Easter vacations: family-friendly exhibitions in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Published by Cécile de Sortiraparis, My de Sortiraparis, Margot de Sortiraparis · Photos by Graziella de Sortiraparis · Published on February 27, 2024 at 03:52 p.m.
A moment of play, discovery, learning, daydreaming and wonder... An exhibition is all these things! During this Easter vacation, from April 6 to 22, 2024, we're taking advantage of our free time to spend some great moments with the kids in the museums and galleries of Paris and the Île-de-France region.

Easter vacations always put us in a good mood: the days are getting longer, the sun is shining, we've got time to spend some quality time with the kids... Well, while we're on the subject, what are you going to do during these vacations, from Saturday April 6 to Sunday April 21, 2024? If you haven't made any plans yet, you've come to the right place: we've still got one or two cool exhibitions to recommend!

You may be thinking that dragging your kids to a museum is more like torture than a family outing. But that's because you don't know the capital's cultural hot spots. Trust us: by following our guide to family-friendly exhibitions, your kids will soon be hooked on museums and art galleries!

Our secret? Fun exhibitions , incredible educational experiences and immersive scenographies that give us exceptional thrills.

But enough of the blah-blah: here, as promised, is our selection of exhibitions to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, to fill children's and parents' days with wonder this Easter!

Science Expériences : la sortie fun et ludique pour toute la famille !Science Expériences : la sortie fun et ludique pour toute la famille !Science Expériences : la sortie fun et ludique pour toute la famille !Science Expériences : la sortie fun et ludique pour toute la famille ! 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... [Read more]

Aura, un spectacle son et lumières qui illumine le Dôme des Invalides - photos et vidéo - IMG20230920213452Aura, un spectacle son et lumières qui illumine le Dôme des Invalides - photos et vidéo - IMG20230920213452Aura, un spectacle son et lumières qui illumine le Dôme des Invalides - photos et vidéo - IMG20230920213452Aura, un spectacle son et lumières qui illumine le Dôme des Invalides - photos et vidéo - IMG20230920213452 AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]

Nouvel articleNouvel articleNouvel articleNouvel article The Cherqui Foundation: the kinetic art museum just outside Paris!
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Up to space : devenez un astronaute avec l'exposition du musée de l'Air et de l'Espace, nos photosUp to space : devenez un astronaute avec l'exposition du musée de l'Air et de l'Espace, nos photosUp to space : devenez un astronaute avec l'exposition du musée de l'Air et de l'Espace, nos photosUp to space : devenez un astronaute avec l'exposition du musée de l'Air et de l'Espace, nos photos A media and games library opens at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace
The Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace at Le Bourget has launched a new area reserved for children and families. This media and games library invites you to travel to the heart of aeronautics and space knowledge. [Read more]

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Paradox Museum, 90 experiences of trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval await you in Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surrealist images. Would you like to try it out? [Read more]

Toutankhamon, l’expérience immersive Pharaonique sur 3000 m2, se dévoile à ParisToutankhamon, l’expérience immersive Pharaonique sur 3000 m2, se dévoile à ParisToutankhamon, l’expérience immersive Pharaonique sur 3000 m2, se dévoile à ParisToutankhamon, l’expérience immersive Pharaonique sur 3000 m2, se dévoile à Paris Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the pharaonic immersive experience, is on show at Galeries Montparnasse until September 1, 2024. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful adventure game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette. [Read more]

Johnny Hallyday, nos photos de l'expo à Paris - IMG 2049Johnny Hallyday, nos photos de l'expo à Paris - IMG 2049Johnny Hallyday, nos photos de l'expo à Paris - IMG 2049Johnny Hallyday, nos photos de l'expo à Paris - IMG 2049 Johnny Hallyday: the exhibition dedicated to the rocker launches evening parties, our photos
A traveling Johnny Hallyday exhibition comes to Paris! After a stopover in Brussels, "Johnny Hallyday L'Exposition" arrives at the Parc des expositions de la Porte de Versailles in Paris from December 22, 2023 to June 19, 2024. It's an opportunity for fans to discover some of the most exceptional pieces from the rocker's collection, over an area of almost 3,000 m². Here's what's in store for almost 6 months! From March 4, 2024, the exhibition will be open until 10pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. [Read more]

