The suburbs close to Paris, particularly to the east of the city, are packed with great cultural venues and vast green spaces, particularly suited to families looking for a variety of outings for toddlers, children and teenagers. The towns of Bagnolet, Montreuil and Pantin, all located in the Seine-Saint-Denis département, are often quieter than the heart of the capital, and are great places to spend a day or a few hours east of Paris.
Bagnolet, with its local artistic initiatives, attracts families looking for artistic activities and workshops. It's also a great place to spend part of a weekend in the open air, as you stroll through the city.
In Montreuil, the city sometimes nicknamed the "city of painted walls" because of its street art frescoes, there are several large parks, ideal for a picnic in fine weather or a stroll throughout the year, great places to eat on the go or even events organized to coincide with the city's major festivals!
Romainville is famous for its large Parc de la Sapinière, home to the remains of the town's fort, as well as the large TDF tower overlooking the town and the entire landscape north-east of Paris. For a green family outing, it's also an opportunity to discover a lovely panorama of the whole city from the Corniche du Fort.
Pantin, located along the Canal de l'Ourcq, is the ideal place for family outings, cycling or canoeing, when the weather's right. The banks of the canal are regularly transformed into a place of festivities, with water sports activities, concerts and open-air cinemas for all ages, with a peak of activity every summer during theÉté du Canal and Paris Plages.
Accessible by public transport (notably the metro and tramway), each of these towns offers a quieter setting than the capital and great activities for all ages: are we planning a little trip next weekend to Pantin, Bagnolet and Montreuil?
Le Sample, a third-party cultural and party venue in Bagnolet (93)
East of Paris, on the outskirts of Paris, Sample sets the pace for Bagnolet's cultural life, with numerous festive events and family activities throughout the year. [Read more]
Parc Jean Moulin les Guilands, the large green space between Bagnolet and Montreuil
To the east of Paris, in the towns of Montreuil and Bagnolet, the Parc Jean Moulin les Guilands brings together two originally separate green spaces: the Parc Communal des Guilands in Montreuil and the Parc Départemental Jean Moulin in Bagnolet, for a lovely green stroll in this part of the region. [Read more]
Josette and Maurice Audin Park, the public garden of a 19th-century manor house in Bagnolet (93)
Originally the private garden of a 19th-century manor house, the Josette et Maurice Audin park is now one of Bagnolet's public parks, and the manor house, still visible, is proof of this. [Read more]
JEMA 2026: Discover the Secrets of Analog Photography Behind the Scenes at Studio Boissière
Take advantage of the European Days of Artistic Crafts to discover more about analog photography at the historic Studio Boissière, the oldest photography studio in Seine-Saint-Denis, on April 11 and 12, 2026. [Read more]
IT Battle 2026: A free-breaking dance competition to watch at Rosny 2 and Montreuil
On February 8, 2026, Westfield Rosny 2 shopping center will come alive with the buzz of the IT Battle, hosting a day of free qualifying rounds for the upcoming world-breaking finals. Visitors can enjoy intense battles and live DJ sets, giving a preview of the sport’s top talent before the big showdown set to take place in Montreuil this April. [Read more]
An immersive dinosaur exhibition featuring giant LEGO creations at Paris Montreuil Expo — our photos
Watch out for the dinosaurs, they're invading Paris Montreuil Expo from December 20, 2025, to May 3, 2026, during a LEGO Jurassic World exhibition by "The Brickman." Nearly fifteen brick dinosaurs, immersive sets, and family activities await you there. [Read more]
Baiman's Cake: pastry shop, tea room and gourmet workshops in Montreuil
Baiman's Cake is Montreuil's new gourmet spot, combining an artisanal patisserie, a spacious and convivial tea room and even a large workshop where you can learn to make your own cakes and pastries in carefully designed workshops. A gourmet and enriching address to discover. [Read more]
Parc de la Sapinière, an island of greenery in Romainville (93)
In Romainville, just east of Paris, nestles a green space ideal for city walks, jogging or picnicking in the open air in fine weather. [Read more]
Royal Kids, indoor playground for children, Montreuil (93)
If you're looking for a place to jump, run, climb, slide... with the family for an afternoon, you've probably already heard of indoor playgrounds. In Montreuil, the city's Royal Kids is the place to be for an hour of fun in a truly playful space. [Read more]
Parc Montreau, one of the oldest landscaped parks in the Paris region, in Montreuil (93)
During a walk in Montreuil, discover the Parc Montreau, a huge 15-hectare park where you can enjoy a stroll all year round, as well as an outdoor picnic in fine weather. [Read more]
Montreuil: discover the Parc des Beaumonts and its breathtaking view over Paris
East of Paris, the town of Montreuil boasts a number of green spaces, perfect for a stroll, a picnic in the sun or a jog: discover the largest of them all, the Parc des Beaumonts. [Read more]
The Murs à Pêches swimming pool in Montreuil: an ecological facility with waterslides
The Murs à Pêches swimming pool in Montreuil is a must-see for swimmers in search of good swimming spots. Located on the outskirts of Paris, it features a large indoor pool, an outdoor pool for sunny days and, as an added bonus, family-friendly slides! [Read more]
L'Île Robinson, an indoor playground for castaways in Montreuil
Rain or shine, you don't know where to go to let off steam with the family? If you're in the mood for adventure, Robinson's Island welcomes young and old alike to its immersive play area in Montreuil, just outside Paris. [Read more]
The Corniche des Forts leisure park (93), the leisure island to discover in Seine-Saint-Denis
The Corniche des Forts leisure park in Seine-Saint-Denis offers a wide range of activities all year round. A beautiful 30-hectare green space to relax and take a breath of fresh air, for a successful day out with family or friends. [Read more]
Fe.Mè, the DIY studio and gourmet coffeeshop in Romainville (93)
On Rue Carnot, in Romainville (93), a colorful window distinguishes Fe.Mè from the rest of the street: pink, blue, balls and other DIY kits already announce the program: people come here for a creative workshop, a knitting café, to stock up as in a haberdashery, or simply to drink a comforting hot drink in the coffeeshop. [Read more]
Sand Fabrik, the indoor beach for beach volleyball fans, in Pantin
Head to Pantin to get your feet in the sand and try your hand at beach volleyball at Sand Fabrik, the indoor beach that also has a bar and restaurant, for a great sporting experience! [Read more]
