Activité insolite enfant famille guide - activities

Paris under the stars, back in Paris parks this summer 2023

Paris under the stars returns from July 8 to September 9, 2023. In partnership with the Association Française d'Astronomie, the Mairie de Paris is organizing stargazing evenings from 9pm to 1am in various Paris parks and gardens. Free of charge and with no registration required, all you have to do is turn up to take advantage of the association's telescopes.

Beauty and the Beast, the new sound and light show at the Château des Cèdres in Montfermeil

In the Seine-Saint-Denis department, northwest of Paris, the town of Montfermeil is set to host a brand new sound and light show based on one of the most famous children's fairy tales: Beauty and the Beast.

The dens at Thoiry Zoo, the unusual experience of sleeping with bears

Would you like to spend a night among the animals in their dens? If you too have always dreamed of living this adventure (or offering it to your children, grandchildren...), it's possible at Thoiry Zoo in the Yvelines, by spending the night in a den close to the animals, without disturbing them. Would you like to join us?

Biennale Multitude: come and take part in the world's largest table from Saint-Ouen to Saint-Denis

The World's Biggest Table returns to Saint-Denis this Sunday, July 2, 2023. From the Mairie de Saint-Ouen to the Basilica of Saint-Denis, come and take part in this festive record-breaking event, open to all, and all in good spirits!

Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris

The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C.

Kids' Color Games, sports activities for children with color throwing in Meudon-la-forêt

On Sunday, June 18, 2023, go to Meudon-la-forêt, in the park of Tronchet all afternoon to participate in all kinds of activities and sporting and creative challenges for the little ones and the older ones. Get ready for strength and agility tests... what a great way to spend a crazy afternoon with your family!

Unusual: a visit to the apiaries of the Parc André Citroën, this Sunday, May 14, 2023

Did you know that? The André Citroën park does not have a farm with animals, or a stable with ponies, but another type of animal, slightly smaller: bees. And yes, there are beehives in this green place and we propose you a visit this Sunday, May 14, 2023.

A guided tour around the manga universe, during the Easter vacations with children

Are your children fans of manga? Then take them to the Sainte-Anne district for a guided tour around Japanese culture during 1h30. Take your seats, we're leaving for Japan!

An unusual visit of the Chinese district in the 13th in family

Immersion guaranteed in the land of the Forbidden City during this guided tour to know everything about the Chinatown of Olympiades, in the 13th district. Discover the Chinese culture and the secrets of the largest Chinese district in Europe with your family and your children from 5 to 12 years old!

The dome of Galeries Lafayette transformed into a rainbow with the work of Kimsooja

To Breathe is the name of the installation by Korean artist Kimsooja, which will be installed on the dome of the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann from April 14 to June 30, 2023. Dive into the in-between of the dome, the time of an immersive visit, in free or guided tours.

Unusual: A flock of sheep in transhumance at La Villette, Saturday, March 25, 2023

It is an animation that we are not used to see in Paris and yet, it promises a really unusual day, on the side of the 19th district, in the park of La Villette. A flock of 40 sheep will arrive in the park this Saturday, March 25, 2023, with a whole day of free animations on the program!

Wave In Paris: Indoor surfing in Paris!

How about surfing in the heart of Paris? The first indoor static wave sports complex awaits you in the capital's 15th arrondissement. A unique new venue, where you can experience unprecedented sliding sensations on flowboard and bodyboard boards, a mix of surf, snowboard and skateboard.

Roadmap, the confidential street-art exhibition of Colors Festival is back and gets bigger

While waiting for the return of the Colors Festival, the team relaunches Roadmap in a larger format, this confidential exhibition which presents 32 street-artists investing several apartments of Saint-Germain-des-Près, Paris 6th, from March 18 to April 16, 2023. Feel like an unusual visit?

The Moulin Jaune and its remarkable gardens

Slava the Clown's Yellow Mill is an incredible place to discover. With its remarkable Alice in Wonderland-style garden, it's a unique spot that's a must-see. Please note, however, that it is only open for special events by prior arrangement.

A gourmet family cruise on the Seine, to get into carnival mode

During the vacations, embark with your family for a commented cruise (with snacks included) on the Seine and the Canal St Martin. Carnival obliges, feathers, boas and masks are part of this original outing to do with young and old!

Aerokart Argenteuil, an unusual spot with giant karting, indoor skydiving and laser game

For thrill-seekers in Argenteuil, Aerokart is an unusual spot guaranteed to get your adrenalin pumping. On the program: freefall in a wind tunnel, virtual reality laser game, escape game, not forgetting the giant indoor karting track.

Cancellation: the skating rink perched on the roof of the Tour Montparnasse will not be returning after all

The Paris Montparnasse Observatory has announced in a press release that Paris's highest skating rink will not be returning to the top of the Tour Montparnasse after all. The statement cited "reasons beyond the control" of the Observatoire.

February-March 2023 vacations at the Aquarium de la Porte Dorée

During the February vacations 2023, go to the Aquarium of the Palais de la Porte Dorée to discover new fish, admire the rays swimming or participate in a guided tour or a creative workshop!

An immersive dive with the whales at the Tropical Aquarium of the Palais de la porte dorée

Want an immersive visit with your family? Go to the aquarium of the Palais de la Porte Dorée to virtually swim with the whales and discover the hundreds of animal species present in the tanks.

Go skating with your family at Pavillon de l’Arsenal for the Holidays 2022

Winter means it is skating rink season! There is a lot of them in Paris, and the most extraordinary of them all is the Pavillon de l’Arsenal rink in the 4th arrondissement.