Dossier «Paris sur mesure» / Paris famille Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de Paris 1/10/2013

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1 * Museums, theatres, parks, hotels, restaurants Paris is a place to explore with the family In every picturesque district, park or cultural venue, there is something for all the family to enjoy. The city caters for children with lots of innovative ideas and new technology. What are you planning to do today? Climb to the top of Sacré Coeur, then, have a ride on a traditional merry-go-round? Explore the world of an artist on a tablet at a museum and then visit the Château de Vincennes? Have fun at the Jardin d Acclimatation and sample your own cooking there? Cruise along the Seine past famous monuments, then, get another perspective on them from the Paris rooftops? Whatever you do, Paris offers you unforgettable shared memories. 1. A FAMILY BREAK IN PARIS ARRIVING IN PARIS WITH THE FAMILY All the modes of transport for getting to the centre of Paris from a train station or airport by bus, metro, RER or taxi. Paris is served by six train stations situated in the centre of the capital. From these, you can take a metro or one of the taxis parked in front of every station. If you are arriving by plane, then there are several ways of getting to the city centre. The Orlybus links Orly airport to place Denfert-Rochereau in the south of Paris, in around 30 minutes (fare: 7.20). Orlyval, a special metro, transports travellers to Antony RER station; from here, RER line B takes travellers on to the city centre (fare Orly-Paris: /adult; 5.65 /child 4-10 yrs). From Roissy- Charles-De-Gaulle airport (Terminal 1), RER line B takes you to the city centre Les Halles) in 36 minutes for The Roissybus service takes travellers to the Opéra district, in less than an hour (fare: 10). You can also opt for a taxi: the current charge for transfers between Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle and central Paris is at least 50, with a 15% increase at night, on Sundays and public holidays, and around 35 from Orly. A cheaper alternative is the shared taxi system. Wecab, a service provided by Taxis G7, enables you to reduce the cost of a journey by booking in advance. (one-way: from 9 for adults and 5.50 for children; round-trip: from 18 for adults. Fares vary according to itinerary). Finally, different private shuttle services can be pre-booked at a fixed fare. According to the number of people travelling, you can choose a people carrier, minivan or minibus via companies like Your Shuttle in Paris or Super Euro Shuttle. Aéroports de Paris Cars Air France (from and to Orly and Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airports) Tel +33 (0) RATP SNCF (rail transport) More information on rubric Maps and transport Wecab - accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 1

2 Your shuttle in Paris - Super Euro Shuttle - > Family services at the airport Games, films, baby facilities Aéroports de Paris have a whole range of free services for families. Areas and services designed especially for children: nurseries, pushchair hire and Disney play areas to keep kids occupied while waiting for boarding to begin. At Paris-Orlyouest, the family area comprises an area of around 100m² with a tactile and interactive wall, a television corner, a play area, a snack area and a nursery. For older children, there is entertainment and relaxation with Playstation 3 consoles, tactile tablets to play on their own or together and HD PS3 video rooms and music lounges. And there is a dedicated service for families Accès Famille for making going through safety controls at the airport an easy and carefree process. Espaces Disney aéroport Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 2 and aéroport Paris-Orly, Terminal Sud Espaces Gulli aéroport Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 1, 2A, 2C, 2G, 2nd, 3 and aéroport Paris-Orly, Terminal Ouest, in hall 1 Espaces Playstation 3 aéroport Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle and Paris-Orly Espace cinéma aéroport Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 2 Service prêt de poussettes (pushchair hire) aéroport Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 2 and aéroport Paris-Orly, Terminal Sud More information of services for families - Contact direct ADP on twitter: Contact direct ADP on Facebook: Selection of trends and events by ADP - > Bus, metro or tram... good to know Fast and efficient: public transport in Paris takes you everywhere in the capital Paris has a comprehensive network of metros, buses and trams. The latter criss-cross the 20 arrondissements, whilst the RER (suburban express trains) serve the surrounding areas. NB not all stations and lines have escalators and lifts to facilitate access for pushchairs and disabled people. And on some buses, only two open pushchairs are permitted: it is therefore advisable to fold your pushchair if there are already two pushchairs open aboard. Note also, there is no charge for children aged under 4, and children aged 4 to 9 pay half fare. A metro or bus ticket costs 1.70 for one ticket and for un carnet (10 tickets). The ticket T+ allows travellers to change buses or change between a bus and a tram on their journey within a time period of 1hr30. Children enjoy travelling in a metro carriage and seeing Paris monuments from some over-ground sections on lines 2 and 6! Between Olympiades metro station and Saint-Lazare train station, line 14 has a ghostly feel to it as it is fully automatic, with no driver. It hurtles through the tunnels visible through its panoramic glass windows, in front and behind. An impressive sight! Line 1, one of the capital s oldest metro lines, has also been renovated and is now also fully automated. RATP accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 2

3 > Taxis and minivans for families With people-carrier taxis and minivans, large families can get around with ease. In Paris, regular saloon taxis are generally limited to three or four passengers (three in the back and sometimes a fourth person in the front). There are several solutions for large families. You can easily find large estate car or minivan type taxis in the streets or you can order one from Parisian companies. By hiring a minivan, you can enjoy a chauffeured journey to or from the airport or even days out with Taxis G7. You can also hire a Taxis bleus ( 9.90 payable on booking and then the fare for the journey). Their minivans can accommodate up to 7 passengers. Private shuttle services are available for getting around in Paris and the Paris region for a fare that can be arranged in advance. If there are several of you travelling, you can find the transport best adapted to your group: people carriers, minivans or minibuses are offered by Your Shuttle in Paris or Super Euro Shuttle. Taxis G7 Tel +33 (0) or bespoke transport with driver +33 (0) Taxis bleus Tel +33 (0) Alpha taxis Tel +33 (0) MCVS Travel, road transport for passengers on request Your shuttle in Paris - Full list on FAMILY ACCOMMODATION > At the hotel with kids Guest rooms and adapted facilities, reduced rates for children Parisian hotels know how to welcome families. In Paris, some guest rooms have communicating doors, or even triple of four-bed rooms. Cots are also available, and if children sleep in the same room as their parents, they often benefit from special rates and sometimes stay for free. This applies up to the age of 12. Chain hotels are very family-friendly. You can find accommodation and book easily online in all types of hotels on the official website of the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau. More information on rubric hotels and accommodation. > Personalized services in top hotels While on a family break to Paris, it is still possible to enjoy a romantic evening. In some luxury and palace hotels, a babysitting service is available to parents who can then leave their children to be looked after with complete peace of mind while they enjoy a night out in Paris. Some hotels (like Le Mandarin Oriental and the George V offer other services: family tours and activities in Paris, loan of games and books, and hairdressing. The Bristol has a children s programme and kids can go to the hotel s kids club while their parents relax in the spa. Four Seasons George V Paris 31 avenue George V, Paris 8th, M George V +33 (0) Mandarin Oriental 251 rue Saint Honoré, Paris 1st, M Concorde +33 (0) www. mandarinoriental.fr/paris Le Bristol Paris 112 rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, Paris 8th M Miromesnil +33 (0) accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 3