La Cité de l'Histoire : une découverte ludique de l'histoire en famille La Cité de l'Histoire : une découverte ludique de l'histoire en famille La Cité de l'Histoire : une découverte ludique de l'histoire en famille La Cité de l'Histoire : une découverte ludique de l'histoire en famille The Cité de l'Histoire: a fun way for families to discover history
Plunge into the heart of the most fascinating periods in human history with immersive shows and technological animations that will delight young and old alike. Relive the great moments of the past, meet the emblematic figures of French history and create unforgettable memories together! Three main animations await you, in a space entirely designed for family amazement, offering a journey through the most emotionally rich eras. [Read more]

L'Egypte des Pharaons, de Khéops à Ramsès II : l'exposition immersive de l'Atelier des Lumières - IMG20240208094846L'Egypte des Pharaons, de Khéops à Ramsès II : l'exposition immersive de l'Atelier des Lumières - IMG20240208094846L'Egypte des Pharaons, de Khéops à Ramsès II : l'exposition immersive de l'Atelier des Lumières - IMG20240208094846L'Egypte des Pharaons, de Khéops à Ramsès II : l'exposition immersive de l'Atelier des Lumières - IMG20240208094846 Egypt of the Pharaohs: the Atelier des Lumières immersive exhibition unveiled in images
A fabulous journey awaits us this year at the Atelier des Lumières: from February 9, 2024 to January 5, 2025, discover the Egypt of the Pharaohs, from Cheops to Ramses II. [Read more]

LOADING. L'art urbain à l'ère numérique, les photos de l'expo - IMG 1786LOADING. L'art urbain à l'ère numérique, les photos de l'expo - IMG 1786LOADING. L'art urbain à l'ère numérique, les photos de l'expo - IMG 1786LOADING. L'art urbain à l'ère numérique, les photos de l'expo - IMG 1786 LOADING. Urban art in the digital age: the street art exhibition at the Grand Palais Immersif, our photos
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Astrolabe - IMG 5381Astrolabe - IMG 5381Astrolabe - IMG 5381Astrolabe - IMG 5381 L'Astrolabe: discover space in virtual reality at the headquarters of the European Space Agency
Have you always dreamed of visiting space? At the headquarters of the European Space Agency, a new space has just opened for the general public, allowing you to discover the ISS in virtual reality and learn more about what surrounds us! [Read more]

Nouvelle exposition "Combattre loin de chez soi - L'Empire colonial français dans la Grande GuerreNouvelle exposition "Combattre loin de chez soi - L'Empire colonial français dans la Grande GuerreNouvelle exposition "Combattre loin de chez soi - L'Empire colonial français dans la Grande GuerreNouvelle exposition "Combattre loin de chez soi - L'Empire colonial français dans la Grande Guerre New: an open-air trench at the Grande Guerre museum
Sponsored - Follow in the footsteps of the 600,000 men from Black Africa, the West Indies, Oceania, Asia and North Africa who came to fight far from home on the various fronts of the war in Europe in a major exhibition at the Musée de la Grande Guerre. From April 4 to December 30, 2024. The Musée de la Grande Guerre expands! Come and discover an installation never before seen in France: an open-air trench. [Read more]

Exposition Bagdad avec Assassin’s Creed Mirage à l'Institut du Monde Arabe - IMG 4700Exposition Bagdad avec Assassin’s Creed Mirage à l'Institut du Monde Arabe - IMG 4700Exposition Bagdad avec Assassin’s Creed Mirage à l'Institut du Monde Arabe - IMG 4700Exposition Bagdad avec Assassin’s Creed Mirage à l'Institut du Monde Arabe - IMG 4700 Baghdad with Assassin's Creed Mirage: the successful exhibition extended at the Institut du Monde Arabe
When video games allow us to explore the past... The Institut du Monde Arabe and Ubisoft join forces for an exceptional exhibition: February 28 to January 12, 2025, discover Baghdad: rediscover Madinat al-Salam, with Assassin's Creed Mirage. [Read more]

