The 10 best things to do in and around Paris with your family

1. The Paris Zoological Park
2. The City of Science and Industry
3. The Jardin d’Acclimatation
4. Disneyland® Paris
5. The Parc Astérix
6. The Natural History Museum
7. The Grévin Museum
8. Provins, medieval city
9. The Palace of Fontainebleau
10. The Palace of Versailles

Head to Parisfor a 100% fun-filled family holidaywith various out-of-the-ordinary activities. Awaken your child's curiosity, or merely make them dream with our top 10 highlights to do with your family in the Paris region!

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Get ready for a great adventure where you will cross five continents in the Paris Zoological Park, stretching over 4 km!

There are over 2000 animals that come from all over the world, from Patagonia to the Sahel and even Guyana. Among them: impressive jaguars and clever baboons.

Here’s a tip: Enjoybreakfast alongside giraffes (on the 1^st and 3^rd Sunday, 2^nd and 4^th Saturdays, and the last Wednesdays of the month). Kids love it!

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A true source of knowledge, the City of Science overflows witheducational activitiesto do yourself. Because here, we learn while having fun! And would you believe it: inside the City of Science, you will find the City of Children?

Suitable for children from 5 to 12 years old: here, children are encouraged to explore the properties of water and how electricity is generated. Enough to spark interest or simply arouse curiosity. And as for parents, a series of illustrations will help them accompany their children in these discoveries.

You will find the Jardin d'acclimation at entrance of the Bois de Boulogne in Neuilly sur Seine. It is an 18-hectare park with a very 19^th-century decor. Children absolutely love theretro rides such as the flying chair ride and the steam engines.

But that's not all: there are plenty of animals - such as bears or peacocks - and shows which will make you dream a little more. What a magical place, full of wonders!

Is it even necessary to introduce one of the most famous theme parks in the world from the Disney universe? If your little one can't get enough of ‘Frozen’, if they dream of being Peter Pan or of having Donald Duckas their best friend, they will have the time of their lives here. Teens love Big Thunder Mountain, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Space Mountain!

Immerse yourself in Disneyland with your child, and relive the studios' biggest films. It is less than 40 minutes from Paris. On the agenda: spectacular shows and parades and, of course, crazy attractions!

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France’s favourite comic-book characters will provide you with a different atmosphere that is just as exciting as Disneyland: Astérix! Visit the village of the invincible Gauls and meet Getafix, Abraracurcix or Dogmatix. And relive their adventures through family-friendly rides such as Caesar’s Challenge or the Pegasus Express.

And if your child is a thrill-seeker, challenge them to hop on thrill rides such as Zeus’s Thunder, a roller-coaster straight from Olympus!

Relive millions of years of evolution in this unique museum at the entrance to the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. In addition to the Neolithic fossils and dinosaur skeletons, be sure not to miss the Children's Gallery for those curious kids under 12 years old.

In a 530 m² area, they can explore and touch biodiversity with their fingertips. And they’ll see that you can also understand natural sciences through play.

Where else in the world can you findMaître Gims, Beyonce or even Kylian Mbappé? Obviously, these are simply wax models, but the resemblance is so striking that sometimes it’s hard to tell if they're real!

The Grévin Museum will no doubt appeal to your child, who will be able to take a few photos with the models and enjoy immersive experiences, such as climbing onto a reproduction of the set of The Voice!

About 80 kilometres south of Paris lies the small town of Provins.

What’s so special about it? It is listed as aUNESCO world heritage site. Its medieval architecture is breathtaking!

The ramparts, the César tower,or eventhe tithe barn offer an opportunity to travel back in time to the era of queens and knights. In addition, the village comes alive with a variety of shows throughout the year. Falconers, horse riders, and troubadours will amaze everyone!

This castle, one of the biggest in France, illustrates the life of the kings over several centuries. From Napoleon to Henry IV toFrançois I, all have enjoyed its splendour and magnificent architecture.

Pretend to be detectiveswith your children under 12 years old, to learn even more in a fun way, every day (except Tuesday) from 11 am to 3 pm. What for? Track down the thief of Empress Eugenie's jewels. An investigation that will lead you through rooms usually closed to the public, such asNapoleon III's study.

Famous throughout the world, the Palace of Versailles must be visited at least once in a lifetime. The Hall of Mirrors, the Chapel, the Royal Opera House, or the magnificent gardens of Le Nôtre are legendary!

Good news: audio guides are available free of charge with content suitable for children ages 8 and over. Don't forget to pick up the "Conquering the Palace and Gardens of Versailles" booklet at the entrance information deskfor an even more fun visit.

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