What to do with children - activities

Jardin21: a green, festive and family-friendly wasteland along the Canal de l'Ourcq

Along the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, between Pantin and de la Villette, Jardin21 is the spot not to be missed this summer. DJ sets on Wednesdays, dance parties on Thursdays, children's workshops on Saturdays and Sundays... there's no doubt that everyone is welcome at Jardin 21: families with baby carriages, party-goers looking for a good bass, teenagers!

7 unusual things to do in Paris during the 2024 Olympic Games

This summer, Paris will be shining with the Olympic and Paralympic Games for several weeks. Would you like to discover Paris in a different way? Cultival, an agency specializing in out-of-the-ordinary activities, has put together a selection of the best outings that remain accessible throughout the duration of the games! Get ready to discover dazzling shows, immersive games and iconic venues that will make your Parisian summer unforgettable. Just follow the guide!

What to do with children in Yvelines? Our ideas for family outings in the 78

Known for its wide open spaces as well as its castles, the Yvelines department is a favorite territory for families and children. Looking for ideas for outings in the area? Discover our favorite spots in the département.

Summer activities at the Musée de la Grande Guerre

Come to the museum all summer long for activities for young and old!

La Fête des Loges 2024, the funfair returns to Saint-Germain en Laye - 78

The Fête des Loges is back from June 28 to August 18, 2024 in the beautiful forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye in the Yvelines. For over 300 years, thrill rides, merry-go-rounds, shows and water games have been waiting for young and old alike, just 20 minutes from Paris, in a beautiful setting accessible by public transport!

La Cité Fert'CHILL: a free leisure center for the whole family at La Cité Fertile this summer

Adventure park, children's beach, treasure hunt and sports fields - there's plenty to keep the whole family busy this summer! La Cité Fertile transforms itself into a leisure park from June 8, and the best part is, it's free!

Kiosks celebrate the Games with free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. For this special year, the kiosks are getting into the spirit of the Olympic Games, with a rich program of free events. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat!

10 must-visit parks and gardens in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in April

In April, the flowering season is in full swing. Here are 10 must-see parks and gardens in and around Paris in April, featuring wisteria, iris, azaleas and rhododendrons to delight flower lovers.

Jurassic Island: dinosaurs arrive in a new VR attraction at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

Jurassic Island invades the Jardin d'Acclimatation, offering an immersive VR experience at the heart of the dinosaur age. Join the team of intrepid paleontologists under the dome of the amusement park in Paris's 16th arrondissement, and prepare for an epic encounter with the most fearsome predators that have ever existed!

A Sunday with the family in Mexico, at the Musée du Quai Branly, April 21

Come and spend a family Sunday at the Musée du Quai Branly, this Sunday, April 21, 2024. To attract children and help them discover the arts and cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas, the museum is offering workshops, tours and story readings all afternoon... A great outing for young and old alike!

A weekend of free events around the Olympics at Étang la Ville in the Yvelines department

L'Étang la Ville comes alive with the Olympic Games this weekend, from March 30 to April 1, 2024. Enjoy a host of free events open to all.

La Fête des Tulipes 2024, the free, flower-filled event not to be missed in Saint-Denis (93)

The Tulip Festival is back on the weekend of April 20 and 21, 2024, at the Parc de la Légion d'Honneur in Saint Denis for another edition of the event! The program includes events, workshops, concerts and shows for young and old, all free of charge and open to all.

Salon de l'Agriculture pour les enfants 2024, les bons plans

The Salon de l'Agriculture returns to Paris from February 24 to March 3, 2024. A not-to-be-missed event for families, this gathering of goats, sheep, rabbits and animals of all kinds also offers a wealth of entertainment for children.

Run for the rhinos at the Paris Zoo... with the Paris Zoo Run 2024

The Paris Zoological Park is offering a field day for all on September 22, 2024. Between the Paris Zoo Run, the Choupi Run for toddlers (2-5 years) and the Crazy run for older children (6-10 years), come and run at the zoo with your family or friends, to protect the rhinos.

2023 retrospective: the editors' favorite places and concepts to discover with the whole family

As 2023 draws to a close, it's time to take stock: for us too, which is why we've put together a selection of our favorite places, concepts and outings that we've loved discovering throughout the year.

The Musée de l'Illusion, one of the best family outings on vacation in Paris

The famous Musée de l'Illusion awaits you during the Christmas vacations for a unique and exciting experience, with family or friends! You'll plunge into a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down thanks to 70 illusions, each more intriguing and amusing than the last... A multi-sensory visit that's a must!

Interactive investigations at the Château de Fontainebleau: an adventure for families

The Château de Fontainebleau is launching special children's tour-investigations. Take part during the All Saints' vacation and every Sunday thereafter.

Fête de la Science 2023: free family activities at the Natural History Museum

The Fête de la Science, from October 6 to 16, 2023, offers workshops, mini-conferences, demonstrations and even the chance to watch a live science TV show, free of charge for all ages from 4 upwards.

Janvry, a picturesque village with a free wildlife park and events in the Chevreuse Valley

Nestled in the heart of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse in the Regional Nature Park, Janvry in Essonne is an undiscovered nugget. With its farmland and heritage, including the Louis XIII-style château and the church of Notre Dame du Mont Carmel, this village of 600 inhabitants knows how to surprise its visitors. In fact, to everyone's surprise, it offers a free animal park and great events all year round.

La Ferme de Grignon (78), a free cow and sheep farm visit

In the heart of the Versailles plain, the town of Grignon boasts a huge farm with over 200 dairy cows, 600 ewes, 400 hectares of crops and a dairy. The good news is that the site is open to the public: put on your good shoes and let's go and discover this farm in the Yvelines!