These spring break always puts us in a good mood: the days are getting longer, the sun is shining, and we have time to enjoy special moments with the kids... Speaking of which: what are your plans for the holidays, from Saturday, April 18th to Sunday, May 3rd, 2026? If you haven't organized anything yet, you're in the right place: we've got one or two fun exhibitions to recommend!
You may be thinking that dragging your children to a museum is more torture than a family outing. But that's because you don't know the capital's cultural hot spots. Trust us: by following our guide to family-friendly exhibitions, your kids will soon be hooked on museums and art galleries!
Our secret? Playful exhibits , incredible educational experiences and immersive scenographies that give us exceptional thrills.
But enough blah-blah: here, as promised, is the selection of exhibitions to discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region, to fill the days of children and parents with wonder during the Easter vacations!
Passion for Japan: Exhibition, immersive installations, and Japanese street food at La Villette in Paris
Craving a trip to Japan without leaving Paris? From March 19 to August 23, 2026, Passion Japon transports you from the timeless streets of Kyoto and the bustling energy of Tokyo to serene Zen gardens—all set inside the Espace Chapiteaux at La Villette. Samurais, tea ceremonies, manga, fashion, and cuisine come to life in an immersive exhibition that awakens all your senses. [Read more]
The Legend of the Titanic: An immersive exhibit featuring virtual reality and period artifacts at La Villette
Starting March 31, 2026, La Villette will host an immersive, 3,000-square-meter exhibition dedicated to the Titanic. Visitors can explore a rich collection of historic artifacts, step into reconstructions of the ship’s salons, and experience virtual reality adventures — all designed to bring the legendary voyage of the ocean liner as close as possible to the passengers who lived it. [Read more]
Le Paradox Museum Paris unveils five new immersive experiences alongside a Hans & Gretel Café
Paradox Museum offers nearly a hundred immersive experiences—from trompe-l'œil illusions and optical tricks to sensory overhauls—that await visitors in Paris. Get ready to be tricked and to snap surreal photos. Five new interactive installations have just been added to the journey, making it the perfect time to challenge your senses! And as a bonus, a brand-new, ultra-delicious café, Hans & Gretel, is ready to tempt you. [Read more]
Fables Immersives: an immersive journey to the heart of La Fontaine's Fables near the Champs-Elysées
An immersive experience that brings Jean de La Fontaine's famous fables to life, that's the promise of "Fables Immersives". This cultural journey awaits us from September 6, 2025, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, not far from the famous Champs-Elysées avenue. [Read more]
Les derniers remparts, Carcassonne 1304: an immersive expedition at Bercy Village
Travel back in time and experience history differently with Les derniers remparts, Carcassonne 1304, a virtual reality experience from Excurio, in partnership with the Centre des Monuments nationaux. Available at Eclipso in Bercy Village from April 4, 2025. [Read more]
La Cité de l'Histoire, our test of the immersive French History experience at La Défense
Ready to plunge into the great History of France? The first Cité de l'Histoire is opening its doors in La Défense's Grande Arche, with a fun, immersive tour of our shared past. [Read more]
The Cité de l'Histoire: a fun way for families to discover history
Sponsored - Plunge into the heart of the most fascinating periods in human history with immersive shows and technological animations that will delight young and old alike. Relive the great moments of the past, meet the emblematic figures of French history and create unforgettable memories together! Three main animations await you, in a space entirely designed for family amazement, offering a journey through the most emotionally rich eras. [Read more]
L'Astrolabe: discover space in virtual reality at the headquarters of the European Space Agency
Have you always dreamed of visiting space? At the headquarters of the European Space Agency, a new space has just opened for the general public, allowing you to discover the ISS in virtual reality and learn more about what surrounds us! [Read more]
The Musée de l'Illusion in Paris: a multi-sensory journey that will make you lose your head!
The Musée de l'Illusion awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, in the Châtelet les Halles district. Come with friends or family for a unique and exciting experience! Immerse yourself in a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down... A multi-sensory visit that's a must. [Read more]
Renoir and Love: A Landmark Retrospective at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris – Reviews and Photos
When love becomes light, Renoir turns it into art. With the exhibition "Renoir et l'amour" (March 17 - July 19, 2026), the Musée d'Orsay brings together his major masterpieces for a retrospective as modern as it is tender, in collaboration with the National Gallery in London and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. [Read more]
Pop Art Car: Renault®’s New Free Exhibition on the Champs-Élysées
Sponsored - From March 4 to June 9, 2026, the Renault® display on the Champs-Élysées will host Pop Art Car, a free exhibition blending Pop Art, Street Art, and automobiles. Expect stunning show-cars, exclusive artworks, and live performances right in the heart of Paris. As part of this major cultural and artistic event, the car transforms into a pop motif, an object of interpretation, and a source of inspiration. [Read more]
Renoir the Draftsman: the inaugural exhibition showcasing Renoir's drawings at the Musée d'Orsay – reviews & photos
And what if Renoir had achieved more than just color? From March 17 to July 5, 2026, the Musée d'Orsay unveils Renoir Dessinateur, the first exhibition entirely devoted to his works on paper. A spotlight on the stroke of a master too long confined to his palette, through some one hundred drawings, sketches, studies and watercolors from around the world. [Read more]
Admire them all: the Pokémon tribute exhibition at the Musée en Herbe.