4 Giverny Consulting (conciergerie) 11 rue Marbeuf, Paris 8th Full list on > Other types of accommodation for families From furnished rentals to camping: alternative accommodation for visitors looking for independence A practical idea for families is the rental of a furnished apartment, a made-to-measure service offered by specialist agencies: you choose the area, the number of rooms, accessibility and facilities for children An intermediary option is hotel apartments which are fully equipped: guests can cook for all the family. Finally, fresh-air fans will enjoy staying on the campsite in the Bois de Boulogne, on the edge of Paris, and close to the Jardin d Acclimatation. Aparthotels Adagio City, Citadines Paris, La Maison Saint-Germain, Residhome Prestige Paris-Opéra, Villa Daubenton, etc. All addresses on Furnished rental accommodation Appartement de ville, France Lodge Locations, Paris Attitude, etc. All contact details on Campsite Camping du bois de Boulogne 2 allée du Bord-de-l Eau, Paris 16th M Porte-d Auteuil More info on (rubric hotels and accommodation ) Stay in a chambres d hôtes (B&B) in Paris: see B&Bs in Paris. All addresses on FAMILY CULTURAL VISITS > Get a pass! Combined transport and sightseeing tickets are the savvy and money-saving solution for a full day out! Transport, museums, monuments, leisure Passes and dual passes combining a journey with a visit are practical and economical You can buy them in advance online, which leaves you free to start your day all prepared and without having to queue at ticket desks. The Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau has designed the Paris City Passport. The pass saves you time and enables you to benefit from reductions of up to 20%. The pass includes transport, museums, cruises, etc. Each element has been carefully chosen to make sure that your pass is 100% cost effective during your stay. For transport, the Paris Visite pass gives unlimited travel on the metro, RER, bus, tram and suburban trains (3 zones), for 1, 2, 3 or 5 days (10.55 euros per day, for 3 days, for 5 days). There is a reduced rate for children aged from 4 to 11. What s more, Paris Visite entitles you to other special rates at numerous places of interest with leisure packages : the entrance fee to a tourist site and return travel at a preferential rate. Included in the pass: the Arc de triomphe, the Château de Fontainebleau, the Parc Astérix and the Mer de sable, etc. The Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau also sells a combined ticket and transport pass for Disneyland Resort accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 4

5 Paris leaving from the capital for a fun day out! Finally, if you are looking for a Pass to visit Paris s numerous museums, you can opt for the Paris Museum Pass, which gives you access to more than 60 museums and monuments in Paris and the Paris region, including the Louvre Museum, the Versailles estate, the Panthéon and the Arc de Triomphe. Paris City Passsport - Paris Museum Pass - Paris Visite (culture and discovery packages) More information on > Reductions and free admission There is no reason to miss out on culture when you are young: admission to national museums and monuments is free! Young people aged under 18 are entitled to free admission to the Louvre, the Musée du Moyen Age, Château de Fontainebleau, Musée d Orsay, etc. There is a huge choice! And since 2009, European Union nationals aged under 26 can also visit all national museums for free. Some establishments, such as Paris Story, the aquarium at the Porte Dorée or the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, offer family tickets, whilst others, like the Mer de sable and Parc Astérix, offer reductions for large families. More information on (article: free museums) 2. FAMILY OUTINGS IN PARIS CULTURAL ACTIVITIES > Family visits to the museum From the Louvre to the Quai Branly: the capital s major museums offer culture and entertainment >Classic visits All national museums are free for young people aged under 18! Museums in Paris offer a special welcome to families. During major exhibitions, there are sometimes special itineraries for children to follow. Parents can prepare an outing to a museum in advance thanks to museum websites, download an application onto their telephone, sometimes loan a tablet or take their own to provide additional information. There are plenty to choose from: the Louvre, the biggest museum in Paris, to discover the Egyptian mummies and the Mona Lisa. Then there is the Musée d Orsay (formerly a train station) with its wonderful architecture. Fans of celebrities should go to the Musée Grévin, whilst chocolate lovers will want to visit Choco-Story, the Musée gourmand du chocolat! At the Musée de la Marine, the models and objects will have children imagining they re deck hands, frigate captains or pirates, while parents will appreciate the information. Finally, the children s gallery at the Centre Pompidou organizes treasure hunts and games of skill plus puzzle solving, mime shows and so on to give children an entertaining introduction to art with the family. At national museums, admission is free for under 18s. NB Some museums, like the Louvre provide visitors with push-chairs, baby carriers and accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 5

6 wheelchairs, as well as a cloakroom and baggage service. > Story-time visits and workshops Games, investigations, workshops, clues: museums in Paris vie with one another in creativity to entertain young visitors To arouse children s curiosity and keep them interested, numerous workshops are organized. At the Musée de l Armée, children discover the history of France through an exceptional collection of weapons and armory. Families are invited to take part in the discovery trails, story visits and workshops. Similar activities take place at the Musée du Moyen-âge and the Musée du Quai Branly. The latter, near to the Eiffel Tower, presents collections from different civilizations. In addition to stories about the objects, the museum offers narrated visits (in French) for families: Desert magic, Secrets of the rice field, Adventure in a dugout canoe, etc. As well as guided tours in the form of an expedition to help the guide solve clues. Musée du Louvre 34 quai du Louvre, Paris 1st M Palais Royal - Tel + 33 (0) Musée d Orsay 1 rue de la Légion-d Honneur, Paris 7th RER Musée-d Orsay Tel +33 (0) Musée Grévin (wax figures) 10 boulevard Montmartre, Paris 9th M Grands-Boulevards, RER Auber Choco-Story, le musée du Chocolat 28 boulevard Bonne-Nouvelle, Paris 10th M Bonne- Nouvelle Tel +33 (0) Centre Pompidou place Georges-Pompidou, Paris 4th M Rambuteau, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Galeries nationales du Grand Palais avenue Winston-Churchill, Paris 8th M Champs-Elysées Clémenceau Tel +33 (0) Musée du Quai Branly 37 quai Branly, Paris 7th RER C Pont de l'alma or M Bir-Hakeim Tel +33 (0) Musée de la Marine palais de Chaillot, 17 place du Trocadéro, Paris 16th M Trocadéro Tel +33 (0) Musée national du Moyen Âge 6 place Paul-Painlevé, Paris 5th M Cluny-La Sorbonne Tel +33 (0) Musée de l'armée - Hôtel national des Invalides place Vauban, Paris 7th M Varenne Tel +33 (0) Musée Eugène Delacroix 6 rue de Furstenberg, Paris 6th M Saint-Germain-des-Prés +33 (0) Musée Rodin 79 rue de Varenne, Paris 7th M Saint-Germain-des-Prés +33 (0) Jeu de Paume 1 place de la Concorde Paris 8th M Concorde +33 (0) Musée de la Poupée impasse Berthaud, Paris 3rd M Rambuteau, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Tel +33 (0) Musée de la Magie 11 rue Saint-Paul, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) Les Catacombes 1 avenue du Colonel-Henri-Rol-Tanguy, Paris 14th M Denfert-Rochereau Tel +33 (0) Musées nationaux; More information on Guided tours, more information on parisinfo.fr > Top sights Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe Visit Paris s major monuments! All the family will enjoy visiting Paris s famous monuments. Of course, the Eiffel Tower is a must. There are wonderful views of the capital from every level; the tower is 324- metres-high with its antenna. Panoramic views can also be had from the terrace at the accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 6

