What to do with children during the vacations - activities

Château de Compiègne: a Royal and Imperial heritage within easy reach

The Château de Compiègne, built on the initiative of Louis XV and Louis XVI, then refurbished under Napoleon I and Napoleon III, is a living page in French history. Located in the town of Compiègne, 80 kilometers from Paris, this architectural gem is one of France's most important royal and imperial residences, alongside Versailles and Fontainebleau.

Château de Pierrefonds, the medieval castle reinvented under Napoleon III

In the heart of the Oise region, the Château de Pierrefonds, 80 km from Paris, stands like an open history book on the pages of the Middle Ages, rewritten by the imagination of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III. This monument, a blend of medieval past and architectural fantasy, offers an immersive experience through its majestic halls, impressive towers and mysterious crypts. We take you on a journey of discovery...

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.

February vacations: guided tours and creative workshops for children at La Monnaie de Paris

The Monnaie de Paris is full of treasures... And we're not just talking about the coins inside! During the winter school vacations, from February 10 to 25, 2024, come and discover this atypical museum and its ultra-fun activities for the whole family!

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.

Caves, doodles and mouseholes: the children's show on prehistory at the Musée de l'Homme

During the school vacations, the Musée de l'Homme awaits you and your family for a brand new show on prehistory. In February and April, come to the Musée de l'Homme to discover Grottes gribouilles and trou de souris!

The Musée de l'Illusion, one of the best family outings on vacation in Paris

The famous Musée de l'Illusion awaits you during the Christmas vacations for a unique and exciting experience, with family or friends! You'll plunge into a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down thanks to 70 illusions, each more intriguing and amusing than the last... A multi-sensory visit that's a must!

The Ritz Paris Christmas Chalet and its free carousel enchant Place Vendôme

The Ritz Paris unveils its Christmas Chalet from December 6 to 31, 2023, and surprise, surprise, a magical carousel of little horses, free for children, sets up with it. The program includes delicacies imagined by François Perret, gift ideas and magic for children.

Tourism: where can you leave your luggage in Paris for a relaxing visit?

Visiting Paris with a suitcase or large bags in tow can quickly turn into a nightmare. To keep your hands free and enjoy your stay, here are a few addresses where you can safely leave your luggage.

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.

Vélorail: discover Seine-et-Marne and Essonne on the railroads

If you're looking for an unusual way to explore the region while getting in a bit of exercise, why not try velorail? This fun activity, which involves pedaling along railroad tracks with family or friends, is available in Seine-et-Marne and Essonne.

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!

Les Rendez-vous sauvages, an immersion into the lives of predators at Vincennes Zoo this summer

Summer and winter alike, the Parc zoologique de Paris (or Vincennes Zoo) never goes out of fashion: for young and old alike, it's always a place of discovery, surprises and excitement. On this summer's program? Come and discover the zoo's large predators with your family.

Summer vacations 2023: activities, family outings and workshops at the Musée en Herbe

What are we doing with the kids this summer? We're going to a museum! And not just any museum: we've chosen the most creative, fun and child-friendly museum in Paris, the Musée en Herbe. With its attractive summer program, there's no doubt that it's the perfect place for a family cultural outing.

Vacations: where to go to the seaside less than 3 hours from Paris by car or train?

Paris Plages isn't the place to enjoy the waves. So for a weekend or a vacation, head for the beaches of northern France, less than three hours from Paris by car or train!

Easter vacations 2023, with the family and at the Philharmonie de Paris

Games, music, exhibitions... During the Easter vacations, from April 22 to May 9, 2023, the Philharmonie de Paris has put together a program of activities that should please young and old alike!

Easter vacations 2023 at the Château de Chantilly

During the Easter vacations, the Château de Chantilly has some nice surprises in store for the whole family, to be discovered from April 22nd to May 9th 2023.

The unusual walks of Fontânebleau, to discover the forest with donkeys

If you are looking for an original activity to do with or without children during the vacations, Fontânebleau organizes hikes on request, ranging from one hour to four hours in Achères-la-Forêt, where donkeys live peacefully.

Easter vacations 2023 at Domaine de Dampierre en Yvelines

From April 22 to May 8, 2023, it's time for the Easter vacations for the little Parisians (and all the other students in zone C). So, let's go for two weeks of outings, especially in the Yvelines, where the Domaine de Dampierre welcomes you and your family throughout the vacations.