Family third place

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In July, Jardin21—the festive, plant-powered community hub perched along the Ourcq Canal in the 19th arrondissement—extends the season with a rich and varied program. Take advantage of these sunny days to fully enjoy them: engaged initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session… Everything you need to escape the city without leaving Paris! Free admission.

Ayden's World, the inclusive indoor playground for all children in Asnières-sur-Seine

Le Monde d'Ayden opens its very first indoor playground in France, in Asnières-sur-Seine. A space designed for all children, including those with special needs. In short, a playground for all families, and above all, accessible to every child.

On Sème Tendrement, the warm cocoon that welcomes the young and the old in Clamart - CLOSED

It's the brand-new stroller-friendly cafe that just opened in the south of Paris: On Sème Tendrement. Described by founder Céline as a "cocooned space, like at home," it's a spot where families can attend a parenting workshop with their kids, take a fitness class, or simply have a snack, sit down, and chat. The venue has permanently closed.

Poppy, the family third-place and toy library for 0-10 years in the 17th arrondissement - CLOSED

About ten minutes from Parc Monceau, in the heart of the 17th arrondissement, Poppy for Kids welcomes parents, children, grandparents and nannies throughout the day in its open-play area, perfectly suited for little ones aged 0 to 10. The venue has permanently closed.

Môments, the family-friendly spot to spend an afternoon with the family in Versailles — permanently closed.

In a tiny street off Versailles-Chantiers station, served by the RER and Transilien networks, lies Môment's—a family concept space to retreat to, summer or winter, with children of all ages. The venue permanently closed its doors in May 2026.

Houses of the First 1,000 Days: Two Free Destinations in Paris for Young Parents and Families

To support new parents during their child's first days, Paris has opened its first 'Houses of the 1000 Days,' offering free welcome spaces in the 18th and 20th districts.

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.

Pomme, the family-friendly place for parents and children in the 19th arrondissement - DEFINITELY CLOSED

In the Laumière district, a stone's throw from the Bassin de la Villette, it's a kind of cocoon, a bubble where parents can take refuge to unwind, a caring place where children are invited to develop at their own pace: Pomme is an oasis for families, and definitely a must for the whole district. It has been permanently closed since June 1, 2025.

The gardens of La Rochefoucauld Hospital to be transformed into a "tiers-lieu" by summer 2025

The gardens of the Hôpital La Rochefoucauld, in the 14ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, are opening up to a new chapter. Closed since 2019, this site listed as a historical monument will host an ephemeral cultural third-place from summer 2025, before being fully rehabilitated by 2027.

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.

La Famila, kid-friendly café with play area and workshops, near Marne-la-Vallée (77)

In Montévrain, not far from Vallée Village, Famila Café welcomes families and children all week long to its attractive café area.

Petite Forêt, the children's café with workshops and play area, in the 8th arrondissement

It's a café that every mom in Paris should know the address of. Petite Forêt opened in July 2021 in the Beaujon district of the 8th arrondissement, offering a family-friendly space with café, workshops and a small play area.

La picorette, a toy store and intergenerational café with play area, in Raincy (93)

It's one of the HQs (headquarters, editor's note) for families, children, neighbors and even passers-by in Raincy: la picorette is a hybrid concept, designed for young and old alike, like a living space for all.

Petit Nuage, the kid-friendly concept and playground for children aged 0 to 10, in Saint-Ouen, France

In Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, Petit Nuage welcomes young and old alike, aged 0 to 10 (accompanied by an adult), to have fun, wake up and play in the indoor play area.

Michpocha, the new family concept and children's playground in the 17th arrondissement

Rue Ampère, not far from Parc Monceau in the 17th arrondissement, visit number 37 to discover michpocha, a family concept where children and families are welcome to share activities, a play area or even mini summer camps.

Rosechou, the café-boutique that boosts parents' morale in Issy-les-Moulineaux - permanently closed

Rosechou is the place where moms, dads and all parents-to-be can come to recharge their batteries with their newborns. With a wide range of workshops to help the little ones get off to a good start and support their parents, the place also offers a café and a boutique. In short, it's a family concept that has everything to please young and future parents! The place has closed for good.

TRIBU, the recreational café for families in the 9th arrondissement

Located on rue du Faubourg Poissonnière, TRIBU is a kid-friendly venue in the 9th arrondissement, with a great program of activities for young and old all week long!

ÔTIPI Saint-Placide, the family-friendly toy store in the 6th arrondissement of Paris

ÔTIPI, the must-visit neighborhood toy store in the 15th arrondissement, is expanding and will open a new address in September 2023, in the Saint-Placide district (6th).

Moi & Mes enfants, the one-stop shop for single-parent families, opens a new address in the 15th arrondissement.

After supporting, accompanying and helping single-parent families from its one-stop shop in the 13th arrondissement, Moi & Mes enfants is opening a new address, this time in the 15th arrondissement.

Playdate, the children's play area in Paris

With three locations in the capital and its inner suburbs, Playdate is the kid-friendly place to be, with children's activities and free play sessions for kids aged 0 to 5.