Children's exhibition family guide - activities

Digital Abysses, the immersive digital art exhibition for the whole family at the Musée en Herbe

From March 20, 2025, the Musée en Herbe will be inviting the general public to discover Digital Abysses, an immersive exhibition of virtual and digital art.

Musée de Poche: a small art gallery and bookshop with creative workshops for children

At the Musée de Poche, children can enjoy workshops and activities in this small space between gallery and bookshop, where creativity is the order of the day, in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement.

Discover the Oudry, Peintre de courre exhibition at the Château de Fontainebleau

From October 13, 2024 to January 27, 2025, the Château de Fontainebleau presents an exceptional exhibition on Jean-Baptiste Oudry, the famous painter of Louis XV's royal hunts. This retrospective showcases his preparatory cartoons and resulting tapestries, as well as objets d'art illustrating the king's passion for hunting. We take you on a journey of discovery through this exhibition of exceptional, restored works.

Three centuries at Isle Adam: the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire Louis Senlecq's bucolic exhibition

The Musée d'Art et d'Histoire Louis-Senlecq invites you to discover the history of L'Isle-Adam, in the Val-d'Oise, through an exhibition that takes you on a journey through time and the region's natural landscapes, from October 20, 2024 to September 21, 2025.

Flight: discover the secrets of flight in an exhibition at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace (93)

In its new exhibition, the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace takes a closer look at flight, through everything that soars through the air, be it a plane, a bird or even an insect! Discover the secrets of this exceptional faculty, from December 17, 2024 to July 27, 2025.

Les visages des jeux, Jo Di Bona's free street-art exhibition, unveils at Place du Louvre

As of October 1, 2024, Jo Di Bona, a leading figure in Parisian street art, is exhibiting "Les Visages des Jeux" on the railings of the Quartier Jeune, Place du Louvre. This free exhibition, on view for one month, showcases 24 unique works created in collaboration with Paris 2024 volunteers. A great opportunity to discover his Pop Graffiti and explore the diversity of the faces of the Olympic Games.

Extraordinary workshops: immersive experiences in the world of Monet, Gaudi or Van Gogh

Hangar Y invites you to plunge into the world of Monet, Van Gogh and Gaudi with immersive virtual reality experiences, from November 1, 2024 to February 16, 2025.

We are here: the free urban art exhibition is extended at the Petit Palais - photo

You'd never expect to see urban art in a fine arts museum... And yet that's exactly what the We are here exhibition offers, on view free of charge from June 12, 2024 to January 19, 2025.

The cabins of the Molitor swimming pool by 70 international artists! Unusual street-art exhibition

Did you know that street art reigned supreme in the cabins of Molitor's indoor pool? After a successful first edition in 2018, the Molitor swimming pool in Paris is offering us a second and even bigger edition of the artists' cabins. From floor to ceiling, 70 international artists have transformed these former cabins into works of art, to be discovered from Sunday, September 22, 2024 for the Heritage Days, then on guided tours or free of charge by reservation.

ZEUS, the metal horse from the Olympic opening ceremony, on display at Versailles - final days

Zeus, the mechanical horse of the Olympic Games, is about to set foot at the Château de Versailles. After dazzling Paris, he'll be making a monumental stopover in the Yvelines region from October 1 to November 24, 2024. A new chance to discover this steel colossus, ready to steal the show in this royal setting!

Les Extatiques 2024 take over Ile Seguin with circus, street art and contemporary art

Les Extatiques, the free contemporary open-air exhibition, is heading for the Ïle des Arts this year. From September 21 to November 21, the spot is transformed into a free artistic promenade combining contemporary art and live performance.

Transparence, the first Palais des Enfants exhibition, at the Palais de la Découverte in June 2025

It's a date we've all been waiting for: the Palais de la Découverte, which has been closed for renovation work for several years, will finally reopen its doors on June 6, 2025, with a brand new area dedicated to families: the Palais des enfants.

Paris Design Week: an arty village square in the heart of the historic Paris Library

For this year's Paris Design Week, head for the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris to discover the free "Village Palace" installation. From September 4 to 15, 2024, the beautiful mansion will unveil this reproduction of an arty village square, imagined by three young, unusual designers.

Paris Design Week: MUJI and Studio 5-5 install a house in a Marais townhouse

For Paris Design Week 20024, from September 5 to 14, Japanese brand MUJI takes over the Hôtel d'Albret in the Marais district. Together, they set up a manifesto house, housing a unique collection of ready-made objects.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Zeus, the metal horse for the opening ceremony, on display at Hôtel de Ville

The world's most famous horse, ZEUS, is making a comeback! After lighting up the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this majestic steel steed will be on free display at Paris City Hall from August 29 to September 8, 2024.

MOI, a participatory performance by artist Christian Falsnaes, at Bicolore - Maison du Danemark

This Thursday, September 19, take part in a unique performance with artist Christian Falsnaes at the opening of his "MOI" exhibition at 7:30pm, followed by a cocktail reception and NOVA soundsystem DJ set at 9pm. Registration is free!

Marathon, la course du messager: the Musée de la Poste's Olympic exhibition - Extensions

Since the dawn of time, running has been a way of getting around... But that's not all! To discover the importance of running and its cultural aspects, take advantage of the new exhibition at the Musée de la Poste: Marathon, la course du messager, on view from May 15 to September 15, 2024.

Paris Design Week 2024: Paul Cocksedge's mirror installation at Hôtel de Sully

For Paris Design Week 2024, the Hôtel de Sully is transformed into a visual playground by Paul Cocksedge's installation, from September 4 to 14. With his mirrors, the British designer blurs the boundaries between 2D and 3D, inviting visitors to become part of the prestigious décor of the Place des Vosges institution.

Paris Design Week 2024: crazy installations by Uchronia and Pierre Renart at Hôtel de la Marine

For Paris Design Week 2024, the Hôtel de la Marine is hosting crazy installations by Studio Uchronia and cabinetmaker Pierre Renart from September 4 to 15. Discover their work at this free, arty, must-see back-to-school event!

Science Experiences, the concept between museum and theme park at Bercy Village

Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children...