7 top of the Arc de Triomphe. On Ile de la Cité, two majestic examples of Gothic architecture take us back to the 13th century; Sainte-Chapelle and Notre Dame Cathedral, which is celebrating its 850th anniversary! At Montmartre, in the north of Paris, you can visit the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, which has the biggest bell in France. Little girls will love the chandeliers, balconies and period costumes at the Opéra Garnier. As for boys, they ll enjoy visiting Roland Garros or the Stade de France, the homes of sporting champions! Eiffel Tower Champ-de-Mars, Paris 7th M Bir-Hakeim, RER Champ-de-Mars-Tour-Eiffel Tel +33 (0) Sainte-Chapelle 6 boulevard du Palais, Paris 1st M Cité, RER Saint-Michel Tel +33 (0) Notre-Dame de Paris île de la Cité, 6 place du Parvis, Paris 4th M Cité, RER Saint-Michel Arc de Triomphe place Charles-de-Gaulle, Paris 8th M Charles-de-Gaulle-Étoile, RER Charlesde-Gaulle-Étoile Tel +33 (0) Opéra Garnier place de l Opéra, Paris 9th M Opéra, RER Auber Opéra Bastille place de la Bastille, Paris 12th M Bastille Tel +33 (0) Parc des Princes 24 rue du Commandant-Guilbaud, Paris 16th M Porte-de-Saint-Cloud Roland-Garros 2 avenue Gordon-Bennett, Paris 16th M Porte-d Auteuil Tel +33 (0) Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre parvis du Sacré-Cœur, 35 rue du Chevalier-de-la-Barre, Paris 18th M Anvers, RER Gare-du-Nord Tel +33 (0) Stade de France, Saint-Denis RER Stade-de-France > Contemporary art for grown-ups and kids Contemporary art outside and even in shops Discovering contemporary works of art while exploring Paris is especially fun for children! Close to Beaubourg, you will discover the Stravinsky or automaton fountain. And on the other side of the Seine, on the riverbanks, there is an open-air sculpture museum. Near to the Tuileries Gardens is the Louvre pyramid and its fountains; and at the Palais- Royal, Buren s famous columns and the spherical ball fountain by Pol Bury are just a short walk away! Well-known brands are also associated with cultural initiatives. The Ricard company art foundation is a free cultural space which showcases temporary exhibitions. If you are looking for a clever way to combine culture and shopping, the Galerie des Galeries, at Galeries Lafayette, also presents contemporary art works. A well-deserved break from shopping! The Vuitton store invites you to discover its contemporary exhibitions in an exhibition space on the 7th floor of its building on the avenue des Champs-Élysées. Less well known, children and adults can also visit artists studios. Galeries Lafayette 40 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th M Chaussée-d Antin Fondation d entreprise Ricard 12 rue Boissy-d Anglas, Paris 8th M Concorde Tel +33 (0) Espace culturel Vuitton 60 rue de Bassano, Paris 8th M George-V Tel +33 (0) > Photography to look at or buy Photography for children too in museums, a studio or a photo booth accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 7

8 The Maison européenne de la photographie makes its works accessible to everyone. Visits for children focus on discovering a photographer and learning the basics about photography. If you are interested in portrait photos, Studio Harcourt is a must visit. This photographic studio has been a master in the art of black & white photography since 1934 and has photographed numerous stars. You can visit the studio, housed in a mansion house, whose walls are covered with portrait photos of famous people. You ll discover all about Harcourt s camerawork and special lighting techniques. For a less expensive way of having your face photographed, the company has creation studio photo booths in black and red velvet in several places in Paris. Maison européenne de la photographie 5 rue de Fourcy, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) Studio Harcourt 10 rue Jean Goujon Paris 8th M Champs Elysées-Clémenceau Tel +33 (0) Four Harcourt photo booths: Cinema MK2 Bibliothèque Paris 13th M Bibliothèque-François-Mitterrand Boutique Frank&Fils 80 rue de Passy, Paris 16th M La Muette Printemps Haussmann 3rd floor64 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th M Havre-Caumartin Level -1 women s lingerie area Parly 2 - Centre commercial Régional Avenue Charles de Gaulle, Le Chesnay > Art workshops for children and all the family Creative workshops at the museum: hands-on is the best way to learn The majority of Paris museums offer ateliers (workshops) for children and preadolescents accompanied by their family: stories but in particular artistic sessions. For classic art and modern art, go to the Louvre, the Arts décoratifs, or the Musée en Herbe. For contemporary creation, talented artists of the future are revealed at the Tok Tok workshops at the Palais de Tokyo or at the workshops on Wednesday and Saturday at the Centre Pompidou. All types of material are used: painting, embroidery, miniature heroes, etc. For music, there are pedagogical concerts and practical music workshops at the Cité de la Musique: introduction to music for young children, instrument games, world songs, etc. For cinema techniques, the Cinémathèque Française is the place to go: trouver sa voix, technique de l'image par l'image, study of sound, etc. With its Maison des petits (0 to 5 yrs), the Centquatre, établissement culturel de la ville de Paris, offers a general approach. Promoting creativity through art and play, the Maison is run by a team of specialists that encourage dialogue between families. Ateliers du musée du Louvre, pyramide du Louvre, 34 quai du Louvre Paris 1st M Palais-Royal Ateliers du musée des Arts décoratifs 107 rue de Rivoli, Paris 1st M Tuileries - Tel + 33 (01) /59 75 (familles) - Ateliers Tok Tok, contes Tok Tok, Moments mômes and co at Palais de Tokyo 13 av du Président-Wilson, Paris 16th M Iéna Ateliers du Centre Pompidou place Georges-Pompidou, Paris 4th M Rambuteau Ateliers du Musée en Herbe 21 rue Hérold, Paris 1st M Palais-Royal Ateliers du musée d Art et d Histoire du judaïsme hôtel de Saint-Aignan 71 rue du Temple, Paris 3rd M Rambuteau - Ateliers du musée Carnavalet 23 rue de Sévigné, Paris 3rd M Saint-Paul Visite-ateliers en famille au musée d Orsay 1 rue de la Légion-d Honneur, Paris 7th RER Musée-d Orsay Ateliers en famille de la Cité de la musique 221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, Paris 19th M Porte-de- Pantin fr Ateliers et visites-ateliers de la Cinémathèque Française (musée du Cinéma) 51 rue de Bercy Paris 12th M Bercy accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 8

