What to do in paris with children - activities

Winnoland, the affordable theme park in Essonne reopens for the 2024 season

Winnoland, formerly Babyland-Amiland, the human-sized amusement park in Essonne, is set to reopen for its 17th season on March 30, 2024. Now the most visited amusement park in the 91 region, it has plenty to delight families in search of entertainment. Each year, the park renews itself and has decided to lure older visitors with new, more adapted attractions.

International Castles Day: beautiful castles to visit in Île-de-France

This Friday, July 19, 2024, we're celebrating International Castle Day. But how? By visiting these magnificent monuments, of course! And we're in luck: Paris and the Île-de-France region are home to some of the most beautiful châteaux in France. Here's a small selection of must-see palaces.

Our 10 ideas for outings with the kids in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

The French capital is full of outings. And there are plenty of them in Paris, especially designed to let the little ones (and sometimes even the grown-ups) let off steam and come home tired (and happy) in the evening. Here's our selection!

2023 retrospective: the editors' favorite places and concepts to discover with the whole family

As 2023 draws to a close, it's time to take stock: for us too, which is why we've put together a selection of our favorite places, concepts and outings that we've loved discovering throughout the year.

The Musée des Arts Forains - Pavillon de Bercy: an unusual and enchanting museum in Paris

Enjoy a magical immersive experience in Paris at the Musée des Arts Forains - Pavillon de Bercy, a museum that plunges you into a funfair atmosphere. A place that appeals to young and old alike!

Maison Ghibli: the Japanese animation studio's pop-up store is back

Maison Ghibli, Studio Ghibli's pop-up store, is back! Join us from October 21 to December 24, 2023 to immerse yourself in the world of Hayao Miyazaki's films and many others.

Wonder Family Fiesta, a family party with workshops for young and old at La Caserne

This Saturday, October 14, 2023, families from all over Paris and the Ile-de-France region will be at the Caserne in the 10th arrondissement for the Wonder Family Festival, a festive event dedicated to families and parenthood.

One Piece Night: events and pre-sales in bookshops for the release of volume 105

The best-selling manga in history releases its 105th volume! To mark the occasion, Glénat, publisher of "One Piece", is launching the second edition of "One Piece Night", on September 29 in all partner bookshops. On the program: entertainment and advance sales of the new volume.

Fête de la Science 2023 at the Cité des Sciences

The Fête de la Science 2023 takes over the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, offering a wide range of events from October 6 to 16, 2023. Experiment, learn and have fun, whatever your age. It's time to get your science on!

Harry Potter: The Wizard's Shop pop-up store returns for saga aficionados!

Wands, wizard outfits, owls, games, treats, notebooks... Everything Harry Potter fans could want, they'll find at The Wizard's Shop pop-up store, the incredible ephemeral boutique back in Paris until December 28, 2023.

Ganymede: our test of The Edge's innovative virtual reality experience

Since September 6, 2023, The Edge, a virtual reality center in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, has been offering its very first new and innovative VR experience, Ganymede. For around 45 minutes, solve riddles on a space base and try to escape from it! Book now for a trip into space!

Janvry, a picturesque village with a free wildlife park and events in the Chevreuse Valley

Nestled in the heart of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse in the Regional Nature Park, Janvry in Essonne is an undiscovered nugget. With its farmland and heritage, including the Louis XIII-style château and the church of Notre Dame du Mont Carmel, this village of 600 inhabitants knows how to surprise its visitors. In fact, to everyone's surprise, it offers a free animal park and great events all year round.

Monsieur Madame, the family and interactive exhibition that makes us fall back in childhood in Montreuil

Remember Madame Catastrophe, Monsieur Génial and Madame Courage? These little guys from our childhood are coming to Paris Montreuil Expo for a family exhibition running until August 20, 2023! Ready to dive into their colorful world?

Butter-making workshop, escape game and investigations at Ferme de Grignon (78) this summer

This summer, it's time for a family day out on the farm, just a few kilometers from Paris! Head for Ferme de Grignon, in the Yvelines region, to discover the animals, take part in workshops and spend the afternoon in the fresh air, during Holi'Farm'Days, the farm's summer festival event.

Little Villette, the free children's spot in the Parc de la Villette

Little Villette is a 1,000m² space entirely dedicated to children and families, just a stone's throw from the Grande Halle de la Villette. What's on offer? A wide range of free activities: reading corner, Lego, board games, circus, coloring and Little Ciné (cinema screenings) are available every weekend!

What to do in Paris with toddlers Our favorite outings with 0-3 year-olds

While the capital is becoming more and more kid-friendly, there's still a long way to go to find addresses that are equipped and, above all, adapted to the little ones! Children's cafés, kid-friendly restaurants or activities specially designed for the youngest, aged 0 to 3.

Pomme, the family life space for parents and children in the 19th arrondissement

In the Laumière district, a stone's throw from the Bassin de la Villette, it's a kind of cocoon, a bubble where parents can take refuge to unwind, a caring place where children are invited to develop at their own pace: Pomme is the oasis for families, and definitely a must for the whole district.

1,2,3, Nagez! free swimming lessons for children in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Would you like to teach your child to swim from an early age? As part of the "1,2,3, Nagez!" program, free swimming lessons are offered in the Paris region at several pools and mobile pools, all summer long!

Montreuil Estivale 2023: free events, concerts and open-air cinema all summer long (93)

Making the most of summer in Montreuil is easy during the summer vacations: with a packed program to please young and old alike, summer promises to be fast-paced, sporty and fun in the 93!

Rugbytots: a free mini Rugby World Cup for children aged 2 to 7

Adults will have their own Rugby World Cup this autumn, and so will children! Rugbytots is organizing a mini-competition for children aged 2 to 7 on September 2, 2023 in Paris!