Yes, we already know that Paris is an ideal destination for a romantic getaway and that it is the perfect city for lovers of art and gastronomy. However, that does not mean that it is not an ideal place to visit as a family. And not only because Disneyland Paris is here, but because there are many plans that can be done with children.
If you are going to visit the French capital with your children, we recommend that you intersperse visits to its most emblematic places with fun activities for the little ones. In addition, it is a good idea to buy tickets through the websites of monuments and museums. To make your family trip a success, below we are going to propose 10 plans with children in Paris.
Disney Land Paris
How could it be otherwise, let’s start by talking about Disneyland Paris, the most visited amusement park in all of Europe and one of the most famous in the world. In reality, it is a tourist complex that is located in Marne-la-VallĂ©e, 32 kilometers from the center of the French capital.
Playmobil park
In Paris there is also one of the five Playmobil theme parks, a magical world full of children’s games and fun for the little ones in the house. Here you will find 12 play areas, plus a separate area for children from 18 to 36 months.
Asterix Park Paris
Another interesting theme park in France is Parc Astérix, which is located 35 kilometers from Paris. This place recreates the Gallic spirit as in the world of Asterix and has more than 30 outdoor attractions, as well as live shows.
Tuileries Garden
Paris is a place full of gardens and green areas. Among them is the Jardin des Tuileries, where you can go on pony rides, go up on a carousel and on a Ferris wheel … In addition, there is a magnificent park for the little ones here.
Luxembourg gardens
It is also worth visiting the Luxembourg Palace and Gardens, where the little ones can enjoy an incredible park (although for a fee) and a lot of activities: a puppet theater, a merry-go-round, sailing …
Parc de la Villette
Children will also like the Parc de la Villette, which has different play areas, as well as a 3D cinema, a channel where they rent boats and the Children’s City, which we will talk about below.
Cite des Enfants
The CitĂ© des Enfants (Children’s City) is a space created for children that is located in the CitĂ© des Sciences et l’Industrie, in the Parc de la Villette. This permanent exhibition is focused on five thematic areas, all of them designed to stimulate the cognitive development of the little ones.
National Museum of Natural History
We cannot forget the National Museum of Natural History, which is located in the Jardin des Plantes. In addition to viewing dinosaur bones and a marine biology station, children will be able to enjoy the Galerie des Enfants, an exhibition designed for them.
Menagerie
In the Jardin des Plantes there is also the MĂ©nagerie, considered one of the first public zoos in the world. One of the best things about this place is that the little ones can get quite close to the animals.
Sailing on the Seine
Finally, we want to talk about an activity that will appeal to both young and old. We are referring to navigating the Seine aboard the Batobus , a water taxi that stops at the most emblematic places of the capital.
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