9 La Maison des petits 104 rue d Aubervilliers, Paris 19th M Riquet Tel +33 (0) Visites-ateliers du Jeu de Paume (until 27 April 2013) 1 place de la Concorde Paris 8th M Concorde > Top in science Understand the mysteries of our universe: a whole prograpmme of experiments and spectacular images The Palais de la découverte, the Cité des sciences et de l industrie and the Musée des Arts et Métiers are three good places to find the answers to questions about the mysteries of science. With the Cité des enfants, the Cité des sciences offers children a 1,800 m² discovery space. This permanent space welcomes children by age range, from 2 years (booking required). It has fun and pedagogical activities for children accompanied by their family: interactive or construction games, water games, language, physical phenomena, etc. Exploradôme, on the edge of Paris, also helps to understand these phenomena. At the Planetarium, you can admire the wonders of the universe in its star-studded sky. At the Géode, documentaries are shown on hemispherical screens in 3D. They are so realistic that dinosaurs and other heroes seem to step out of the screen! Musée des Arts et Métiers 60 rue Réaumur, Paris 3rd M Arts-et-Métiers Palais de la découverte (including the Planétarium) Avenue Franklin-D.-Roosevelt, Paris 8th M Franklin-D.-Roosevelt, RER Charles-de-Gaulle-Étoile Cité des sciences et de l industrie 30 avenue Corentin-Cariou, Paris 19th M Porte-de-la- Villette La Géode 26 avenue Corentin-Cariou, Paris 19th M Porte-de-la-Villette Exploradôme 18 avenue Henri-Barbusse, place du Marché, Vitry-sur-Seine RER Vitry-sur- Seine > Enjoy new technology with your family The digital generation: spaces devoted to multimedia creation Children and teenagers are avid about new technology and online games... In line with this, the Gaîté-Lyrique, the Centquatre and the Cube (centre for digital creation) offer interactive shows, multimedia exhibitions, fun talks and conferences as part of their programming. Studio 13/16 at the Pompidou Centre is the first creative and interactive space to take an interest in this age group. Free of charge, it offers teenagers and their parents the opportunity to enjoy a collection of interactive works, as well as experiments and innovations in various artistic fields. La Gaîté-Lyrique 3 rue Papin, Paris 3rd M Réaumur-Sébastopol Tel +33 (0) Studio 13/16 Centre Pompidou, place Georges-Pompidou Paris 4th M Rambuteau Le Centquatre 104 rue d Aubervilliers, Paris 19th Tel +33 (0) Le Cube 20 cours Saint-Vincent, Issy-les-moulineaux Tel +33 (0) SHOWTIME > Theatre, stories and concerts Plays, acrobats, music, stories and magic: children are quick to take pleasure in the fun of performing arts accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 9

10 > For tiny tots Performing arts programmes that stimulate children s imagination Some theatres have special programmes for children. Actors and performers use all their artistic skills to stimulate their imagination. Shows are performed in French, but the words don t really matter; children get caught up in the story and the characters on stage. You can also book story time and nursery rhyme events at other venues. There is something for all ages, even for babies from 6 months at the Maison des contes et des histories! And then, as it is never too early to develop a musical ear, the Théâtre du Châtelet offers music workshops (stories, musical ideas, music in practice) linked to concerts being staged there. For concerts for young people, outdoors, there is nowhere better than a lovely park like Le Parc Floral, at certain times of the year. For puppet show fans, there is the Théâtre de Guignol at certain times. Two other puppet theatres offer something different, one in several places and the other behind the Mairie de Saint-Mandé, near to the merry-go-rounds. Aktéon Théâtre 11 rue du Général-Blaise, Paris 11th M Saint-Ambroise Tel +33 (0) L Atelier de la Bonne-Graine 16 passage de la Bonne-Graine, Paris 11th M Ledru-Rollin Tel +33 (0) atelierbonnegraine.free.fr Théâtre Astral route de la Pyramide, bois de Vincennes, Paris 12th M Château-de-Vincennes, RER Vincennes Théâtre Abricadabra péniche Antipode, opposite 55 quai de la Seine, Paris 19th M Riquet Tel +33 (0) Le Funambule 53 rue des Saules Paris 18th M Lamark-Caulaincourt Tel +33 (0) Contes du musée Carnavalet 23 rue de Sévigné, Paris 3rd M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) Contes à la Maison de Victor Hugo (visites-contes from 6yrs) 6 place des Vosges, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) La maison des contes et des histoires 7 rue Pecquay, Paris 4th M Rambuteau or Hôtel de Ville Tel +33 (0) Théâtre du Châtelet 2 rue Edouard Colonne, Paris 1st M Châtelet Tel +33 (0) Théâtre Marsoulan 20 rue Marsoulan, Paris 12th M Nation Tel +33 (0) La Cachette 124 avenue d'italie, Paris 13th M Tolbiac Tel +33 (0) Parc Floral esplanade du château de Vincennes - route de la Pyramide, Paris 12th M Châteaude-Vincennes Théâtre de Guignol Tel +33 (0) Théâtre de la Marionnette à Paris Tel +33 (0) Théâtre des Marionnettes de Paris Orée du bois de Vincennes, Paris 12th M Saint-Mandé Tel +33 (0) > Just like grown-ups From the most classic works to magic shows: ideas for places to go for older children A play by Molière at the Comédie-Française, which has hosted performances of works by the greatest playwrights since 1680; a ballet for children in the prestigious setting of the Opéra-Bastille; or even a symphonic concert at the Cité de la musique Seminal works and great classics are performed all year round in Paris. Plays are of course staged in French. Magic shows are also performed in Paris. Certain cafes, restaurants and cabaret-shows have made it their speciality, such as the Double-fond, where more than 15 shows are programmed in rotation throughout the year. Also, look out for magic shows at many smaller local theatres. accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 10

