or 56 euros (depending on the date chosen)
- Child Dated Ticket (5 to 12 years old): 38/42 euros or 46 euros
- Adult D-Day Rate (on site): 56 euros
- Child D-Day Rate (on site, 5 to 12 years old): 46 euros
When you purchase one of these tickets, you can enjoy all the attractions at Futuroscope (except Les Yeux Grands Fermés) as well as the night show on the evening of your visit.
Tip: by showing proof of age, children under 5 do not pay admission. And remember to visit the park's website which offers promotions like the 3rd day free until July 9, 2025.
Parking prices at Futuroscope
To get to Futuroscope, you can take the train (ticket bookable with Tictactrip) to arrive at Futuroscope station and access the park directly via a footbridge or by carpooling. If you plan to go by car, parking is chargeable. Count 12 euros per day (from 8 a.m. to 8 a.m. the next day) or 6 euros in the evening (from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m. the next day).
Tip: if you opt for the car, to avoid waiting at the exit to pay for parking, pay your pass upon arrival at the ticket office or at the automatic terminals. If you have an electric vehicle, charging stations are available but access is chargeable and limited.
The Skip-the-Line Pass
When you go to an amusement park, it's to make the most of it. Except that when your visit falls during peak periods, the queues can seem endless. As at Disneyland Paris or Parc Astérix, a paid system is available to avoid waiting times before boarding an attraction. Futuroscope offers different solutions:
- the Premium + Pass at 40 euros for your 5 favorite attractions
- the Gold Pass at 99 euros for all attractions
- the VIP Experience from 500 euros for unlimited priority access to all attractions, lunch and dinner in the park's restaurants, unlimited soft drinks and beers, VIP access to the night show and P+ VIP parking.
Tip: if you are going to Futuroscope as a family with a child too young to go on the attractions, ask for the Baby Switch which will allow your partner who is looking after the child to skip the queue again and enjoy the ride in turn.
Food at Futuroscope
Futuroscope offers several themed restaurants and numerous takeaway or counter-service options. For table service, expect a minimum of 26 euros for an adult and 16 euros for a child (Space Loop, the restaurant that serves your meal on roller coaster-style rails). At most, add 2 euros per adult to access the buffet at La Table d'Arthur. For a meal to be picked up at the counter, expect to pay between 15 and 20 euros for an adult. For snacks (waffles, ice cream, drinks, etc.), the offer starts from 3.50 euros.
Tip:You can bring your own picnic; the park has dedicated areas.
Extras and souvenirs at Futuroscope
As with every visit to an amusement park, a visit to the shops or the purchase of souvenirs is a must. Futuroscope, which has also opened a water park, offers shops to buy gifts for the whole family. Plan on spending between €5 and €50, depending on your budget, from keychains to clothing or accessories.
The park offers photos for purchase at the exit of some of its attractions. You can purchase them within 30 days on the Futuroscope website. To save money, plan to subscribe to the IMAGIC service in advance.
For toddlers, the park offers a stroller rental service charged at 10 euros per day (remember to bring your own).
Futuroscope is a leisure destination that offers thrilling attractions like Chasseurs de Tornades, named the world's best attraction in 2022, and rides for the whole family such as The Time Machine with the Raving Rabbids. The park can be visited according to your budget, ranging from at least (for an adult for one day) to 63 euros (without meals in the park, Skip-the-Line Pass and souvenir budget). For a more comfortable budget (per adult for a one-day visit) plan 150 euros (for entry, parking, Skip-the-Line pass for 5 attractions, a meal at the park and the gift envelope).
And if you prefer Disneyland Paris, Parc Astérix or Europa Park, don't hesitate to consult our budget advice!
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