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The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns. [Read more]

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The Centre Pompidou, a museum of modern and contemporary art in the heart of Paris, awaits you every day (except Tuesdays) for a plunge into art in all its forms. Explore its history and exhibitions, and immerse yourself in the artistic universe of one of the world's most visited museums! [Read more]

Musée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-LayeMusée d'Archéologie National - Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye The Museum of National Archaeology - Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, high up in the Yvelines, was one of the royal residences of François I. Today, it houses the national archaeology museum. Today, it houses the Musée d'Archéologie Nationale, with over 29,000 objects on display! [Read more]

Expo The Art of The Brick Galerie Montparnasse - IMG 3119Expo The Art of The Brick Galerie Montparnasse - IMG 3119Expo The Art of The Brick Galerie Montparnasse - IMG 3119Expo The Art of The Brick Galerie Montparnasse - IMG 3119 LEGO: The Art of the Brick, the exhibition returns to Montparnasse - final days
LEGO fans, children at heart, discover Nathan Sawaya's exhibition, The Art of the Brick, which returns to Paris, in Montparnasse to be precise, in the former Galeries Lafayette! More than 100 brick sculptures by Nathan Sawaya await you from December 20, 2023 to August 11, 2024. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument musée air espaceVisuels musée et monument musée air espaceVisuels musée et monument musée air espaceVisuels musée et monument musée air espace Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace at Le Bourget, a unique place that puts stars in your eyes
The Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace at Le Bourget is a nugget for those who dream of traveling, while the world's eyes are riveted on Mars, the Moon and the ISS. Here, you can rediscover the planes of the conquest of air and space for free, and even climb aboard a number of mythical aircraft! [Read more]

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The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, open since 1961 and located in the heart of the City of Light, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, invites visitors to discover over 15,000 works reflecting the wealth of artistic creation of the 20th and 21st centuries. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, this museum transports us into the world of contemporary art. It's free to visit! [Read more]

Exposition Chana Orloff Musée Zadkine - IMG 1911Exposition Chana Orloff Musée Zadkine - IMG 1911Exposition Chana Orloff Musée Zadkine - IMG 1911Exposition Chana Orloff Musée Zadkine - IMG 1911 Musée Zadkine: l'Atelier - Museum near the Jardin du Luxembourg
On the edge of the Jardin du Luxembourg, the Musée Zadkine in Paris opens its doors to its permanent collection, free of charge, all year round, in the heart of a green setting populated by sculptures. Nestled at 100 bis rue d'Assas, the museum is the former home of iconic sculptor Ossip Zadkine, who lived there from 1928 to 1967. [Read more]

Le musée de l'Homme - collections permanentes - image00055Le musée de l'Homme - collections permanentes - image00055Le musée de l'Homme - collections permanentes - image00055Le musée de l'Homme - collections permanentes - image00055 Musée de l'Homme: discover the origins, evolution and future of the human species
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The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, located in the Palais Chaillot on Place du Trocadéro, is an exceptional, monumental 22,000 m2 museum housing numerous models, city plans and immense scupltures. Here, you can take an in-depth look at some of the world's most beautiful buildings, and immerse yourself in the world of technology, architecture and urban planning. [Read more]

La Fondation Coubertin et son Domaine -  A7C2826La Fondation Coubertin et son Domaine -  A7C2826La Fondation Coubertin et son Domaine -  A7C2826La Fondation Coubertin et son Domaine -  A7C2826 The Fondation de Coubertin Estate and Museum, the treasure of the Yvelines at Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse
The Domaine et Musée de la Fondation Coubertin, located in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, is a real treasure of the Yvelines, nestled in a green setting. Discover the Jardin des bronzes, the Grandes sculptures in the park and the works of Joseph Bernard in the château. Open every weekend until July 14, 2024, this exceptional site invites you to enjoy a unique cultural experience. [Read more]

Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351Insert Coin : une exposition ultra ludique et interactive à découvrir à la Monnaie de Paris - IMG20240229101351 Insert coin: the Monnaie de Paris's playful arcade exhibition
With a coin in hand, plunge into the colorful world of arcades, with the Insert Coin exhibition, presented at the Monnaie de Paris from March 1 to July 7, 2024. [Read more]