11 Comédie-Française place Colette, Paris 1st M Palais-Royal, RER Auber Le Double Fond 1 place du Marché-Sainte-Catherine, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) Amphithéâtre de l Opéra Bastille 120 rue de Lyon, Paris 12th M Bastille, RER Gare-de-Lyon Cité de la musique 221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, Paris 19th M Porte-de-Pantin > Hurrah for the circus! In winter, circus big tops sprout like mushrooms on the edge of Paris Roll up for the circus! Children and adults crowd into the tent and settle down to wait impatiently for the clowns, trapeze artists and acrobats on horseback to make their entrance. Circus shows start from October onwards for some, from January for others, depending on the company. The Académie Fratellini offers a small programme even in spring. It is interesting for example to attend a show where students are training. At the Parc de la Villette, the Chapiteaux space of the park regularly invites inventive circus troupes that turn the art of circus on its head! Cirque d hiver Bouglione 110 rue Amelot, Paris 11th M Filles-du-Calvaire Tel +33 (0) Cirque Pinder Jean Richard pelouse de Reuilly, Paris 12th M Porte-de-Charenton Tel +33 (0) Cirque national Alexis Gruss pelouse du cirque national Alexis Gruss, Carrefour des Cascades, Porte de Passy, Paris 16th M Ranelagh Tel +33 (0) Cirque Romanès Tzigane boulevard de Reims, Paris 17th M Porte-de-Champerret, RER Pereire Tel +33 (0) Cirque Diana Moreno Bormann 1 place Skanderbeg, Paris 19th M Porte-de-la-Chapelle Tel +33 (0) Espace Chapiteaux parc de la Villette, 211 avenue Jean-Jaurès, Paris 19th M Porte-de-Pantin Tel +33 (0) Académie Fratellini rue des Cheminots, Saint-Denis La Pleine RER B La Plaine-Stade de France Tel +33 (0) Zèbre de Belleville, cabaret-circus 63 boulevard de Belleville, Paris 11th M Couronnes Tel +33 (0) > Cinema The Grand Rex cinema: the biggest cinema in Europe introduces children to cinema! The Grand Rex cinema has been open on the Grands Boulevards since 1932 and has seen many films and stars go by! In addition to showing films, the cinema house offers an interactive back-stage tour with Les Etoiles du Rex, where the visitor becomes an actor. This exciting visit includes the projection room, screen, sound and lighting effects, shooting of a film Visit in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish and Russian. At Christmas time, the cinema presents a special screening, usually a cartoon film, preceded by a show with special water and lighting effects. Cinéma le Rex 1 boulevard Poissonnière, Paris 2nd M Bonne-Nouvelle Tel +33 (0) accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 11

12 WHERE TO SEE ANIMALS > Zoos, menageries and co. All kinds of animals to see in Paris: marine life, wild animals and farm animals! Aquariums, zoos, farms Encounter fish, wild cats, monkeys and birds right in the heart of Paris Paris has all kinds of wild animals to see. The 43 tanks at the Aquarium du Trocadéro host an infinite variety of species: angel fish, golden trevally, and thousands of others. Cartoon films add to the pleasure of a visit to this zen world. Even more full of activity are the zoos! Right in the heart of the capital, the Jardin des Plantes menagerie is one of the world s oldest zoos; it is home to orangutans, big cats, red pandas, Arabian oryx, etc. Across the other side of the garden, in the Grande Galerie de l évolution of the Muséum d histoire naturelle, there are dinosaurs, mammoths and other life-sized animals to discover. The museum has recently opened the Galerie des enfants, a permanent exhibition for 6 to 12-year-olds based around four themes: the town, the river, the tropical forest and the planet in general. To see farm animals in the countryside, go to the Ferme de Paris, in Bois de Vincennes. But also to the Petite Ferme Normande at the Jardin d Acclimatation which attracts rare domestic species. The Grand Volière at the park is also an important part of historic heritage. Galerie des Enfants et Grande Galerie de l'evolution du Muséum national d histoire naturelle 36 rue Geoffroy-Saint-Hilaire, Paris 5th Tel + 33 (0) or (0) M Censier- Daubenton Ménagerie du Jardin des plantes Muséum national d histoire naturelle 57 rue Cuvier, Paris 5th M Jussieu Tel +33 (0) Aquarium du Trocadéro CinéAqua 2 av des Nations-Unies, Paris 16th M Trocadéro Tel +33 (0) Aquarium tropical de la porte Dorée 293 av Daumesnil, Paris 12th M Porte-Dorée Tel +33 (0) Jardin d Acclimatation Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Les Sablons Tel +33 (0) La Ferme de Paris route du Pesage, Bois de Vincennes, Paris 12th M Château-de-Vincennes Tel +33 (0) >Racecourses On some Sundays, racecourses are open to families The world of horses has lots to offer. France Galop opens two of its Paris racecourses (Longchamp and Auteuil) to families for free on several Sundays from the beginning of April to mid-may, from midday. Each Sunday offers family fun on a particular theme: Horse at the circus, Horse at the cinema, etc. the public can also watch horse racing (every half hour) and events related to the world of horses. An afternoon that combines horses, sporting events, the outdoors and entertainment! France Galop Hippodrome d'auteuil, route des Lacs, Paris 16th M Ranelagh and Hippodrome de Longchamp, route des Tribunes M Boulogne-Jean Jaurès > In need of nature! Wildlife reserves, gardens and vegetable plots: biodiversity can be found accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 12

13 everywhere Preserving biodiversity is one of the capital s priorities! In line with its policies, the city offers various sites for the public to discover biodiversity in a fun yet educational manner. You can discover the rich flora and fauna at bird reserves in the Bois de Boulogne. The Jardin des Papillons (butterfly garden) is open from May to October, at the Parc floral, in the Bois de Vincennes, where your will also find the Maison Paris- Nature for a biodiversity itinerary. At the menagerie at the Jardin des Plantes, the genetic heritage of species is managed in order to preserve their power of adaptation to nature. The Maison du Jardinage (House of Gardening) at the Parc de Bercy has a vegetable garden and temporary exhibitions. NB the Jardin sauvage (wild garden) in the heart of Montmartre is only open at certain times of the year in summer. Ornithological reserve at the Bois de Boulogne, Carrefour de Longchamp, route piétonne de la Grande Cascade, Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Port lot Jardin des Papillons and maison Paris-Nature au Parc floral esplanade du château de Vincennes - route de la Pyramide, Paris 12th M Château-de-Vincennes La maison du Jardinage au parc de Bercy 41 rue Paul-Belmondo, Paris 12th M Bercy La Ferme de Paris route du Pesage, Bois de Vincennes, Paris 12th M Château-de-Vincennes Le Jardin sauvage de Saint-Vincent à Montmartre, rue Saint-Vincent Paris 18th Tel +33 (0) M Lamarck-Caulaincourt THEME PARKS Disneyland, Parc Astérix, Playmobil Funpark, Mer de Sable, Aquaboulevard, Jardin d acclimatation Let s go! > Attractions galore! Theme parks: magical worlds for all tastes For great family entertainment, theme parks in and around Paris offer various themes: the implacable Gauls at Parc Astérix, the magic of Disney at Disneyland Paris, the Far West at the Mer de sable, and the world in miniature at France Miniature, for outdoor places. Shows and parades often go on throughout the day. You can even stay the night in these cartoon film settings, and some parks also have onsite hotels. There are also several interior spaces: Accrochats, the Playmobil Funpark, Laser Game (500 m from the Eiffel Tower) for older children, and La tête dans les Nuages. This games and activity centre in Paris has a space for children from 3 years, with mini table football, hammerhead and even mini bowling! Not forgetting the different swimming pools and waterslides at Aquaboulevard. Parc Astérix, hôtel des Trois Hiboux (see calendar of opening times) Plailly La Mer de sable (see calendar of opening times) RN 330, Ermenonville Disneyland Paris (open all year) Chessy RER Marne-la-Vallée France Miniature (see calendar of opening times) 26, route du Mesnil, Élancourt Playmobil Funpark (open all year) 22-24, allée des Jachères, Fresnes RER Antony Accrochats (open all year) centre commercial de Thiais Village, Thiais or Plaisir Lasergame (open all year) 9, rue Robert de Flers, Paris 15th M Charles-Michel accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 13

