Children’s Attractions

NOTE

For more information see Family-Friendly Hotels.

  1. Disneyland Resort Paris

    Formerly known as Euro-Disneyland, the French offspring of America’s favourite theme park is a clone of its parent, and has now been joined by the Walt Disney Studios complex. Both have big queues, so arrive early. There are rides for children of all ages and most adults are equally enchanted (see Disneyland Resort Paris).

  2. Parc de la Villette

    One of the city’s top children’s attractions, with activities for all ages. The Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie, a high-tech hands-on science museum, gets star billing, while the Cité des Enfants is a science and nature attraction for younger children. Kids also love the Argonaute, a real submarine that voyaged around the world 10 times, the Géode with its IMAX screen and the futuristic outdoor playground (see Parc de la Villette).

    Parc de la Villette

  3. Eiffel Tower

    A trip to the top is one of the most memorable activities for children in Paris (see Eiffel Tower).

  4. Grande Galerie de l’Evolution

    The most exciting and imaginatively designed display in the Natural History Museum is the Great Gallery of Evolution. Elephants, giraffes and other stuffed animals rise out of a recreated savannah, a huge whale skeleton hangs from the ceiling, while special lighting displays help tell the story of the development of life on earth. Nature workshops are also held for children under 12 (see Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle).

  5. Musée de la Curiosité et de la Magie

    Kids are enchanted by this museum of magic, located in the atmospheric cellars of the former home of the Marquis de Sade. Magicians conjure up hourly shows involving optical illusions, card tricks and lots of audience participation. The exhibits include fun-house mirrors and memorabilia from master magicians such as Houdini (1874–1926).

    • 11 rue St-Paul, 75004

    • 01 42 72 13 26

    • Open 2–7pm Wed, Sat, Sun (daily during school holidays)

    • Admission charge

    • www.museedelamagie.com

  6. Parc Astérix

    Dozens of attractions including Europe’s longest roller coaster, an adventure playground and a replica of Albert Uderzo’s original comic book village.

    • Plailly, 60128

    • RER B to Roissy CDG1, then shuttle from bus stop A3

    • 08 26 30 10 40

    • Open Apr–mid-Oct: 10am–6pm Mon–Fri, 9:30am–7pm Sat–Sun

    • Admission charge

    • www.parcasterix.fr

  7. Jardin d’Acclimatation

    An amusement park tucked away at the north end of the Bois de Boulogne, with roller coasters, pony rides, puppet shows and two children’s museums. On Wednesday and weekend afternoons, journey here on “le Petit Train”, a steam train from Porte Maillot.

    Jardin d’Acclimatation

  8. Grévin

    This waxworks museum was founded in 1882. Kids will get most enjoyment from seeing celebrities from the world of pop music and film, although there are also wonderful tableaux from French history.

    • 10 blvd Montmartre, 75009

    • 01 47 70 85 05

    • Open 10am–6:30pm Mon–Fri, 10am–7pm Sat, Sun & public hols

    • Admission charge

    • www.grevin.com

  9. Jardin du Luxembourg

    The park has tennis courts, puppet shows, donkey rides and a good playground (for a fee). Perhaps most fun of all for the kids is the Parisian pastime of sailing miniature boats in the fountain.

    • Jardin du Luxembourg

    • Open daylight–dusk

  10. Parc des Buttes Chaumont

    The highest park in Paris is great for a family picnic. Kids love the suspended bridges, waterfalls, donkey rides and puppet shows.

    • Parc des Buttes Chaumont, 75019

    • Open 7am– 11pm daily (9pm Oct–Apr)

    • Free

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