Looking for an idea for a family outing? Then let yourself be tempted by Contes et Histoires, a fun and magical event, which returns in 2024 to 14 historic sites in the Île-de-France region. Yes, national monuments are opening their doors to you during the Christmas vacations!
This festive season, get ready to travel through time, in a festive and convivial atmosphere. The activities on offer take young and old alike from parks to gardens, from châteaux to intimate homes, from ramparts to dungeons, to meet the kings, queens and illustrious characters who have left their mark on our history and heritage.
So, what are we going to do with the little ones in the monuments? Contes & Histoires 2024 is an event that promises a great time, with numerous workshops to awaken the overflowing creativity of our dear little heads. Guided tours, storytelling, workshops, shows... There's plenty to occupy their time in a fun and entertaining way, while helping them discover the region's most beautiful heritage sites!
Please note: most Contes et Histoires events are free for children. Parents, on the other hand, have to pay admission. So book your tickets and prepare your vacation program.
For the full program of this magical family event, follow the guide...
Contes et Histoires 2024: fun themed tours at the Conciergerie
To coincide with the 2024 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Conciergerie is offering a number of fun tours for families during the Christmas vacations. Join us from December 21, 2024 to January 4, 2025 to take part in these unique activities. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: discover the secrets of the Sainte-Chapelle
In Paris, the Christmas vacations are synonymous with discoveries: on December 21 and 29, 2024, the Sainte-Chapelle invites us to take part in the new edition of Contes et Histoires. On the program: unusual and fascinating visits! [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: a dramatized visit to meet the Pantheon's personalities
The Panthéon is inviting families to discover its history and famous tenants through a strolling show, on the occasion of the national event Contes et Histoires 2024, from January 2 to 4, 2025. [Read more]
Contes et histoires 2024: shows and storytelling tours at the Arc de Triomphe
Contes et histoires, the event that lets families discover national monuments during the Christmas vacations, is back for a 2024 edition, from December 21 to January 5. An opportunity for the whole family to explore the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024 in Paris: a creative and colorful Christmas at the Hôtel de la Marine
Once again this year, the Hôtel de la Marine is taking part in the Contes et Histoires event. From December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025, the monument will be offering a wide range of family activities during the Christmas vacations. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: visit Wonderland at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne
During the Christmas vacations, the Château de Champs-sur-Marne hosts the Contes et Histoires 2024 event: on December 30, January 2, 3 and 4, 2025, discover this French heritage treasure through unusual family activities. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: a playful and mysterious Christmas at Château de Jossigny
The Château de Jossigny, rarely open to the public, is exceptionally welcoming families on December 23, 24, 26 and 27, 2024, for the Contes et Histoires des Monuments Nationaux event. A great idea for the Christmas vacations! [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: a magical Christmas at Château de Maisons, Maisons-Laffitte
The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and entertaining shows in this new edition of Contes et Histoires, to be experienced from December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025. A program that should delight families during the Christmas vacations! [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: a musical at the Château de Rambouillet
Château de Rambouillet takes part in the 2024 edition of Contes et Histoires. On January 4, 2025, the monument will be offering unusual, fun tours for families during the Christmas vacations. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: storytelling and playful investigation at the Villa Savoye in Poissy (78)
For the 2024 edition of Contes et Histoires dans les monuments nationaux, the Villa Savoye in Poissy is offering a host of family activities over the Christmas vacations! See you from December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: activities based on La Fontaine's fables at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud
With the 2024 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud invites young and old alike to enjoy gourmet and enchanting events during the Christmas vacations! Here's the program that awaits you from December 21, 2024 to January 4, 2025. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: create your own board game at the Maison des Jardies
For the 2024 Christmas vacations, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering creative workshops for the whole family, as part of Contes et Histoires, an event organized within the Monuments Nationaux, from December 21, 2024 to January 4, 2025. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: fairy tales and legends at the Basilique de Saint-Denis
This year, for the Christmas vacations, children are invited to discover the Basilica of Saint-Denis during the Contes et Histoires event, from December 26, 2024 to January 4, 2025. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2024: Santa's secrets revealed at Château de Vincennes
For the 2024 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Château de Vincennes invites Santa's elves for a very special show, from December 27 to 29, 2024 and January 3 to 5, 2025. [Read more]
Enjoy your visit!
Dates and Opening Time
From December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025
Official website
www.monuments-nationaux.fr