14 La tête dans les nuages (open all year) 5, boulevard des Italiens, Paris 2nd M Richelieu-Drouot Aquaboulevard (open all year) 4 rue Louis-Armand, Paris 15th M Balard > Jardin d Acclimatation Animals, games, merry-go-rounds, workshops and shows: the Jardin d Acclimatation, a park that has everything for families The Jardin d Acclimatation was opened in 1860 by Napoléon 3rd at the same time as the Bois de Boulogne. At that time, the park showcased luxuriant plants in its winter garden and also some exotic animals. After the war of 1870, the garden moved in a more playful direction. However, the garden has sought to retain its educational vocation and organizes numerous 2-hour workshops (arts, science, nature and cooking) throughout the year. The Jardin d Acclimatation also offers a variety of attractions: a wooden climbing course for children aged 6 to 12, and the Belvédère de l Impératrice, a tree-lined promenade with views of the Eiffel Tower! Not forgetting the Village des Manèges for all ages (not many queues), play areas, pony rides, and the latest show. The Jardin d Acclimatation still has a little train now electric - that transports visitors from Porte Maillot. It is also synonymous with the enchanted river, a vestige from the attractions at the Universal Exhibition of 1926! The most recent attraction is an orienteering trail that takes adventurers through these places as far as the Korean garden. A 1hr30 trail including 18 stops with riddles, clues, tests of observation and other tests. In total, 41 questions for children aged 5-8 and 8-12, on the fauna, flora, history and architecture of the park. Jardin d Acclimatation Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Les Sablons Tel +33 (0) and(0) (children s workshops) SPORTING ACTIVITIES > At the swimming pool or the ice-skating rink Swimming pools and ice-skating rinks in Paris: great places to get some exercise and have fun For fun and relaxation in Paris, why not go for a dip at a swimming pool or have a go at ice skating? During the winter, a temporary ice-skating rink is set up on the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville (Paris City Hall), with an area for children aged under 6. But you can also skate all year round with the family on the 800 m² ice-skating rink at the Pailleron sports area or at the Sonja Henie ice-skating rink, at Paris-Bercy palais omnisport. For a beach-like atmosphere, Paris offers some 40 or so swimming pools that welcome families in every district, some with sun lounges, slides, jacuzzis, etc. All swimming pools and ice-skating rinks on Espace sportif Pailleron 32 rue Edouard-Pailleron, Paris 19th M Bolivar Patinoire Sonja Henie 8 boulevard de Bercy, Paris 12th M Bercy, RER Gare-de-Lyon Aquaboulevard (every day, all year round) 4 rue Louis-Armand, Paris 15th M Balard > Outdoor activity centres and accrobranche Water sports centres, woods and accrobranche for children and sporty types On the outskirts of Paris, families can benefit from the joys of nature at outdoor accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 14

15 activity centres: artificial lakes for bathing and water activities, fast water routes, barbecues, tennis lessons for children and adults. And you can simply row on the lake or go for a bike ride (for hire) in the Bois de Boulogne or the Bois de Vincennes. Another trend is Accrobranche, an activity which consists of following an adventure trail through the treetops, attached to a harness of course! Tree-climbing enthusiasts can safely try out the branches at the Sherwood leisure park in Viarmes, to the north of Paris; and at Milly-la-Forêt, to the south, close to Fontainebleau. Atout Branches route de Boutigny D 105, Milly-la-Forêt Parc de loisirs de Sherwood, Viarmes Base de loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines rond-point Éric-Tabarly, Trappes RER Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines - Base de loisirs de Créteil rue Jean-Gabin, Créteil M Créteil-Préfecture, RER Choisy-le-Roy Base de loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise Sente des Petits-Bois, Cergy RER Cergy-Préfecture OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES > Fun all year round So much to do in Paris s major parks and gardens In summer and winter, these places offer all kinds of opportunities for family activities. In the Jardin du Luxembourg, children play in the sandpits and race along the pathways under the attentive eye of their parents, seated on the green chairs or stone benches. Children can also take a pony or cart ride, sail small wooden boats around the large ornamental pond with the help of a long stick, play on the roundabouts and swings or ride the merry-go-round or even enjoy a puppet show. And when they re ready for a snack: two cafes, in the shade of the chestnut trees, and with small cosy rooms, serve hot chocolate, waffles, crêpes and ice-cream as well as savoury snacks. You ll find the same kind of atmosphere and attractions at the Tuileries Gardens and at the Jardin d Acclimatation, not forgetting local parks and gardens, most of which have play areas for children. Jardin des Tuileries, Paris 1st M Tuileries Jardin des Plantes, Paris 5th M Gare-d Austerlitz, RER Gare-d Austerlitz Jardin du, Paris 6th RER Luxembourg Jardin d Acclimatation Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Les Sablons Tel +33 (0) > Merry-go-rounds How about a ride on a merry-go-round? Hop on a traditional Parisian carrousel Young children love merry-go-round rides. On the merry-go-round at the Hôtel de Ville, there are traditional carriages, or more unusual animal carriages at the Jardin des Plantes. At the Luxembourg Gardens, the Garnier merry-go-round was built by the architect of the Palais Garnier Opera House. With its suspended horses, it is a veritable museum piece. Children can play the traditional jeu de bague, which consists of catching suspended metal rings on a stick. NB for the end of year festivities, merry-gorounds are set up in all districts of the capital to give free rides! Manège Garnier du Luxembourg, Paris 6th RER Luxembourg Manège de l Hôtel de Ville, Paris 4th M Hôtel-de-Ville, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Manège du Jardin des plantes, Paris 5th M Gare-d Austerlitz, RER Gare-d Austerlitz accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 15