Musée Bourdelle rénové -  atelier de sculptureMusée Bourdelle rénové -  atelier de sculptureMusée Bourdelle rénové -  atelier de sculptureMusée Bourdelle rénové -  atelier de sculpture The Musée Bourdelle, a free museum-workshop dedicated to the sculptor in Paris
The Musée Bourdelle, dedicated to the famous sculptor, awaits you in the 15th arrondissement, with an itinerary designed for adults and children alike. As an added bonus, there's a café-restaurant perfect for prolonging the visit. [Read more]

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The Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is packed with fun and educational exhibitions for the whole family to discover, in the heart of the Parc de la Villette. It's the perfect place to learn all about the world around us! [Read more]

Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405142742Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405142742Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405142742Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405142742 Précieux déchets, the exhibition to help you consume differently, at the Cité des Sciences
From December 5, 2023 to September 1, 2024, the Cité des Sciences is hosting a brand new exhibition, Précieux Déchets, inviting us to become aware of the waste we generate, how to reduce it or reuse it to give it a new life. [Read more]

Mission spatiale - IMG 5940Mission spatiale - IMG 5940Mission spatiale - IMG 5940Mission spatiale - IMG 5940 Mission spatiale, the new permanent exhibition in the stars at the Cité des sciences
Take a trip into space from October 23, 2023 at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, with a new permanent exhibition on the conquest of space. [Read more]

Urgence climatique, l'exposition permanente de la Cité des Sciences - image00018Urgence climatique, l'exposition permanente de la Cité des Sciences - image00018Urgence climatique, l'exposition permanente de la Cité des Sciences - image00018Urgence climatique, l'exposition permanente de la Cité des Sciences - image00018 Urgence Climatique, the Cité des Sciences exhibition to raise awareness
The Cité des Sciences is a bustling family place, a veritable paradise for young and old alike, where there is always something to do, discoveries to explore and lots of information to learn. The place hosts its latest permanent exhibition, Urgence climatique, starting May 16, 2023. [Read more]

Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405144604Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405144604Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405144604Métamorphoses, l'exposition poétique à découvrir à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie  - IMG20230405144604 Metamorphoses, the poetic exhibition to discover at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie - photos
The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie invites us to follow the fantastic epic of these animals and plants that change and transform. From April 4, 2023 to November 24, 2024, discover the exhibition Metamorphoses. [Read more]

Bio-inspirée, la nouvelle expo permanente à la Cité des Sciences et de l'IndustrieBio-inspirée, la nouvelle expo permanente à la Cité des Sciences et de l'IndustrieBio-inspirée, la nouvelle expo permanente à la Cité des Sciences et de l'IndustrieBio-inspirée, la nouvelle expo permanente à la Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie Bio-inspired, the new permanent exhibition at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
Look out, here it is: the new permanent exhibition that will fascinate us endlessly. "Bio-inspired" takes place at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie from September 18, 2020. A nice introduction to talk about environment and sustainable solutions with children and older. [Read more]

Les Robots débarquent à la Cité des Sciences Les Robots débarquent à la Cité des Sciences Les Robots débarquent à la Cité des Sciences Les Robots débarquent à la Cité des Sciences Robots come to the Cité des Sciences, the exhibition
The Cité des Sciences et de l'industrie is dedicating a new space to Robots, starting April 2, 2019. Suitable for children from 11 years old, this exhibition tour will make young and old dream with the presentation of robots of today and tomorrow, from industrial robots to autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, agricultural robots, medical robots and domestic robots. [Read more]

And for more ideas for family outings over the vacations, you can always consult our dedicated guide.

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The Spring or Easter vacations in Paris and the Ile-de-France region run from April 6 to 22, 2024! Walks, theme parks, accrobranches, exhibitions, shows, films... Sortiraparis gives you all the tips you need to keep your children amused and awake during the vacations between April and May. [Read more]

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Dates and Opening Time
From April 6, 2024 to April 21, 2024

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