Children's outdoor play area guide

La Tribu de bébé, a play area with children's workshops and family café, in Méré (78)

Since the end of 2024, Tribu de Bébé has opened its doors to families, with a space entirely designed by and for children and their parents, including covered play areas and a children's café.

The Eugénie Djendi garden, an unusual labyrinth garden in the 15th arrondissement

Adjacent to the Parc André Citroën, the Eugénie Djendi garden boasts architecture that's unique in Paris: it's a great place to get stuck into, to discover this beautiful green space that's almost reminiscent of a labyrinth!

Promenade Jane et Paulette Nardal: a tree-lined walk with beautiful playgrounds in the 14th arrondissement

Encroaching on Rue Didot and Rue Raymond Losserand, the Promenade Nardal is a lovely escape in the heart of Paris.

Parc de la Planchette, an urban oasis with children's play area, Levallois (92)

Right in the heart of downtown Levallois, Parc de la Planchette is a veritable oasis of greenery in an urban setting.

The playground at Place Jean Jaurès, Saint-Denis (93)

Inaugurated on March 1, 2025, Place Jean Jaurès has been given a facelift, with a new play area for children.

The Île-Saint-Denis departmental park, for a green walk along the Seine River

With its 25 hectares of lush greenery, the Parc de l'Île-Saint-Denis offers a place to unwind, just a few kilometers from the capital. Immerse yourself in this little-known park, which has all the makings of a green interlude in the Paris region.

The Anna Marly garden, a green oasis at Porte de Vanves

Situated right above the Coulée verte du sud parisien - the cycle path linking Montparnasse station to Massy (91) - and on the route of the famous Véloscénie (the cycle path linking Paris to Mont Saint-Michel), the Anna Marly garden is a beautiful oasis of nature, just a stone's throw from the Paris ring road.

Mission Forêt: the nature playground at Espace Rambouillet - our photos

In addition to its giant trampoline course in the trees, Espace Rambouillet has opened a new play area for youngsters, Mission Forêt, for fun in the great outdoors!

The Paradis des Enfants rides on the St Quentin en Yvelines leisure island!

To keep the kids entertained, head for Au Paradis des Enfants, on the leisure island of St Quentin en Yvelines. After its winter closure, the children's paradise is back with new rides: the games, rides, inflatables and Mario karting reopen for the February vacations, for moments of relaxation from €1 a ride! Paradis des Enfants remains open for all May bank holidays!

Pépites de familles, a children's playground and coffeeshop in Colombes (92)

In the inner suburbs of Paris, near Colombes, Pépites de familles aims to be a place where families with children of all ages can live together and enjoy each other's company.

Le square de la Jungle: a playground that makes you feel like you're in the heart of the savannah, in Puteaux (92).

Enter the heart of the jungle, without even leaving the outskirts of Paris: head for the magnificent Square de la Jungle and its children's playground in Puteaux, for a family break all year round!

A new playground designed by Speedy Graphito opens in Cour des Lavandières, Saint-Ouen (93)

In the new Docks district of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, several play areas for children are located in the heart of the Cour piétonne des Lavandières, including one designed by Speedy Graphito.

Square Sainte-Odile, a small wooded park with a pirate playground in the 17th arrondissement

Adjacent to the church of Sainte-Odile, known for its neo-Byzantine architecture, the eponymous square offers a bucolic stroll with, as a bonus, a beautiful playground for children.

Parc Caillebotte, the large free landscaped park that inspired Gustave Caillebotte in Yerres (91)

Just 30 minutes from the Gare de Lyon railway station, on the Yerres side of the Essonne département, Maison Caillebotte is home to one of the region's most beautiful green spaces: Parc Caillebotte, the garden that inspired the famous Impressionist painter Gustave Caillebotte.

Aretha Franklin Park, the 20th arrondissement's new green lung in the Porte de Bagnolet district

In the 20th arrondissement, just east of Paris, a park has just been inaugurated in July 2024. Located in the Python Duvernois district, on the Porte de Bagnolet side, the spot brings a new green promenade to the area.

Parc Olympe de Gouges, a garden dedicated to relaxation and sports activities in Goussainville (95)

With over 15,000 m² of greenery, Parc Olympe de Gouges is the new green lung of Goussainville (95). Shall we take you for a walk?

Carousel, trampoline, playground... 3 things to do with children in the Tuileries Gardens

Planning a trip to the Tuileries Gardens? With the whole family, even young children, it's the ideal place for a stroll or, better still, some really fun activities.

Parc de la Légion d'Honneur, a green lung a stone's throw from the Stade de France, Saint-Denis (93)

Just a few minutes' walk from the famous Stade de France or the historic Basilica of Saint-Denis, the Parc de la Légion d'Honneur is a little-known green space, yet it offers a truly exotic stroll around Saint-Denis.

The Villemin garden, a bucolic park on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin

Right next to the Canal Saint-Martin, in the 10th arrondissement, is the Jardin Villemin, a pretty, tree-lined spot with sports fields and playground.

Parc de Choisy: the green lung of Paris's 13th arrondissement and its assets

Located in the bustling 13th arrondissement of Paris, Parc de Choisy, also known as Square de Choisy, offers residents and visitors a haven of peace and greenery in the heart of Chinatown. Opened in 1937 on the site of a former gasworks, this classically inspired garden extends over 4.3 hectares and is a central feature of the neighborhood's community and cultural life. A lively sports spot, discover its assets.