The suburbs near Paris, with their towns in the southern suburbs, such as Sèvres, Boulogne-Billancourt, Saint-Cloud and Meudon, offer an ideal setting for family outings combining nature, culture and heritage... With ideas for toddlers, children and teenagers alike.
In Sèvres, the Musée National de Céramique and its fascinating collection of porcelain, earthenware... is a must-see. There are also creative workshops for children, introducing them to the art of pottery in a fun and educational setting.
Boulogne-Billancourt, famous for its Parc de Saint-Cloud and its inimitable view of Paris (and its Eiffel Tower), is also particularly well-suited to family outings, with the magnificent Albert Kahn gardens adjoining the eponymous museum.
Saint-Cloud, with its Domaine National of vast formal gardens, also hosts family-friendly cultural events and festivals,
Meudon is famous for its eponymous forest, a natural area conducive to exploration and outdoor adventure. In addition to the hikes and bike rides on offer, the forest is now home to Hangar Y, a cultural and family venue housed in a former airship hangar in the heart of the forest.
Located on the outskirts of Paris and served by the metro, these towns have everything it takes to cater for a family audience: are we planning a little trip to the area soon?
The 2025 Christmas Market in Boulogne-Billancourt (92) and its enchanting animations
The Boulogne-Billancourt Christmas Market returns to the Grand'Place from November 26 to December 24, 2025, to the delight of young and old alike. On the program? Crafts, entertainment and photos with Santa Claus... This year, the whole family can enjoy the festive season! [Read more]
The Musée Albert-Kahn and its garden, an exceptional green setting at the gateway to Paris
The Musée Albert Kahn, with its sublime gardens, is a must-see. Imagined as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery. [Read more]
The Musée Albert-Kahn: temporary exhibitions and unusual gardens
Sponsored - The Musée Départemental Albert-Kahn and its garden reflect Albert Kahn's humanist ideal of fraternity between peoples. Explore the Archives de la Planète and meet cultures from all over the world, discover the photographic and cinematographic techniques of the early 20th century, and admire the botanical wealth of the heritage garden.
Temporary exhibitions, creations by contemporary artists and special family offers complete this rich itinerary. [Read more]
Marin d'eau douce, no-licence boats for hire for a bucolic trip from Boulogne to Issy (92)
Fancy a boat trip? What's more, this time you'll be able to wear the captain's hat, as Marin d'eau douce offers you the chance to rent a boat without a license, for a trip of two hours or more! [Read more]
Great deal: musical workshops for children at La Seine Musicale!
Sponsored - Did you know? The Département des Hauts-de-Seine is offering low-cost workshops for children aged 4 and over, for families and school outings, on sound processing, sound design and artificial intelligence, in partnership with Ircam-Centre Pompidou. BOOK NOW! [Read more]
The Boulogne-Billancourt (92) Olympic skating rink, for a skating session just outside Paris
Just a stone's throw from the Marcel Sembat metro station (line 9 towards Pont de Sèvres), the Boulogne-Billancourt skating rink is located in the Parc des Glacières. With its family-friendly, sporting and festive program, it's the place to be for ice skating in Boulogne: [Read more]
Brunch with children's entertainment at Le Parchamp Boulogne
The Hotel Parchamp in Boulogne-Billancourt, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, is offering its new Levantine brunch on Sunday, September 10, 2023, with a bonus of entertainment for toddlers! [Read more]
Musée départemental Albert-Kahn: the travel and photography collection
Head to the Albert-Kahn Museum to discover its newly renovated spaces. An opportunity to discover the new setting in which the philanthropist's collections are exhibited. [Read more]
Le Corbusier in Boulogne: visit the apartment-studio of the famous French architect
The Fondation Le Corbusier offers unique tours of the famous French architect's apartment-studio, located in the Molitor building on the Boulogne-Paris border, to perpetuate the eternal influence of this visionary genius. [Read more]
The Japanese garden at Parc Edmond de Rothschild in Boulogne
Head for Boulogne-Billancourt to discover the Japanese garden of the Parc de Boulogne, the park of the ruined Château Buchillot, once owned by Edmond de Rothschild. With its waterways, pine trees, maple trees and emblematic red bridges, it's a beautiful, soothing discovery to be made just outside Paris. [Read more]
Did you know? There is another Rodin Museum ... and it's hidden away in Meudon, in the heart of the 92 region!
