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Things to do in Paris with kids

February 04, 2019

Follow this one-day itinerary to make the most out of your trip to Paris, and discover the City of Light through the starry eyes of your children.

Jardin des Tuileries

Begin the day with a visit to Jardin des Tuileries.

Open to the people of Paris since the days of the French Revolution, Jardin des Tuileries is one of the oldest public parks in the city. Nestled between the impressive Louvre museum and Place de la Concorde, the riverside garden is a slice of tranquillity in the bustling city, with plenty of space for children to run around.

Musée du Louvre

Stroll through Jardin des Tuileries to the Louvre on the other side.

The Louvre is one of the most famous and distinctive museums in Paris. Instantly recognisable by the pyramid that stands in the courtyard, the complex is an essential stop for art enthusiasts of all ages. For children, there’s a special treasure hunt activity called THATLou (the original offering from the Treasure Hunt at the Museum team), which takes them on a journey through the Louvre, solving clues to uncover artistic treasures.

Close up shot on the glass pyramid of the Louvre, with the museum in the background

The Grevin theatre at the Grevin museum in Paris

Grévin Paris

Next, take a 20-minute walk or a 10-minute drive to Grévin Paris.

A favourite among youngsters since it opened in 1882, Grévin Paris is home to several hundred lifelike waxworks of famous people throughout history, from French leader Napoleon to footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. Visit the ‘Children’s World’ to discover wax models of characters from books, cartoons and children’s films, and take the interactive Discovery Tour to discover the secrets behind the waxworks.

Montmartre

From Grévin Paris, Montmartre is a 15-minute drive away.

Visitors who make the steep climb to the Sacré-Cœur, the three-domed church at the crest of Montmartre hill, will be rewarded with spectacular vistas of Paris stretched out below. Afterwards, give the family’s feet a rest and catch the miniature train (Le Petit Train de Montmartre) for a guided tour of colourful Montmartre that will keep the kids entertained. The cobbled streets are packed with shops, small galleries and plenty of vibrant bistros for an authentic Parisian dinner.

Typical parisian alley in the Montmartre district, whit the Sacré-Coeur basilica in the background

The Korean garden at the Jardin d'acclimatation in Paris (stretch of water, weeping willows...)

Jardin d’Acclimation

Take a 20-minute taxi ride to Jardin d’Acclimation.

To complete the day, kids will love the Jardin d’Acclimation, featuring 40 attractions including rollercoasters, a boating lake and a country farm where they’ll have the chance to meet and feed rabbits, goats, donkeys and more.

At the end of your fun-filled day, hail a taxi back to the luxury and comfort of your hotel.

Shopping

When it comes to shopping, there are plenty of spots in the city to pick up a little treat for the little ones.

Here are a few of our favourites.

Baby Dior

6–28 avenue Montaigne,
75008 Paris

Bonpoint

320 rue Saint Honoré,
75001 Paris

Tartine et Chocolat

266 boulevard St-Germain,
75007 Paris

Le Bonhomme de Bois

43 boulevard Malesherbes,
75008 Paris

Pain d’épice

29 Passage Jouffroy,
75009 Paris

Bonton

82 rue de Grenelle,
75007 Paris

Smallable

81 rue du Cherche-Midi,
75006 Paris

Chocolat Show

7 rue Nicolo,
75016 Paris

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