Far from being the most popular département in the Paris region, Val-de-Marne is an extension of the capital, heading east towards Seine-et-Marne. Between natural areas, the banks of the Marne and cultural walks, it's the perfect territory for a great family outing!
And yet, it's here, on the banks of the Marne, that guinguettes first appeared in the 1800s, here that people come to stroll on the bucolic Île Fanac or Charentonneau, here that people come to bask on the shores of the Créteil lake... Or paddle or canoe along the pretty banks of Saint-Maur-des-Fossés! From the Bois de Vincennes to the famous Roseraie de l'Haÿ-les-Roses, from the Closerie Falbala designed by Jean Dubuffet to theExploradôme and MAC VAL (contemporary art museum), the Val-de-Marne is well worth a visit, whether for a day trip or even a weekend!
The added bonus is that the area is relatively well served by public transport: so, why not take the kids on a little outing in the Val-de-Marne department?
Heritage, cultural outings & walks
Travel through the centuries at Château de Vincennes
Sponsored - The Château de Vincennes is France's largest castle and the only surviving residence of a medieval sovereign. Discover the monument from a whole new angle with Revelacio, the latest-generation on-board mediation system developed by Alto for the Centre des monuments nationaux! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: secret plans on display at the Service Historique de la Défense (94)
The military archives of the French Ministry of the Armed Forces are opening their doors to us on September 21 and 22, 2024, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), to reveal some of the secrets of history... [Read more]
Heritage Days in Créteil 2024 (94): visits and special offers over the weekend
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) await you on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, for an exciting 41st edition! In the Val-de-Marne region, the city of Créteil, just a metro ride away, unveils its program of visits and events! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: what to see in Charenton-le-Pont (94)
Dive into Charenton-le-Pont's rich past during the Heritage Days on September 21 and 22, 2024. From Saint-Pierre church to the Fort de Charenton, this town at the gateway to Paris invites you to explore its exceptional history. A must-see stopover on this cultural weekend! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at La Briqueterie in Vitry-sur-Seine (94), the program
La Briqueterie de Vitry-sur-Seine is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday, September 21, 2024, and invites us to discover the activities of this national choreographic development center. [Read more]
Festival America 2024: the North American literature and culture fair in Vincennes
The Festival America returns to Vincennes from September 26 to 29, 2024, with a program of debates, meetings and a book fair, to honor the cultures of North America. [Read more]
Ile Charentonneau, a natural area on the outskirts of Paris where you can feel alone in the world.
Along the Marne River in Maisons-Alfort (94), Ile Charentonneau is an island territory in the Val-de-Marne department where you can stroll at your leisure for a change of scenery at the gateway to Paris. [Read more]
Choisir la liberté, a free show about the Resistance and the Liberation at Fort de Sucy (94)
From September 14 to 29, 2024, the Baladins du Val-de-Marne company presents Choisir la liberté, an immersive theatrical show about the French Liberation. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at Paris Orly airport, discover the program!