16 Manège du Sacré-Cœur, Paris 18th (square Louise Michels) M Anvers Christmas Merry-go-rounds > Funfairs Fans of exciting fairground rides: funfairs return to Paris in good weather Funfairs start in Paris in the spring and continue throughout the summer. Attractions include the big wheel, roller coaster, dodgem cars, little train, hall of mirrors, water splash, and more. Fun for all the family at different stands. Not forgetting, candy floss, toffee apples, and waffles for an indulgent treat! In winter, all the family can have a ride in one of the cabins on the Paris Big Wheel, located at the entrance to the Tuileries Gardens, on Place de la Concorde. Standing 65 metres high, it offers a breathtaking view of the Champs-Elysées. And for those nostalgic for funfairs of the past, the Musée des Arts forains showcases attractions, merry-go-rounds and games from the 1900s. Fête des Tuileries jardin des Tuileries, Paris 1st M Tuileries (rubrique Sorties & événements) Foire du Trône pelouse de Reuilly, Paris 12th M Porte-de-Charenton Fête au Bois ou Fête à Neu-Neu (September or October), Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Porte-d Auteuil Jardin d Acclimatation Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Les Sablons Tel +33 (0) Musée des Arts forains Pavillons de Bercy, 53 avenue des Terroirs-de-France, Paris 12th M Cour-Saint-Émilion CRUISES AND TOURS > Cruises and circuits Buses, boats, little train, balloons or helicopters: so many views of Paris Coaches, boats, little trains Take advantage of a sightseeing tour with commentary to discover Paris without getting tired Travelling along Parisian avenues aboard an open-topped double decker bus... What could be better for tourists than these commentated tours? The sightseeing tours offered by Open Tour and Les Cars rouges include the city s marvellous heritage. Eight languages are available: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and Russian. Practical and fun, the Batobus shuttle boats transport passengers along the river, between the Pont Austerlitz and the Port de La Bourdonnais, gently revealing all the monuments from the water: the Louvre, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Invalides... Eight stops enable you to get on and off as you like. To have a meal aboard a boat, there are brunches and dinner cruises, with Paris en Scène for example. And why not combine relaxation and education with La Croisière enchantée? Lila and Philou recount the wonderful history of Paris through songs and anecdotes. Children also like to climb aboard the Petit Train de Montmartre: white carriages pulled by a locomotive travel along the little streets of the Butte, between little shops, pretty houses, and artists easels. Les Cars rouges (circuit and stations: Eiffel Tower, Champ-de-Mars, Musée-du-Louvre, Notre- Dame, Musée-d Orsay, Opéra-Lafayette, Champs-Élysées, Grand-Palais, Trocadéro) accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 16

17 OpenTour (circuits: grand tour from Madeleine to Invalides, Bastille/Bercy, Montmartre/Grands Boulevards, Montparnasse/Saint-Germain) Batobus (8 stops: Eiffel Tower, Musée-d Orsay, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Notre-Dame, Jardin-des- Plantes, Hôtel-de-Ville, Louvre, Champs-Élysées) La Croisière enchantée Port de la Bourdonnais, Paris 7th M Bir-Hakeim Tel +33 (0) Funiculaire de Montmartre place Suzanne-Valadon, Paris 18th M Anvers, RER Gare-du-Nord Paris en scène escale du Pont Saint-Michel, Quai des Orfèvres, Paris 1st M Saint-Michel ou Cité Le Petit Train de Montmartre (departures: place Blanche and place du Tertre) >In the air Do you like heights? Balloons, helicopters admire Paris and its region from the air! If it is height that you are seeking, then take a trip in the Eutelsat tethered air balloon in André-Citroën park, or the PanoraMagique air ballon at Disney Village. This form of transport is environmentally-friendly and silent, and uses no more energy than a lift. Helicopter tours of Paris are even more unusual, and not well-known. The views are breathtaking! One of the 30-minute tours takes you over major monuments, from the Eiffel Tower to the Château de Vincennes, passing by the Montparnasse Tower (with Helifirst). Another takes you to the west of Paris, as far as Versailles (with Aviaxess). Ballon Air de Paris parc André-Citroën, 2 rue de la Montagne-de-la-Fage, Paris 15th M Javel- André-Citroën, RER Javel - Le Panoramagique lac du Disney Disney Village Marne-la-Vallée RER Marne-la-Vallée Helifirst 23 rue Henry Farman, Paris 15th Héliport d'issy-les-moulineaux Aviaxess 61 rue Henry Farman, Paris 15th Héliport d'issy-les-moulineaux > Guided tours Guided tours put Paris, its soul and history within everyone s grasp Take a guided walk through the labyrinth of streets in the city to find out more about its history, customs and legends... Tour guides reveal the secrets of Paris. Parisphile offers tours adapted to children (with interpreter): museum visits for children, Da Vinci Code trails for teenagers. Paris d enfants specializes uniquely in tours for children: must-do urban orienteering, paper chases and visits (Versailles, Palais Garnier Opera House, etc.). For its part, Le Petit chercheur d art organizes family tours for young foreigners in the form of treasure hunts or detective investigations. For a full-scale multimedia show, Paris Story presents Paris across the ages: 2,000 years roll across the panoramic screen. With the company Visites-spectacles, the public is taken on scenic walks in Montmartre or through Paris s covered passages with a troupe of actors, who take the public back in time to the 1800s. For a bespoke family package, there are specialist travel agencies for foreigners, like Family Twist. For cultural games about Paris, there are several downloadable guided trails for children. The Mission Cinéma de Paris regularly creates trails, linked to recent films, to download on the city s website. The website of Paris Mômes offers an activity trail to download related to a current exhibition. Finally, the website of the Monuments nationaux has a small game about a French monument (no download). Parisphile 77 rue Riquet, Paris 18th M Opéra Tel +33 (0) Paris d enfants Le Petit chercheur d'art accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 17

18 Paris Story, Paris Expérience 11 rue Scribe, Paris 9th M Opéra, RER Auber Visites Spectacles - Family Twist Zevisit (audio guides to download for free) Calliope (audio walk guides) Ville de Paris (Leisure/cultural walks) Paris Mômes Monuments Nationaux More information on guided tours on Paris Info > On the outskirts of Paris Chateaux and living museums: days out with lots to discover The Ile-de-France region is full of chateaux, unusual museums and monuments... offering a wide variety of wonderful excursions to make during your stay in Paris. Not to be missed is a visit to Versailles; it still echoes the splendour of the court of the kings of France! The Château de Fontainebleau, not far from Paris, has audio guides for children. Some museums also have children s areas. If you want to go and see animals, you also have a selection of places to go below. Château de Versailles place d'armes Versailles RER Versailles-Rive-Gauche Tel + 33 (0) Château and forest of Fontainebleau Fontainebleau Tel +33 (0) and (office de tourisme) Medieval town of Provins (shows from April to November), Provins Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Maincy Château de Breteuil Chevreuse RER Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse Musée du Jouet de Poissy (exhibition until June 2013) 1 Enclos-de-l'Abbaye, Poissy, RER A Poissy Tel +33 (0) Musée national du château de Malmaison avenue du château de Malmaison, Rueil- Malmaison Musée de l Air et de l Espace (Planète pilote, area for 6-12s) aéroport du Bourget, Le Bourget RER Le Bourget Musée français de la photographie (children s workshops) 73, rue de Paris, Bièvres Tel +33 (0) Basilique de Saint-Denis and nécropole royale 1, place de la Légion d'honneur Saint-Denis M Basilique-de-Saint-Denis Tel +33 (0) Aquarium Sea Life centre commercial Val d Europe, Serris/Marne-la-Vallée RER Vald Europe - Parc de Thoiry (zoo and safari park) Thoiry-en-Yvelines Bergerie nationale parc du Château, Rambouillet Musée vivant du Cheval Grandes Écuries, Chantilly A BIRTHDAY PARTY IN PARIS Celebrating children s birthdays in unusual places Could you ever have imagined celebrating your child s birthday on a tour of Paris? With Paris d enfants, children can experience an historic birthday during a tour of a district of Paris such as Montmartre or the Marais. Urban orienteering or treasure hunts are rewarded with a birthday cake. Children can also blow out the candles on their cake at the Château de Vincennes, after a visit to the keep and after making a coat of arms! accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 18

