Paris is full of third places: there are cultural third places, festive third places, ecologically committed third places... These spaces, which emphasize the idea of the collective and work for a world in their own image, social and committed, are flourishing everywhere, in the Parisian suburbs as well as in the heart of the city.
Children are welcome here, and the program is designed with them in mind: during the vacations, in the evenings after school, or on Wednesdays and weekends, there's something for everyone: creative activities, games, sports or even cooking workshops. In some places, there's even a special program for teenagers, with some really cool activities.
For parents and adults, there's a great range of sports classes: yoga, pilates, different styles of dance, massage sessions or baby awareness to prepare for or reassure parenthood. For the more creative, there are craft and art workshops on the program.
In these third places created by and for families, people come to seek comfort, a moment of tranquillity, a family break. Based on exchange and sharing, they are indispensable for new parents with lots of questions, for parents who are overwhelmed...
There's no question of coming here without a choice of fine catering: a canteen that cooks fresh, local produce, cafés where you can take a sweet break and a gourmet snack - a must with little ones - with homemade cakes and hot (or cold) drinks prepared before your very eyes. In these spaces, local ingredients are the order of the day, and priority is given to small traders to enrich the menus with their delicacies, products or recipes.
In each family concept, you'll find professionals who have turned their backs on the profession and now put all their skills at the service of others: former nurses, nursery nurses, teachers... And as mothers themselves, they are particularly well placed to understand the needs of children and families.
We strongly advise you to discover these beautiful family-friendly concepts, to try out on your own, with children or the whole family. There's bound to be one near you or on your metro/RER line!
TRIBU, the recreational café for families in the 9th arrondissement
Located on rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, TRIBU is a kid-friendly venue in the 9th arrondissement, with a great program of activities for young and old all week long! [Read more]
ÔTIPI Saint-Placide, the family-friendly toy store in the 6th arrondissement of Paris
ÔTIPI, the must-visit neighborhood toy store in the 15th arrondissement, is expanding and will open a new address in September 2023, in the Saint-Placide district (6th). [Read more]
Moi & Mes enfants, the one-stop shop for single-parent families, opens a new address in the 15th arrondissement.
After supporting, accompanying and helping single-parent families from its one-stop shop in the 13th arrondissement, Moi & Mes enfants is opening a new address, this time in the 15th arrondissement. [Read more]
Poppy, the family and toy library for 0-10 year olds in the 17th arrondissement
Just ten minutes from Parc Monceau, in the heart of the 17th arrondissement, Poppy for kids welcomes parents, children, grandparents and nannies all day long to its open-air play area, perfectly suited to kids aged 0 to 10. [Read more]
Les Polinsons" family-run café opens a new address in Croissy-sur-Seine (78)
After winning over families in La Garenne-Colombes, Les Polinsons continues to offer new family-friendly venues with a new space in Croissy-sur-Seine, in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Môments, the family spot where to spend the afternoon in Versailles
In a small street adjacent to the RER and Transilien station of Versailles Chantiers is Môment's, a family concept where to take refuge in summer and winter with children of all ages. [Read more]
Moi & mes enfants, a one-stop shop for single-parent families in the 13th arrondissement
In the 13th arrondissement, as you walk along metro line 6 towards Nation, you're likely to come across the welcoming windows of Moi & mes enfants. Just opened last November, the third-party venue is already offering a great program for all ages! [Read more]
La Famila, kid-friendly café with play area and workshops, near Marne-la-Vallée (77)
In Montévrain, not far from Vallée Village, Famila Café welcomes families and children all week long to its attractive café area. [Read more]
Petit Nuage, the kid-friendly concept and playground for children aged 0 to 10, in Saint-Ouen, France
In Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, Petit Nuage welcomes young and old alike, aged 0 to 10 (accompanied by an adult), to have fun, wake up and play in the indoor play area. [Read more]
Rosechou, the café-boutique that boosts parents' morale in Issy-les-Moulineaux - permanently closed
Rosechou is the place where moms, dads and all parents-to-be can come to recharge their batteries with their newborns. With a wide range of workshops to help the little ones get off to a good start and support their parents, the place also offers a café and a boutique. In short, it's a family concept that has everything to please young and future parents! The place has closed for good. [Read more]
Maison Fika, Asnières' cosy, gourmet family spot
Maison Fika is the concept-store for young and old gourmands alike: from the pastry classes in the basement workshop to the upstairs product boutique and the kid-friendly café where you can enjoy a good chocolate, there's no doubt that this address will become one of your must-visits! [Read more]
