What to do in Paris with toddlers?
Activities and outings ideas with children from 0 to 6 years old
Outdoor activities for sunny days or indoor activities for rainy days or extreme cold. Recommendations from shows designed for children (sometimes as early as 1 year), or fromexhibitions and of concerts that will also appeal to toddlers. Discover all our suggestions to enjoy Paris with little ones.
CHRISTMAS FOR THE LITTLE ONES
IDEAS TO PUT AT THE FOOT OF THE TREE
OUR BELOVED BOUTIQUE: the little Refiners
GREEN GIFTS: Ekobutiks
OF COOL EDUCATIONAL TOYS: Monster Friends
VERY ORIGINAL: the "Funny Ball" drawing tables.
GREEN GIFTS: Ekobutiks
OF COOL EDUCATIONAL TOYS: Monster Friends
VERY ORIGINAL: the "Funny Ball" drawing tables.
MUST-HAVES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
(TO BE REDONE, HOPEFULLY VERY SOON)
TODDLER CONCERTS
ALL YEAR ROUND IN PARIS AND ILE-DE-FRANCE WITH LITTLE ONES
(ALL ACTIVITIES SUSPENDED)
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1 christmas and 2 ladybird(s)">
1 christmas and 2 ladybird(s)
- Musical show around Christmas for toddlers
- Resumes December 16, 2020 - Until January 3, 2021
- Ideal for 2 - 6 years old
- At the Comédie Saint Michel (Paris 5e)
- Reduced rate: up to -17%
In bed Molie">
In bed Molie
- A poetic show full of songs
- Resumes December 19, 2020 - Until January 3, 2021
- For 2 years
- At the Théâtre BO Saint Martin (Paris 3rd)
- Tickets from €12
Spiders, Fireflies and Butterflies">
Spiders, Fireflies and Butterflies
- Artistic-scientific exhibition on very small animals
- Reopening December 16, 2020 - Until February 28, 2021
- For all, from 3 years old
- At the Musée en Herbe (1st)
Opposite, the toddler expo">
Opposite, the toddler expo
- A sensory and playful wandering
- Reopening December 16, 2020 - Until summer 2021
- For 2 / 7 year olds
- At the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie (19th)
Mishka">
Knights, princesses and dragon">
Knights, princesses and dragon
- Chivalrous musical comedy full of humor
- Resumes December 19, 2020 - Until January 3, 2021
- For 4-8 year olds
- At the Théâtre des Mathurins (Paris 8th)
- Reduced rate: up to - 35%
In the Land of Santa Claus">
In the Land of Santa Claus
- Santa and his elves. Funny, upbeat and participatory
- Resumed on December 19, 2020 - Until December 31, 2020
- Ideal from 3 years old
- Mathurins Theater (Paris 8th)
- Reduced rate: up to - 35%
Help, Prince Aubert has disappeared">
Help, Prince Aubert has disappeared
- A hilarious police investigation
- Resumed December 22, 2020 - Until February 10, 2021
- From 4 years
- At the theatre le Bout (Paris 9ème)
- Reduced rate: up to -23%
The Princess at the Pea in the Head">
The Princess at the Pea in the Head
- A hilarious and participatory play
- Resumes December 16, 2020 - Until February 6, 2021
- From 3 to 6 years
- At the theatre le Bout (Paris 9th)
- Reduced rate: up to -23%
The great Gallery of Evolution">
The great Gallery of Evolution
- 7000 specimens from the terrestrial and aquatic worlds
- Open every day except Tuesday + 1 January, 1 May, 25 December
- From 8 years old
- In the Jardin des Plantes (5th)
- Free for under 18s (under 26s if EU citizen)
The Aquarium of Paris Cinéaqua">
The Aquarium of Paris Cinéaqua
- More than 13,000 specimens in 70 ponds
- Reopening December 15 - Open daily, even on December 25 and January 1
- For everyone, also ideal with toddlers.
- Discounted rates all year round
The Paris Zoological Park">
The Paris Zoological Park
- A very nice family outing
- Open all year round, including holidays
- For everyone, even the little ones...
