Paris for families, outings and activities to do with children

Published by Manon de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis, Cécile de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on November 13, 2024 at 04:06 p.m.
Paris and the surrounding region are a veritable playground for families. With amusement parks, animal parks and a wide range of leisure activities, there's plenty to keep young and old alike happy!

Are you planning a family trip to Paris with the little ones? Are you still looking for great things to do with your family, after visiting the capital's most famous landmarks? Then this guide is for you!

Paris is a city rich in entertainment: from restaurants and museums to theaters, outdoor games and castles, it's easy to find a thousand and one outings to do every day. To help you plan your next family outing, here are a few ideas that are sure to please your little ones, as well as your grown-ups!

The City of Light and the whole of the Île-de-France region are home to a host of places dedicated to family tourism: places that are likely to be the scene of some of your most cherished family memories.

Take a look at the family activities available in Paris and Île-de-France right now!

Paris for families, outings and activities to do with children :

Family outings in Paris

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