The Musée en Herbe is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with an exhibition that’s both creative and playful, opening to the public starting April 16, 2026. [Read more]
A model of the Grand Palais made from building blocks on display for free
After being assembled live in front of an audience during the winter holidays of 2026, come and admire the LEGO replica of the Grand Palais — completely built with LEGO bricks — free of charge! [Read more]
Anima Mundi: a free exhibit immerses visitors in a fantastical world at Ladoucette Castle
Artist Astrid de Geuser invites us into her Cabinet of Curiosities with her exhibition Anima Mundi, open to the public free of charge from February 21 to April 26, 2026, at Château de Ladoucette in Drancy. [Read more]
Spring Drawing Festival 2026 at Villa Savoye: a fun introduction to sketching during the holidays
Explore the world of drawing at the Villa Savoye with a special workshop held in honor of the Spring of Drawing, taking place on April 25 and 26, 2026. [Read more]
Spring Drawing Festival 2026: Introductory Drawing Workshops at Château de Vincennes
Discover the art of drawing with a pencil in hand through engaging activities at Château de Vincennes, part of the Spring Drawing Festival, taking place on March 28th, April 24th, and 25th, 2026. [Read more]
ZEUS, the iconic metal horse from the Olympics, on display for free at the Museum of Arts and Crafts in Paris
Zeus, the mechanical horse from the Olympic Games that captured everyone's hearts, has now arrived at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris. The towering steel colossus is open to the public free of charge from December 17, 2025, to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]
The Masters of Fire: The National Museum of Archaeology’s Extended Historical Exhibit
The National Archaeological Museum takes us back to the Bronze Age to explore the "Masters of Fire" in an engaging educational exhibition running from June 13, 2025, to June 15, 2026. [Read more]
Clovis’s World: The Interactive Exhibition Where You’re the Hero at the Val d’Oise Archaeological Museum
The Val d'Oise Archaeological Museum invites you to step into a historic journey — an interactive adventure where you become the hero, tracing the footsteps of King Clovis. Running from February 14 to November 1, 2026, this immersive and highly engaging exhibition promises an unforgettable experience. [Read more]
Eggstraordinary: chocolatiers and artists celebrate the egg in an exhibition at the Joseph Gallery
Here's a unique exhibition to explore this Easter season. From April 3 to May 3, 2026, at the Joseph Gallery, master pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and artists come together to celebrate the egg and its symbols through the free event Eggxtraordinaire. [Read more]
FOREVER: The Free Exhibition Curated by Maurizio Cattelan at Galeries Lafayette
FOR ETERNITY, outside the walls of the exhibition Sunday Without End, brings contemporary art from the Centre Pompidou-Metz into the heart of Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. Conceived by Maurizio Cattelan and Chiara Parisi, this innovative route features sculptures, photographs, and sound installations spread across the dome, the staircases, and the terrace, turning the flagship department store into a vibrant, living gallery. From March 10 to April 27, 2026, visitors are invited to explore freely a collection of significant works by Gloria Friedmann, Birgit Jürgenssen, Christodoulos Panayiotou, and Lawrence Weiner. [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]
Calder. Dreaming in Equilibrium: The Retrospective Exhibition of the Sculptor at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
For its upcoming exhibition, the Fondation Louis Vuitton will celebrate Alexander Calder with "Calder. Dreaming in Equilibrium" a remarkable retrospective running from April 15 to August 16, 2026. The show will feature nearly 300 works, including mobiles, stabile sculptures, and jewelry brought to life. In the striking architectural spaces designed by Frank Gehry, art will no longer be static... it will pulsate, sway, and dream gracefully in perfect balance. [Read more]
Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the New Free Exhibition at the 19M Gallery
Beyond Our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to April 26, 2026, the Galerie du 19M showcases French artisans alongside Japanese creators, weaving their stories together. After captivating 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, this exhibition offers a journey where tradition and innovation intersect in every detail. Embroideries, molds, feathers, and metals become bridges connecting different cultures and craftsmanship. [Read more]
Cling! Comics speak cash: the Monnaie de Paris dives into comics with a unique exhibition
The Monnaie de Paris is exploring money in comics with a unique exhibition entitled Cling! Comics talk cash. On display from April 10 to September 6, 2026. [Read more]
Machine arrière #2, the typewriter: the retro exhibition at the Cité des Sciences - our photos
From November 25, 2025, the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie will be showcasing the typewriter in its "Machine arrière" series. A historical and audio immersion between technical innovations and social struggles. [Read more]
Border at the City of Science: An exhibition exploring borders around the world
In Paris, the Cité des sciences et de l’industrie is hosting "Frontière," an exhibition open from April 14, 2026, to January 2, 2028. Through ten real-world scenarios from around the globe, this immersive experience examines the concept of borders from geographic, social, political, and artistic perspectives. Designed for visitors aged 12 and up, the exhibit aims to shed light on the lines that divide, the crossing points, and the tensions shaping our modern world. [Read more]
Jardiner: an exhibition at the heart of nature at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
Reconnect with nature and enjoy an exhibition that stimulates all our senses at the Cité des Sciences: from October 14, 2025 to July 12, 2026, take a stroll through the "Jardiner" exhibition. [Read more]
Dogs and cats: the Cité des Sciences exhibition reveals the secrets of your favorite animals
We love them a little, a lot, madly... But do we really know them? The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie presents a major exhibition on dogs and cats, from February 18, 2025, to June 28, 2026. [Read more]
Danser: a fun, interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Cité des Sciences
The Cité des Sciences activates "dance" mode with its brand new immersive exhibition, Danser, on view from July 2, 2024 to June 28, 2026. [Read more]
And for more ideas for family outings during the vacations, you can always consult our dedicated guide.
Easter Holidays 2026: What to do with Kids in Springtime in Paris and Île-de-France
Spring Break or Easter Holidays return to Paris and Île-de-France from April 18 to May 3, 2026! Whether it's walks, amusement parks, adventure courses, exhibitions, shows, or movies... Sortiraparis shares the best tips to entertain and inspire your children during the holiday break between April and May. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From April 18, 2026 to May 3, 2026
Easter Holidays 2026: What to do with Kids in Springtime in Paris and Île-de-France