- A wide range of activities for children
The menagerie, zoo of the Jardin des Plantes">
The menagerie, zoo of the Jardin des Plantes
- A beautiful zoo in the heart of Paris
- Closed Tuesday + January 1st, May 1st, December 25th
- Ideal with children
- Free for children under 3 years
The SEA LIFE aquarium in Val d'Europe (Serris - 77)">
The SEA LIFE aquarium in Val d'Europe (Serris - 77)
- A super educational aquarium
- Open 7 days a week and public holidays (except 25 December)
- Next to the Vallée Village (Val d'Europe)
- Free for children under 3 years old
Visit of a donkey farm (l'Asinerie Franciliane)">
Visit of a donkey farm (l'Asinerie Franciliane)
- One of our favorites
- Open every day
- Small budget: 3,50€ (child) and 5€ (adult) for a guided tour.
- In Chennevières-sur-Marne (94)
- Free uncommented visit for all
Thoiry Safari Zoo">
Thoiry Safari Zoo
- An exceptional outing in a unique place
- Open every day of the year
- In the 78, an hour's drive from the centre of Paris.
The farm of Paris">
The farm of Paris
- An educational farm
- Schedules change according to the season
- In the Bois de Vincennes
- Free for all
The Zoo du Bois d'Attilly, a nice family outing!">
The Zoo du Bois d'Attilly, a nice family outing!
- A small zoo concerned about the welfare of animals
- Open every day except December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.
- In the 77, about 40 km from Paris
- Free for children under 3 years
The private (and costumed) visit "Paris at the time knights"">
The private (and costumed) visit "Paris at the time knights"
- Visit of medieval Paris disguised as a knight or storyteller
- For 6/10 years
- Duration 1h30
- -20% until 31 August
The guided tour "Paris in cartoons"">
The guided tour "Paris in cartoons"
- An original and regressive theme
- From 5/6 years old
- Duration 1h30 - Course 2 km
- FAMILY OFFER: 10% DISCOUNT
Guided tour in the footsteps of "Dilili in Paris"">
Guided tour in the footsteps of "Dilili in Paris"
- A visit with the animated film "Dilili" in the background
- From 6 years old
- Duration 1h30 - Course 2 km
- FAMILY OFFER: 10% DISCOUNT
The Private Visit "Le Paris Antique" (privatization)">
The Private Visit "Le Paris Antique" (privatization)
- Costumed visit of Paris in Roman and Gallic times (5th)
- Duration 1h30
- For 6/10 years
- In the 5th
The guided tour (and costume) "Paris at the time of the knights"">
The guided tour (and costume) "Paris at the time of the knights"
- Costumed visit of medieval Paris
- Very nice with 6/10 years
- Attention: private visit only at the moment
- Duration 1h30
- -20% until 31 August
The André Citroën Park">
The André Citroën Park
- In the 15th
- Water jets in the summer to refresh the children
- Free access
The Buttes-Chaumont">
The Buttes-Chaumont
- In the 19th century, 25 ha in the heart of Paris
- Pony, Punch, Playgrounds
- Free access
Monceau Park as a family">
Monceau Park as a family
- In the 8th and 17th
- Swings, merry-go-round, merry-go-round, puppet, playground...
- Free access
Garden plants">
Garden plants
- In the 5th
- One of our favorite places
- Free access
The Luxembourg Garden">
The Luxembourg Garden
- In the 6th
- Playgrounds, ponies, clown, remote controlled boats
- Free access, paying activities
The Floral Park of Paris">
The Floral Park of Paris
- In the 12th (on the edge of the Bois de Vincennes)
- Playgrounds, tree climbing, miniature golf, Punch and Judy...
- Paid access (except in low season)
The garden of acclimatization">
The garden of acclimatization
- In the Bois de Boulogne
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- A great mini amusement park for kids
- Paid access
Boating in or near Paris">
Boating in or near Paris
- 3 lakes in Paris to go boating
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- Rental at less than 15€ for 1 hour
GoodPlanet Foundation">
GoodPlanet Foundation
- In the Bois-de-Boulogne
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- Free access
France Miniature">
France Miniature
- The largest miniature park in Europe to discover the French heritage
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- In Elancourt (78)
- Free for children under 4
Puppet and puppet shows">
Puppet and puppet shows
- A classic for little ones
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and school holidays
- From 2 years
- Low-budget outing
Pony rides for the little ones">
Pony rides for the little ones
- 8 addresses in Paris (outdoor or newsstand)
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- With the little ones from about 15 months of age
- Low-budget outing
L'Aquaboulevard, with family or teenagers">
L'Aquaboulevard, with family or teenagers
- 7,000 m² of pools, giant slides, jacuzzis, series of waves...