19 For a birthday indoors, you can invite people to the cinema or even a museum. There are several themes to choose from at: the Musée de la Magie, le Palais de Tokyo, the Musée du Quai Branly, Les Arts Décoratifs, the Musée Jacquemart-André and even the Musée de l'armée! And there are other types of venues for a birthday party. The Zèbre de Belleville presents a circus show before getting your child up on the stage! You can also contact the Jardin d Acclimatation, the Maison des contes et des histories or La tête dans les nuages. Paris d'enfants Château de Vincennes Tour du Bois, 1, avenue de Paris, Vincennes M Château de Vincennes, RER A Vincennes Tel +33 (0) Musée de la Magie 11 rue Saint-Paul, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul Tel +33 (0) Zèbre de Belleville 63 boulevard de Belleville, Paris 11th M Couronnes Tel +33 (0) Palais de Tokyo 13 avenue du Président-Wilson, Paris 16th M Iéna Tel +33 (0) Musée du Quai Branly 37 quai Branly, Paris 7th RER C Pont de l'alma or M Bir-Hakeim Tel +33 (0) Ateliers du musée des Arts décoratifs 107 rue de Rivoli, Paris 1st M Tuileries - Tel / (familles) - Musée de l'armée - Hôtel national des Invalides place Vauban, Paris 7th M Varenne Musée Jacquemart-André 158 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 8th M Saint-Augustin Tel +33 (0) Jardin d Acclimatation - birthdays Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16th M Les Sablons Tel +33 (0) Cinéma Chaplin Denfert 24 place Denfert-Rochereau Paris 14th M Denfert-Rochereau Tel +33 (0) La maison des contes et des histoires 7 rue Pecquay, Paris 4th M Rambuteau or Hôtel de Ville Tel +33 (0) Accrochats centre commercial de Thiais Village, Thiais or Plaisir Lasergame 9 rue Robert de Flers, Paris 15th M Charles-Michel Tel +33 (0) La tête dans les nuages 5 boulevard des Italiens, Paris 2nd M Richelieu-Drouot Tel +33 (0) SHOPPING FOR CHILDREN Clothes, toys, books, accessories All the addresses for dressing and entertaining your kids in Paris Traditional toy shops, cutting-edge boutiques, top ready-to-wear brands and concept stores entirely devoted to children Paris has so much for children and grown-ups. TOYS AND BOOKS Paris is a gold mine when it comes to buying gifts for children. A selection of shops and bookshops! > Shops and toys All kinds of toys from the most trendy to the most traditional are sold in shops in Paris! Children s faces light up when they see the window displays of department store toy shops, and inside, they enjoy scanning the shelves stocked high with toys. Toy shops are a delight for children, parents and grandparents. In Paris, you can always find something for all tastes: modern and innovative toys, or toys from the past. What s accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 19

20 more, Christmas window displays and illuminations are a great tradition at the end of the year. Parisians and tourists are taken back to their childhood with animated window displays full of characters and dolls. Village Jouet Club passage des Princes, 3/5 boulevard des Italiens 97 rue de Richelieu, Paris 2nd M Richelieu-Drouot, RER Auber Tel +33 (0) À la poupée merveilleuse (jokes, costumes, magician s accessories) 9 rue du Temple, Paris 4th M Hôtel-de-Ville, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Tel +33 (0) L Ours du Marais 18 rue Pavée, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Tel +33 (0) Bass et Bass (wooden toys) 8 rue de l Abbé-de-l Épée, Paris 5th RER Luxembourg Tel +33 (0) Il était une fois 1 rue Cassette, Paris 6th M Saint-Sulpice Tel +33 (0) Pentagram (wooden toys) 15 rue Racine, Paris 6th M Odéon, RER Saint-Michel Tel +33 (0) Au Nain Bleu several addresses including 5 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris 8th M Villiers Tel +33 (0) La Pinata 25 rue des Vinaigriers, Paris 10th M Jacques-Bonsergent Tel +33 (0) Le Bonhomme de bois several addresses including 43, bd Malesherbes, Paris 8th M Saint- Augustin Galeries Lafayette 40 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th M Chaussée-d Antin, RER Auber Printemps 64 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th M Havre-Caumartin, RER Auber Le Bon Marché 24 rue de Sèvres, Paris 6th M Sèvres-Babylone BHV rue de Rivoli, Paris 4th M Hôtel-de-Ville, RER Châtelet-Les Halles > Bookshops for children Colourful albums or early readers: expert advice at bookshops for children Bookshops for young people are havens of peace. Children can enjoy reading or listening to stories. Adults will enjoy browsing as well as getting some advice from children s librarians. Les enfants du musée du Louvre, allée du Grand Louvre, pyramide du Louvre, Paris 1st M Palais-Royal Tel +33 (0) Les Fanfans 42 rue François-Miron, Paris 4th M Saint-Paul, RER Châtelet-Les Halles Tel +33 (0) Librairie BDnet 26 rue de Charonne, Paris 11th M Ledru-Rollin Tel +33 (0) Le Chat-Pitre 22 bis rue Duchefdelaville, Paris 13th M Chevaleret Tel +33 (0) Les Minots 121 rue du Château, Paris 14th M Pernety Tel +33 (0) Pentagram 15 rue Racine, Paris 6th M Odéon, RER Saint-Michel Tel +33 (0) Marelle 1 rue Perrée, Paris 3rd M Filles-du-Calvaire Tel +33 (0) > Children s fashion Great little outfits: classy addresses for children s ready-to-wear A number of luxury brands have a children s wear line, ideal for a special gift or for some exceptional shopping with your child. Try the Agnès b. shop near the Eglise Saint- Eustache, Sonia Rykiel or BabyDior, in top Parisian fashion places. Upper-crust Parisians get their children kitted out at Bonpoint, the brand for kiddie chic: they have a tasteful range of smocked dresses, Bermuda shorts and rompers in flowery and pastel fabrics. You can also find most of these brands in the children s department of major department stores. The Bon Marché, Printemps and Galeries Lafayette also have other children s clothing brands. accès gratuit NEW! inauguration, réouverture coup de cœur 20