Ready for take-off? Paris Orly airport unveils its program for the 2024 Heritage Days in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Here's what's in store for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 at INA, Institut National de l'Audiovisuel (94): the program
The Institut national de l'Audiovisuel (INA) is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, opening the doors of its headquarters in Bry-sur-Marne. Discover the program for this 41st edition! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Kremlin Bicêtre (94): classical music concert
Every year, the Journées du Patrimoine come to Paris and the Île-de-France region for a weekend of cultural highlights. Here's the program that awaits you in Kremlin-Bicêtre on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024: exhibition, tours and workshops at the AP-HP Museum (94)
The AP-HP Museum, located in Val-de-Marne, is taking part in the new Heritage Days on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September 2024. [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024: a cine-concert at the Pavillon Baltard, Nogent-sur-Marne (94)
The Pavillon Baltard is taking part in the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 with a varied program to be discovered free of charge on September 21. An exceptional opportunity to discover the former Halle de Paris in Nogent-sur-Marne! [Read more]
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Arcueil (94): weekend visits and events
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) await you on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. In the Val-de-Marne, a great program of visits awaits you in Arcueil. Here's how to get there! [Read more]
Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2024: back to the Middle Ages with Château de Vincennes
Head to the Château de Vincennes for the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event, on October 19 and 20, 2024. On the program for these two days are various workshops and games to help you discover the château in a fun way! [Read more]
Heritage Days 2024 in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94): program of visits and events
Looking for a good idea for Heritage Days 2024 in Val-de-Marne? A fabulous program of visits and events awaits you in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, in the 94 region! A great idea for a Parisian getaway within easy reach of public transport! [Read more]
Spots where to sleep and have fun with the kids
L'écu de France, a gourmet restaurant in a historic setting on the banks of the Marne (94)
L'Écu de France is a gourmet French restaurant set in the heart of a former coaching inn dating from 1717, on the banks of the Marne River. A good address in the Val-de-Marne that's well worth the detour! [Read more]
Blooma, the bar-restaurant with creative dishes in a bucolic atmosphere in Fontenay-sous-Bois (94)
In Fontenay-sous-bois, a bar-restaurant resembling an urban oasis offers seasonal cuisine in original dishes and creative, affordable cocktails. Head for Blooma, a gourmet spot where you can stop for a treat or a toast! [Read more]
Zoos and aquariums
Amusement parks and fairgrounds
Crazy Park, the indoor playground near Créteil (94)
Just outside Créteil, in Bonneuil-sur-Marne, Crazy Park welcomes you for several hours of fun - well, the kids - in its indoor playground. Trampolines, ball pools and slides: let's go! [Read more]
Royal Kids in Ivry-sur-Seine, the indoor playground for the whole family in Val-de-Marne, France
The Royal Kids playground in Ivry-sur-Seine, not even a kilometer from the Paris ring road, is the ideal place to spend a day, morning or afternoon with the family! [Read more]
Children's outings : LevPark, the indoor playground in Boissy-Saint-Léger (94)
Near Boissy-Saint-Léger, in the Val-de-Marne département, LevPark welcomes young and old alike for an indoor gaming session, or a game of arcade and table soccer for adults. [Read more]
Sports outings
Ecopark Créteil, the tree-climbing course in Val-de-Marne
For adventurers young and old, Ecopark Créteil unveils the first accrobranche park in the Val de Marne. On the programme: 1,200 metres of perched courses up to 15 metres high, plus 600 metres of zip lines. Scheduled to reopen on February 10, 2024 for the school vacations! [Read more]
The AccroCamp Créteil 94 accrobranche, for tree-climbing on the Ile de Loisirs.
It's possible to go accrobranching at the Créteil leisure park, just a stone's throw from the wave pool. Accrocamp offers an adventure course to delight all adventurers, young and old alike. Whether you're into zip-lines or safe trampolines, here's a beautiful structure in the heart of nature to delight you. [Read more]
Île Fanac in Joinville-le-Pont: green walks, canoeing, rowing and a gourmet barge
In Joinville-le-Pont, enjoy a quiet interlude on Île Fanac, discovering the elegant houses with pontoons. On the program: a stroll in a beautiful green setting, canoeing and rowing on the Marne and other nuggets to discover. [Read more]
Parks and gardens
The Roseraie du Val-de-Marne at l'Haÿ-les-Roses, the world's first rose garden, is in bloom
Looking for the most beautiful rose garden around Paris? We'll take you to L'Haÿ-les-Roses in the Val-de-Marne to discover the world's first rose garden, created in 1894! Both a conservatory of plant collections and a Jardin Remarquable, this rose garden, open from May to September, is sure to delight your eyes. [Read more]
Parc des Cormailles, a large departmental park in Ivry-sur-Seine (94)
Did you know? Ivry-sur-Seine is home to a large green space, and more specifically, a departmental park: the Parc des Cormailles, an ideal place for a stroll, a jog or an outdoor picnic! [Read more]
Parc départemental des Lilas, the large wooded park in Vitry-sur-Seine (94)
While in Vitry-sur-Seine, be sure to visit the Parc Départemental des Lilas, the city's largest green space with orchards and allotments. [Read more]
Current activities
Dates and Opening Time
From July 24, 2024 to December 31, 2027