Just a stone's throw from Paris, there's another Rodin museum just around the corner... and it's no Plan B! Nestled in Meudon, in a verdant setting in the Hauts-de-Seine department (92), this confidential site plunges you into the world of the sculptor with striking authenticity. House, workshop, park... everything you need to rediscover Rodin in a different way - free of charge, without reservation and in the heart of nature, every weekend until the end of September. [Read more]
Horizon, experiences of matter: a sensory and playful exhibition at the JAD
Sponsored - The JAD - Jardin des métiers d'Art et du Design (Garden of Arts and Design) invites the public to a unique experience with Horizon - expériences de la matière (Horizon - experiences of matter), an exhibition conceived by designer Véronique Maire. At the crossroads of design and craftsmanship, this exhibition offers a journey into the heart of living things and natural materials. An immersion in nature, creation, and innovation! [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2025: a mysterious theatrical tour at the Maison des Jardies
For the 2025 Christmas holidays, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering original tours for the whole family from January 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the Contes et Histoires event organized by Monuments Nationaux. Reserve your spots now. [Read more]
Cyril Huet Pâtisserie: the gourmet spot that won two awards in the Hauts-de-Seine
Opened in 2020 in Sèvres in the Hauts-de-Seine, Cyril Huet's pastry shop is attracting more and more sweet tooths, from the surrounding area but also from Paris. It must be said that the gourmet spot has received two awards in the space of only three months! [Read more]
Rock en Seine 2026: Tyler, The Creator joins the line-up
Rock en Seine has (already) announced its return to the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud! In 2026, the Parisian festival will be back with five days of concerts and festivities on Wednesday, August 26, Thursday, August 27, Friday, August 28, Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30. On the program? The Cure, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, and Tyler, The Creator, as well as Deftones, Turnstile, Franz Ferdinand, Interpol, Amyl and The Sniffers, and The Black Keys. [Read more]
Lumières en Seine 2025-2026 at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud: we tested the new light trail
The Domaine National de Saint-Cloud will host Lumières en Seine from November 14, 2025, to January 11, 2026. This 2-kilometer illuminated trail features light and music installations for a magical nighttime stroll in the Hauts-de-Seine department. [Read more]
Contes et Histoires 2025: take a trip around the world of storytelling at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud
Through the 2025 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud invites young and old alike to discover new cultures during the Christmas holidays! Here is the program of events awaiting you from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026. [Read more]
The Domaine de Saint Cloud, a huge park with many fountains near Paris
The Domaine de Saint-Cloud is the magnificent park of the now-defunct Château de Saint-Cloud. Even today, this magical place remains synonymous with festivities in the daily lives of local residents and Paris lovers alike. This historic 460-hectare park, classified as a Remarkable Garden, offers a variety of events throughout the year. [Read more]
An unusual place to discover: the Passerelle de l'Avre in Saint-Cloud, with its view of the Eiffel Tower.
Looking for an unusual walk with an original view of the Eiffel Tower? Head for the heights of Saint-Cloud, just outside Paris, on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne, to discover the Passerelle de l'Avre. It's a beautiful construction, thanks in part to Gustave Eiffel! [Read more]
Kids friendly Sunday lunches at Quai Ouest, the pretty brasserie on the Seine
Just along the Seine from Paris, on the Saint-Cloud coast, nestles a lovely terrace to be enjoyed summer and winter alike, with or without children. It's Quai Ouest, a kid-friendly restaurant where you can enjoy Sunday lunch with the family. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From April 2, 2024 to December 31, 2028