- Every day including public holidays
- Ideal for all - from 3 years old
- At the Porte de Versailles (Paris 15th)
The pool Pailleron">
The pool Pailleron
- A swimming pool classified as a historical monument
- Open all year round
- Fun pools and a sports pool
- In the 19th
- Less than 5€ per entry (adult and child)
My mini-session, the RV cinema for 3/6 year olds">
My mini-session, the RV cinema for 3/6 year olds
- Cinema for toddlers, at very low prices
- Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday depending on the room
- in 8 cinemas in Paris and 8 cinemas in the Paris region
- 5€ per session
Pools with a small pool or paddling pool">
Pools with a small pool or paddling pool
- 14 swimming pools with small pool for children in Paris
- All information on schedules and addresses
- Ideal with toddlers
The Lab of the City of Babies">
The Lab of the City of Babies
- The new and original space for babies
- Event on December 12 - every day except Monday
- Reserved for 0 - 2 years
- At the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie (19th)
- Free on reservation
Vertical'Art : indoor climbing">
Vertical'Art : indoor climbing
- The 100% experience climbs, 100% chill!
- every day from 8 a.m. to midnight, including holidays
- For all, from 4 years old
- In the 18th
Restaurants and cafes with play areas">
Cine Kids at the Forum des Images">
Cine Kids at the Forum des Images
- a movie, a snack and animations
- every wednesday and sunday at 3 pm
- From 18 months to 8 years
- At the Forum des Images (1st)
- 4 € (the film + animation + taste)
PLAYMOBIL FunPark (in the 94)">
PLAYMOBIL FunPark (in the 94)
- A great place with children
- Open every day except December 25th and January 1st.
- Tariff : less than 7€ / adult or child
- In Fresnes (94260)
- Free for under 18 months
La Salle Momes, a cinema room for 2/14 year olds">
La Salle Momes, a cinema room for 2/14 year olds
- A colourful and playful cinema
- Everyday
- Programming for 2 - 14 year olds
- A la Villette (Paris 19th)
From the Canal Saint-Martin to the Parc de la Villette">
From the Canal Saint-Martin to the Parc de la Villette
- A park, water, animations, exhibitions...
- All year
- Family (with children and teenagers)
Sherwood Park and its 41 treetop adventure courses">
Sherwood Park and its 41 treetop adventure courses
- 41 tree climbing courses
- Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
- Between 5€ and 95€, depending on the activities
- A Viarmes (in 95)
L'Aquaboulevard, with family or teenagers">
L'Aquaboulevard, with family or teenagers
- 7,000 m² of pools, giant slides, jacuzzis, series of waves...
- Every day including public holidays
- Ideal for all - from 3 years old
- At the Porte de Versailles (Paris 15th)
Electric boat rental in Paris">
Electric boat rental in Paris
- Ideal with family or friends
- On the basin of La Villette (19th)
Boating in or near Paris">
Boating in or near Paris
- 3 lakes in Paris to go boating
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- Rental at less than 15€ for 1 hour
Pony rides for the little ones">
Pony rides for the little ones
- 8 addresses in Paris (outdoor or newsstand)
- TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- With the little ones from about 15 months of age
- Low-budget outing
The castle of Breteuil">
The castle of Breteuil
- The castle of Charles Perrault's tales
- Open every day of the year, including public holidays.
- In Choisel (in the Yvelines - 78)
- Free for children under 5
The castle of Champs-sur-Marne">
The castle of Champs-sur-Marne
- A jewel of classical architecture in the Paris Region
- Closed on Tuesday, January 1, May 1, November 1, November 11 and December 25.
- A Champs sur Marne (77)
- Free for under 18s (under 26s if EU citizen)
The visit of the Palace of Versailles">
The visit of the Palace of Versailles
- The immoderation of the castle, the splendour of the park
- Closed on Mondays + 1 January and 25 December
- In Versailles (78)
- Free for under 18s (under 26s if EU citizen)
The Domaine de Chantilly">
The Domaine de Chantilly
- Chantilly, the castle, the gardens, the horse museum...
- Open every day, including holidays
- In Chantilly (60500)
- Free for children under 7 years
The castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte">
The castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte
- One of our favorites
- Open every day until 1 November
- Costumed visits, fun activities
- In Maincy (77950)
- Free for children 6 and under
